Half-Day Helicopter Experience: Lunch at Eco Beach from Broome
4 hours
From AUD $1139
Gibb River Road, the Bungle Bungles and a million square kilometres of ancient wild country.
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Best time to visit The Kimberley
Based on 30 years of weather data. Sweet spot: Jun, Jul, Aug — mild temperatures, low rainfall and plenty of sun. Avoid Jan, Feb if you can — typically the wettest or hottest stretch of the year.
Jan
42°
19° low
233mm
Feb
40°
17° low
233mm
Mar
41°
15° low
157mm
Apr
39°
11° low
28mm
May
36°
7° low
13mm
Jun
35°
4° low
8mm
Jul
34°
6° low
2mm
Aug
38°
8° low
1mm
Sep
39°
10° low
5mm
Oct
43°
15° low
35mm
Nov
43°
17° low
85mm
Dec
44°
17° low
187mm
Daytime high (large) · overnight low (small) · monthly rainfall (blue bar). Climate normals: 1991–2020 from Open-Meteo's ERA5 reanalysis.
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Frequently asked about The Kimberley
- Where is The Kimberley?
- The Kimberley is in Western Australia, Australia, Australia. The destination guide above maps the area; the drive-times panel further down lists distances to other Australia destinations so you can pencil it into a longer itinerary.
- When is the best time to visit The Kimberley?
- Based on 30 years of climate data, the most comfortable months at The Kimberley are typically July, June, August — milder temperatures, lower rainfall, and longer sunshine hours. January tends to be the trickiest month weather-wise. School holiday weeks (Easter, late June–early July, late September, mid-December–late January) get busy and prices rise, so shoulder season is usually the sweet spot if you're flexible.
- What's the weather like in The Kimberley?
- Summer daytime highs average around 44°C and winter overnight lows can drop to about 4°C. Annual rainfall sits at roughly 985 mm spread across the year. The climate panel above breaks every month down — daytime high, overnight low, monthly rain, sunny days — so you can match the trip to the weather you want.
- How many days should I spend at The Kimberley?
- Most travellers spend a day at The Kimberley to cover the highlights without rushing. There are 4 bookable tours and experiences, 0 attractions and 0+ named viewpoints/landmarks listed for the area on this page — plenty to fill a weekend, more if you slow down and explore the outer reaches.
- Is The Kimberley good for families with kids?
- The Kimberley is generally suited to families — outdoor space, accommodation options for all budgets, and a slower pace away from the major cities. The "What else is around" panel above lists everything nearby; if a museum, aquarium or wildlife park is what your kids want, check the closest larger town for those.
- Is there public transport at The Kimberley?
- Coverage varies — major destinations have train and bus links from the closest capital, but smaller regional towns rely on infrequent coach services. The most reliable way to explore the wider area is a hire car or your own vehicle. If you're using public transport, plan around the timetables and check the night before you travel; rural routes are often once or twice a day.
- How much does a trip to The Kimberley cost?
- Budget travellers can do The Kimberley on roughly $120–180 per person per day (caravan park, cooking your own, free walks); mid-range $200–350 (hotel, paid attractions, eating out once a day); higher-end $400+ (boutique stays, tours, fine dining). Fuel is the big variable — Australia's regional driving distances add up. Tours and attractions in the listings above show prices in AUD where the operator publishes them.
- Will I have phone signal at The Kimberley?
- Most named destinations in Australia have at least Telstra and Optus coverage in town. Coverage drops off quickly outside built-up areas — particularly in national parks, valleys and along long stretches of highway. If you're heading into remote areas, download offline maps before you leave, tell someone your itinerary, and consider a PLB (personal locator beacon) for serious bush walks.
