WARMUN AIR TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Soar over Purnululu: Helicopter views of the Bungle Bungle domes, a Cathedral Gorge walk and a night at Bungle Bungle Savannah Lodge
A 1.5-day experience from Warmun that pairs a 45-minute helicopter flight over Purnululu’s red-rock gorges with an optional guided walk into Cathedral Gorge and an overnight stay at the eco-accredited Bungle Bungle Savannah Lodge.
Soar over Purnululu: Helicopter views of the Bungle Bungle domes, a Cathedral Gorge walk and a night at Bungle Bungle Savannah Lodge.
Lift off from Warmun and glide over the Osmand Range into the World Heritage–bordering Purnululu Conservation Area, taking in red rock gorges, banded sandstone domes and pockets of Livistona palms clinging to rocky gullies.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A 45-minute helicopter circuit over Purnululu
The flight delivers sweeping aerial perspectives of red rock gorges and the Western Wall, putting the scale and texture of the landscape into instant focus.
Horseshoe Valley, Piccaninny and Deep Gorge up close
From the air you’ll spot Horseshoe Valley, Piccaninny Gorge, Deep Gorge and Y Gorge—distinct formations that define Purnululu’s banded sandstone topography.
Optional guided walk into Cathedral Gorge and overnight comforts
Guests may add a guided, moderate walk into Cathedral Gorge that includes refreshments and lunch; an overnight option is available at the eco-accredited Bungle Bungle Savannah Lodge with pool, outdoor fire and a licensed bar on a dinner, bed and breakfast package.
What the day feels like
What the trip feels like
The rhythm is simple: meet in Warmun, lift off and cross the Osmand Range for uninterrupted aerial views of Purnululu’s gorges and domes, then descend to the rock for an optional guided walk into Cathedral Gorge—an approachable, moderate route that includes refreshments and lunch—and, for those who choose, a night at the nearby eco-accredited lodge with basic guest amenities and communal spaces.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this experience suits — and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The offering is a 1.5-day tour overall, with a 45-minute helicopter flight as the aerial component.
The guided Cathedral Gorge walk includes refreshments and lunch; the overnight option at Bungle Bungle Savannah Lodge is sold on a dinner, bed and breakfast package and features a pool, outdoor fire and licensed bar.
Flights lift off from Warmun to access the World Heritage–bordering Purnululu Conservation Area.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the helicopter flight?
The aerial component is a 45-minute flight.
What is the total tour duration?
The experience is offered as a 1.5-day tour.
Where does the trip depart from?
The flight departs from Warmun.
Is there a walk included?
Guests may add an optional guided walk into Cathedral Gorge; it is described as a moderate walk and includes refreshments and lunch.
Is an overnight stay available?
Yes — an overnight option is available at the eco-accredited Bungle Bungle Savannah Lodge on a dinner, bed and breakfast package, with a pool, outdoor fire and licensed bar.
What landscapes will we see from the air?
The flight provides views of the Osmand Range, the Western Wall, Horseshoe Valley, Piccaninny Gorge, Deep Gorge, Y Gorge and pockets of Livistona palms in rocky gorges.