Top 25 Bucket List Things to do in the Kimberley, Western Australia

Continue reading for each of the top Aussie Bucket List experiences that you must see and do when travelling to The Kimberley region of Western Australia.

ABOUT DESTINATION

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LOCATION

The Kimberley Region is located in the far north of Western Australia, spanning from Broome on the west coast across to Kununurra on the north-eastern side of the state.

CLIMATE

The climate in the Kimberley is considered defined by two distinct seasons, the wet season and the dry, with temperatures only varying slightly from month to month. Days are generally warm and balmy, with evenings becoming slightly cooler. During the summer months there is generally higher rainfall than the winter months, with afternoon storms and occasional tropical cyclones.

The dry season runs from around May through to October, with day time temperatures ranging between 20 to 30 degrees celsius.

The wet season runs from November to April, with frequent afternoon lightening storms, heavy rainfall and a balmy climate with daytime temperatures in the high 20's to mid 30 degrees celsius.

HOW TO GET HERE

There are two main airports in the Kimberley region. Broome Airport is located on the west coast, with frequent flights from Perth, and Kununurra located to the eastern side of the region. Broome is a two and a half hour flight from Perth and Kununurra three to three and a half hours from Perth.

To access the Kimberley's by car, keep in mind that the main thoroughfare, the Gibb River Road, is closed throughout the wet season. 

TOP Aussie BUCKET LIST EXPERIENCES

1 - Emma Gorge

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Emma Gorge is one of the Kimberley’s most spectacular and accessible gorges, set in the one-million-acre wilderness of El Questro. Enjoy the cool shade and dramatic beauty of its sheer 65-metre cliffs as you take a refreshing dip under the graceful droplet waterfall.

To reach Emma Gorge, it’s just a 50-minute drive from Kununurra via the epic Gibb River Road – one of Australia's most unique four wheel drive adventures. Access is between May and September (dry season) and transfers are available from Kununurra if you don’t have a four wheel drive.

Join local guides or take a self-guided hike on the Emma Gorge Walk Trail into the rugged red Cockburn Ranges. Within one hour you’ll find yourself beside the tranquil pool of Emma Gorge. Fed by a droplet waterfall and a thermal spring, it’s impossible to resist a swim in the crystal clear water.

For further information and to add Emma Gorge to your Aussie Bucket List, see HERE.

2 - Echidna Chasm

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Echidna Chasm is a must-see Aussie Bucket List destination when visiting Purnululu National Park (the Bungle Bungles) in the Kimberley region of Western Australia.

We recognise and acknowledge Gija and Jaru people as the traditional owners of Purnululu National Park.

The Echidna Chasm walking trail is 2km return from the Echidna Chasm carpark. This natural wonder has steep-sided gorge walls up to 200 metres in height, and just a metre wide in places. Echinda Chasm features spectacular prehistoric Livistona palms and with the gorge walls exhibiting bright, ever-changing colours throughout the day.

For further information and to add Echidna Chasm to your Aussie Bucket List, see HERE.

3 - Cathedral Gorge

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The moderate 4-kilometre return Cathedral Gorge walk trail is located in Cathedral Gorge, an astonishing geological formation with amazing acoustics, located within the ranges of Purnululu National Park or the Bungle Bungle Ranges. The Top Trail features unusual bee-hive striped formations and deep gorges, making it one-of-the most fascinating geological landmarks and one-of-two World-Heritage sites in Western Australia.

To enter the Bungles requires a 2-to-3-hour, 52-kilometres, four-wheel-drive journey or a flight in by helicopter or small plane. The Bungles are a hub of walks including Mini Palms, Echidna Chasm, Piccaninny Creek and Cathedral Gorge (including Beehives walk). From Piccaninny carpark, the walk winds its way through the iconic bee-hives, heading down between two walls of rock before opening up into Cathedral Gorge.

Water pounding through here in the wet-season has created a huge amphitheatre of red rock with a pool of water in the middle (bring a wide-angle lens for your camera). The acoustics are so good that music has been played within the gorge.

On the return journey to the carpark, be sure to take the alternative route through the bee-hives. Tourists are advised to check for alerts and road/park closures before commencing their travel on www.emergency.wa.gov.au and https://alerts.dbca.wa.gov.au   

For further information and to add Cathedral Gorge to your Aussie Bucket List, see HERE.

