Sir David Attenborough calls them “one of the greatest natural wonders of the world” – and the surging waters of Garaan-ngaddim Horizontal Falls must be seen to be believed. Set in Talbot Bay, amid the Buccaneer Archipelago, this Kimberley coastal wonder is not only breathtaking in its natural beauty but deeply significant to its Traditional Owners.

Garaan-ngaddim is mamaa – a powerful, sacred place for the Dambeemangaddee people and a registered Aboriginal sacred site. Visitors are asked to be quiet and respectful in this Country.

Formed by some of the largest tidal movements on Earth, massive volumes of water squeeze through two narrow cliff passages of the McLarty Range, creating the unique sideways waterfall effect. Experience this phenomenon on a low-flying scenic flight or boat ride from Broome, Derby or Cygnet Bay.

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Uncover one of the last true wilderness areas on Earth onboard a luxury cruise in the Kimberley. Ride Horizontal Waterfalls, sail untouched archipelagos and swim in some of the most remote gorge pools.

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Attractions

  • Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm

    Experience Broome's working pearl farm - the original Australian-owned and operated pearl farm spans four generations of the Brown Family over more than 75 years. Until 2009, it was an exclusive pearling village accessible only to the pearl farm team and the local Bardi people. In an industry first, Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm "opened the gate" and invited travellers to share in this very special place, recently described as "one of the most unique destinations in Australia". On the tip of the Dampier Peninsula, 200 kilometres north of Broome, the farm is easily visited on day trips by road or ...

  • Kimberley Aerial Highway

    The Kimberley Aerial Highway is the quickest route to beautiful, world-class wilderness, remote communities and legendary homesteads. A series of airstrips make up the Aerial Highway, landing you in some of the Kimberley's most iconic landscapes and unique accommodations, from Cape Leveque and the Bungle Bungle Ranges of Purnululu National Park to Home Valley Station and El Questro Wilderness Park. Have your camera at the ready for breathtaking fly-overs of remote and striking natural wonders. Must-snap opportunities include Horizontal Waterfalls, the Rowley Shoals, the Buccaneer Archipelago and ...

  • Buccaneer Archipelago

    The Buccaneer Archipelago in the Kimberley is a vast and largely untouched island group north west of Derby, renowned for its dramatic tides, remote beauty and exceptional on-water and aerial experiences. Made up of more than one thousand islands scattered across turquoise tropical waters, the archipelago offers a powerful sense of scale and isolation that defines the Kimberley coast. Sheer sandstone cliffs, secluded beaches, mangrove-lined inlets and pockets of rainforest are shaped by some of the largest tidal movements in the Southern Hemisphere. These immense tides surge through narrow channels ...

  • Horizontal Waterfalls

    Sir David Attenborough calls them "one of the greatest natural wonders of the world" – and the surging waters of Garaan-ngaddim Horizontal Falls must be seen to be believed. Set in Talbot Bay, amid the Buccaneer Archipelago, this Kimberley coastal wonder is not only breathtaking in its natural beauty but deeply significant to its Traditional Owners. Garaan-ngaddim is mamaa – a powerful, sacred place for the Dambeemangaddee people and a registered Aboriginal sacred site. Visitors are asked to be quiet and respectful in this Country. Formed by some of the largest tidal movements on Earth, massive ...

  • Yowjab (Montgomery Reef)

    Yowjab (Montgomery Reef) is an incredibly important cultural site for Dambeemangarddee people featuring in creation stories. Yowjab is one of the most outstanding geological marine features of the Kimberley bioregion. This enormous intertidal rhodolith reef system is home to diverse marine life including julawaddaa (turtles), waliny (dugongs), goiyoiya (estuarine crocodile). Banarddee (birds) nest on the island and forage on the reef top. Yowjab is a sanctuary zone which provides the highest levels of protection for marine habitats and wildlife. Recreational and commercial fishing is not permitted. ...

