How can I see Mitchell Falls on a Kimberley cruise?

What are the Mitchells Falls? The Mitchell Falls is one of my seven top Kimberley cruise icons but it many travellers choose not to see it. These four-tiered falls (not three as people sometimes think) are the embodiment of the rugged Kimberley landsca…

Where do Kimberley Cruises depart from?

Kimberley cruises from Broome When most people think of a cruise along the Kimberley coast, most instinctively think of Broome and they are correct. The vast majority of Kimberley cruises will either start or finish (sometimes both) in Broome. Broome h…

Can you swim on a Kimberley Cruise?

Here’s an e-mail I received today (in full) “Hi Jenny, Thanks for your information but here is my number one question – Can you swim in the Kimberley?” This is one of the most frequently asked general Kimberley cruising queries we receive. Another is:…

How to get Kimberley Cruise Deals

Six tips for getting the best deal on a Kimberley Coast cruise. Plenty of people ask me “how easy is it to get a Kimberley cruise deal?” Below are my six tips on making sure you get a good deal. Before we go through these tips though please remember th…

When is the best time to cruise the Kimberley?

The Kimberley is a land of many extremes……. And that is certainly the case when it comes to the weather. Choosing the right time to take your Kimberley cruise is essential. Kimberley cruise is essential. It is always warm (well hot in fact) in the…

Why are Kimberley cruises expensive?

“Wow, that’s a lot. I could get a holiday to Europe for that, with change” Be honest…you might have the same thoughts as well? Occasionally we get this feedback when talking to people about small ship cruising along the Kimberley coast. And we certainl…

Cruising the Kimberley Coast

There is no ‘one size fits all’ when it comes to Kimberley Cruises. Each vessel has something different to offer so it’s important to know which one is right for you. Here is a brief overview of some of the factors to consider but remember you can book…

King George river

Kimberley cruises for 2021

“Hurry  – book now before we’ve sold out” – we know you’ve heard it all before – classic marketing speak especially in the travel industry. But please, believe me when I say,  this time it is actually true! This is the tightest availabil…

Staircase to moon

What is the staircase to the Moon?

“Drink in the moon as though you might die of thirst.” Sanober Khan North Western Australia’s The Staircase to The Moon can be as magical as it sounds. Rather than simply viewing the sunset and marking the end of a beautiful day, spectators can wi…

Iron island

Get in a flap about Kimberley’s birdlife

The abundance of gorges, watering holes, plains, mudflats, mangroves, forests and rainforests in the Kimberley region means that it is a haven for birdlife. As many of the birds are curious rather than scared of humans, you can often get up close. Howe…