4 - Zebedee Springs

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A soothing soak awaits you at Zebedee Springs when you make the short walk through the pre-historic forest of Livistona and pandanus palms to a series of inviting thermal pools and waterfalls. It’s one of many extraordinary rewards to be found when exploring the one-million-acre wilderness of El Questro.

To reach the springs and El Questro, you can drive the legendary Gibb River Road four wheel drive trail from Kununurra, book a transfer to the park by road or air from Kununurra, or join a guided tour. Access is between May and September (dry season). If you’re self-driving, Zebedee Springs is open from 7am to noon and it’s a 1.5 kilometre return walk from the carpark. Alternatively, a full or half-day guided tour will combine a relaxing dip in the thermal pools with a visit to some of the wilderness park’s other natural attractions.

Book a luxury suite at the Homestead, a tented cabin at Emma Gorge, or a family room or camping site at the station and you can end your day under an El Questro wilderness night sky filled with stars.

An El Questro Visitor Permit is required for each adult. Children 12 years old and under are complimentary. Check the El Questro website for the most up to date information.

For further information and to add Zebedee Springs to your Aussie Bucket List, see HERE.

5 - Tunnel Creek Walk

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A visit to the Tunnel Creek National Park is a truly unique experience that you must include on your Kimberley itinerary. It is close to Windjana Gorge, allowing you to see both landmarks in one day.

Tunnel Creek contains Western Australia’s oldest cave system. Walk through the 750-metre tunnel which takes you from one side of the Napier Range to the other. Look out for the many bats, fish and freshwater crocodiles that live in the cave. You will get to see little waterfalls coming over the ledges on the sides and huge stalactites dangling from the ceilings. It is not far off the beaten track, and you don’t need a four wheel drive to get there, but you do need a torch!

The Tunnel Creek National Park is half way between Derby and Fitzroy Crossing. Allow at least two hours to get there from either direction. Flights run between Perth and Broome, Derby or Kununurra. Drive yourself or join one of the many fantastic overland tour groups visiting the area.

Entry is restricted during the wet season. Tourists are advised to check for alerts and road/park closures before commencing their travel on www.emergency.wa.gov.au and https://alerts.dbca.wa.gov.au

For further information and to add Tunnel Creek Walk to your Aussie Bucket List, see HERE.

6 - Bell Gorge

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Beautiful Bell Gorge, with its stunning waterfall, bushwalking and birdwatching, lies within the Kimberley's rugged King Leopold Range Conservation Park. During the wet season great volumes of water cascade down the waterfall, making it the perfect place for a refreshing swim. Make sure you bring your camera as Bell Gorge is one of the most picturesque and scenic gorges in the Kimberley. The folded rock formations were millions of years in the making.

You can go camping not far from the gorge - this is pristine wilderness at its best. There's a one kilometre path from the campground and carpark to the gorge. Bell Gorge is about an hour's drive off the Gibb River Road four-wheel drive track east of Derby. Tourists are advised to check for alerts and road/park closures before commencing their travel on www.emergency.wa.gov.au and https://alerts.dbca.wa.gov.au.

For further information and to add Bell Gorge to your Aussie Bucket List, see HERE.

7 - Cape Leveque

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Cape Leveque is a must-see remote Bucket List destination located on the Dampier Peninsula in the Kimberley region of Western Australia.

Hit the red dirt road for a four wheel drive adventure to remote Cape Leveque on the tip of the Dampier Peninsula north of Broome. This rugged and pristine slice of the Kimberley is famous for its Aboriginal heritage which continues to thrive. Equally famous are the striking colours of the landscape where dramatic red-rock cliffs meet bone-white sand and clear turquoise water.

The area is popular for swimming, snorkelling, boating and whale watching. The fishing is world class - throw in a line from the side of a boat to catch mackerel, tuna, cobia and sailfish. You can learn more about Aboriginal culture on bush-tucker, tag-along and mud crabbing tours.

Accommodation at Cape Leveque ranges from camping and beach shacks to fully equipped safari tents with decking overlooking the sea. The trip from Broome usually takes around three and a half hours in a four wheel drive on an unsealed road which is sometimes closed during the wet season. You can also reach Cape Leveque by booking a four wheel drive day trip from Broome, or enjoy a scenic flight over the area for a bird's eye view.

