Kimberley Scenic Flights
The Kimberley is one of the most remote regions on earth — three times the size of England, with almost no roads. Scenic flights are the practical way to see Horizontal Falls, the Bungle Bungle Range, Mitchell Falls, King George Falls and the Cockburn Range.
Why fly over The Kimberley
Most flights depart Broome (for Horizontal Falls and Cape Leveque), Kununurra (for the Bungle Bungles and Lake Argyle) or Derby. Multi-day air safaris combine fixed-wing flights with seaplane landings on remote tidal inlets.
Trip times
Full day — fixed-wing out, seaplane landing, jet boat through the falls, swim, fly home.
2 hours fixed-wing flyover, or full-day with helicopter landing in Cathedral Gorge.
Full day — fly in, helicopter shuttle to the falls, swim, fly out.
4–10 day air tours covering all major landmarks. From ~$5,000 pp.
Aircraft available
Cessna 208 Caravans cover the distance. Most multi-stop tours use these.
Cessna 208 amphibians land at Horizontal Falls and Talbot Bay.
R44s and AS350s for Bungle Bungle landings and Mitchell Falls shuttles.
Best time of year
The only realistic window. 25–32 °C days, no rain, all roads and lodges open.
Cool nights, calm winds, perfect flying conditions. Book 6+ months ahead.
Flights significantly reduced. Mitchell Falls and many remote landings closed. Horizontal Falls still operates from Broome.
What to expect
- 01Distances are huge — most worthwhile flights are full-day, not 1-hour scenics.
- 02Mornings have the best light and calmest conditions. Afternoon thermals make for a bumpier ride.
- 03Heat, humidity and small aircraft = motion sickness for some. Eat lightly before flying.
- 04Strict luggage limits on multi-day air safaris — soft bags only, often 10–15 kg.
Where to fly to The Kimberley from
FAQs
How long is the Horizontal Falls scenic flight?
The classic Broome day trip is about 8 hours door-to-door including the jet boat and lunch on the houseboat. The flying itself is around 90 minutes total.
Can you visit the Bungle Bungles without a scenic flight?
Yes by 4WD via Purnululu, but it's a long rough drive. A scenic flight from Kununurra is the only way to see the beehive domes from above — which is the point.