Showing posts with label australia. Show all posts
Showing posts with label australia. Show all posts

Monday, July 28, 2008

Honeymoon Adventures in Australia's North West

adventure honeymoonFor couples who wish to enjoy an adventurous, nature-based honeymoon, Best Of The Kimberley has a range of options in their “HONEYMOON ADVENTURES IN THE NORTH WEST” flier.

From cruising the Kimberley coast, diving at Ningaloo Reef or exploring the rugged coastline from an exclusive bush retreat at Faraway Bay, the choices offer both the spectacle of the rugged landscape in the region as well as all the special comforts you need on a honeymoon to ensure that it is an exceptional experience.

We can also cater for those who prefer less adventure and desire a truly relaxed honeymoon; luxuriating by a resort pool, where sipping cocktails and a sunset walk along magnificent Cable Beach is as intrepid as you get!

All of our packages can be tailored to suit your special requirements, and of course and not only available to honeymooners!

SHARE AN ADVENTURE LIKE NO OTHER. Freecall 1800 450 850 (Australia only) or visit Best of the Kimberley

Monday, July 21, 2008

Hitch a ride on a camel in a special Kimberley location!

camel ride tourA new one-day safari tour from Broome to Mount Anderson and Jarlmadangah Community has recently commenced. This unique tour traverses off the beaten track to traditional country around remote Mt Anderson and the Grant Ranges by a combination of four wheel drive and camel trekking.

The tour allows visitors to gain a unique insight into the history of the station and community life, visit exclusive rock-art sites, enjoy the granduer of the landscape, try traditional bush foods and medicines, as well as sharing in the stories told by traditional owners of the country and learn about local geology, land use, and history.

This tour takes you to places that are not open to the general public. There is an overnight tour also available where you can settle down to sleep in your swag in a ten thousand star hotel!

ant more information? Freecall 1800 450 850 (Australia only) or visit Best of the Kimberley.

Tuesday, July 8, 2008

El Questro Wilderness Park

If we are starting to whet your appetite for a holiday in the Kununurra region, then consider spending some time at the famous El Questro Wilderness Park.

Here you are surrounded by one million acres of spectacular scenery and awe-inspiring landscapes. Located only 110kms by road from Kununurra, El Questro offers a diverse range of activities, dining options and accommodation amidst the rugged Cockburn Ranges.

Accommodation styles range from the exclusive El Questro Homestead, station township bungalow or the tented cabins at Emma Gorge. Adding a few days to explore or just relax in the thermal Zebedee Springs, El Questro is a must for any Kimberley itinerary!

El Questro operates from April to October each year.

Whether you self-drive in your own vehicle, hire vehicle or via transfers, we can add El Questro to your personalised itinerary.

Fore more information: Freecall 1800 450 850 within Australia or visit our website Best of the Kimberley

Tuesday, July 1, 2008

Experience Australia as Adventurous or Relaxed as you want

kimberley, australiaThe recent filming of the new movie "Australia" in and around Kununurra has put this special part of the Kimberley well and truly on the map. So what is all the fuss about? Let us explain.....just imagine:

A land of ancient rivers and gorges, of ragged ranges that stretch on and on and on, then disappear into a limitless horizon.

A region of roaring wet season rivers, exploding over cliff faces and chasms, creating spectacular waterfalls that cascade into deep cool waterholes.

A place to maybe catch that barramundi, watch a couple of Brolgas waltzing together in the early evening light, or sneak a glimpse of a big old “croc” sunning himself on the river bank.

A destination called “Purnululu”; a world heritage listed National Park, where you can walk among the 360 million year old “beehive” domes of the Bungle Bungle Range.

A destination where you can take a birds eye view of the waterways of the mighty Ord River. Look in awe over the expanse of Lake Argyle, Australia’s largest man-made lake, and a true testament to the engineering feats of a developing Kimberley back in the 60’s and 70’s.

A place to shop for that exclusive diamond.

A destination for the family.

A place where you can canoe, swim, boat, water-ski, or just laze about and let the world float by.

A great spot to just sit on a rock and watch a truly spectacular Kimberley sunset unfold, then fade away right before your eyes.

