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Bell Gorge (Attraction)
Via Gibb River Road, Derby, Western Australia 6728, Australia

Bell Gorge - Derby, AustraliaBeautiful Bell Gorge, with its stunning waterfall, bushwalking and bird watching, lies within the Kimberley's rugged King Leopold Range Conservation Park. During the wet season great volumes of water cascade down the waterfall, making it the perfect place for a refreshing swim. Make sure you bring your camera as Bell Gorge is one of the most picturesque and scenic gorges in the Kimberley. ...


Boab Prison Tree (Attraction)
Broome-Derby Highway, Derby, Western Australia 6728, Australia

Boab Prison Tree - Derby, AustraliaThe massive ancient Boab Prison Tree is believed to be around 1,500 years old and sits on the outskirts of the remote northern town of Derby in Western Australia's rugged Kimberley region. The tree is an incredible 14 metres in diametre. With its hollow centre and door cut into its side, the Boab Prison Tree was once used by early police patrols as a staging point for prisoners being walked in ...


Botanical Gardens (Attraction)
via, Derby, Western Australia 6728, Australia

The Botanical Gardens in Derby were established in 1985. The gardens are a tranquil oasis containing many species of exotic palms. The rock work is constructed from the Cretaceous Sandstone and Kimberley Colour Stone. There is a library adjacent to the gardens featuring displays of Aboriginal artefacts, a bottle collection and works by local Kimberley artists. ...


Buccaneer Archipelago (Attraction)
Via, Derby, Western Australia 6728, Australia

Buccaneer Archipelago - Derby, AustraliaMore than 1,000 tiny islands make up the Buccaneer Archipelago, a cruising and fishing paradise which lies north west of the Kimberley town of Derby. This untouched region of Western Australia is also home to patches of rainforest, secluded beaches and a fringe of mangroves - all set in a bright turquoise tropical sea. Horizontal Waterfall in Talbot Bay is one of the best known attractions i ...


Crocodile Creek (Attraction)
Via, Derby, Western Australia 6728, Australia

Crocodile Creek is an attraction visited by many of the tourist cruises exploring the Kimberley region. The creek has a fresh water pool with scenic falls cascading from above. Exploration of the surrounding area is a must. Take in the picturesque hill views and have your lunch beside this superb fresh water pool. Be sure to take a good look at the barbecue shelter where previous visitors ...


Derby Jetty (Attraction)
via, Derby, Western Australia 6728, Australia

Derby Jetty - Derby, AustraliaSee massive tidal movements and be amazed by the power of the ocean at Derby Jetty in the Kimberley region. Located just north of Derby townsite, the jetty experiences the biggest tidal range in Australia - up to an incredible 12 metres. It's a great place to go fishing but make sure you check the tides. Two to three hours either side of high tide are the best times. You can catch mud ...


Derby Pioneer Cemetery (Attraction)
Lovegrove Street, Derby, Western Australia 6728, Australia

Derby Pioneer Cemetery - Derby, AustraliaThe Derby Pioneer Cemetery was the final resting place for several significant figures who carved a place in Derby's history. The cemetery is a feature on the Pigeon Heritage Trail, which takes you on a self guided tour of Derby. Find out the story of the legendary Aboriginal tracker known as Jandamarra or Pigeon. Search for the grave of Constable Richardson, the policeman Pigeon shot dead, whi ...


Dimond Gorge (Attraction)
Gibb River Road, Derby, Western Australia 6728, Australia

Dimond Gorge - Derby, AustraliaRugged and remote Dimond Gorge sits amidst the Kimberley outback near Mornington Wilderness Camp. Here, you can go bushwalking, swimming, canoeing and bird watching. You'll be amazed by the rich colours of the 30 metre-high cliff walls and abundant wildlife. The 40 kilometre gorge was carved out by the mighty Fitzroy River which cuts through the King Leopold Range. Tucked away at the ...


Drysdale River National Park (Attraction)
Via, Wyndham, Western Australia 6740, Australia

Isolated and remote Drysdale River National Park is untouched outback wilderness at its best. One of the best ways to access this pristine slice of Australia is by taking a scenic flight where you'll see spectacular gorges, cliffs and waterfalls, which contrast against broad plains and rivers. Drysdale River National Park covers a huge area of nearly half a million hectares and harbours a l ...


Frostys Pool (Attraction)
Derby Highway, Derby, Western Australia 6728, Australia

Located adjacent to Myall's Bore, Frosty's Pool was nicknamed after a platoon member, Charles L V Frost. It was built in 1944 as a bathing area for troops stationed in the area during the Second World War. This is one of the few remaining reminders of those years in the town. The bath was constructed in 1944 by the Third General Transport Company. ...


Gibb River Road (Attraction)
Gibb River Road, Derby, Western Australia 6728, Australia

Gibb River Road - Derby, AustraliaThe Kimberley's iconic Gibb River Road is one of Australia's classic four wheel drive adventures. Stretching from Derby to Wyndham, it spans 670 kilometres across a timeless landscape of red rock, gorges, waterholes and massive cattle stations. Accessible between May and October, the region is steeped in frontier history, Aboriginal culture and breathtaking natural wonders. One of the b ...


Horizontal Waterfalls (Attraction)
Talbot Bay, Derby, Western Australia 6728, Australia

Horizontal Waterfalls - Derby, AustraliaThe magnificent Horizontal Waterfall at Talbot Bay in the Buccaneer Archipelago is created by massive tidal movements, among the biggest in the world. The white water ocean banking up against one side of a narrow cliff passage creates the waterfall effect. The dramatic contrast of red rock cliffs and turquoise water is best viewed from the air. Scenic flights and sea safaris to the Hori ...


Joonjoo Botanical Trail (Attraction)
Corner Derby Highway and Worsley Road, Derby, Western Australia 6728, Australia

Joonjoo Botanical Trail - Derby, AustraliaThe Joonjoo Botanical Trail provides an excellent opportunity to view a wide diversity of flora and fauna. Stroll along the interactive walking trail, reading the informative plaques to learn about the various species of flora along the way. Discover how the habitat is used by the Nyikina Aboriginal people and marvel at the age of this thriving land system which is over two million years old. T ...


King Leopold Range National Park (Attraction)
King Leopold Range, Derby, Western Australia 6728, Australia

King Leopold Range National Park - Derby, AustraliaSee stunning gorges and camp out under the stars at King Leopold Range National Park off the Gibb River Road in Western Australia's Kimberley region. Here you can explore Bell and Lennard Gorges which are among the most magnificent gorges in the Kimberley. The folded rock formations of these and other gorges were millions of years in the making. King Leopold Range Conservation Park is so ...


Lennard Gorge (Attraction)
Gibb River Road, Derby, Western Australia 6728, Australia

Lennard Gorge - Derby, AustraliaStep off the well trodden tourist trail and explore beautiful Lennard Gorge. If you can get there shortly after the wet season, you will be awestruck by the spectacular cascading waterfall, as it tumbles over the red rocks and plunges into the narrow gorge below. Bounded by remarkably high cliffs, you can take a beautiful walk along the ridge and down to the end of the gorge. Either do a loop w ...




More Kimberley Attractions

* Broome Attractions* Derby Attractions
* Eighty Mile Beach Attractions* Fitzroy Crossing Attractions
* Halls Creek Attractions : Purnululu National Park* Kununurra Attractions
* Wyndham Attractions

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