For further information and to add Cape Leveque to your Aussie Bucket List, see HERE.

8 - Windjana Gorge

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Windjana Gorge National Park in the Kimberley region offers stunning bushwalking through the outback wilderness. Rated as one of the most beautiful of all the gorges in this frontier region, Windjana is rich in vegetation and wildlife. The walls of Windjana Gorge rise up from floodplain of Lennard River, reaching 100 metres high in places. See how the power of Mother Nature which carved out the gorge over hundreds of millions of years.

A three-and-a-half kilometre easy walking trail winds through the gorge – you’ll see primeval life forms fossilised within the gorge walls. Keep an eye out for birds, fruit bats and fresh water crocodiles.

Windjana Gorge National Park is about a two hour drive from Derby and is best visited during the mild weather conditions between May and September. Camping in Western Australia's natural areas is a special experience. Selected campgrounds from across the state are now bookable online for a trial period. Tourists are advised to check for alerts and road/park closures before commencing their travel on www.emergency.wa.gov.au and https://alerts.dbca.wa.gov.au

For further information and to add Windjana Gorge to your Aussie Bucket List, see HERE.

9 - The Grotto

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The Grotto is a magnificent gorge that provides a picturesque and safe swimming spot. The 120 metre cliff face drops into the water and becomes a spectacular waterfall during the wet season. Swim in the still refreshing waters of this natural chasm and watch as the daring local children swing from the Tarzan rope across the water. The sound of laughter, splashing water and the occasional birdcall is all that can be heard at this secluded tranquil location.

Capture the impressive view down into the gorge on camera before climbing carefully down the 140 steps that lead into the Grotto. Whilst the descent looks steep, the placement of the stairs has made the walk fairly easy. The Grotto is a popular picnic spot. With the lush surrounding greenery, towering cliff face and the sparkling clear water, it is a picturesque location worthy of a visit.

The Grotto is a short 20 minute drive from the historic port town of Wyndham and just under an hour from Kununurra. Visitors can take a three hour flight from Perth to Kununurra.

For further information and to add The Grotto to your Aussie Bucket List, see HERE.

10 - Mitchell Falls

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The Mitchell Plateau is a true wilderness adventure with jaw-dropping panoramas of wild escarpments, tropical rainforests and the thundering four-tiered falls known as Mitchell Falls - reached via the Mitchell Plateau and a 6 kilometre hike from the camping ground. Extend your adventure, following the trail to Little Mertens Falls and Big Mertens Falls.

If you’re seeking a four wheel drive (4WD) challenge, take a detour off the Gibb River Road on Kalumburu Road heading north to Drysdale River Station and the Mitchell Plateau (dry season only). Guided 4WD tours are also available, or for a quicker and easier route, take a scenic flight from Kununurra, Broome or the Mitchell Falls Campground. Scenic flights run year round and often touch down, giving you the opportunity to hike the trail, enjoy a refreshing swim and explore the forests that support an incredible variety of mammal, bird and reptile species.

On guided tours see the Gyorn Gyorn Paintings (also known as the Bradshaws). Believed to be 60,000 years old – among the earliest figurative paintings ever made. Wunambal Gaambera people are the Traditional Owners of the Ngauwudu (Mitchell Plateau) and surrounding country over which they have Exclusive Possession Native Title.

For further information and to add Mitchell Falls to your Aussie Bucket List, see HERE.

11 - Lake Argyle

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Cruise or fish the expansive, wildlife-rich waters of Lake Argyle, near Kununurra, the biggest man-made lake in the southern hemisphere. Created by the Ord River Dam, it's classified as an inland sea and at its peak in the green season Lake Argyle holds a staggering 32 million cubic metres of water. That's more than 20 times the size of Sydney Harbour. You can take the leisurely 40 minute drive from Kununurra to Lake Argyle's shores, but the best way to appreciate its enormity is to hop on a scenic flight - you can even go by float plane and land on the lake!

A wildlife cruise of the lake's shoreline and islands will give you close encounters with an incredible variety of native fauna, from fresh water crocodiles, fish and wallabies (looks like a small kangaroo) to more than 240 species of birds - almost one third of Australia's total known species. For a long, lazy lunch and a little wildlife spotting, head for the picnic area at the base of the dam wall. Or, if you're feeling more energetic, hit the network of bush walking trails and enjoy the scenery and tranquility of Lake Argyle at your own pace.

