Broome to Darwin Roadtrip Itinerary

🛣️ Distance: 220 km | 🚐 Drive Time: 2.5 hrs

Things to Do:

• 🏖️ Cable Beach sunrise before departure

• 🌉 Explore the famous Boab Prison Tree

• 🌅 Sunset at Derby Jetty (longest tidal range in Australia!)

Food Spots:

• 🍳 Spinifex Café (Broome)

• 🍔 Jila Gallery Café (Derby)

Campgrounds:

• 🏕️ West Kimberley Lodge & Caravan Park

• 🏕️ Derby Lodge Caravan Park

🛣️ Distance: 150 km | 🚐 Drive Time: 3 hrs (gravel road)

Things to Do:

• 🏞️ Walk into Windjana Gorge — look out for freshwater crocs!

• 🌌 Stargazing in true outback darkness

Food Tip:

• 🥪 Pack supplies before leaving Derby — limited food stops on the Gibb River Road

Campgrounds:

• 🏕️ Windjana Gorge Campground (National Park)

• 🏕️ Bush camping permitted in designated areas

🛣️ Distance: 120 km | 🚐 Drive Time: 3.5 hrs

Things to Do:

• 🏞️ Hike and swim at Bell Gorge – one of the Kimberley’s best waterfalls

• 🐦 Birdwatching and relaxing at Silent Grove

Campgrounds:

• 🏕️ Silent Grove Campground (close to Bell Gorge)

• 🏕️ Mount Barnett Roadhouse (if continuing later)

🛣️ Distance: 420 km | 🚐 Drive Time: 6–8 hrs (rough road conditions)

Things to Do:

• 🏞️ Admire stunning outback scenery

• 🛁 End the day soaking in Zebedee Springs (El Questro)

Campgrounds:

• 🏕️ El Questro Station Campground

• 🏕️ Emma Gorge Resort (if splashing out)

Tip: High-clearance 4WD recommended on some Gibb River Road sections. Check local conditions.

🛣️ Base Day

Things to Do:

• 🥾 Hike El Questro Gorge

• 💦 Swim under Emma Gorge Falls

• 🐎 Optional horseback or scenic helicopter tour

Food Spots:

• 🍽️ The Steakhouse Restaurant (El Questro Station)

• ☕ Emma Gorge Café

Campgrounds:

• 🏕️ Stay a second night at El Questro Station

🛣️ Distance: 160 km | 🚐 Drive Time: 2.5 hrs

Things to Do:

• ⛵ Sunset cruise on Lake Argyle

• 🏊 Infinity pool overlooking the lake

• 🛍️ Explore local art galleries in Kununurra

Food Spots:

• 🍳 Wild Mango Café (Kununurra)

• 🍝 Pumphouse Restaurant

Campgrounds:

• 🏕️ Lake Argyle Resort & Caravan Park (infinity pool!)

• 🏕️ Discovery Parks – Kununurra

🛣️ Distance: 515 km | 🚐 Drive Time: 5.5–6 hrs

Things to Do:

• 🚶 Short walk at Judbarra / Gregory National Park

• 🏊 Relax in Katherine Hot Springs

• 📸 Visit the Katherine Outback Experience (music + horses)

Food Spots:

• 🍽️ Pop Rocket Café

• 🥘 The Finch Café

Campgrounds:

• 🏕️ Knotts Crossing Resort

• 🏕️ Katherine Holiday Park

🛣️ Distance: 320 km | 🚐 Drive Time: 3.5 hrs

Things to Do:

• 💦 Morning swim at Edith Falls

• 🏞️ Optional detour to Litchfield National Park (adds 1–2 hours)

• 🏙️ Explore Darwin Waterfront Precinct

Food Spots:

• 🦐 Stokes Hill Wharf

• 🍜 Hanuman Darwin

Campgrounds:

• 🏕️ BIG4 Howard Springs

• 🏕️ Darwin FreeSpirit Resort

• 🛠️ Parts of the Gibb River Road are rough — check vehicle suitability when booking

• 📶 Expect limited phone signal in the outback

• ⛽ Fill up at every roadhouse — they’re few and far between!

• 📦 Stock up on groceries in Broome and Kununurra

• 📲 Download Wikicamps or CamperMate for campsites

With Imoova’s $1/day campervan rental deals, this rugged yet iconic Aussie adventure becomes affordable, exciting, and unforgettable. From the red cliffs of the Kimberley to the waterfalls of the Top End — this is the real Australia.