Horizontal Falls

Welcome to the Horizontal Falls, a place famously described by Sir David Attenborough as 'Australia’s most unusual natural wonder.' Located in the remote Buccaneer Archipelago within the Kimberley region of Western Australia,…

The 'falls' themselves are formed by two specific gaps in the sandstone ridges of the McLarty Range, situated about 300 meters apart. The seaward gap is approximately 20 meters wide, while the landward one is even narrower, at…

The Horizontal Falls are situated within the traditional lands of the Dumba Mongari people, who have cared for this country for thousands of years. For the traditional owners, this is a deeply spiritual place. …

Because there are no roads to the Horizontal Falls, the center of all visitor activity is the permanent floating base in Talbot Bay. This fleet of houseboats and support vessels provides a unique and exclusive position right…

The most visceral way to experience the falls is by boarding one of the specially designed fast boats. These vessels are built with high-horsepower engines specifically to navigate the powerful currents and whirlpools of the gaps. …

After the high-energy excitement of the falls, the tour often includes a relaxing cruise through the nearby Cyclone Creek. This sheltered waterway offers a stark contrast to the churning gaps, showcasing the 'pristine beauty' and…

The waters of the Horizontal Falls Marine Park are a biodiversity hotspot, teeming with species that have adapted to the extreme tidal environment. The park covers approximately 350,000 hectares, providing a sanctuary for fish…

As your journey at the Horizontal Falls concludes, it is worth contemplating the sheer scale of the forces we have witnessed today. We have stood at the edge of a 2-billion-year-old landscape, felt the surge of some of the…