For further information and to add Lake Argyle to your Aussie Bucket List, see HERE.

12 - Manning Gorge

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To immerse yourself in Aboriginal history and to camp under a star-filled outback sky, visit Manning Gorge located off the Gibb River Road in the Kimberley region. This stunning gorge offers camping by the tranquil pools of the Manning River. Go bush-walking, take your time to explore Aboriginal rock art, then go for a refreshing swim in the pool near the falls. The falls are at their best between May and July after the wet season.

The Kupungari Aboriginal Community welcomes visitors to Manning Gorge and maintains the camping area. Manning Gorge is accessible only by four wheel drive and is around 300 kilometres north east of Derby near Mount Barnett. There’s a fully equipped store and roadhouse at Mount Barnett where camp fees are paid.

For further information and to add Manning Gorge to your Aussie Bucket List, see HERE.

13 - King George Falls

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The 100-metre twin waterfalls of King George Falls is one of Western Australia’s most astounding spectacles and its highest twin falls. As it plunges over soaring red sandstone cliffs into tidal waters, you can take an invigorating freshwater shower at its base on a cruise boat, or view this 2,000 million year-old wilderness coast from the air.

Due to its remote location, a cruise to the King George River gorge or a scenic flight over the north Kimberley coast are the only ways to access King George Falls. Flights depart from Broome and Kununurra, and cruises are available from Kununurra. April and May are the best times to visit, when the falls are thundering after good rains. Along the way, you’ll also get to witness the untouched beauty of one of the last true wilderness coasts on Earth, including the 1,000 tiny islands and secluded beaches of the pristine Buccaneer Archipelago.

For further information and to add King George Falls to your Aussie Bucket List, see HERE.

14 - Ivanhoe Crossing

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Ivanhoe Crossing is a causeway built over the mighty Ord River – and beware, this is salt water crocodile country! Snare an elusive barra from a boat on the river, and keep an eye out for crocs which trawl just beneath the water. You might even see one sunbaking on the river banks.

Ivanhoe Crossing is where the locals go fishing. It was once part of the main road to Wyndham, but was flooded after the start of the Ord Irrigation Scheme in the 1960s. Water flows over Ivanhoe Crossing year round and during the wet season the water level is too high for vehicles to pass.

Standing on the Crossing to go fishing is not recommended due to the crocodiles. Ivanhoe Crossing is about a 10 minute drive from Kununurra in the east of the Kimberley region of Western Australia.

For further information and to add Ivanhoe Crossing to your Aussie Bucket List, see HERE.

16 - Horizontal Falls

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Horizontal Waterfalls is a must-see Bucket List attraction located north of Broome in the Kimberley region of Western Australia.

There are two horizontal waterfalls in Western Australia and both can be found in Talbot Bay in the Buccaneer Archipelago in Australia's North West. The white waters are thrilling to ride by boat and awe-inspiring to view from the air. Join a scenic flight or sea safari to the Horizontal Waterfalls from Kooljaman in Cape Leveque, Broome or Derby to see and experience it for yourself.

So, what makes the water fall sideways? These incredible natural wonders are the work of some of the largest tidal movements in the world. As the tide ebbs and flows, a huge volume of water is forced through two narrow cliff passages, creating a variation in ocean level of up to four metres and a unique waterfall effect. You'll need to base yourself in the Kimberley towns of Broome or Derby, both of which offer a good range of accommodation options and a choice of relaxed or adrenalin-fuelled Horizontal Waterfalls tours.

For further information and to add Horizontal Falls to your Aussie Bucket List, see HERE.

17 - Galvans Gorge

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Galvans Gorge is the most accessible gorge along the legendary Gibb River Road in the Kimberley, located just 14km from the Mount Barnett Roadhouse. The gorge is an ideal rest stop for a refreshing dip. It’s a short bushwalk, passing a tranquil waterlily-filled waterway, to reach the inviting plunge pool framed by granite outcrops and fed by a waterfall.

The gorge lies just one kilometre off the Gibb River Road – a 660-kilometre four-wheel-drive trail originally built for droving cattle between Wyndham and Derby. The road is only accessible in the dry season, between May and October, and this picturesque rest stop is conveniently located between the overnight stops at Mount Hart Homestead and Manning Gorge.

