Mitchell Falls Wilderness Day Trek
Mitchell Plateau | Punamii-unpuu Hiking Trail | Little Mertens Falls | Gwion Gwion Rock Art | Big Mertens Falls | Mitchell River | Mitchell Falls
DR2
Duration: Full Day Tour
Flight Time: 1.0 hours
Departure: Mon/Wed/Fri/Sun
What to Bring: Swimwear, Towel, Hat, Sunscreen, Hiking shoes, Sunglasses, Camera
Cape Leveque
Fly-over
Coastal return flight over the stunning red cliffs at Cape Leveque
Ardyaloon & Trochus Hatchery
Stop-over
Morning Tea, visit to Ardyaloon Trochus Hatchery and a swim at beautiful Jologo Beach.
Cockatoo & Koolan Islands
Fly-over
Koolan and Cockatoo Island, home to the world's richest iron ore deposits.
Buccaneer Archipelago
Fly-over
Home to 1,000 islands made of Precambrian sandstone over 2 billion years old.
Horizontal Waterfalls
Fly-over
Described by David Attenborough as the 8th Natural Wonder of the World.
Tour Highlights
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Get ready to immerse yourself in the breath-taking beauty of Mitchell Falls with our incredible ground tour designed for adventurous spirits! Lace up your hiking boots for a 4km expedition that promises unforgettable sights and experiences.
Your journey begins bright and early at 7.00AM as you depart from Drysdale River Station on a 35-minute flight to the Mitchell Plateau airfield. From there, hop into a rugged 4WD for a scenic transfer to the starting point of the renowned Punamii-unpuu hiking trail.
Your adventure kicks off with a visit to the enchanting Little Mertens Falls. Take a refreshing dip in the crystal-clear rock pools and admire the captivating Gwion Gwion rock art that adorns the cliffs below.
Continue your trek to the magnificent Big Mertens Falls, where you'll be greeted by the awe-inspiring views over the gorge. The Mitchell River crossing offers the perfect opportunity for a refreshing swim, and you’ll find the ideal rock ledge to savour a delicious picnic lunch, all while soaking in the stunning vistas of Mitchell Falls.
After exploring this natural paradise, it’s time to enjoy an exhilarating experience on a thrilling helicopter transfer, complete with a breath-taking loop around the majestic Mitchell Falls. Your adventure continues with a 30-minute 4WD journey back to the airfield, followed by a 35-minute scenic flight back to Drysdale River Station.
This is more than just a tour, it’s an unforgettable journey exploring one of Australia’s most spectacular landscapes. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity!