Outback Luxury Helicopter Safari
The Itinerary
This Outback Luxury Helicopter Safari is an unforgettable five-day and six-night private helicopter safari exploring the stunning Top End Outback in true style.
Enjoy views of the huge expanse of extraordinary landscapes from the comfort of your own private helicopter. Land on a mountain pinnacle to watch the sunset over your favourite cold drink, soar through gorges and touch down to swim in secret springs and waterfalls, explore Purnululu National Park.
Your accommodation is in the region’s best luxury lodges: Bullo River Station in the Northern Territory and El Questro Homestead in the Kimberley. These unique lodges are in exquisite locations offering diverse wilderness experiences. Freshwater East Kimberley Apartments located in Kununurra is our pre-tour accommodation.
This safari truly is the most incredible way to experience the spectacular scenery of the Kimberley and the Northern Territory (NT).
Day 1
Kununurra to Bullo River Station – Northern Territory
Rise early today to enjoy the fresh Kimberley morning. Your HeliSpirit pilot will meet and transfer you to the airport helipad. Lift off from Kununurra and soar over the Ord River Irrigation Area past the huge oasis of farms creating a maze of colours. View the mini bungles in the township of Kununurra, Mirima National Park. Fly low across the border into the Northern Territory, past the Keep River National Park. You may be lucky enough to spot a large estuarine crocodile lazing on the muddy banks of the Keep River. Land at a remote waterfall for a swim and morning tea. Enjoy the serenity and picturesque surroundings before re-boarding your helicopter for your short flight to your destination, Bullo River Station. View some spectacular pastoral land & grazing cattle before landing on the lawn at the Station homestead. Meet your Bullo River hosts who will help you choose your activities for the day, maybe a day filled with dust, sweat and the exhilaration of station life. Or spend the day exploring stunning landscapes, waterfalls, swimming in remote waterholes or discovering Aboriginal rock art and wildlife.
Day 2
Bullo River Station
For an authentic cattle station experience you will be travelling to the perfect place. Your days can be filled with dust, sweat and the exhilaration of station life or by simply enjoying a gorgeous lunch by a billabong, taking a sneaky quick dip at a beautiful swimming hole or discovering Aboriginal Rock Art, all in this stunning outback country that Bullo River Station is situated on. The station has a 4,000 strong herd of Brahman-cross cattle, spread across half a million acres and managing them is included in the list of daily tasks to do. You can get out on the station in a 4WD, all terrain vehicle or on horseback.
Day 3
Bullo River Station to El Questro Homestead via Bungle Bungle
Our destination is Purnululu National Park, a World Heritage Listed area. The Bungle Bungle Range is a 350 million year old sandstone massif. Flying south from Bullo toward Lake Argyle, view the biggest man made lake in the southern hemisphere. Its volume is said to be over 21 times that of Sydney Harbour. Continue over the Ord & Bow rivers, cattle stations and the Osmand Ranges before landing at Purnululu National Park home of the Bungle Bungle.
Day 4 & 5
El Questro Homestead
Nestled within the Kimberley’s vast and ancient landscape and hidden amongst burnt-orange cliffs and lush, green lawns sits El Questro Homestead, a pocket of luxurious exclusivity where you’re encouraged to make yourself at home with a maximum of 18 guests. During your stay at the Homestead you are offered complimentary excursions, allowing for a fully immersive Kimberley experience. With almost 700,000 acres to explore, the Homestead’s surrounding landscape is dramatic and expansive with something to offer everyone. Explore by foot, four-wheel drive, helicopter, boat or horseback. Whichever way you prefer, a personal tour guide is always on hand to ensure nothing is missed.
Top shelf Spirits and Reserve list wines, are at your own expense.
Day 6
El Questro to Kununurra
Depart El Questro Homestead by helicopter, souring over the Chamberlain River on takeoff. View the Pentecost River and Cockburn Ranges as you depart the massive 700,000 acre station. Marvel at the vast Kimberley landscape as you pass by Tier Range. Fly over the Ord irrigation scheme as we near our destination of Kununurra. A great photo opportunity of Lake Kununurra and the Diversion Dam, a famous Kununurra landmark, before touching down at the airport.
$25,050 per person all inclusive
The price includes everything except reserve list drinks at each location – these are at your own expense
- We can take a minimum of 2 and up to 12 people on this itinerary.
- Please ask for the single supplement cost.
- You can choose to extend your stay at either of the overnight destinations or upgrade your room type at El Questro Homestead. This will entail additional costs, which we will provide on request.
Luggage
Luggage is restricted to 10kg per person. We supply you with a quality canvas and leather Safari bag to use on tour and to keep. Laundry services are available at all locations. Most important items are: Camera, charged spare batteries, good waterproof walking shoes, light cotton clothing, hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, swimwear, small torch. Comfortable casual clothing is recommended. A small backpack is ideal to carry with you at all times to hold your; water bottle, sunscreen, bathers, small towel, hat and camera. A backpack allows you to be “hands-free” on walks.
For more information and to make a booking call our friendly team on 08 9168 1101 or email [email protected]
Your helicopter safari allows you to decide what you would like to do each day. Once booked, the accommodation locations will be set and cannot be changed, but each evening you can discuss and plan the next day’s activities with your pilot. You will find yourselves unwind and relax further each day, sinking into Kimberley and NT time until on the last day, you really won’t want to leave. Our pilots know the Kimberley and NT intimately and will ensure your experience is the best you could hope for.
