This is Kununurra
Kununurra – land of big waters – is found in Australia’s stunning and remote Kimberley region of Western Australia.
By harnessing the power of the mighty Ord River, we are blessed with plenty of water, and do we make the most of it! Lake Argyle, the largest man-made lake in the southern hemisphere, is a stunning inland sea, dotted with islands and a gorgeous sunset setting. Talking of sunsets, the sun goes down pretty early here, so get yourself into a good spot by 4.30, take a picnic, sit at a waterside bar or get on a boat for something super instagrammable. Take a cruise on Lake Kununurra, winding through the stunning cliffs and rapids, and look out for brolgas, jabiru and freshwater crocs.
Looking to get even more up close and personal to nature? Head down the lower Ord, where you can try and catch a barramundi and spot some Saltwater crocodiles.
Purnululu is one of just 20 World Heritage sites in Australia, and it’s just down the road (in Kimberley kilometres!). A mere 300ks by road or a short flight will get you to the home of the Bungle Bungles. Remember ‘Still Call Australia Home’? Part of that was filmed here. Take a walk, camp or enjoy a luxury lodge.
Make sure you spend time at El Questro, a spectacular wilderness park 50km along the famous Gibb River Road. Casual camping or high end accommodation, fine dining and billion night skies, the choice is yours.
Visit our 3 wonderful art galleries, go on a cultural tour with Miriuwing Gajerrong leaders, try out some jewellery, including the famous pink diamond from the nearby Argyle Diamond Mine.
Explore the agricultural highlights of the surrounding Ord Irrigation Area – it not only tastes good, it looks pretty spectacular too!
Kununurra is a small town, with just 7000 inhabitants, but during the ‘dry’ season, between April and September, the population doubles with people from all around the world keen to explore. Heard of the Mitchell Falls? This iconic triple fall is a flight away, as is Kalumburu, WA’s most northerly community, en route to the breath-taking coast. After a good ‘wet’ season, the waterfalls are pumping and transform the landscape. Surely some of the world’s best looking storms can be found up here!
Enjoy this video of our town and region and call the Visitor Centre here at Kununurra for more information and to help you make the very most of your trip to this unforgettable place. We are a not-for-profit organisation and charge exactly the same price as going directly to the operators. We are your one-stop-shop for information, suggestions and bookings. By making your booking with us, you help us keep going.
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This video explains on where to get your national parks pass from if you are doing the Gibb River road in Western Australia going from east to west or Kununurra to Broome
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Kununurra Country Club Resort is located in the town centre, just 3km from the Kununurra Airport. Onsite facilities inclulde a swimming pool, entertainment deck patios and free onsite parking.
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Kununurra, Western Australia
Kununurra is a small town built on big dreams. In a remote corner of the vast Kimberley region of Western Australia, its unaffected pastoral feel makes a comfortable base from which to explore the majestic natural attractions in the rugged surrounding landscape.
Kununurra's existence is due entirely to a grand engineering scheme to harness the Ord River, and establish an agriculture industry in the area. The town itself came into existence in the late 1950s as a support centre for the Ord Irrigation scheme. A few vanguard families slowly spread their multi-thousand acre properties across the fertile plain. In recent years, it has unceasingly shaken off its pragmatic origins to develop infrastructure for the growing number of visitors to this previously difficult-to-visit part of the Kimberley. From the initial handful of pioneering farmers, the permanent population has now grown to around 7,000. The town was officially gazetted as recently as 1961.
In the early days, farmers experimented with a range of crops and had variable results. Crops such as cotton and rice were dismal failures as pests and birds ate it quicker than it could grow. But sugar cane, bananas, melons and mangos became a very successful cash crop. In recent years, sandalwood plantations became more abundant. A trial of commercial hemp proved to be viable and production is tipped to be expanded once the states draconian laws can be modernised.
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Destination WA - Road to Kununurra
Sometimes the best part is the journey not the destination.
The Warmun Roadhouse offers guests a relaxing place to stay for the night, with powered caravan site or motel accommodation
Lake Argyle is Australia's largest artificial lake by volume.
Some Boab trees have been known to be older then 1500 years old, which makes them the oldest living beings in Australia, and puts them amongst the oldest in the world.
Freshwater East Kimberley Apartments - Kununurra Hotels, Australia
Freshwater East Kimberley Apartments 4.5 Stars Hotel in Kununurra ,Australia Within US Travel Directory Freshwater East Kimberley Apartments offer a free airport transfer from Kununurra Airport with a prior booking.
The property is within a 5-minute drive of the airport and Artlandish Aboriginal Art Gallery.
Guests enjoy free laundry service and free Wi-Fi access.
The air-conditioned apartments offer a kitchen or a kitchenette with a microwave, kitchenware and a fridge.
Amenities include ironing equipment, a DVD player and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.
The property has a resort-style pool, a 24-hour reception and guests can enjoy a barbecue by the poolside.
Free parking is provided.
Breakfast packs, which include fresh fruits, eggs, cereals, fruit juice, milk and a copy of the local newspaper, are available upon request.
