Drysdale River National Park is one of the least accessible national parks in Australia. There are no public roads, airstrips, or tracks, so it is a really appealing environment for the Notraces philosophy.   The Park is located in the North West corner of the remote West Kimberley. The Drysdale River flows through a pristine, untouched landscape forgotten by the modern world. This is the kingdom of nature. The Park showcases vast tracts of Kimberley wilderness and features open woodland, gorges, cliffs, waterfalls and the creeks of the Drysdale River. Over 600 species of plants are known to exist within the Park. About 30 of these are aquatic and swamp varieties. Various fauna within the Park include 100 species of birds, wallabies, bats, sugar gliders and saltwater crocodiles. The river is a succession of large lazy pools linked by long rapids. Hidden in space and time are the hypnotic Gwion Gwion figures, an ancient Aboriginal painting style describing a forgotten time of dancing and ceremonies.

Our 15-day exploration of the Solea Falls region begins with a landing on the Drysdale River. From there, we pick up our packs and embark on a journey of discovery. On day one,  we walk along the Drysdale River, eventually reaching a flat rock camp at the cooling water's edge. Here, you can try your hand at fishing or simply relax and soak in the majestic surroundings.

Over the next week, we will explore Lower Drysdale in search of exceptional cultural sites. As I like to say, if these very ancient  Rock Paintings had been painted in Europe, they would be known all over the world. They are a testimony of the past that should belong to humanity's world heritage, like the Chauvet and Lascaux caves in southern France.

During our transverse of the lands of the Ngarinyin and Miwa People, we pass through the magnificent natural landscapes of the Drysdale River,  its tributaries, rock formations and experience as it was to the first human 65,000 years ago. The Solea Falls are the highlight of this area. We will take our time to enjoy these spectacular falls and the serenity they offer fully.  Day 10 returns us near our first camp, where you can enjoy a rest day or come with me very early in the morning to pick up the food we left behind on day one.  On day 11, we continued our exploration, following the course of another tributary of the Drysdale River, and then returned to our starting point.

This is a rugged wilderness, and without the skill of a guide, getting lost in the labyrinth of ravines is a real possibility. That's where I come in. With my extensive knowledge of the area gained over the past 14 years, you can enjoy your walk, knowing that your safety and enjoyment are my top priorities.   If there's one region that's best explored with a guide, it's this one! ;)