As a Kimberley Local, These Are My Top 5 Things to Do in the Kimberley

Because in the Kimberley, local knowledge goes a long way

Living in the Kimberley means being surrounded by some of the most extraordinary landscapes in Australia. Visitors often ask me what they really shouldn’t miss. Here are my top five, complete with insider tips and a few of my favourite local operators who help bring the Kimberley to life.

 

1. Watch a Sunset at Cable Beach, Broome

There’s nothing quite like a Broome sunset. The sky glows in a way I have never seen anywhere else, the whole beach just lights up. Whether you’re relaxing on the sand or watching the camels stroll by, it’s a Kimberley ritual that never gets old.

 

2. Take a Scenic Helicopter Flight with HeliSpirit

If you want to understand the Kimberley’s scale, you need to see it from the air. HeliSpirit is a multi-award winning helicopter company that offers scenic flights over some of the most iconic places in the Kimberley. Flying over the Bungle Bungle Range, Mitchell Falls or remote El Questro station; taking in the Kimberley from the air gives you a perspective you simply can’t get any other way. A helicopter flight is one of the most unforgettable ways to experience the region.

 

3. Explore the Bungle Bungles with Bungle Bungle Guided Tours

The beehive domes of Purnululu National Park are unlike anything else in the world. With Bungle Bungle Guided Tours, you get expert local guides who know the stories, geology and hidden corners of the park. Walking through Cathedral Gorge or Echidna Chasm with someone who truly understands the landscape makes the experience even more powerful.

And if you want to stay right in the heart of the park, Bungle Bungle Savannah Lodge offers a comfortable, ecofriendly base surrounded by nature. It’s one of the best ways to immerse yourself in the Kimberley’s remote beauty, and I promise you, the starry nights are something special.

 

4. Chase Waterfalls After the Wet Season

After the wet season, the Kimberley transforms. Waterfalls come to life, rivers swell and the landscape turns lush and green. If waterfalls are your thing, exploring the Mitchell Falls to Manning Gorge and King George Falls, will be just for you. Between March and June, this is the time to see the Kimberley at its most dramatic.

Pairing a waterfall adventure with a HeliSpirit flight is a once in a lifetime experience and it’s the easiest way to reach remote falls and see them in full flow.

 

5. Enjoy a Meal at The PumpHouse Restaurant

Traveling around the remote Kimberley, Kununurra will probably be one of the bigger towns you stop in. It’s a perfect place to stock up and reset before going out bush again. The PumpHouse Restaurant in Kununurra is in my opinion, the best place to watch the sunset over Lake Kununurra. Perched right over the water, enjoy fresh local produce and soak up the atmosphere. Whether you’re celebrating the end of a big adventure or just enjoying a relaxed evening, it’s a must visit. I would argue they do the best cocktails in the Kimberley.

 

So, there you have it, my top 5 things to do in the Kimberley. Someone will tell you something a bit different, but that’s the beauty of this place, there is something for everyone. If you are feeling a bit overwhelmed, take a look at the experiences on our website, we have partnered with best of the best to take the stress out of planning your once in a lifetime Kimberley trip.