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The Welcome to Kununurra tour runs most Saturday mornings and other times on request. It is specifically designed for people who are either new to town or visiting for a short time and who are interested in getting to know what Kununurra and the surrounding areas have to offer. You'll learn a bit about the history of the town and Ord Irrigation Area, how to get to some of the more interesting sights such as rivers, waterfalls and springs, hiking trails, boating access, shops, sporting facilities and food outlets, plus learn about the region's social calendar and upcoming events.
Highlights:
Itinerary
Pick-up from your accommodation or meeting point before tour commences.
8:00am: We leave Kununurra heading west out past the local swim beach and on to the Diversion Dam and surrounding sites. The history of the dam and Ord Irrigation Scheme is explained whilst driving past some of the varied crops grown in this food bowl of the north. After a look at the iconic Ord River at Ivanhoe Crossing, we’ll head over to the north and then eastern side of town popping up lookouts and vantage points to gain a higher perspective of the town and surrounds. We wind along dirt and sand 4WD tracks to view rock art, ancient sandstone rock formations and a signature boab, all the while spotting for wildlife and bush tucker trees and shrubs. As local sights are pointed out, information is also provided about local East Kimberley events, culture and industry. The tour commentary and itinerary will aim to address your interests and answer your questions. At the tour end you’ll be dropped off at your accommodation or meeting point at 11:00am.
Highlights:
- Art Galleries, Cafes, Pumphouse Restaurant
- Swim Beach, Ski Beach, Diversion Dam
- Prison Boab, Dunham River Bridge, Anzac Hill, Lions Park
- Showgrounds, Ivanhoe Crossing, Agriculture Research Station, Ord Irrigation Areas
- The Hoochery, Sandalwood Café, Old Sugar Mill, Ord River Cooperative, Waringarri Arts
- Kelly’s Knob, Mirima National Park
- Elephant Rock, Sleeping Buddah, East Mirima Lookout
Itinerary
Pick-up from your accommodation or meeting point before tour commences.
8:00am: We leave Kununurra heading west out past the local swim beach and on to the Diversion Dam and surrounding sites. The history of the dam and Ord Irrigation Scheme is explained whilst driving past some of the varied crops grown in this food bowl of the north. After a look at the iconic Ord River at Ivanhoe Crossing, we’ll head over to the north and then eastern side of town popping up lookouts and vantage points to gain a higher perspective of the town and surrounds. We wind along dirt and sand 4WD tracks to view rock art, ancient sandstone rock formations and a signature boab, all the while spotting for wildlife and bush tucker trees and shrubs. As local sights are pointed out, information is also provided about local East Kimberley events, culture and industry. The tour commentary and itinerary will aim to address your interests and answer your questions. At the tour end you’ll be dropped off at your accommodation or meeting point at 11:00am.
Pick up and drop-off from accommodation. Please request at time of booking
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