8 Amazing Things To See On A Tour Of The Kimberley

Providing some of the richest, most breath-taking experiences in Australia, the Kimberley region is bursting with extraordinary beauty. Here are eight reasons why it’s quite like nowhere else on earth…

1. Windjana Gorge

The walls of Windjana Gorge are not only incredible at 90 metres tall, they also make up the home of freshwater crocodiles, which you can easily go in search of on a group tour. Less threatening than their saltwater cousins, these crocs can be spotted easily in the shallow waters of the gorge.

2. Tunnel Creek

You can spend an entire afternoon exploring the cave system of Tunnel Creek. At 750 metres, it’s bloody big! Your eyes are treated to stalactites, secret caverns and even wildlife while you get to learn about the legend of Jandamarra, an Aboriginal freedom fighter who hid in the tunnel in the late 19th century.

3. Lake Argyle

The largest freshwater manmade lake in Western Australia at 980 square kilometres, Lake Argyle is a stunning oasis that transformed the dry region of the Kimberley by providing relief from the heat, sunset cruises and an abundance of wildlife. There’s no doubt you can marvel at its blue waters for hours on end.

4. Bungle Bungles

The Bungle Bungles are just one of Australia’s many amazing rock formations, but they are one of the most intriguing. Shaped like beehives, these orange and black striped domes were created by rivers over a time of 20 million years, and were known only to locals until the 1980s, after which the area was given national park status.

5. Gibb River Road

This famous outback road is really quite something. It travels for 660km through the Kimberley, taking in some of the region’s best spots including Windjana Gorge, Mitchell Falls and El Questro National Park. Jump in a 4WD and see the best spots on a group tour.

6. Broome

This is the Kimberley’s most popular outback town, and the gateway to the region from the coast. A pearling town, Broome is blessed with beautiful sunsets on Cable Beach, camel rides, beachside cafes, ocean views and striking cliffs as it edges the Indian Ocean.

7. Mitchell Falls

Mitchell Falls are something like a domino effect in water. The stream cascades down four steep steps into a large pool perfect for swimming in. Completely formed by nature, you can see them up close with a hike or from a bird’s eye view in a helicopter.

8. Cape Leveque

On the tip of the Dampier Peninsular lies Cape Leveque, a remote area of beauty where waves wash up on red sand and the jagged rocks reflect the colour of the sunset. The ideal getaway for adventurous travellers, we challenge you to not climb the dramatic cliffs.

Plan your tour of the Kimberley region with Kimberley Wild, an independent and local tour company that visits all of these incredible spots and more. Visit www.kimberleywild.com.au to book your tour.