Drysdale River Station -Contact

SCENIC FLIGHTS and DAY TRIPS
Departing Drysdale daily.

For over 30 years, during each dry season (from approximately May to the end of August),
there has been a plane based at Drysdale River Station offering unforgettable flight excursions.
These excursions are operated by Air Kimberley and include
the following DR1, DR2 and DR3 trip options
All bookings are taken by Air Kimberley. For further booking information including prices please visit Air Kimberley’s website, just click on the link in above photo.

Seat prices depend on booking numbers; if you advance book, we will do our very best to get the best possible price by filling the plane, therefore allowing a reduced seat price for all.

Flight Plans on offer include:

(DR1) - PRINCE REGENT and MITCHELL FALLS EXPLORER; view magnificent
Kimberley coastline and islands (there are photos below on this page).
Available 9am, and 1pm daily ( approx. 2 hr flight) from Drysdale River Station Airfield.

Take off from Drysdale River Station and fly over Mt Hann, track along the Prince
Regent River and descend to King Cascades, follow the river to St George Basin
and the striking Mt Trafalgar and Mt Waterloo.
Traversing Prince Frederick Harbour we overfly the many islands stretching across
the bay. Past Naturalist Island and the majestic Indian Head, travel the Hunter River
and circuit over the sheer Donkin Hills Falls.
Then on to circle over the iconic Mitchell River Falls with ample opportunity to capture
a perfect photograph. Departing the Falls we track south-east back to Drysdale River
Station. Total flight time 2 hours in the air.

(DR 2)- MITCHELL FALLS WILDERNESS DAY TREK (DAY TOUR)
(there are photos below on this page).
Includes FLY (direct) / 4WD TRANSFER / GUIDED HIKE / LUNCH / HELICOPTER TRANSFER.
Available 7am daily from Drysdale River Station airfield.
MAY to AUGUST.
This tour is designed for visitors who are interested in experiencing the Mitchell Falls
on the ground. (Fitness is required for this 4.5km hike)
Departs Drysdale River Station at 7am for the 35 minute direct flight to Mitchell Plateau
airfield and 4WD transfer to the start of the Punamii-unpuu Hiking Trail. First stop on the
walk is the picturesque Little Merten Falls with its refreshing rock pools and
stunning gallery of Gwion Gwion artwork immediately below.
Next destination is Big Merten Falls and its awesome vista to the gorge beyond.
The Mitchell River crossing is a great place for a swim before finding the perfect
rock ledge to enjoy your picnic lunch with the majestic Mitchell Falls in full view.
After ample time to explore we head for the Falls helicopter base to board our heli
taxi back to the campground, including a loop around the Falls. The 30 minute 4WD journey
brings us back to the airfield. Another 35 minute flight brings us back to Drysdale River Station.

(DR3) MITCHELL FALLS OVERNIGHT SAFARI (Luxury Stay & Guided Touring)
7am departure on day one. Returns to Drysdale at approx. 12.15 pm on day two.
SCENIC FLIGHT / 4WD / GUIDED HIKE / HELI / OVERNIGHT STAY / ALL MEALS
Direct flight one way and Coastal scenic air transfer the other way, 4WD to/from National Park,
escorted hike to Merten Falls, Rock Art sites, Mitchell Falls, Helicopter transfer one way. Luxury
tented accommodation with ensuite. All meals included. (Fitness is required for this 4.5 km hike)
This tour is the ultimate combination of luxury and adventure.

We depart Drysdale River Station at 7am for the direct 35 min flight to Mitchell Plateau.
Arriving at the Mitchell Plateau airfield we take a 4WD transfer to the start of the Punamii-unpuu
Hiking Trail and experience an informative guided walk to the Falls with snacks and drinks provided at picturesque rest stops along the trail.
Explore the Mitchell Falls and rock pools and enjoy a packed picnic lunch.
Take an exhilarating helicopter flight, including a circuit over the Falls.
Your guide will then transfer you to the spectacular Mitchell Falls Wilderness Lodge, for a swim or relaxation at Camp Creek, dinner and luxury tented en suite accommodation overnight.

On day 2, after breakfast depart at 10am to transfer to Mitchell Plateau airfield.
At 10.45am we depart Mitchell Plateau airfield and first orbit the magnificent Mitchell River Falls then enjoy the 1.5 hr coastal scenic flight (as per DR1 flight path).
Enroute view the Hunter River, Donkin Hill Falls, Prince Frederick Harbour, Mt Trafalgar and Mount Waterloo, King Cascades, Prince Regent River and Mt Hann.
Arriving back at Drysdale approx.12.15 pm.
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Some of the attractions seen flight plan.

Mount Hann	Headwaters of the Prince Regent River
Distant view, mouth of the Prince Regent River	Mount Waterloo and Mount Trafalgar
The Merten and Mitchell Falls	Roe River Entrance
King Cascades	Donkin Hill Falls