Outback Adventures | Australia's North West

The vast and rugged outback landscapes of the Kimberley and Pilbara regions in Australia’s North West provide a dramatic backdrop for an unforgettable wilderness adventure.

Blaze a trail of red earth in a four wheel drive or take in the breathtaking views on a scenic flight.

Outback Drives

Australia’s North West offers plenty of outback four wheel drive adventures, from a leisurely drive around Karijini National Park to the famous Gibb River Road and the challenging tracks of the Canning Stock Route. There's also plenty to see by travelling the sealed roads.

Check out these great North West drive routes and read more about outback drives in the Kimberley and Pilbara!

Gibb River Road

A true outback odyssey on one of Australia’s most unique 4WD tracks – go ‘over the range’ and into the Kimberley’s vast untouched wilderness, ancient gorge country and epic cattle stations.

Warlu Way

A network of sealed and unsealed routes invite you to follow the trail of the Warlu or sea serpent on a on a self-drive journey through Western Australia’s spectacular Pilbara.

Savannah Way

The easiest way to reach some of the Kimberley's finest treasures.

Canning Stock Route

A challenging four wheel drive route through the Kimberley and Pilbara, along the longest stock route in the world.

Duncan Road

Turn off the Great Northern Highway at Halls Creek to experience this scenic route to Kununurra.

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Car & Equipment Hire

Need to hire a car or campervan to explore Broome, the Kimberley and the Pilbara?

Sunrise Car Hire Broome

Sunrise Car Hire are the Broome car hire specialists. Located in Cable Beach we can assist you with the right vehicle choice and show where to go, to get the most out of your Broome holiday. As a

Broome & Beyond Camper Hire

First time off road or in The Kimberley? We are your one-stop shop for the adventure of a lifetime. A Broome based business, we take pride in the quality of our service to ensure a safe journey and

Thrifty Car and Truck Rental - Kununurra

Thrifty Kununurra is part of a franchise that covers the Kimberley region of Western Australia and all of the Northern Territory; it is owned and operated by people who live in this region. The

Broome Broome Car Rentals

Broome Broome Car Rentals has been supplying quality vehicle rental to the Kimberley for over 20 years. With a large fleet of modern, air-conditioned and reliable vehicles, Broome Broome can help you

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Scenic Flights

Scenic flights offer the opportunity to access the vast wilderness areas and remote natural attractions of Australia's North West. Choose from a short joy ride to see the sights, or a full day adventure travelling to some of the Kimberleys most remote attractions.

Imagine soaring high in a helicopter over the plunging gorges and thundering waterfalls of the Mitchell Plateau, or viewing the beehive domes of the Bungle Bungle Range in the World Heritage listed Purnululu National Park.

You can catch a float plane to experience the thrill of landing on water or catch lunch fishing on a remote river system on a helifishing tour.

Some luxury coastal camps are accessible only by lightcraft, or experience covering the very best of the region on an extended air safari.

Kimberley Air Tours

Kimberley Air Tours offer spectacular air tours by seaplane and fixed wing aircraft to the many iconic destinations in the Kimberley, such as the Bungle Bungle Range, Lake Argyle and Mitchell Falls.

Fly Broome

Your ticket to spectacular coastlines, striking rugged landscapes and colourful characters. Fly with us to discover horizontal waterfalls, giant tides, red cliffs, & the longest continuous culture in

KAS Helicopters

KAS Helicopters operates scenic and commercial helicopter flights from Broome and Derby with a range of piston and turbine powered helicopters. With your safety our number one priority at all times

HeliSpirit

The multi-award winning HeliSpirit is the specialist when it comes to discovering Australia’s north by helicopter -explore the Mitchell Falls, Purnululu National Park, El Questro, Lake Argyle and the

Broome Aviation

Broome Aviation has been operating continuously since 1982 providing a mixture of charter and scenic flights throughout the Kimberley and beyond.

Aviair

Aviair has become a first choice for Bungle Bungle scenic air tours of the beautiful Kimberley region of Western Australia. We offer a range of air safaris and tailor-made Kimberley air tour

Kingfisher Tours

Kingfisher Tours operates across iconic Kimberley locations including Kununurra, Purnululu National Park (Bungle Bungle Range), Punamii- Uunpu (Mitchell Falls), and Kalumburu Coast. We fly directly

Air Kimberley

Air Kimberley has been flying the skies of Western Australia for 29 years, exploring ancient cultures, beautiful landscapes, and stunning natural attractions. Flying to some of the most unique awe

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Accommodation and Camping

A range of accommodation options in the Kimberley, Broome and the Pilbara are available to suit all from wilderness lodges, luxury safari tents and hotels to motels, caravan parks and national park camping areas. During the peak season (June to September) it is best to book well ahead to avoid disappointment.

Station Stays

Stay on one of the Pilbara and Kimberley's pastoral stations - whether you're camping or staying in a cabin or at the homestead, you'll be blown away by epic landscapes and warm country hospitality.

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Caravan & Camping

There are camping and glamping experiences to be found in almost every kind of spectacular wilderness location in the Kimberley. From basic swags, to beach shelters, national park camping or en-suite

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Self-contained accommodation

Self-contained accommodation is available throughout Broome, the Kimberley and the Pilbara, from holiday houses and apartments to cabins and units.

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Pet-Friendly Accommodation

Travelling with a furry friend? You'll find pet-friendly accommodation throughout the Pilbara and Kimberley regions.

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Luxury Accommodation

Staying in one of the last true wilderness areas on Earth doesn’t mean leaving all of life’s luxuries behind.

