BROOME SIGHTSEEING TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Four Days Through Kimberley Gorges: Tunnel Creek to Bell Gorge from Broome
A compact, four‑day shared 4WD tour from Broome that threads limestone escarpments, cavern systems and waterfall pools — this guide orients you to the route, highlights and practicals.
Four Days Through Kimberley Gorges: Tunnel Creek to Bell Gorge from Broome.
This four‑day shared tour traces a classic West Kimberley loop from Broome, following the Fairfield Leopold Road into boab‑dotted escarpments, passing through Tunnel Creek’s cave system and the towering walls of Windjana Gorge, then along the Gibb River Road to a chain of waterfalls and swimming holes before returning via Derby and the famous Boab Prison Tree.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Tunnel Creek — a 750‑metre cave walk
A guided walk through Tunnel Creek’s 750‑metre cave system reveals stalactites, smaller side caves and a compact range of wildlife in a striking subterranean landscape — expect to move through low, damp passages and to wear shoes you don’t mind getting wet.
Windjana Gorge and endemic freshwater crocodiles
Windjana Gorge offers towering cliff walls and close encounters with the gorge’s freshwater crocodiles from safe vantage points — a defining Kimberley river gorge experience along the route.
Bell Gorge, Adcock and Manning — waterfalls and swims
The tour allocates time for Bell Gorge’s cascading waterfall and deep pool plus visits to Adcock, Manning and Galvan’s gorges for swimming and short walks, with guides tailoring port calls to group interests and abilities.
What the day feels like
What the four days feel like
You’ll spend compact days moving by 4WD between iconic Kimberley features: morning tracking through boab country to Tunnel Creek, afternoon exploration of Windjana Gorge and then an extended run along the Gibb River Road into cattle country and remote gorges. Nights are spent at lodge or remote accommodation as the itinerary moves from caves and river cliffs to waterfall pools and Indigenous art centres before the return to Broome.
THE CAVERN
Tunnel Creek — a 750‑metre cave walk
A guided walk through Tunnel Creek’s 750‑metre cave system reveals stalactites, smaller side caves and a compact range of wildlife in a striking subterranean landscape — expect to move through low, damp passages and to wear shoes you don’t mind getting wet.
THE RIVER GORGE
Windjana Gorge and endemic freshwater crocodiles
Windjana Gorge offers towering cliff walls and close encounters with the gorge’s freshwater crocodiles from safe vantage points — a defining Kimberley river gorge experience along the route.
THE WATERHOLES
Bell Gorge, Adcock and Manning — waterfalls and swims
The tour allocates time for Bell Gorge’s cascading waterfall and deep pool plus visits to Adcock, Manning and Galvan’s gorges for swimming and short walks, with guides tailoring port calls to group interests and abilities.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour is practically set up for.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Small day pack, light comfortable clothing, broad‑rimmed hat, swimming costume, comfortable walking shoes, personal water bottle (at least 750 ml) and personal medication. Bring footwear you don’t mind getting wet for Tunnel Creek.
Overnight tours: 12 kg per person in a soft‑sided bag (10 kg on tours that include scenic flights).
Pack a fleece and long trousers for cool evenings.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
The tour duration is four days.
Where does the tour start?
Meeting and pickup are arranged from your Broome pickup location.
Is this a shared tour or private charter?
This is a shared tour (all shared tours).
What is the luggage allowance?
Overnight tours allow 12 kg per person in a soft‑sided bag; if your tour includes a scenic flight the allowance is 10 kg.
Will there be opportunities to swim?
Yes — the itinerary includes Bell Gorge and Adcock Gorge with time to swim, and other gorge stops offer swimming and short walks.
Do I need special footwear for Tunnel Creek?
Bring a pair of shoes or sandals you don’t mind getting wet for Tunnel Creek tours.