East Kimberley Freshwater is a within a 6-minute drive of Kununurra Visitor Centre and Hidden Valley National Park.
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Lake Kununurra (Ord River)
Check out some of the astounding landscapes on offer at the 'man-made' Lake Kununurra. Initially formed by the construction of the Diversion Dam back in 1963, Lake Kununurra now houses a vast variety of amazing flora and fauna! Try to spot the baby crocodile we came across on our lunch cruise with Triple J Tours! Keen on exploring these spectacular sights and seeing some freshies? Get in touch with us for more information!
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Would you jump in? - Lake Argyle to Kununurra. Ep.53
Lake Argyle via Kununurra to Bungle Bungles????????????
After crossing the WA border???? we headed straight down to Lake Argyle for a few nights. We initially set up at the free camp near the spill way. We then drove into Lake Argyle Resort to look into cruises???? and availability. Hearing such great things about the sunset cruise, we decided to splash out and book ourselves some seats.????
We had a great two days relaxing at the spillway camp, recharging our batteries and laying about. On the third day, we packed up early and headed into the Lake Argyle Resort????. All the staff were very nice and let us check in at 9am. We made use of all the facilities, doing some washing and relaxing in the pool, all before our sunset cruise later that afternoon. ????
It was a brilliant few hours at on the Lake, learning about it and seeing different points of interest???? (see previous post for sunset cruise photos). After the cruise, we treated ourselves to dinner and drinks at the bar. Sitting back, sipping down a coldy???? while listening to the live entertainment. You can see why people love staying here.
Our next destination was into Kununurra, to top up with fresh fruit and veggies!???? Unfortunately for us we didn’t realize alot of the town is shut on Sundays, so very little was open. We chose to go up the road to camp and return the next day. Our campsite of choice was ‘Buttons Crossing’ for the night. It was a nice peaceful place, on the edge of a sandy river. Just have to be careful as the river was croccy ????
The next day we drove over the iconic Ivanhoe water crossing and got a few pictures????. Then detouring up the road to check out the Hoochery Distillery. After a few samples and a light lunch we headed back into Kununurra to grab some groceries and refill our gas. We camped at a free camp about 30km out of town, as we had planned to detour down⬇️ to the Bungles Bungles for a look.
We set up camp at the Spring Creek Rest area which is 1km south of the Bungle Bungles intersection. Day tripping it in to visit the Domes, Cathedral gorge and Echidna Chasm. The 50km dirt road from the intersection into the Information centre was horrendous????. It took us 90 minutes each way and it was in a terrible condition.
The next day we made our way up to Cockburn rest area for an overnight stop???? before starting the infamous Gibb River Road the following day.
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Purnululu (Bungle Bungle) National Park
The Bungle Bungle Range is an astonishing formation of beehive-shaped sandstone domes, situated in Purnululu National Park, Purnululu is one of only 20 UNESCO listed World Heritage Sites in Australia.
Atmospheric, breathtaking and unforgettable, walk amongst the 250-metre-high domes and marvel at the changing colours of the rocks during the day. Long known by the Gija people of the East Kimberley, it wasn’t ‘discovered’ by Europeans until 1983 when a film crew saw it from the air. A short flight from Kununurra, or a 300km drive makes this jewel of the Kimberley easily accessible for today’s visitors.
There are several walks within the park of varying
length and difficulty, all of which are sure to delight. Choose to join up with a guide and really learn about how the land was used by the locals
many years ago. You will learn about Aboriginal art, spinifex plants and their many uses, the intricacy of termite colonies and much more.
As well as enjoying the 360 million-year-old domes, things not to miss in Purnululu include Cathedral Gorge, a natural amphitheatre which
amplifies every sound, Echidna Chasm with its winding path through two massive rock formations, stunning views over the Tanami
desert and Piccaninny Creek, one of the longer but rewarding walks.
This footage was taken on the Bungle Bungle Wanderer tour with Aviair and Bungle Bungle Guided Tours, and even our video cannot express how incredible the experience was! Get in touch with us to find out more about this combo or Kingfisher Tours fly+walk day tour.
Seasol Spring Carnival Garden Tour - Kununurra Country Club (Kununurra, W.A)
Seasol Spring Carnival Garden Tour - Kununurra Country Club (Kununurra, W.A)
Kununurra Country Club: Kununurra Western Australia, boasts some of the states most natural landscapes. Striking rock formations as old as the earth, waterfalls, lush tropical jungles and plenty of birds. One of the most outstanding features of this garden however, is the roses. They add even more colour to the natural looking jungle landscape.
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Disocvery Parks - Lake Kununurra on Whats Up Downunder
This episode of Whats Up Downunder is the last in the series of the team's Top End Adventure and features Discovery Parks - Lake Kununurra in the Kimberley region of Western Australia.
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Wirraway-Challenge - Part 1 - Finding the A20-62 Forced Landing Site
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Finding the A20-62 Forced Landing Site - 9 min. 41 sec.
