EXPERIENCES / KIMBERLEY
Drysdale River National Park No. 2
Overview
- The largest and least accessible park in the Kimberley.
- The best way in is by using light aircraft and helicopters .
- Because of a change in the landing spot, we will need to carry food for the full two weeks.
- This will be the first time in ayears that we have visited Morgan Falls in the western part of the park.
The area through which we will be walking contains one of the highest concentrations of Aboriginal rock art in the Kimberley. The fishing is excellent. Beautiful waterfalls and inviting pools next to every campsite. There will be a number of day walks where we don't need to carry full packs. What more could you ask?
KIMBERLEY
June 28 - July 12
.2026
With the loss of the amphibious aircraft we used to use, we have had to replace them with a mix of normal aircraft and helicopters. While this makes it much more expensive, it does allow us to visit Morgan Falls in the western part of the park.
The trip begins when we board our aircraft in Kununurra and fly to the small Aboriginal community of Kalumburu. There we are met by the helicopter which brings us to the start of the walk at Solea Falls. We spend the rest of the day exploring the area around Solea.
From Solea, we work our way upstream, turning onto Planigale Creek and following it to its source.
We then cross over to another small creek system from which we drop down to the Carson river.
We follow the Carson River upstream for some time before heading up another small creek, then crossing to Palmoondoora Creek and Morgan Falls.
We spend the final day or two exploring the area near the falls.
Note. Those who enjoy fishing should consider bringing a collapsible rod or hand line. There are barramundi below Solea Falls and a variety of other fish on the rest of the walk.
Details
DATES
June 28 - July 12
PRICE
Full price: A$12,995
GROUP SIZE
4 - 12 guests
CAMP SITES
Mix of sand and rock ledges. The one at the top of Solea Falls offers spectacular views. You are unlikely to see anyone else anywhere along the route.
ART
We visit a large variety of art sites
SWIMMING
Excellent. Except for a few places below Solea Falls, there are no large crocs to discourage us from long swims.
WILDLIFE
Birds are always present. You are unlikely to see many large animals but, for those who look, there are a variety of small ones.
CLIMATE
Average daytime max 30-31ºC (86-88ºF), average nighttime min 12-15ºC (62-68ºF) – averages hide the extremes, it can get close to freezing. Generally low humidity. Rain very unlikely but possible.
COOKING
Firewood is abundant so we will have campfires every night. No need to carry stoves and gas canisters.
WALK RATING - MODERATE+
Terrain
The start of the walk is relatively flat and easy but there are some longish stretches of soft sand. As we continue toward Solea Falls, the terrain becomes more difficult with lots of rock hopping and some scrambling over large boulders. Above the falls, the terrain gets easier once more.
This trip includes an exploratory section we haven't done before. We don't expect it to be much different to the rest but we can't be sure until we're there.
Vegetation
Most of the vegetation should be fairly open but it is likely that there will be some thick scrub to push through. It is not likely that there will be much. Scrub conditions vary dramatically from year to year so we can't say how much you will encounter.
Distance
Generally 4-6 hours. On some days, you need carry your pack for only a couple of hours after which you can rest or explore without packs.
Pack Weight
You need to carry food for 14 days.
Itinerary
*This itinerary is subject to change
