Mitchell Falls Explorer – Dry

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Mitchell Falls Explorer – Dry

Air, Helicopter and Balloon Tours
Cultural and Theme Tours
Nature and wildlife
Sightseeing Tours
Part of: Air Kimberley
4 min guests
5 max guests

Highlights

  • Depart from Broome and track over King Sound's massive tides, experiencing breathtaking aerial views of the rugged landscape.
  • Soar above Mitchell Falls and Mertens Gorge on a thrilling helicopter flight, capturing stunning vistas from a unique perspective.
  • Savour a packed lunch while soaking in the unforgettable views at Mitchell Falls, perfect for rejuvenation and relaxation.
  • Return via a scenic flight over Montgomery Reef and Cable Beach, witnessing the sunset over the Indian Ocean for a magical finish.

Departing Broome, we track North across King Sound, home to Australia’s largest tides, fly over Walcott Inlet, the rarely seen Harding Range, and the Prince Regent River, before landing at Mitchell Plateau airstrip.

Enjoy amazing scenic views of Mitchell Falls and Mertens Gorge from above on an exhilarating helicopter flight. On arrival at Mitchell Falls, enjoy an unforgettable view of Mitchell Falls whilst you enjoy a packed lunch, swim, rest and rejuvenate.

After exploring the falls, a refreshing swim and many photo opportunities, enjoy a return scenic helicopter flight back to the camp ground for the drive back to Mitchell Plateau airstrip. After arriving back at the airfield, enjoy some well-earned refreshments before the homeward flight.

On the homeward flight, we track the coastline past Kuri Bay, home to the Paspaley Pearl Farm and the beautiful Montgomery Reef, Horizontal Waterfalls described by Sir David Attenborough as the 8th Natural Wonder of the World, the stunning Buccaneer Archipelago and it’s 1,000 islands and the stunning northern tip of the Dampier Peninsula, Cape Leveque, Dampier Peninsula with views of Beagle Bay, James Price Point, Willie Creek Pearl Farm and world-famous Cable Beach as the sun sets over the Indian Ocean.

Itinerary highlights

Mitchell Falls

Admiring the unforgettable view of Mitchell Falls whilst you enjoy a gourmet picnic lunch and rest atop the falls is an unforgettable experience. After exploring the falls, a refreshing swim and many photo opportunities, enjoy an exhilarating helicopter scenic flight with HeliSpirit over the majestic Mitchell Falls and Mertens Gorge, an incredible experience.

Tour details

  • Air, Helicopter and Balloon Tours
  • Cultural and Theme Tours
  • Nature and wildlife
  • Sightseeing Tours
  • Full Day
  • Air
  • Land – Motorised
  • Small Group Tour
  • Moderate
  • On demand

Features

Service facilities

  • Carpark
  • Family Friendly
  • Non Smoking
  • Pet Friendly – Enquire
  • Public Toilet
Accessibility

Actively welcomes people with access needs.

General access

  • Offers multiple options for booking – web, email, phone is available.
  • Offers a range of contact methods for receiving complaints.
  • Accessibility information and photos, including of a bathroom, room and/or floor plan on their website (can be emailed on request).
  • Asks all visitors if there are any specific needs to be met.
  • Advise tour guides of the access needs of guests at the time of booking (includes pick up and drop off requirements)

Communication

  • Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)

  • Staff are trained in communicating with people with learning or behavioural challenges.
  • Uses Plain English / easy read signage and information (includes menus and emergency information)
  • A quiet space is available at the venue/ facility.

Physical – Mobility

  • Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)

  • Uses floors/coverings which are slip resistant, firm and smooth
  • Uses non-slip tiles in the bathroom or slip resistant matting
  • Grab rails in the bathroom
  • Seating in common areas including reception area

Physical – Wheelchair

  • Caters for people who use a wheelchair.

  • Step free outdoor pathways (includes picnic areas, barbecues and shelters)
  • A step free main entrance to the building and/or reception area (includes ramps or slopes with a maximum gradient of 1:14, otherwise are too steep for wheelchairs)
  • An accessible public toilet which is unlocked.
  • A wheelchair accessible toilet / shower and change room is available.
  • At least one wheelchair accessible parking space with wheelchair accessible signage clearly displayed (International standards are 3200mm wide x 2500 mm high).

Allergies and intolerances

  • Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.

  • Modify their cooking and cleaning practices to cater for people with food allergies or chemical intolerances (could include menus with meals free from: nuts, dairy, seafood, eggs, gluten etc).
  • Staff are trained to respond to allergic reactions.
  • Complies with The Food Authority requirements for allergy management in food preparation.

Access & Inclusion

  • An access and inclusion statement is available on the business website.

  • https://www.airkimberley.com.au/accessibility

Operation information

Air Kimberley

Air Kimberley has been flying the skies of Western Australia for more than 30 years, exploring ancient cultures, beautiful landscapes and stunning natural attractions. Flying to some of the most unique awe-inspiring remote wilderness locations in Australia, Air Kimberley’s passion is it to connect people to the Kimberley, increase cultural awareness, to promote sustainable tourism and to share the world’s oldest living culture through unforgettable experiences.

Offering one day explorer tours and overnight adventure safaris all year round, Air Kimberley’s highly experienced pilots are additionally trained as tour guides to provide a comprehensive and informative insight into the stunning Kimberley landscape. In collaboration with their tour partners, Air Kimberley offers a diverse and unique choice of tour itineraries which include air, land and sea safari tours with authentic on country experiences visiting many destinations.

With a diverse fleet of well-maintained aircraft including the Cessna 208 Grand Caravan, Piper Chieftain PA-31, GippsAero GA8 Airvan, Cessna 210, 206, 207 and 182, our fleet provides the flexibility and reliability to provide efficient on-time charter and scenic services to remote destinations. Combined with safety and comfort, every flight with Air Kimberley is an exceptional guest experience

Activities

  • Birdwatching
  • Hiking
  • Walks

Tags

  • Adventure
  • Beaches & Surf
  • Family
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Sports

Accreditations

  • Civil Aviation Safety Authority
  • Climate Action Leader Certified by Ecotourism Australia
  • ECO Certified (Nature Tourism) by Ecotourism Australia
  • Quality Tourism Accreditation
  • Sustainable Tourism Accreditation by ATIC

Memberships

  • Gay and Lesbian Tourism Australia (GALTA)
  • Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
  • Visitor Information Centre
  • WAITOC Associates
  • WA – Australia's North West Tourism

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