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COME FLY WITH USKununurra, Western Australia | (08) 9148 2630 | www.kingfishertours.net

K1 Purnululu (Bungle Bungle) ExplorerThe best way to explore this fascinating World Heritage listed Bungle Bungle National Park is from the air. Famous for the Bungle Bungle Ranges, this icon tour will be one of your most spectacular and memorable experiences in the Kimberley.

Departing Kununurra we head south

over Lake Kununurra and the upper Ord

River, and on to Lake Argyle, flying over

some of our vast cattle stations and

the Osmond Ranges. We arrive at the

Purnululu National Park and the Bungle

Bungle Ranges where we fly a circular

pattern to reveal the spectacular

beehives and deep gorges of this

unique landform.

Leaving the Bungles we track north

towards the Argyle Diamond Mine, now

famous for its rare pink and champagne

coloured diamonds. Next we follow the

shoreline of Lake Argyle and the rugged

peaks of the Carr Boyd Ranges.

We return to Kununurra and the

awesome panorama of the irrigated

farmlands to the north and south of

the town. As a unique bonus from

Kingfisher, your flight continues on to

Ivanhoe Crossing before returning

along the Lower Ord for touchdown

at Kununurra.

Available from Kununurra daily.

Flight time: 2 hours.

Adult $360 | Child $310 | Senior $330

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K2 Purnululu and Cockburn ExplorerJoin us on our extended aerial adventure flying over the world famous Bungle Bungle Ranges, Cockburn Ranges, Cambridge Gulf and lower Ord River; a photographer’s delight.

Departing Kununurra we head south

along Lake Kununurra, over Packsaddle

Plains to Spillway Creek and on to the

majestic inland sea of Lake Argyle. We

then follow Bow River south, where the

first Argyle diamonds were found, and

cross the Osmond Ranges with their

unique wave-like formations.

Next we arrive at the Bungle Bungle

Range located within the world heritage

listed Purnululu National Park. After

flying a loop around the Bungles, we

then track to the Argyle Diamond

Mine. We will fly over the open pit, and

onwards to El Questro, a million acre

cattle station turned wilderness park,

with its famous cliffhanging homestead.

We continue downstream along the

Pentecost River to Home Valley Station,

with the spectacular Cockburn Ranges

in full view to the east. We pass by the

historic town of Wyndham, the lower

Ord River wetlands and Ord Irrigation

area before returning to Kununurra.

Available from Kununurra daily

Flight time: 2.5 hours.

Adult $445 | Child $395 | Senior $425

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Kingfisher is proud to collaborate and partner with other award winning tour operators to offer a selection of exceptional value combined scenic flight and ground tours.

K1-B Purnululu (Bungles) Scenic Flight and Ground TourDeparting Kununurra we head south over Lake Kununurra and the upper Ord River,

and on to Lake Argyle, flying over some of our vast cattle stations and the Osmond

Ranges. We arrive at the Purnululu National Park and the Bungle Bungle Ranges where

we will land, and join a coach and walking tour to the magnificent Cathedral Gorge.

Guests will enjoy a picnic lunch and informative commentary from the resident guide.

Available from Kununurra daily (Air route is the same as K1 tour).

Depart 9.00am return 4.30pm. Adult $850 | Child $850 | Senior $850

Includes picnic lunch, coach transfer and guided walking tour.

K2-H Purnululu (Bungles) and Home Valley ExplorerHome Valley Station is an iconic Kimberley destination on the banks of the Pentecost

River and the shadow of the Cockburn Ranges. As a working cattle station it offers an

indigenous based training academy as well as a luxurious retreat for visitors and locals

alike. Arrive by air after an exhilarating scenic flight via Lake Argyle and the Bungles

(the same route as our K2 tour). Enjoy a gourmet lunch at the station’s famous Dusty

Bar and Grill, followed by an unhurried guided tour of the station. Optional helicopter

flights and fishing tour available, or simply take a refreshing dip in the pool.

The tour concludes with a return flight to Kununurra via Wyndham, the lower Ord

River wetlands, and the Ord River Irrigation Area.

Available from Kununurra daily (Air route is the same as K2 tour with morning

drop-off and afternoon pick-up).

Depart 9.00am return 4.30pm. Adult $640 | Child $590 | Senior $610

Includes Lunch and Station Tour at Home Valley Station.

K5-B Bullo River ExplorerBullo River Station in the Northern Territory is the famous homestead created by

the Henderson family, and the subject of mother Sarah’s inspiring autobiography

“From Strength to Strength”

Still a family operated cattle station, Bullo River now hosts international guests and

dignitaries in luxurious accommodation, and offers access to many rarely visited

waterholes and stunning natural features. This tour offers an insight into station life

at Bullo River, and a gourmet lunch served at the sprawling homestead. Optional

flights in the station chopper are also available.