Accommodation

  • Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm Stay

    Celebrating 75 years of pearling in 2020, this small family-owned pearl farm 200 kilometres north of Broome has undergone a remarkable transformation from a hard-working community of pearlers to a unique accommodation, restaurant and touring option for visitors to the Kimberley. Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm is situated on the famous Cape Leveque Road 50 nautical miles from the Horizontal Waterfalls. Ten en-suite safari-style tents are nestled in remnant rainforest or set with views across the mangroves to the bay. Three self-contained rustic Pearler's Shacks, basic mini-safari tents, private caravan ...

  • Oaks Cable Beach Resort

    Oaks Cable Beach Resort is a premier resort located in the unique holiday town of Broome – Western Australia’s coastal gateway to the famous Kimberley region. Just metres from the beautiful waters and golden sands of Cable Beach and 10 minutes from Broome’s town centre, Oaks Cable Beach Resort is the perfect resort choice when in Broome. Holiday makers will enjoy hopping from pool to pool with five to choose from or enjoying a poolside cocktail as you settle into holiday mode. No trip to Broome would be complete without watching Australia's best sunset, luckily Cable Beach is just a ...

  • Seashells Broome

    Seashells Broome is located just 300 metres from Cable Beach, Broome in tropical northern Western Australia, seven minutes drive from Broome town centre and the airport. The property features a wide choice of inviting and thoughtfully designed fully self-contained apartments and bungalows within beautiful lush gardens. Ideally suited for couples, the 1 Bedroom Apartment has a jetted bath and king-size bed. The larger 2 Bedroom Apartments are popular with small families. The 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Bungalows are even more spacious and suitable for either two couples or larger family groups. Enjoy ...

  • Mangrove Hotel

    Mangrove Hotel is an iconic waterfront hotel overlooking Roebuck Bay in Broome, Western Australia. The property offers sweeping coastal views and one of Broome's premier locations for experiencing the natural Staircase to the Moon phenomenon. The hotel combines relaxed tropical style with contemporary comfort, offering spacious accommodation including rooms and suites with views across the gardens or Roebuck Bay. Guests can enjoy two swimming pools, landscaped grounds, modern amenities and a choice of dining experiences at the Bay Club and seasonal Johnny Sausage restaurant. Located close to Chinatown, ...

Tours

  • Horizontal Falls Half Day Tour ex Derby

    Get ready for an action-packed day from the moment of your pick-up! Departing from Derby experience low-level flying over the tidal flats of Derby, the King Sound and the azure waters of the Buccaneer Archipelago before your spectacular water landing in Talbot Bay From here you’ll board their floating base, located just minutes from the Horizontal Falls, where your adventure unfolds. Your tour includes an exciting cruise through the Horizontal Falls; their highly experienced skippers will take the time to give you an amazing geological insight into this natural phenomenon; a relaxing cruise through ...

  • Horizontal Falls Luxury Overnight Stay

    The exclusive Horizontal Falls overnight tour from Derby or Broome is the only one which offers you the rare opportunity to experience both incoming and outgoing tides.Experience 24 hours of spectacular scenery and scintillating action in a compelling combination of adventure and luxury.Thrilling seaplane and power boat rides, an exclusive fishing charter, relaxed cruising through spectacular scenery and a night on their luxury houseboat with all meals included are just some of the unique experiences that make this Horizontal Falls overnight tour the best in the business.

  • 14 Day Ultimate Kimberley Tour

    The Broome to Broome, includes Cape Leveque, an overnight from Derby to Horizontal Waterfalls, the famous Gibb River Road, the beautiful Tunnel Creek National Park and the breathtaking Windjana Gorge along with Bell Gorge are also included. These sights are truly remarkable and the experience is unforgettable. This tour includes cruises on the Ord River and at Geikie Gorge and an adventurous journey through the Bungle Bungle Range. Tour highlights include Dampier Peninsual, Horizontal Waterfalls, The Prison Boab Tree, Wunaamin Miliwundi Ranges, Gibb River Road, Bell Gorge, Galvans Gorge, Pentecost ...