The team at Best Of The Kimberley can tailor your Kununurra holiday to be as adventurous or relaxed as you want. View Best of the Kimberley for more details.

Wednesday, June 4, 2008

Tours to do in and around Broome and Kununurra in 2008

broomeFor some years, Best Of The Kimberley has produced a range of information fliers including "Things to do in and around Broome", "Tours and Accommodation in Kununurra" and "Things to do in Broome in the summer" which have proven very useful to our clients when planning their holidays.

We have quite a range of fliers and we would be happy to send these to you. Just contact us at Best of the Kimberley

Wednesday, May 28, 2008

The Ghan - Adelaide - Alice Springs & Top End

the ghan trainThe Ghan train is world renowned and the trip through the heart of Australia is one of those train journeys high on the list of train travel enthusiasts.

Best of The Kimberley has created a special 8 day/7 night package, commencing in Adelaide, that includes 2 nights in Adelaide, half day tour of Adelaide Hills and historic Hahndorf, 3 days/2 nights aboard the Ghan (Gold Kangaroo Class), 2 nights in Darwin, full day Kakadu National Park tour and sunset dinner cruise on Darwin Harbour.

This package can be extended with extra days in Darwin, add on the Kimberley or add a few days beforehand and visit stunning Kangaroo Island, South Australia.

Call us on freecall 1800 450 850 or visit Best of the Kimberley for more information.

Wednesday, May 21, 2008

The History of Broome's Street Names: "Cable Beach Road"

cable beachCable Beach is named after the telegraph cable that came ashore on the beach from Banjowangie in Java. The original cable laid by the British Eastern Telegraph Company went to Darwin but it was laid on a volcanic seabed and suffered so many breaks, that it was decided to establish another station at Broome as a safety net, when the Darwin link broke.

The submarine cable was finished in 1889 and with it came "Cable House". By 1912 the cable had been transferred to Cottesloe (WA) and Cable House became the Broome Courthouse in 1921 and is still a functioning Courthouse to this day, and the site of the well known Saturday Courhouse Markets.

(Source: "The History of the Street Names of Broome" by Carol Shaw).

Thinkin of visiting Cable Beach? Contact Best of the Kimberley for some great travel deals.

Wednesday, May 14, 2008

Charnley River Station - Gibb River Road

kimberley holidaysIn the heart of The Kimberley lies Charnley River Station, a working cattle station of around 750,00 acres. The scenery is spectacular and the wildlife abundant!

Discover some of the best gorges and waterfalls in the Kimberley and enjoy activities such as swimming, bushwalking, canoing, fishing or just relax and soak up the magic of this remote location.

3 days/2 nights. Minimum 2/maximum of 6 passengers. $1050 per person. (Drive in/fly out option also available).

Contact Best Of The Kimberley on freecall 1800 450 850 for more information and available dates or visit Best of the Kimberley.

Tuesday, May 13, 2008

Tiwi Islands - "You haven't seen the Territory until you've seen the Tiwi Islands"

tiwi ladiesFly from Darwin Airport to Bathurst Island and take a guided tour through the progressive community of Nguiu. Be taken through the arts and craft centres and see the artists at work with the opportunity to purchase original pieces.

Spend time with the Tiwi ladies and guides enjoying billy tea and damper. Witness traditional totem dances and a smoking ceremony. Visit a local waterhold fo a swim and visit a Tiwi burial site and learn about some of the complex rituals associated with the Pukamani poles (Burial poles).

Full day tour operates Monday-Friday, March to November.

For more information contact Best Of The Kimberley Freecall 1800 450 850 or visit Best of the Kimberley.

Sunday, May 11, 2008

Broome's newest resort - The Pearle

the pearle resortBroome's newest resort, The Pearle opened on 1 May. Located in the Cable Beach precinct, the resort offers luxurious accommodation that is inspired by the exotic pavilions homes of South East Asia.

The Pearle has premium hotel, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom villa accommodation. Each pavilion retreat offers spacious open-plan design with indoor and outdoor living, designer kitchens, air-conditioning, outdoor decks with BBQs and a private plunge pool.

For more information contact Best Of The Kimberley on freecall 1800 450 850 or visit Best of the Kimberley