Available from Kununurra on demand, with a minimum of four guests required.

Depart 9.00am return 2.00pm. Adult $585 | Child $585 | Senior $585

Includes Lunch and Station Tour at Bullo River.

K6-CD Cape Domett Explorer (Beach Landing)Embark on the ultimate and exclusive coastal get away to Cape Domett, exploring

rarely seen habitats including one of the most important turtle nesting beaches on

the Timor Sea coast.

Experience a breath-taking touchdown on a 3km beach where you can explore the

tidal shore-line and rocky headlands. You can soak up the beauty of the coast over

a relaxing picnic morning tea.

Tour is available at low tide, and includes champagne and nibbles on the beach.

All seats $320 with a minimum of four guests required.

K3 Mitchell Falls and Drysdale Station ExplorerExplore the cascading majesty of the Mitchell River Falls, Prince Frederick Harbour and the iconic Mount Trafalgar before a luncheon stop at remote Drysdale River Station.

Departing Kununurra we track west

towards the Lower Ord wetlands and the

historic port of Wyndham. For the next

hour in the air we pass over the most

isolated and uninhabited wilderness in

the Kimberley before arrival and orbit at

the Mitchell River Falls.

After capturing the perfect photograph

we set course for the pristine waters of

Prince Frederick Harbour and Naturalist

Island where many luxury yachts may be

seen at anchor.

On reaching Mt Trafalgar we turn east

and track for Drysdale River Station

where a well earned rest and a delicious

lunch awaits.

Our flight continues on to Home Valley

Station and rounding the Cockburn

Ranges where the afternoon sun invites

its weathered escarpment to exhort the

power and majesty of an ancient land.

Enroute back to Kununurra we overfly

the luxury settlements at El Questro

Station.

Available from Kununurra on Sunday,

Tuesday and Thursday at 0900.

Flight time: 3+ hours. Includes Lunch

at Drysdale River Station.

Adult $895 | Child $835 | Senior $870

K4 Wandjina ExplorerIn the culture of the Kimberley people, the Wandjina is a respected and ‘stormy’ spirit, who brings water and life to a parched land. Join us as we explore the heart of the Wandjina country and marvel at the landscapes, river systems and coastlines these spirits have created.

Departing Kununurra we track along the

Ord River and its irrigated farmlands

towards the unique House Roof Hill,

where much of the movie ‘Australia’ was

filmed. We continue along the Ord River,

to the historic port of Wyndham and the

Cambridge Gulf. The five major rivers of

the East Kimberley all snake towards this

meeting at the Gulf. We then follow the

Timor Sea coastline north before flying

over the Berkeley River and the award

winning resort. Next we track towards

the majestic King George Falls, where we

orbit these impressive twin falls.

Faraway Bay, another exclusive resort is

next in sight, followed by the Drysdale

River and Broome-Napier Bay. Next we

land at Kalumburu, WA’s most remote

indigenous community, for a picnic lunch

and a tour of the historical mission and

museum. We then continue onto the

historic WWII Truscott Airfield, the pearl

farms of Vansittart Bay, and the famous

Mitchell Falls. Enroute back to Kununurra

we enjoy the panoramic splendour of the

Cockburn Ranges, Home Valley and El

Questro Stations.

Available from Kununurra on Monday,

Wednesday, Friday and Saturday.

Flight time: 4+ hours

Adult $965 | Child $895 | Senior $935

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Scenic Flight + Ground Tours (All day activity – available May to August)**

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K3 (Mitchell Falls + Drysdale Station) ✓ ✓ ✓

K4 (Wandjina + Kalumburu Tour) ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

K5 (Bullo River Station) ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

K6 (Cape Domett) Cape Domett Beach landings are only available at Low Tide (Call Kingfisher for details)

** Minimum Numbers may apply to some tours to be viable (generally 4 pax).

Other day/time flights are available by negotiation. Please discuss your preferences with Kingfisher.

When is the best time to fly?• The 6am Bungles flights always offer

spectacular morning light, particularly

on the eastern face.

• At 9am the long shadows have receded

and offer the best opportunity for air to

ground photography.

• At 2pm the vibrant reds of the western

escarpments of the Bungles and

Cockburn Ranges are at their very best

• Smooth and comfortable flying

conditions are expected every day of

the dry season (April to September).

Cloudless days are the best for aerial

photography.

• Waterfalls and wetlands are at their

best April to June, while the coast is

spectacular at any time of the year.

