BROOME SIGHTSEEING TOUR FIELD GUIDE
From Pearls to Beehives: Six Days Across the Kimberley from Broome to Kununurra
A fully guided, small-group 6-day traversal of the Kimberley that cruises the Buccaneer Archipelago, visits remote communities and gorges, and culminates in an extended exploration of the World Heritage-listed Bungle Bungles.
From Pearls to Beehives: Six Days Across the Kimberley from Broome to Kununurra.
This six-day small-group journey threads coastal pearling stations, tidal waterways and remote outback tracks to deliver an immersive survey of the Kimberley — from Dampier Peninsula cruises and community visits to walks through Windjana Gorge, Tunnel Creek and the extraordinary Bungle Bungles, all with comfortable outback accommodation and local guides.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Cygnet Bay and the Buccaneer Archipelago
Departing Broome takes you onto the Dampier Peninsula to Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm for a lunch and farm tour, then — weather permitting — a boat cruise through the pristine islands of the Buccaneer Archipelago where the Kimberley’s pearling history and tidal seascapes are on full display.
Gorges, Caves and Outback Roads
The route follows the iconic cattle tracks into the Napier Range to walk Windjana Gorge and explore Tunnel Creek’s 750‑metre cave system, with roadside stops that include the Boab Prison Tree and artist mud-flat sculptures around Derby.
Purnululu — the Bungle Bungle Domes
The tour spends two nights at a private wilderness lodge inside Purnululu National Park to walk Picanniny Creek and Cathedral Gorge among the orange-and-black beehive domes, with an optional scenic helicopter flight available for an aerial perspective of the park.
What the day feels like
What the Six-Day Kimberley Passage Feels Like
This is a paced, fully guided 4WD itinerary that moves from coastal to inland Kimberley environments: mornings on water and at pearl farms, afternoons driving outback tracks with cultural commentary, and days spent on short to moderate guided walks through gorges, caves and chasms — finishing with an extended, lodge-based exploration of Purnululu and its domes.
THE COAST
Cygnet Bay and the Buccaneer Archipelago
Departing Broome takes you onto the Dampier Peninsula to Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm for a lunch and farm tour, then — weather permitting — a boat cruise through the pristine islands of the Buccaneer Archipelago where the Kimberley’s pearling history and tidal seascapes are on full display.
THE TRACK
Gorges, Caves and Outback Roads
The route follows the iconic cattle tracks into the Napier Range to walk Windjana Gorge and explore Tunnel Creek’s 750‑metre cave system, with roadside stops that include the Boab Prison Tree and artist mud-flat sculptures around Derby.
THE ICON
Purnululu — the Bungle Bungle Domes
The tour spends two nights at a private wilderness lodge inside Purnululu National Park to walk Picanniny Creek and Cathedral Gorge among the orange-and-black beehive domes, with an optional scenic helicopter flight available for an aerial perspective of the park.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits, and practical constraints to consider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Pack a small day pack, light comfortable clothing, a broad‑rimmed hat, swimwear, comfortable walking shoes, personal water bottle (at least 750 ml), personal medication, and footwear you don’t mind getting wet for Tunnel Creek. For cool evenings bring a fleece and long trousers.
Overnight small-group tours have a luggage limit of 12 kg per person in a soft-sided bag plus one small day bag. Tours that include or depart/arrive by scenic flights limit luggage to 10 kg per person.
Comfortable walking shoes are required for gorges and cave walks; bring a pair of shoes or sandals you don’t mind getting wet for Tunnel Creek tours, and a wide hat for sun protection.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What is the luggage allowance and can I bring extra?
Small-group overnight tours permit a maximum of 12 kg per person in a soft-sided bag plus one small day bag. Excess baggage can be transferred from Broome to Kununurra at guest expense (approximately $90 per suitcase) via Greyhound Freight Broome if arranged prior to the tour.
Is the helicopter flight over the Bungle Bungle included?
The scenic helicopter flight over the Bungle Bungles is an optional extra during the stay at the wilderness lodge.
Are there any travel restrictions or changes I should expect?
The itinerary, schedule and inclusions may be subject to change and the tour is subject to availability and road accessibility; cultural considerations can also affect visits and timings.
Are COVID procedures in place on this tour?
COVID-management procedures may be in place for this tour; check current operator guidance prior to departure.
Do single travellers pay extra?
Single supplements apply on this tour; contact the operator for specific rates and availability.