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Fishing the Lakes and Rivers

Freshwater fishing opportunities are plentiful in Australia’s North West, with some of the country’s largest rivers and a massive network of creeks and mangroves found here – go fishing off the jetty or chase the elusive barramundi.

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Kimberley Fishing

Adventuring through the Kimberley, the coastline, the many lakes, rivers and creeks offer sensational fishing experiences. Explore the region yourself or join a fishing tour for a truly memorable experience in some of Australia's most remote lands.

Kuri Bay Fishing and Adventures

A word-class fishing location, transformed from Australia’s oldest pearl farm, Kuri Bay is home to variety of fishing scenarios including sand flats, gorges, and creeks.

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Honeymoon Bay

A rustic campground in the most northern of the West Australian Kimberley region. Open to those who love to fish, camp, and travel to outer-most regions.

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Kimberley Coastal Camp

Even by Kimberley standards, Kimberley Coastal Camp is isolated. With access limited to helicopter and float plane fishing here is for the privileged few.

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Lake Argyle Cruises

If you’re angling to catch a fish, join Lake Argyle Cruises for a fishing expedition! Lake Argyle abounds with a huge variety of fish including the massive “Silver Cobbler”.

El Questro

El Questro offer a wide range of tours and activities including their Guided Barramundi 4WD Fishing Tour taking travellers to a secret spot on the Pentecost River.

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Home Valley Station

Home Valley Station is home to some of the best fishing locations. It's the perfect spot to hook the elusive barramundi and a must-do for all anglers.

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Heli-fishing

Catch the elusive barramundi in some of the Kimberley's most remote fishing spots!

Heli-fishing Tours

Fishing in & around Kununurra

Explore Kununurra and the surrounding areas with a fishing rod in hand.

Kununurra Fishing

Fishing in & around Derby

Derby and the surrounding areas offer some sensational fishing spots.

Derby Fishing

Heli-Fishing Tours

Catch the elusive barramundi in some of the Kimberley's most remote fishing spots!

HeliSpirit

With half-day, full-day and 3-day heli-fishing tour options, our fishing adventures are suitable for both beginner and experienced anglers.

KAS Helicopters

Heli-fishing tours departing from Broome and Derby.

National Parks

Kimberley national parks and Pilbara national parks are among some of the largest, most remote and breathtaking wilderness areas in Australia.

Karijini National Park

Explore the spectacular and ancient gorges of Karjini National Park in the Pilbara.

Bungle Bungle Range - Purnululu National Park

Discover the ancient geological formations of the beehive striped sandstone domes as well as the breathtaking natural amphitheatre at Cathedral Gorge.

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Mitchell River National Park

Millstream-Chichester NP

Millstream-Chichester National Park offers some of the best nature based camping opportunities in the Pilbara region.

Geikie Gorge National Park

Geikie Gorge National Park is a spectacular waterway with soaring weathered cliffs and abundant wildlife.

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Extended 4WD Tours

Four wheel drive tours (4WD) take you off the beaten track with an experienced local guide, exploring stunning outback wilderness areas and remote natural attractions of Western Australia’s Kimberley and Pilbara regions.

Venture North Safaris

Venture North is a multi-award winning, family owned company specialising in micro-group cultural and nature based tours throughout Northern Australia. Travel the outback in luxury 4WD’s on tours from

Tours & Activities at El Questro

Spend some time exploring the magical landscapes of El Questro - join a guided walking, 4WD or scenic air tour, or take to the self-guided hiking or 4WD trails. Daily tours collect guests from El

APT Kimberley Wilderness Adventures

Explore the Kimberley with the experts, with over 45 years experience and every detail taken care of.

Outback Horizons

Outback Horizons is a family owned and operated tour company offering exclusive incomparable tours throughout outback Australia. Our aim is to ensure that you experience the ruggedness, isolation, and

InStyle Adventures

Luxury Small Group & Private 4WD Tours. For a 5 star experience including Cape Leveque, Tunnel Creek, Gibb River Road & the Bungles, we can tailor make an experience for you.

Kimberley Spirit Tours

Explore Western Australia’s spectacular Kimberley region with Kimberley Spirit tours. Discover the country, wildlife and culture on an accommodated 4WD tour with a local guide. Choose from one of our

WA NT Tours

The West Coast is our home! WA NT TOURS are the specialists for guided small group tours (English, German, Swiss German, French and other languages on request) with more than 21 years of experience

Kimberley Wild Expeditions

Kimberley Wild Expeditions offer the best value tours in Western Australia. Family-owned and operated, and based in Broome WA, we explore the Kimberley and the West Coast with small groups in clean

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Country Race Rounds & Rodeos

Enjoy the thrill and spectacle of race rounds and rodeos in Broome, the Kimberley and the Pilbara!

Broome Horse Racing - Race 5

Race 5 - 16 July 2023 Thoroughbred horse racing in Broome has evolved out of the dust and the Broome Turf Club has arguably become one of the most progressive race clubs in Australia, whilst still

Broome Horse Racing - Race 3 - Family Day

Race 3 - 25 June 2023 Thoroughbred horse racing in Broome has evolved out of the dust and the Broome Turf Club has arguably become one of the most progressive race clubs in Australia, whilst still

Broome Horse Racing - Race 9 - Broome Cup

Broome Cup - 19 August 2023 Dress up and enter Fashions On the Field! Food stalls, entertainment all afternoon, an after race band, and of course great racing!

Broome Horse Racing - Race 4

Race 4 - 1st July 2023 Thoroughbred horse racing in Broome has evolved out of the dust and the Broome Turf Club has arguably become one of the most progressive race clubs in Australia, whilst still

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