Resort TransfersKingfisher can accommodate all resort

transfer needs to the Berkeley River

Lodge, Faraway Bay, Kimberley Coastal

Camp, Mitchell Plateau, El Questro,

Home Valley, Bullo River Station, and

Mornington Wilderness Camp.

Explore the Kimberley with Kingfisher and experience the difference• Local operator offering year-round

services with unsurpassed local

knowledge.

• A selection of tours to suit every

interest.

• Convenient and flexible tour flight

schedule.

• Small group touring with personalised

in-flight commentary from experienced

air crew

• Two way head sets for full in-flight

communication with your pilot

• Every seat on our aircraft is a window

seat

• Large and diverse fleet of high winged

aircraft perfect for scenic flights

• Welcome and assistance to all guests

with special needs.

• Air crew conversant with indigenous

local knowledge and places

• Souvenir gift pack at the conclusion of

your flight, including an insignia cap,

postcards, stickers, pen, diamond ore

sample, and much more.

WIN an Argyle Diamond!!Every week from May to August

a rare and beautiful Argyle

Champagne Diamond (from

the Kimberley Fine Diamonds

collection) will be won by

a lucky scenic flight guest.

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The extraordinary East Kimberley is a

spectacular place from all perspectives –

on land, on the water and from the air.

Kununurra sits at the heart of the East

Kimberley, and is your launching pad

for exploring this rugged and pristine

wilderness where so many of its treasures

can only be visited or viewed by air.

Local operator Kingfisher Tours proudly

offers the most diverse and complete

portfolio of aerial scenic tours... with the

largest fleet of scenic tour aircraft and

enthusiastic and knowledgeable pilots

to take you there. Our tours showcase

both the spectacular landscape, history,

cultural heritage and contemporary

enterprise of the region.

Your flight with Kingfisher will be one

of your most enduring and treasured

memories of the Kimberley. It will be

our pleasure to welcome you on board.

A truly local perspective:Owners of Kingfisher Tours, Steve

and Rosie, have collectively 60 years

experience of living, working and

exploring the East Kimberley.

They have travelled to the far extremities

of the region and take great pride in

sharing their insights and experience

with guests.

Kingfisher offers small group tours of

typically 4 to 6 guests on each flight,

where every seat is a window seat, and

pilots provide a detailed personalised

commentary.

Safety is our highest priorityUnderstandably, you wish to know that

you are in safe hands when taking an

aerial tour.

Kingfisher’s Kimberley Explorer Tours

are provided by parent company Shoal

Air Pty Ltd, the East Kimberley’s largest

and most successful and respected

passenger and freight air charter service.

Shoal Air has an absolute commitment

to flight safety, and is fully certified and

audited by the Civil Aviation Safety

Authority (CASA) for the conduct of

passenger charter flights in Australia.

Awards and Recognition:• Accredited Tourism Business

• West Australian Small Business of the

Year - 2011

• WA Tourism Awards – Finalist and

Bronze Medal Winner – New Tourism

Development Award - 2013

• EcoTourism and Respecting our

Culture Accreditation - 2014

• Australia’s North West Tourism –

Best New Product Development

Award - 2014

Your award winning local tour operator

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Have a specific Tour in mind?If you have somewhere specific you would like to explore, please contact our

friendly and knowledgeable staff who can advise on a crafted tour to suit

your particular interests. Whether your journey begins in Broome, Darwin or

Kununurra, Kingfisher can reveal all the rarely seen treasures of the Timor Sea

Coast , through to the Prince Regent River, Buccaneer Archipelago and Dampier

Peninsula, or to our celebrated Aboriginal Art Centres where intimate familiarity

with the landscape is depicted in inspiring artwork.

Call the team who know the Kimberley at its very best – Kingfisher Tours:

(08) 9148 2630 | www.kingfishertours.net

K1 Purnululu Explorer

K2 Purnululu + Cockburn Explorer

K3 Mitchell Falls and Drysdale Explorer

K4 Wandjina Explorer

K6 Cape Domett Explorer

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Terms and Conditions: All prices are $AU inclusive of GST and are valid from 1 April 2015 to 31 March 2016. All tours include complimentary transfers to and

from Kununurra accommodation, in-flight chilled water, commentary from your knowledgeable and experienced pilot and guide, and a selection of souvenir

gifts on completion of your flight. Seat availability on all tours is subject to prior bookings. Bookings are not confirmed until paid in full to Kingfisher or its

agents. Accurate passenger and baggage weights must be provided at time of booking. Full Terms and Conditions, including cancellation policy can be found

at www.kingfishertours.net

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