  • Horizontal Falls Overnight Stay ex Derby

    The Derby overnight tour captures it all, from the majesty of Horizontal Falls to the tranquillity of the Kimberley’s undisturbed bays and creeks. This tour offers an action-packed day from the moment of your pick-up. Departing from Derby, experience low-level flying over the tidal flats of Derby, the King Sound and the azure waters of the Buccaneer Archipelago before your spectacular water landing in Talbot Bay. From here you’ll board their floating base, located just minutes from the Horizontal Falls, where your adventure begins. The tour includes an exciting power boat ride through the Horizontal ...

  • Horizontal Falls Half Day Tour ex Broome

    Get ready for an action-packed day from the moment of your pick-up! Departing from Broome you’ll experience low-level flying over the Dampier Peninsular, Cape Leveque and the amazing islands of the Buccaneer Archipelago by seaplane before landing in the calm waters of Talbot Bay right near the Horizontal Falls. From here you’ll board their floating base, located just minutes from the Horizontal Falls, where your adventure unfolds. Your tour includes an exciting cruise through the Horizontal Falls; their highly experienced skippers will take the time to give you an amazing geological insight into ...

  • Horizontal Falls & Dampier Peninsula Full Day Tour

    Enjoy all that the Horizontal Falls has to offer plus a fully guided tour along the Dampier Peninsula. Explore One Arm Point and Cygnet Bay before or after your Horizontal Falls adventure. Board a seaplane from Broome across the Dampier Peninsular to the Horizontal Falls before your spectacular seaplane landing on the calm waters of Talbot Bay. Have an exciting cruise through the Horizontal Falls followed by a relaxing cruise through the spectacular bays and untouched creek system that surround Talbot Bay. Enjoy a cooked breakfast, barbecue Barramundi lunch, and morning and afternoon tea. You'll ...

  • 8 Night Southern Kimberley Dream Cruise/Fly

    Explore the well-known highlights of the South Kimberley coastline on our 8 Night Southern Kimberley Dream Cruise/Fly. We focus on the spectacular South Kimberley highlights including Montgomery Reef, Kings Cascade Falls and the natural phenomenon of the Horizontal Falls. This cruise includes a light aircraft flight between Broome and Mitchell Plateau and a scenic helicopter flight over the multi-tiered Mitchell Falls before landing on Ocean Dream's helideck.

  • 16 Day Exquisite Kimberley Adventure

    Join Outback Spirit's most popular Kimberley adventure and see why this region of WA is on every traveller's bucket list. Tour highlights include Horizontal Falls, the Mitchell Plateau, Mitchell Falls via rarely seen Gwion Gwion and Wanjina rock art galleries. You'll also discover the Bungle Bungles and Cathedral Gorge, Geikie Gorge on the Fitzroy River, Windjana Gorge and Tunnel Creek National Parks, an Ord River cruise, the Gibb River Road and Mt Hart's vast wilderness. Stay in the region's very best accommodation, including the exclusive Ngauwudu Safari Camp, Mt Hart Wilderness Lodge, Bungle ...

  • 13 Day Jewels of the Kimberley

    Explore the best of the amazing, rugged and spectacular Kimberley region. Tour highlights include Horizontal Falls, the Mitchell Plateau, Mitchell Falls via rarely seen Gwion Gwion and Wanjina rock art galleries. You'll also discover the Bungle Bungles and Cathedral Gorge, the Fitzroy River, Tunnel Creek National Parks, an Ord River cruise, the Gibb River Road and Mt Hart's vast wilderness. Stay in the region's very best accommodation, including the exclusive Ngauwudu Safari Camp, Bungle Bungle Savannah Lodge and Cable Beach Club Resort and Spa, and travel in luxury aboard a 5- star 4WD Mercedes ...

North West Holiday Planner

With travel tips, itineraries, national park and town highlights, the annual Australia's North West Holiday Planner is your guide to the Kimberley and Pilbara.

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