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The Kimberley
Named after John Wodehouse, the first Earl of Kimberley, this red desert region takes up the northern part of Western Australia. Immigrants arrived here more than 40,000 years ago, making it one of the longest-settled areas on the continent.
Known for its mining, fishing and agriculture, the Kimberley is as diverse in its economy as it is in its geography. A thriving pearling industry in Broome and a diamond mining tradition in Argyle and Ellendale means there’s a touch of luxury—exported throughout the world—present in this mostly wild and isolated region, too.
Travelers love exploring the endless miles of calm blue sea, breathtaking gorges, thundering waterfalls and cavernous caves on a trip through this northwest wilderness. And tiny towns like Derby, Halls Creek and Wyndham, as well as the stunning Cable Beach, mean there’s plenty to explore in this diverse destination.
Practical Info
The Kimberley Region is bordered by the Indian Ocean, the Timor Sea, the Great Sandy and Tanami deserts and Australia’s Northern Territory. Approximately 40 percent of the country’s aboriginal population lives in Kimberley.
Address: Broome, Australia
From $ 868
Tunnel Creek
Tunnel Creek National Park is one of the Kimberly region’s most famous attractions. Though small in size compared to the other national parks that cover the Kimberly region, at just 91 hectares, Tunnel Creek has a huge attraction – being home to Australia’s oldest cave system.
Tunnel Creek is located in the Napier Range, the same range as the nearby Geikie Gorge. The remains of an ancient reef system formed 350 million years ago, the limestone that forms Tunnel Creek is what makes this region so ancient. The tunnel of tunnel creek runs for 750 meters. It reaches a maximum height of 12 meters, and a maximum width of 15 meters. There are a number of animals making their home in the caverns, including at least five species of bat, which led to the cave’s nickname of The Cave of Bats. Freshwater crocodiles occasionally take up residence in the large pools of water that dot the floor of the cave.
Tunnel Creek became famous in the late 1800s as the hideout of the Aboriginal outlaw and leader Jandamarra. The cave has been used by the Aboriginal people for hundreds of years, and the walls are covered in their artworks.
Practical Info
Tunnel Creek is accessible only by 4WD, though a day tour to the park is recommended. Facilities at the park include toilets, picnic tables and an information shelter only. Visitors are recommended to come prepared with a torch, sneakers and jumper. Visitors should not enter the cave during rainfall or whilst rainfall is imminent, as the cave is subject to flooding.
Address: WA, Australia 6728, Australia
From $ 196
Windjana Gorge
Windjana Gorge sits within the Windjana Gorge National Park in the Kimberly region of Western Australia. Formed by the Lennard River, Windjana Gorge runs for 3.5 kilometres through the Napier Range – of which Tunnel Creek is also a part. Windjana Gorge is over 100m wide in parts, and the walls range between 10 and 30 metres high.
The Lennard River runs through Windjana Gorge during the wet season, and forms into pools in the dry season. Like much of the Kimberly, Windjana Gorge is home to many species of Australian wildlife – including some which aren’t found anywhere else – and is steeped in Aboriginal culture. Windjana Gorge is a significant spiritual site for the Bunuba people, who believe that there are powerful creation spirits that reside in the Gorge.
A path runs the length of the gorge (3.5km), following the path of monsoonal vegetation alongside the permanent pools of water in the dry season. A ruined homestead, Lillimooloora, was built in 1884 from local limestone, and sits within the park.
The Windjana Gorge Campground is the only place to stay in the park, and is well maintained. Bathrooms with showers are situated on site, and the campground is suitable for caravans – though there are no powered sites. Camping does incur a fee, and park rangers collect it in the evenings.
Practical Info
Windjana Gorge National Park is located on Leopold Downs Road, close to Derby and the Fitzroy Crossing. Leopold Downs Road is gravel, and though well maintained, it is recommended that only 4WDs enter the park.
Address: Kimberly, Western Australia, Australia
From $ 196