It’s been a popular place to visit for many thousands of years, as you’ll discover if you look closely at the rock walls beside the main pool where ancient Wandjina rock art can be found. Sit on the rocks directly beneath the falls and enjoy an invigorating back massage before hitting the trail to reach your next destination,

For further information and to add Galvans Gorge to your Aussie Bucket List, see HERE.

18 - Cockburn Ranges Lookout

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See the majestic orange cliffs of Cockburn Range in the Kimberley on a four wheel driving trip along the Gibb River Road, between the Great Northern Highway and the Pentecost River. Imposing and spectacular views are also on offer from the highway into Wyndham. The Cockburn Range is shaped like a vast round fortress and rises more than 600 metres above the plains. From a distance, there’s no hint of the deep gorges and permanent pools which lie hidden within.

Cockburn Range sits entirely on land owned by El Questro Wilderness Park. El Questro offers trips to the range or there are other private bushwalking tours available. A scenic flight affords another amazing view. Cockburn Range is about a 1 hour drive from Kununurra in the Kimberley.

For further information and to add Cockburn Ranges Lookout to your Aussie Bucket List, see HERE

19 - China Wall

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The China Wall is a natural white stone wall which looks just like a miniature ‘Great Wall of China’. It is located just outside of the town of Halls Creek and is a great stop off for a picnic lunch. Enjoy a swim in the shady stream below before exploring this interesting limestone formation, which features a vein of white quartz. The wall rises from the creek and up over the hill. You can see it in the distance as it winds its way over the rugged landscape for 15 kilometres. It has a beautiful outlook and certainly makes an interesting photograph.

Halls Creek is a 7 hour drive from Broome and a 4 hour drive from Kununurra. Old Halls Creek is a 15 minute drive from the new township. Camping is available at the Old Halls Creek and it is a popular overnight stop midway between Derby and Kununurra.

For further information and to add the China Wall to your Aussie Bucket List, see HERE.

20 - Gibb River Road

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The legendary Gibb River Road Top Trail is an icon of outback adventure through the heart of the Kimberley in Western Australia’s North West. The moderate 660 kilometre dirt track passes through remote station country with magnificent scenery and plenty of opportunities to get out of your vehicle to discover one of the many fresh water gorges.

The Gibb, as it is affectionately known, was built for droving cattle from Wyndham to Derby. Today it caters for a steady stream of four wheel drive vehicles. Trail signage varies as the area remains privately owned by cattle stations and Aboriginal communities. Every station has a range of beautiful rivers and gorges including: El Questro Station – Chamberlain and Emma Gorges, Mount Barnett Station – Manning Gorge Waterfall Walk, King Leopold Conservation Park – Bell Gorge, Gibb River Station – Barnett River Gorge and Mornington Wilderness Park – Diamond Gorge & Sir John Gorge.

Beware of the fresh and salt water crocodiles. The estuarine crocs inhabit the rivers that meet the sea such as the Durack and Pentecost, whilst the fresh water variety inhabit the likes of the Manning and Barnett.

For further information and to add Gibb River Road to your Aussie Bucket List, see HERE.

21 - Kings Cascades

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King Cascades are a must-see Bucket List attraction when visiting the Kimberley region of Western Australia, only accessible by a scenic cruise or scenic flight.

A waterfall moment at the beautiful King Cascades is one of the highlights of a Kimberley coastal cruise through one of the last untouched wilderness areas on Earth. Located on the Prince Regent River in the Kimberley, King Cascades can be accessed by joining a cruise from Broome, Wyndham or some of the remote luxury coastal camps that dot the north Kimberley coast. Scenic flights from Broome, Kununurra, outback stations and wilderness retreats may also include a visit to the Prince Regent River region.

Take a moment to watch the mesmerising spectacle of fresh water cascading over the ancient terraced rock formations and, if you choose to cruise, don’t miss the opportunity to snap a photo standing on the front deck of the boat as you take a refreshing shower under the falls. You can also take a walk and make the climb above the falls for a dip in the natural swimming pool, surrounded by lush ferns and the sounds of nature – Prince Regent River provides a haven for more than half of the Kimberley's native mammal and bird species.

