NEW TOURS, ATTRACTIONS AND ACCOMMODATION IN WESTERN AUSTRALIA MAY 2109

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New Aboriginal tour offerings for WA
Across coastal, urban and outback WA, more than 85 Aboriginal tourism operators proudly share their fascinating stories, distinctive cultures and traditional lands with visitors through a variety of authentic experiences. Several new Aboriginal tour offerings have launched following the start of the annual tourist season in WA's Kimberley, including:

• Rock art tours at Windjana Gorge - 

Bungoolee Tours is now offering exclusive Aboriginal rock art tours in the areas surrounding Windjana Gorge National Park in the Kimberley. Guests will join Aboriginal elder Jimmy Dillon Andrews at rock art sites such as Jumburrurru (Carpenters Gap), which show that Bunuba people have been on the land for 46,000 years. The tour is operated as a tagalong departing and returning on the same day to Windjana Gorge campground. The tours are $195 per person, with bookings required a minimum three days in advance.

• New tours at Kooljaman at Cape Leveque - 

Kooljaman at Cape Leveque, a remote wilderness camp located on the Dampier Peninsula in WA's North West, has released new tours for the 2019 season. The 'Sunday Island Adventure Tour' allows guests to cruise, fish and explore with Traditional Owners, while on the 'Southern Cross at Lullumb Coastal Walk', guests can join local Aboriginal guide Bolo on an inspirational journey along the stunning coastline, learning bush survival skills and meeting the local Bardi Jawi people. Also on offer is night fishing, spear making, shell polishing, tucker talks, coastal walks and a sunset cruise. Kooljaman is owned and operated by the local Bardi communities of Djarindjin and Ardyaloon.

• Discover the Kimberley's Kakadu Plum - 

Kimberley Wild Gubinge Tours is a new tour offering for the Whale Song Campground, which is set amongst the lush Kimberley bush at Pender Bay on the Dampier Peninsula, north of Broome. Often called Kakadu Plum, the fruit is known as Gubinge, Madoorr or Madoorroo by the Bardi people, and is the highest natural source of vitamin C on the planet, and grows wild around the region. The Gubinge tour is a unique experience, where guests are educated on its Aboriginal cultural and modern uses; and experience the processing facility, cellar door tastings and sales, as well as gaining insight into the harvest season.

Accommodation upgrades at Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm
Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm, located 200 kilometres north of Broome in WA's North West, is expanding its accommodation with new camping and caravan facilities opening in May. The additions include new deluxe safari tents, offering stunning views of Cygnet Bay; and additional bush campsites, which will triple the size of the property's current offering. A new tour option is also available – a coast to Creek walking tour with local Aboriginal guide Terry Hunter.

Deluxe cabins at Kimberleyland Waterfront Holiday Park

Kimberleyland Waterfront Holiday Park has recently introduced new deluxe waterfront cabins to its current accommodation offering of powered and unpowered sites and self-contained cabins. Set on the banks of Lake Kununurra in WA's North West, the cabins provide uninterrupted waterfront views of the lake from a private deck. The new cabins are fully self-contained with modern furnishings, including a fully equipped kitchen, coffee pod machine, dishwasher, full refrigerator, deluxe bathrooms, queen size bed, plus an alfresco dining area with private barbecue and outdoor day bed.

Family safari tours in the Kimberley
Kimberley Wild Expeditions has launched a five-day Kimberley Family Safari tour. The outback four-wheel-drive family adventure offers an escape to the dramatic gorges, wildlife retreats and ancient cave passages of the rugged Kimberley region in WA's North West. Families will be able to share the experience with other like-minded families, and immerse themselves in nature with a range of activities available including swimming, wildlife spotting, trekking, campfires and stargazing.

Cattle station experience with InStyle Adventures
InStyle Adventures has added to its tour offering for 2019 with a new two or three day Kimberley Station Adventure tour. The guided four-wheel-drive tour is available for small groups, with a maximum of four guests. The tour includes accommodation at one of the Kimberley's most iconic cattle stations, Yeeda Station, on the banks of the Fitzroy River. A private tour of the property takes guests through pastoral and river wetlands, learning about the life of the jack and jillaroos and the station's conservation land management practices. The tour includes a cruise through the spectacular Geikie Gorge, exploring Tunnel Creek and Windjana Gorge.

Optus Stadium AFL packages with Captain Cook Cruises
Captain Cook Cruises is now offering AFL Optus Stadium Cruise Transfers. Guests attending an Australian Rules Football (AFL) match at Optus Stadium can enjoy return transport from either Mosman Park, Point Walter or Barrack Street Jetty via the Swan River on-board Captain Cook Cruises. The transfers also include complimentary gourmet snacks and full cash bar facilities. Guests have the option to book a package tour, and add on either a two-course set menu at The Reveley, or a Swan Valley Gourmet Wine Cruise before being dropped at Optus Stadium for an AFL match.

New tours at El Questro for 2019 season

Located in the heart of the Kimberley in WA's North West, El Questro is a 700,000 acre property offering a range of unique experiences and accommodation options. Now open for the 2019 season, a number of new tour offerings have been introduced. Guests can enjoy a scenic morning helicopter flight to Champagne Springs and breakfast on the 'Champagne Breakfast at Champagne Springs' tour. The 'Horizontal Falls and Kimberley Coast' tour allows guests the opportunity to witness one of nature's most unusual phenomena's from the air, and the new 'Bungle Bungles & East Kimberley Helicopter Safari' offers guests an ultimate Kimberley adventure. Enjoy spectacular views over the east Kimberley, including the Saw Ranges Bow River and Osmond Range, before arriving at Purnululu National Park for a private four-wheel-drive tour of the Bungle Bungles.

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