Kununurra Historical Society Inc. Archive and Kununurra Museum
This Digital Video (DV) set in 8 parts, was originally crafted in 2005 as a DVD for the Kununurra Museum - Wirraway-Challenge Display. This has now been made public in November 2015, as we now have a rights agreement with, and thanks to, the ABC. They have allowed us to use the audio from a radio interview made in 2005, by Vanessa Mills of ABC Kimberley Regional radio, Broome, as well as a radio interview recorded by Adrienne Francis at the Kununurra Museum for the ABC Country Hour. These are both used as the audio for some parts of the DV.
It is also now 10 years since the opening of the display on March 20th 2005 by one of Wirraway A20-62's pilots (in March 1942), Lew Dwyer. The forced-landing site was first located and filmed, then salvaged by Andrew, Mario and Marieke in September and October 2004 and then creating these DVs and the Wirraway-Challenge display which was opened by Lew Dwyer at the Kununurra Museum on March 20th 2005, the same date they force landed in 1942.
[Wirraway means Challenge]
Here the story of finding the Wirraway A20-62 (March 20th 1942) forced-landing site in 2004, on the far north East Kimberley Region coastal saltmarsh, about 6km from the Northern Territory border (129 degrees east longitude), just inside Western Australia. Along the border coastline, where they force-landed in March 1942 is right in the middle of the widest part of the huge coastal saltmarsh that is there, being almost 40km from the bush to the actual coastline.
The site was found while looking for glacial rocks that were marked on an old Geological map (Later they were found to not be glacial tillite, but in fact river tumbled rocks from an ancient Ord-Victoria River system ? - Here being between the Keep River and Cambridge Gulf).
Many parts which were salvaged in September and October 2004 are now on permanent display at the Kununurra Museum.
The pilot of the Wirraway, Lew Dwyer phoned me a few weeks ago, and has regularly since 2004, Lew turned 94 a few weeks ago in October 2015.
Andrew Barker (President) for Kununurra Historical Society.
November 4th 2015
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Lake Argyle
Its sheer size alone makes Lake Argyle worth a visit, being recognised as the second largest man-made reservoir in Australia. However, don't be fooled by its 'man-made' prefix though, as these waters are much more than a vital part of an irrigation system. With more than 26 different species of fish and an estimated population of over 25,000 freshwater crocodiles, Lake Argyle has evolved into a natural sanctuary for the native wildlife. Be sure to visit the lake on your next Kimberley Adventure! We highly recommend hopping on a cruise with Lake Argyle Cruises or Lake Argyle Tours & Cruises - Kimberley Durack, as there really isn't a better way to unwind and soak in the outstanding sights. Get in touch with us if you'd like to learn more about the lake and the tours on offer.
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The Kimberley, WA - AUSTRALIA
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Kununurra Country Club Resort - Kununurra Hotels, Australia
Kununurra Country Club Resort 4 Stars Hotel in Kununurra ,Australia Within US Travel Directory Kununurra Country Club Resort is located in the town centre, just 3 km from the Kununurra Airport.
Onsite facilities inclulde a swimming pool, entertainment deck patios and free onsite parking.
Guests can enjoy a drink or meal at the onsite Kelly's Bar & Grill.
Each of the stylish rooms feature an open-plan living area offering a work desk, a refrigerator and a TV with free cable channels.
This 4-star resort offers a free airport shuttle service.
Guests are kindly asked to book the free shuttle in advance.
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What's Up Downunder Season 4 Episode 12 - Triple J Tours - Lake Kununurra Bird Life
Rick goes bird watching on Lake Kununurra with Triple J Tours. For more information visit and to get all the latest news from WUDU like our Facebook page.
What's Up Downunder Season 4 Episode 12 - Discovery Holiday Parks Kununurra Pt2
Terry and Rick help our for Mothers Day with a pancake breakfast at Discovery Holiday Parks Kununurra. For more information visit and to get all the latest news from WUDU like our Facebook page.
Kununurra Lakeside Resort - Kununurra Hotels, Australia
Kununurra Lakeside Resort 3.5 Stars Hotel in Kununurra , Australia Within US Travel Directory Occupying a prime waterfront position, Kununurra Resort is located on 3 acres of grassy lawns offering access to a private wharf.
Guests enjoy a bistro, a bar and a saltwater swimming pool.
Each air-conditioned room features a patio.
Located in East Kimberly, Kununurra Lakeside Resort is 1 km from Kununurra’s CBD.
It is 3.
2 km from Hidden Valley National Park and 5.
4 km from Kununurra Airport.
All rooms offer a 36-inch flat-screen TV, a DVD player and tea/coffee making facilities.
Some rooms offer a kitchenette.
Each room has a private bathroom with a shower and hairdryer.
Leisurely afternoons can be spent on the wharf fishing and bird watching.
The tour desk can help arrange sightseeing trips.
An a la carte menu is served throughout winter and during special events at The Sails Garden Bar & Bistro.
During the warmer months, you can enjoy dining in The Durack Room.
Free WiFi is offered in the bar and restaurant areas.
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El Questro
El Questro Wilderness Park... what an amazing place! This was our experience on the El Questro Day Tour, which covers Emma Gorge, Zebedee Springs and Chamberlain Gorge! Get in touch with us for more information on El Questro.