For further information and to add Kings Cascades to your Aussie Bucket List, see HERE.

22 - Staircase to the Moon Night Market

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The Staircase to the Moon Night Market is a bucket list attraction located in the heart of Broome, Western Australia. The Staircase to the Moon is a natural phenomenon observed in Broome Western Australia between April and October only. It is caused by the rising of a full moon reflecting on the exposed mudflats at extremely low tide creating a beautiful optical illusion of a staircase reaching up to the moon.

The Staircase Markets are held at the Town Beach Reserve on Robinson Street over the two nights of the full moon May – October. Wander around the colourful local stalls under the stars, sample the tastes of Broome cuisine, listen to local live music and take in the spectacular Staircase to the Moon. 

Bring the family and enjoy a meal on the grass - burgers, pizza, Thai, laksa, satays, fish and chips, Egyptian food/kebabs/falafels, Chinese, Greek, fruit smoothies, ice cream, donuts, hot dogs, coffee and more. There will be stalls with jewellery, craft, clothing, confectionery, local mango products, soaps, incense, candles, photography, homewares and more can be perused at a leisurely pace in the cool evening.

Thursday Night Markets are held at the Town Beach Reserve on Robinson Street every Thursday night from from June to September. Enjoy local cuisine, live music and a variety of local stallholders.

For further information and to add the Staircase to the Moon to your Aussie Bucket List, see HERE.

23 - Gantheaume Point

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Walk in the footsteps of dinosaurs at Gantheaume Point, near Broome. Here, preserved in the reef rock for over 125 million years, are the footprints of long-extinct dinosaurs and a few plant fossils too, making it one of the best paleontological sites in the world.

Situated just five minutes drive from Broome, the footprints are only visible at low tide. However, you can view plaster casts of the dinosaur tracks embedded at the top of the cliff if the tide is high. Check tide times at the visitor centre in Broome before your head out to the point.

Just a short stroll to the northern side of Gantheaume Point and you'll find a touching piece of local history at Anastasia's Pool. This natural spa pool was lovingly modified by one of the early lighthouse keepers, making its therapeutic warm water easily accessible for his wife, who suffered terribly with arthritis.

The most thrilling way to reach Gantheaume Point is by zooming across the mudflats of Roebuck Bay on a hovercraft tour from Broome, then taking a guided walk among ancient footprints. Along the way, you can view coastal scenery, where red cliffs meet the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean.

For further information and to add Gantheaume Point to your Aussie Bucket List, see HERE.

24 - Cable Beach

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Cable Beach is a must-see Bucket List destination located off the coast of Broome in the north of Western Australia.

Broome's Cable Beach is justifiably world famous for its 22 kilometres of sun-kissed white sand, turquoise water and spectacular Indian Ocean sunsets. But what really gives it a top spot on the must-do list is the experience of taking in all its tropical splendour from the seat of a camel train. With flights direct from Perth, Melbourne and Sydney all year round and connecting flights from all other Australian capital cities, you can get to Cable Beach in just a short eight-minute drive or bus trip from the township of Broome.

The beach is very much a part of Broome's history, earning its name from the telegraph cable laid between Broome and Java in 1889, connecting Australia's North West with the world. Word of this beauty spot has travelled far since then, but it's still possible to find your own secluded slice of paradise.

Stay at one of the resorts near Cable Beach or just visit for the day from Broome. Take a swim, hop on a boat cruise or just sit and take in one of the best ocean sunsets in Australia.

For further information and to add Cable Beach to your Aussie Bucket List, see HERE.

25 - Roebuck Bay

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Roebuck Bay is one of Broome’s most beautiful natural attractions. The changing colours in the ebb and flow of Roebuck Bay are amazing. At low tide, the milky turquoise waters retreat to expose a horizon of mud flats. During the cooler months you can witness the Staircase to the Moon. This spectacular natural phenomenon is created the rising of a full moon reflecting off the tidal flats of Roebuck Bay. The bay is also home to some incredible wildlife including hundreds of birds, making it popular for bird watching.

Roebuck Bay was named after explorer William Dampier’s vessel by the crew of the HMS Beagle who visited the bay in 1840. Roebuck Bay surrounds the town of Broome and is easily accessible by car, or tour. 

For further information and to add Roebuck Bay to your Aussie Bucket List, see HERE.

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