Day 1: Kununurra
Arrive, Mirima National Park, Kelly’s Knob sunset.
Day 2: Ord River
Full-day Ord River cruise.
Day 3: Lake Argyle
Drive to Lake Argyle, cruise, swim in the infinity pool, overnight.
Days 4–5: Purnululu
Drive south and in on the Spring Creek Track. Cathedral Gorge, Domes Walk, Echidna Chasm, sunset at Kungkalanayi Lookout. Optional helicopter flight.
Day 6: El Questro
Drive back north to El Questro. Emma Gorge, overnight.
Day 7: Zebedee and Wyndham
Zebedee Springs in the morning, Five Rivers Lookout, back to Kununurra.
Notes
- A high-clearance 4WD is needed for Purnululu.
- Without a 4WD, replace Days 4–5 with a fly-and-walk tour.
Day-by-day driving times
- Kununurra to Lake Argyle: about 1 hour.
- Lake Argyle to Purnululu visitor centre: about 4–5 hours including the Spring Creek Track.
- Purnululu to El Questro: about 5–6 hours.
- El Questro to Kununurra via Wyndham: about 3 hours.
Book ahead
Purnululu campsites, El Questro accommodation and Lake Argyle rooms fill up quickly in peak season.
Packing
Bring camping gear for Purnululu, swimwear for gorges and springs, and plenty of water.
Without a 4WD
Replace Purnululu with a fly-and-walk from Kununurra, and join a day tour to El Questro. You can still visit Lake Argyle and Wyndham on sealed roads.
Frequently asked questions
Can I do this itinerary without a 4WD?
Replace Purnululu days with a scenic flight and use tours for El Questro.
When is the best time for this itinerary?
May to September, when roads and parks are open.
Can I add the Gibb River Road?
Yes. Continue west from El Questro on the Gibb River Road with a properly equipped 4WD.
How many nights in Purnululu?
Two nights lets you see both the north and south of the park.
Do I need to book Purnululu campsites?
Yes. Book campsites through Parks and Wildlife WA, especially in peak season.
