Kimberley  Tours by 4WD & Bus

 

Explore the Kimberley with expert guides

Venture deep into the heart of the Kimberley on a guided 4WD tour, where ancient landscapes, breathtaking gorges, and remote wilderness camps await. From the winding tracks of the Gibb River Road to the striking beehive formations of Purnululu National Park, a drive adventure is the perfect way to experience this rugged and spectacular region.

Traveling through the Kimberley by road allows for an immersive experience, whether you’re cooling off in hidden waterfalls, hiking through dramatic gorges, or soaking in the ever-changing landscapes. With experienced guides leading the way, you’ll gain insights into the region’s history, Indigenous culture, and unique ecosystems—all while enjoying a seamless and stress-free journey.

Many travellers opt for guided 4WD tours, choosing to head off the beaten track with an experienced guide and like-minded fellow travellers. Whether you prefer a classic small-group tour, an intimate micro-group experience, or a private charter tailored to your interests, there’s a tour to suit every traveler. Choose from itineraries departing Broome, Kununurra, or Darwin, and select your preferred travel style—camping under the stars, staying in comfortable lodges, or a mix of both.

To help you find the right Kimberley adventure we've put together a short guide to starting to choose your 4WD tour, with a selection of experienced and accredited North West tour operators below.

How to choose your Kimberley outback tour

When choosing a Kimberley 4WD tour, there are quite a few considerations to bear in mind, including: 

1. Would you prefer a group or private tour? 

Extended Kimberley tours are generally considered to be 'small group tours', as the group size will be between 15 and 28 people. A lot of these tours run with 2 guides, adding to that small group feel. 

There's also the option to choose a private tour or charter, with just 2-6 guests on each tour. These tours can also offer the option to tailor an itinerary to your desires and interests. 

2. What style of accommodation would you prefer? 

Extended tours through the Kimberley offer different styles of touring, meaning that there'll be an option to suit your preferred style of travel and accommodation. On accommodated tours, you may stay in resort hotels, motels, private wilderness camps with en suite cabins or at outback stations along the route. 

On camping style trips, you'll also have some different options to choose from. Some tours offer permanent campsites on some or all nights with no need to set up camp; on others, pitch your tent or roll out a swag to enjoy the incredible Kimberley night skies. On some tours, you may also have the option to upgrade to your accommodation at various points along the way.  

ACCOMMODATED 4WD GROUP TOURS

Accommodated tours allow you to enjoy the adventure of a 4WD tour with the added comfort of en suite accommodation and chef-prepared meals. Depending on the tour you choose, stay in dedicated luxury wilderness camps, safari tents and cabins, stations, or hotels and motels.

CAMPING 4WD GROUP TOURS

Choose from participatory camping tours, where you pitch in to set up camp and prepare the evening meal, tours offering permanent campsites for some or all of your overnight stays, or tours allowing you to choose to upgrade your accommodation along the way.

3. How much time would you like to spend on tour?

The classic Kimberley 4WD itineraries can vary from 10 to 15 days, travelling through the Gibb River Road and onwards to take in all of the region's major attractions, such as the Purnululu National Park (the Bungles), and on some longer itineraries, the Mitchell Falls. 

If you're short on time, would like a taster of the region's attractions or are interested in seeing particular parts of the region, many tour operators also offer shorter tour itineraries or tailor made, ranging from 2-9 days, depending on the areas visited. To find out more, see our section on shorter itineraries below. 

If you wish to return to your point of departure, you'll have a choice of operators and itineraries offering Broome-to-Broome or Kununurra-to-Kununurra tours, or you may also wish to continue your tour onwards to Darwin or Perth.

SHORTER 4WD ITINERARIES

 

FROM KUNUNURRA
Venture North Safaris tour vehicle on a water crossing

Venture North

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Kimberley Dreaming

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FAMILY SAFARIS
Children at a freshwater swimming pool on a Kimberley Wild Expeditions Family Safari

Intrepid

This outback family adventure offers an escape to the dramatic gorges, wildlife retreats and ancient cave passages of the rugged western Kimberley. Sharing the experience with other like-minded…

FROM BROOME
Aerial view of Safari Tent and campground area at Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm

APT Kimberley Wilderness Adventures

Over seven days, discover Broome and a host of exciting surrounding destinations including Eco Beach, Karajarri Country, Beagle Bay, Lombadina and Cygnet Bay. Enjoy a scenic flight over the Buccaneer…

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Ventur Atlas

On the Ventur Atlas 6-Day West Kimberley Expedition explore some of the highlights of this captivating region, including the Horizontal Falls, Cygnet Bay, Tunnel Creek, Bell Gorge and Windjana Gorge…

BROOME TO THE BUNGLES
Kimberley Wild Expeditions tour group at the Bungles with striped domes visible in the background

Intrepid

Short of time and want the best value Bungle Bungles trip in the Kimberley? Visit the Bungles, Mimbi Caves, Windjana Gorge, Tunnel Creek, and the Darlgunya Cultural Walk, before returning to Broome.

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Inspiration Outdoors

A place of astounding natural beauty and great spiritual significance, Western Australia's Kimberley region is Australia untamed. While the roads here can be rough, this five-day inland adventure takes…

FAQ's

Kimberley Tours

Where is the Kimberley?

The Kimberley (sometimes called the Kimberleys) is located in the north western part of Western Australia, stretching from south of Broome, east across the Great Sandy and Tanami Deserts to the Northern Territory border close to Kununura and Lake Argyle. 

How big is the Kimberley?

The Kimberley region covers an area of approximately 423,517 square kilometres (163,521 sq mi). In context, this is approximately twice the size of the state of Victoria, over three times the size of England, and slightly smaller than the state of California. The Kimberley population is 36,230. 

What is the best time to visit the Kimberley?

The most popular time to visit the Kimberley is from May to October, the Winter or Dry Season. During this time daytime temperatures range from 20°C to 30°, all tours and attractions are open, and regular direct flights operate from the East Coast of Australia to Broome. It's possible to visit the Kimberley year-round, although in the Wet Season (approximately November to April) some attractions cannot be accessed due to closed roads and local flooding, and the daily temperatures are hot.

What is there to see between Kununurra and Broome?

There are two main options for travel between Kununurra and Broome - the Great Northern Highway via Halls Creek and Fitzroy Crossing, or the Gibb River Road. Along the Great Northern Highway, attractions include the Bungle Bungle Range in Purnululu National Park, Wolfe Creek Crater on the Tanami Road, Danggu Geike Gorge in Fitzroy River Crossing, and Bandlignan (Windjana Gorge) and Dimalurru (Tunnel Creek) via the Leopold Downs Road. Along the Gibb, attractions include El Questro, the Cockburn Ranges, Manning and Bell Gorges, and access to the Mitchell Falls via the Kalumburu Road. Many tour itineraries and self-drive trips aim to include as many attractions as possible by travelling the Gibb and Great Northern Highway in a loop.

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