Kimberley Wilderness
Pristine yet rugged, the Kimberley coastline is made up of largely unexplored islands, unchartered waters and tidal lagoons. The beauty of the landscape is extraordinary, and is protected from land by inaccessible terrain and ancient river systems.
Over billions of years the Kimberley landscape has been sculpted by violent tropical storms and incessant tidal movements. A unique environment has been formed, like nothing else on the planet.
Kimberley Region Rivers and Waterfalls
The famous Horizontal Waterfalls of the Kimberley have been described as Eighth Wonder of the World. The King George River & Berkley River boasts magnificent waterfalls that tower hundreds of metres into the air.
The K2O delivers the ultimate luxury small boat cruising experience. A luxury catamaran with a shallow draft, the K2O is able to get right in close to the Kimberley coastline.
Aboriginal Rock Art
The largely untouched billion year old landscape harbours some of the oldest forms of art known to man. This includes sites of great significance including ancient Aboriginal art sites and the infamous “Bradshaw Paintings”.
These ancient paintings and their history pose questions on the exact origin of this remote and timeless land.
Visit sites of historical significance, many yet to be acknowledged and many more that remain uncharted. Gravesites of courageous pearl divers from bygone days, failed colonies of pioneer settlers and aircraft wrecks from both World Wars.
Witnessing these ancient and historical sites is a humbling and thought provoking experience.
Kimberley Region Wildlife
The Kimberley wildlife is as unusual as it is beautiful, with some species not found anywhere else in Western Australia. The elegant Jabiru and Brolga along with numerous other unusual varieties of birds provide hours of interest for even the most experienced twitcher.
The abundance of marine life includes the bounty of fresh seafood. Succulent Mud Crabs, large Black Lipped Oysters and a large variety of the finest reef fish are all to be found. The elusive Barramundi is a prized-catch and often features on the dinner plate.
Whether you are an experienced angler or just like dropping a line over the side, the Kimberley rates as some of the best fishing you may ever experience.
Other wildlife includes big colonies of Fruit Bats and a variety of marsupials. The Giant Green Turtle and migrating Whales are regular sightings during certain times of the season.
The Kimberley is home to some of the biggest Estuarine Saltwater Crocodiles. The sight of these ancient reptiles in the wild act as a gentle reminder that you really are experiencing an adventure of a lifetime.
Kimberley Region Maps and Weather
The Kimberley Region is a land like no other with its vivid contrasts, intriguing history, unusual wildlife and breathtaking scenery.
The rugged coastline, massive tidal power and ancient inhabitants guard many of the Kimberley’s real secrets, enhancing the legend of Australia’s last frontier.
To help you understand this region we have prepared a number of resources for you:
- Kimberley Map (or click map image above)
- Broome Map
- K2O Cruise Maps
- Kimberley and Broome Weather
Return to our Kimberley Cruise home page.
