Five add-ons worth the splurge

A budget overland tour of the Kimberley is a great way to save, but there are a few activities worth getting the credit card out for…

1Horizontal Falls

Usually seen on pricey boat tours around the Kimberley coast and Buccaneer Archipelago, this natural phenomenon, where the sea flows horizontally through a tiny gap in the mountains, is well worth a look. Horizontal Falls Adventures (horizontalfallsadventures.com. au) offers seaplane trips out from Broome, including a meal on a boat, the chance to swim with sharks and a fast boat ride through the falls. Prices from AUS$850 (£472).

2Camel ride, Broome

Look up Broome online and you’ll be deluged with shots of camels marching along the sands at sunset. Combine a ride with a half-day tour at Kimberley Wild Expeditions (kimberleywild.com.au), offering a fascinating insight into early life in Broome. Prices from AUS$89 (£49).

3Helicopter ride over the Bungle Bungles

Seeing the park’s striped sandstone domes from the ground is incredible, but gazing down on them from a helicopter is mind-blowing. Prices from AUS$299 (£166) with Heli Spirit (helispirit.com.au).

4Lake Argyle cruise

From the Bungle Bungles, take a short trip to camp and watch the incredible sunset from this huge lake. Offered as an add-on by Kimberley Adventure Tours for AUS$120 (£67).

5Aboriginal tour, Darwin

Pudakul Aboriginal Cultural Tours (pudakul.com.au) offers a unique insight into the life of the Aboriginal residents of the Top End. Take the Wetland Discovery Tour to see the local crocs and birdlife by boat. Prices from AUS$165 (£92).