4WD Day Tours for the Travel Trade

Kimberley Safari & Waterholes Drive

The Kimberley, Western Australia

This rugged 4WD adventure is the essence of Kimberley exploration. Traverse red-dirt tracks and rolling savannah as your guide shares stories of the land’s unique geology, flora and fauna. The journey leads to secluded waterholes – crystal clear pools tucked away in dramatic landscapes – where your clients can swim, relax and soak in the stillness.

  • Three-hour guided 4WD safari across red-dirt tracks and open savannah
  • Secluded waterholes for swimming and relaxing in a dramatic setting
  • Drinks and snacks included before the return to the lodge
  • Chance to spot native wildlife from wallabies to a range of bird species
  • Wholesale net rates available for accredited travel trade partners
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A group of hikers traverses a rocky, boulder-strewn landscape dotted with sparse eucalyptus trees
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THE EXPERIENCE

What to Expect on the Drive

Red-Dirt Tracks & Open Savannah

The heart of this tour is the drive itself. A guided 4WD takes your clients across the kind of country that the Kimberley is famous for – red-dirt tracks, rolling savannah, and rugged rock formations that change colour through the day. This is genuine off-road territory, not a sealed sightseeing loop.

Along the way the guide shares the story of the land – its geology, the plants that survive out here, and the wildlife that calls it home. It is a relaxed pace with plenty of stops, so there is no need for clients to be seasoned adventurers to enjoy it.

Trade tip: At around three hours, this fits neatly into a wider lodge stay or a multi-day Kimberley itinerary. It works well as a half-day option for clients who want a taste of the outback without committing to a longer expedition.

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Secluded Pools in a Dramatic Landscape

The drive leads to secluded waterholes – crystal clear pools tucked away in some of the most striking country in the region. These are the kind of places that most travellers will never see. Your clients have the chance to swim, cool off, and simply take in the stillness.

There is something about a quiet waterhole in the middle of the Kimberley that stays with people. No crowds, no noise. Just the water, the rock, and the landscape.

Trade tip: The swim stop is the moment clients tend to remember most. Remind them to pack swimwear and a towel – it makes a real difference to how much they get out of the day.

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Native Wildlife Along the Way

Part of the appeal of getting out into this country is what you encounter while you are there. Your clients may spot native wildlife as the day unfolds – from wallabies bounding through the grass to a range of bird species, each adding to the sense of discovery.

Nothing is guaranteed, of course – this is wild country and the animals come and go as they please. But the guides know the terrain and have a sharp eye for what most people would walk straight past.

Trade tip: Good for clients with an interest in Australian flora and fauna. The wildlife element pairs naturally with the guide’s commentary on the land’s ecology, giving the tour a bit more substance than a straight scenic drive.

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A Drink & Snacks Before the Return

After the swim and the exploring, there is time to enjoy a drink and snacks before heading back to the lodge. It is a chance to unwind, take in the surroundings one last time, and let the day settle in before the return drive.

Equal parts adventure and tranquility, this safari offers a glimpse into the Kimberley as few will ever see it.

Trade tip: The refreshment stop rounds the experience off nicely and means there are no surprise extras to explain. Everything your clients need for the three hours is taken care of.

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WHAT’S INCLUDED

Tour Details & Inclusions

What Your Clients Get

  • Guided three-hour 4WD safari through Kimberley country
  • Expert commentary on the land’s geology, flora and fauna
  • Visit to secluded waterholes with time to swim and relax
  • A drink and snacks before the return to the lodge
  • Opportunities to spot wallabies and native bird species
  • Return transfers within the tour journey

Good to Know

A short, accessible half-day option that suits a wide range of clients. A few points worth flagging when you sell it.

  • Duration is approximately three hours – ideal as a half-day inclusion
  • Clients should bring swimwear, a towel, sun protection and water
  • Best experienced during the Kimberley dry season – check seasonal dates
  • Pairs well within a wider Kimberley lodge stay or self-drive itinerary

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Add This Safari to Your Clients’ Kimberley Trip

Contact our team at enquiries@aabh.com.au for wholesale net rates, seasonal availability, and to slot this half-day safari into a wider itinerary. We build tailor-made Fully Independent Traveller (FIT) programmes across the Kimberley and beyond, with transfers, accommodation, and experiences seamlessly connected. For New Zealand itineraries, visit our subsidiary New Zealand and Beyond Holidays.

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Contact our team for trade rates, availability, and help packaging this tour into your clients’ tailor-made itineraries. As a leading inbound travel specialist for Australia and New Zealand, we’ll build the complete journey, including flights, accommodation, connecting tours, and onward travel.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour runs for approximately three hours, which makes it an ideal half-day inclusion within a wider lodge stay or self-drive itinerary. It is relaxed in pace with plenty of stops along the way.
No. The driving is handled by an experienced guide. Your clients simply settle in and enjoy the ride while the guide shares stories of the land’s geology, flora and fauna. It suits a broad range of travellers, not just keen adventurers.
We recommend swimwear and a towel for the waterhole swim, along with sun protection, a hat, and plenty of water. Comfortable clothing and closed footwear suit the terrain. The waterhole swim is one of the highlights, so it is worth being prepared for it.
Often, yes. Travellers may spot native wildlife along the way – from wallabies to a range of bird species. Sightings are never guaranteed in wild country, but the guides know the terrain and have a sharp eye for what most people would miss.
Absolutely. This is exactly how we recommend selling it. The safari slots neatly into a wider Kimberley programme alongside lodge stays and other experiences. We build tailor-made Fully Independent Traveller (FIT) itineraries across the region, with transfers, accommodation, and activities seamlessly connected.
Contact us at enquiries@aabh.com.au with your agency details and we will provide wholesale net rates and current availability. If you are already registered on our HELiO platform, you can also check and book products directly. All pricing is trade-only and not available to the general public.