North West Australia

Travel Guide

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The Gibb River Road is an absolutely amazing experience. Its in my Top 5 List of Places to Visit in Australia and it is truly a special destination with postcard perfect waterholes, pounding waterfalls and spectacular sunsets over one of Australia's most picturesque ranges, the Cockburns! (not pronounced as dirty as its spelt, but rather as 'coburn'.) 

You can hire a 4WD from Broome or Kununurra or jump on a tour with one of the off-road tour buses. 

For must know information on driving the road in a rental car check out: 
http://www.seesomethingnew.com.au/australia/western-australia/going-rental-gibb-river-road for
This is Fortescue Falls. It's a great place to cool off fo a swim when it's hot. The terraced rock is handy to sit down & take in the scenery too.
I had taken the camel ride the evening before and it was a cloudless sunset... so glad that this sunset wasn't - such a cool sky with the reflections in the sand... I enjoyed photographing it a lot more than I enjoyed my camel ride though...    Tip:  the Blue Camels are closer to the sea than the Red or the Yellow also the wet sand makes for great reflections  #Reflections #beachtips

Where to stay in North West Australia

Cable Beach showing land animals, a sunset and landscape views

Cable Beach

The pristine beaches and picturesque gardens are top of the list for many visitors to Cable Beach. A stop by Cable Beach or Buddha Sanctuary might round out your trip.

Cable Beach
Broome which includes cycling, a coastal town and a city

Djugun

Beaches and restaurants are just a few things travelers like about Djugun. A stop by Chinatown is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Djugun
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South Hedland

You might want to check out the restaurants and shopping while spending time exploring South Hedland.

South Hedland
Classic sunset at Cable Beach, Broome

Bilingurr

If you're spending some time in Bilingurr, Cable Beach and Broome Wildlife Centre Reserve are top sights worth seeing.

Bilingurr
Gantheaume Point featuring landscape views and rugged coastline

Minyirr

You'll enjoy the beaches and gardens in Minyirr. You might want to make time for a stop at Roebuck Bay or Broome Golf Club.

Minyirr
Even though I’m a full time travel photographer I have so far resisted the urge to buy a drone. I love that I can honestly say that any tourist can see the same views that I shoot! This is Broome from the air, taken on a scenic helicopter flight with KAS Helicopters. The Kimberley is best seen from the air or water in my opinion. 😍😍 Western Australia.

Broome Town Centre

While visiting Broome Town Centre, you might make a stop by sights like Matso's Brewery and SSJG Heritage Centre Broome.

Broome Town Centre
Mantarays Ningaloo Beach Resort

Mantarays Ningaloo Beach Resort

4.5 out of 5
Madaffari Drive Exmouth WA
The price is ₩385,471 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
₩385,471
₩424,018 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Exmouth. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (604 reviews)
Nice big and clean room right next to the pool and beach

Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026

Mantarays Ningaloo Beach Resort
Oaks Cable Beach Resort

Oaks Cable Beach Resort

4.5 out of 5
11 Oryx Road Cable Beach WA
The price is ₩203,815 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
₩203,815
₩203,815 total
Feb 23 - Feb 24
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Broome. Enjoy free parking, 4 outdoor pools, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Buddha Sanctuary and Cable ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (625 reviews)
Clean spacious greatbpool

Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026

Oaks Cable Beach Resort
Oaks Broome Hotel

Oaks Broome Hotel

4.5 out of 5
99 Robinson Street Broome WA
The price is ₩203,815 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
₩203,815
₩203,815 total
Feb 23 - Feb 24
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Broome. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Broome Historical Society ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (857 reviews)
Clean and friendly staff

Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026

Oaks Broome Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Oaks Cable Beach Resort

Oaks Cable Beach Resort

4.5 out of 5
11 Oryx Road Cable Beach WA
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Broome. Enjoy free parking, 4 outdoor pools, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Buddha Sanctuary and Cable ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (625 reviews)
Clean spacious greatbpool

Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026

Oaks Cable Beach Resort
Oaks Broome Hotel

Oaks Broome Hotel

4.5 out of 5
99 Robinson Street Broome WA
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Broome. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Broome Historical Society ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (857 reviews)
Clean and friendly staff

Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026

Oaks Broome Hotel
Exmouth Escape Resort

Exmouth Escape Resort

4 out of 5
375 Murat Rd Exmouth WA
Stay at this aparthotel in Exmouth. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Town ...
9/10 Wonderful! (402 reviews)
Perfect accommodation, excellent facilities (nothing is missing) and very friendly service.

Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025

Exmouth Escape Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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