El Questro Homestead
Tours & Activities within the El Questro Valley
Chamberlain Gorge
Zebedee Springs
Champagne Falls
Amalia Gorge
El Questro Homestead offers a range of activities included in the Homestead tariff. Charges apply for other tours and activities. Please note that guests may pre-request tours and activities during their stay and that minimum and maximum numbers may apply.
All tours and activities are subject to availability, may change due to weather conditions and timings are approximate. Some of these tours and activities are complimentary to El Questro Homestead Guests (as they are included in the El Questro Homestead tariff - indicated by *)
For all activities involving walking we suggest that you will need a reasonable level of fitness and wear appropriate, comfortable footwear to undertake these activities. If in doubt, please check with our Rangers at the property.
Chamberlain Gorge Cruise
Boating the Chamberlain Gorge is a must, a 3km fresh waterhole bound by diverse flora and fauna, and belittled by a towering escarpment. The Gorge can only be accessed by boat. Enjoy champagne as you take in the breathtaking scenery. Ask your Ranger about the cheeky Archer Fish you can feed. This is a 2.5 hour tour.
*This tour is included in the El Questro Homestead tariff.
Bush Tucker & El Questro History Tour
Learn about the culinary delights of the Aboriginal people and the foods they have survived on for thousands of years. This tour will give you an insight into the pioneering heritage and former characters of El Questro Station, as it was when it began as a working cattle station, right through to the current status of the Wilderness Park. This is a 2.5 hour tour.
*This tour is included in the El Questro Homestead tariff.
Bird Watching Tour
Join an El Questro Ranger on an early morning drive and walk. The locations will vary depending on the Ranger and conditions of the day. You may just spot a pair of dancing Brolgas or some colourful Rainbow Bee-eaters. Includes binoculars, local species list and guide.
2 hour tour.
*This tour is included in the El Questro Homestead tariff.
Zebedee Thermal Springs
5.30am - 12.00pm and *2.30pm - 5.30pm
*Exclusive use offered to El Questro Homestead guests only between 2.30pm & 5.30pm.
A short walk through dense tropical vegetation, known as vine thicket, takes you to a series of thermal pools. Thermal water consistently rises from deep beneath the earth's tectonic plates travelling from as far as New Guinea.
Private thermal pools are hidden amongst sheer cliffs and ancient Livistonia Palms. Zebedee is an oasis, a natural day spa, which is perfect for relaxing after a gorge trek or a horse ride. You'll be intoxicated by the thermal waters, as you watch the butterflies dance amongst the palms.
*This tour is included in the El Questro Homestead tariff.
Amalia Gorge
8.00am - 12.00pm
Amalia Gorge is more of a steep-sided valley, than a narrow gorge system, offering spectacular views and a deep plunge pool at the end of the trail. The trail is a challenging and adventurous experience. We recommend you take this walk in the early morning, as it can become very hot later in the day.
*This tour is included in the El Questro Homestead tariff.
El Questro Gorge
8.00am - 12.00pm (Half Way Pool)
This trail passes along a deep, narrow gorge, flanked by sheer cliffs. It features clear pools and lush tropical vegetation. The rainforest canopy encourages a diverse ecosystem, which thrives in perfect conditions. The first half of this track is along moist sandy and rocky terrain and is suitable for most walkers. It remains cool throughout the day due to the rainforest vegetation and the deep narrow topography of the gorge, although there are small sections that offer no shade.
*This tour is included in the El Questro Homestead tariff.
Champagne Springs Tour
7.30am - 1.30 pm and *7.30am - 11.30am (half way)
Champagne Springs is named after the thermal springs that bubble from deep inside the earth's interior and surface near the end of this walk within a lush, tropical, hidden valley. To the halfway point, the terrain is sandy and rocky, and most of the track is shaded.
*This tour is included in the El Questro Homestead tariff.
Guided Barramundi 4wd Fishing Tour
Test your skill (with a little local advice from the Rangers) and you may catch an elusive Barramundi! All Barramundi begin their lives as males, changing into females at 5 years old and about 60cm long. A legal minimum size limit applies and helps improve the average size of fish caught. A recommended maximum size limit will help protect large spawning females and benefit the angler by promoting the opportunity for the capture and release of 'trophy' Barramundi. Please check with your fishing guide regarding legal limits.This Homestead tour is 4 hours and conducted at Branco's fishing hole.
*This tour is included in the El Questro Homestead tariff.
Self-Drive Boats
Located at the Chamberlain River jetty are a number of small boats for hire. All boats are powered by small electronic motors and can seat 4 adults. Remember to bring a fishing rod and lure for the journey. See the tour desk staff for details. For 5 hours, prices are charged per boat.
NOTE: El Questro Homestead guests have access to their own self-drive boat available from the Homestead.
El Questro Homestead is located on the Chamberlain River at a topographical location known as "The Big Hole". This area is 1.2kms long, and is inaccessible at either end, providing exclusive use for Homestead guests. An abundance of fish, turtles and freshwater crocodiles inhabit this section of the river.
Horse Rides
6.30am - 9.30am
Horse treks are a great way to observe all types of Kimberley wildlife. Recommended for experienced riders only, all horses used for trail rides are ex-stock horses, that are not suitable for inexperienced riders. Kimberley turf is particularly hard if you happen to leave your saddle!
*This tour is included in the El Questro Homestead tariff.
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