Kimberley Scenic and Prehistoric Cruise with Platters

This 5-hour cruise focuses on the natural side of the Kimberley, with a mix of coastal scenery, wildlife spotting and ancient history. You’ll travel in a purpose-built shallow landing vessel designed to access creek inlets, secluded bays and beach landing spots that bigger boats can’t reach. The headline draw is seeing 120-million-year-old dinosaur footprints, but the trip also includes bright red cliffs, aqua water, mangrove ecosystems and a decent chance of spotting birds and marine life along the way. Sparkling wine and gourmet platters are included, so it leans more towards a relaxed small-group eco cruise than a basic budget boat trip.

The cruise heads along the rugged Kimberley coastline and into the mangrove creek system of Dampier Creek, with time to take in the changing colours of Roebuck Bay and the more sheltered inlets and bays along the route. There’s an idyllic beach landing during the trip, and one of the key moments is exploring the area’s prehistoric dinosaur footprints. Wildlife is a big part of the experience too, with sightings that may include sea eagles, kites, ospreys, pelicans, jabiru and large numbers of wader birds. Keep an eye on the water as well, as turtles, dolphins, manta rays and sharks are often seen. The tour includes sparkling wine and gourmet platters while you cruise. A moderate level of fitness is recommended.