BROOME SIGHTSEEING TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Thirteen days across the Kimberley: gorges, ancient art and helicopter panoramas from Broome
A relaxed, private 13-day circuit from your Broome pickup that threads the Gibb River Road, waterfalls, ancient Aboriginal art sites and optional scenic flights — this guide helps you prepare for terrain, kit and the trip flow.
Thirteen days across the Kimberley: gorges, ancient art and helicopter panoramas from Broome.
Journey through the Kimberley’s raw, red country on a relaxed private circuit that lingers at gorges, meets local characters and visits ancient art sites. The trip follows the iconic Gibb River Road and balances time in water-carved canyons and cultural places with comfortable, stylish accommodation and the chance to look down on the landscape from scenic helicopter flights.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Windjana, Tunnel Creek and the Bell Gorge cascade
The route is defined by its water-sculpted features — Windjana Gorge and the subterranean Tunnel Creek sit alongside Bell and Adcock gorges, where walking and swims bring you into intimate contact with Kimberley geology and freshwater pools.
Ancient Aboriginal art and local connections
The circuit includes visits to significant rock art and opportunities to meet local people, placing the region’s millennia-old cultural landscape alongside its natural highlights.
Mitchell Falls, scenic helicopter options and river cruises
Mitchell Falls features a scheduled scenic helicopter flight, and the itinerary also offers the Ord River cruise and optional scenic flights over the Bungles — aerial perspectives that reveal the scale and patterning of the Kimberley.
What the day feels like
What this private Kimberley circuit feels like
The 13-day private circuit is paced to linger: long drives along the Gibb River Road are punctuated by hikes into gorges, short swims, cultural stops and the occasional scenic flight. Traveling in a small private group with an experienced local guide, you move between stylish, comfortable accommodation and rugged, hands-on days in the field — meeting locals, visiting rock art sites, and arriving at waterfalls and caves with time to explore.
THE GORGES
Windjana, Tunnel Creek and the Bell Gorge cascade
The route is defined by its water-sculpted features — Windjana Gorge and the subterranean Tunnel Creek sit alongside Bell and Adcock gorges, where walking and swims bring you into intimate contact with Kimberley geology and freshwater pools.
THE CULTURE
Ancient Aboriginal art and local connections
The circuit includes visits to significant rock art and opportunities to meet local people, placing the region’s millennia-old cultural landscape alongside its natural highlights.
THE SKYLINE
Mitchell Falls, scenic helicopter options and river cruises
Mitchell Falls features a scheduled scenic helicopter flight, and the itinerary also offers the Ord River cruise and optional scenic flights over the Bungles — aerial perspectives that reveal the scale and patterning of the Kimberley.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this private Kimberley circuit suits — and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Pack a small day pack, light comfortable clothing, a broad-rimmed hat, swimwear, comfortable walking shoes, a personal water bottle (at least 750ml recommended), personal medication and a pair of shoes or sandals you don’t mind getting wet for Tunnel Creek.
For overnight tours the luggage allowance is 12kg per person in a soft sided bag for small group tours; tours that include joining or departing scenic flights have a 10kg maximum. One additional day bag is permitted. For private tours contact the operator for exact limits.
Bring a fleece and long trousers for cool evenings in the Kimberley.
Sturdy, comfortable walking shoes and a second pair of shoes/sandals suitable for wet sections such as Tunnel Creek are recommended.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Where do I join the tour?
The meeting point is your Broome pickup location.
How long is the tour?
This is a 13-day circuit.
What should I pack for the Kimberley circuit?
Bring a small day pack, light comfortable clothing, a broad-rimmed hat, swimming costume, comfortable walking shoes, a personal water bottle (at least 750ml), personal medication, and a pair of shoes/sandals you don’t mind getting wet for Tunnel Creek. Also pack a fleece and long trousers for cool evenings.
Is the trip physically demanding?
Some itinerary sections involve clambering over rocks, moving through water and walking on uneven ground; a reasonable level of fitness is advised.
What are the luggage limits?
Luggage allowance for overnight small group tours is 12kg per person in a soft sided bag; tours with included scenic flights have a 10kg maximum. One additional day bag is permitted. For private tours you should contact the operator for specific limits.
Are scenic helicopter flights part of the itinerary?
The itinerary includes a scenic helicopter flight at Mitchell Falls and there are optional scenic helicopter opportunities near the Bungle Bungles.