A half-day that pairs a low-level seaplane flight with a high-speed boat ride through the Horizontal Falls. Expect dramatic tidal flows, island cruises, and a cooked breakfast or barramundi BBQ on board.
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You feel the plane before you see the place: a low-thrum of turboprop, the spray of the Kimberley laid out below like a rough-hewn map. The seaplane slips onto the calm skin of Talbot Bay and for a moment the world contracts to the metallic click of lifejackets and the salt-slick horizon. Minutes later the 900hp fast boat cuts a clean line toward the Horizontal Falls—two narrow tidal gaps in limestone ledges where the ocean’s mood flips with the tide and water actively pushes through, daring the boat to keep pace.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
6 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; you should be able to step on and off a seaplane and stable fast-boat decks
Wildlife
History
This coast is country of the Bardi and Nyul Nyul peoples; Broome’s pearling history shaped the region’s modern settlements and maritime culture.
Conservation
Tidal flats and island ecosystems are fragile—use reef-safe sunscreen, follow crew guidance during wildlife encounters, and avoid disturbing nesting shorebirds.
Reserve your spot on the Broome to Horizontal Falls Half Day Adventure today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Declare your weight accurately
Operators require each passenger’s weight at booking and will weigh you at check-in; inaccurate information can lead to refusal to board.
Time your visit with the tide
The Horizontal Falls’ intensity depends on tide shifts—ask your operator which tide window to expect for the best flow experience.
Prepare for spray and sun
Bring reef-safe sunscreen, a wide-brim hat, and a lightweight wind shell—the boat ride is exposed and the Kimberley sun is strong.
Bring anti-nausea measures
The fast-boat thrill can unsettle sensitive stomachs; take motion-sickness medication before boarding if you’re prone to seasickness.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects reef ecosystems and prevents sunburn during exposed flight and boat time
summer
Sturdy water shoes
Non-slip footwear for boarding, island shorelines, and wet boat decks
Light windbreaker
Blocks spray and early-morning chill on the seaplane and boat deck
winter
Camera with secure strap
Low-level flight and the boat bow offer dramatic photo opportunities—strap it to avoid loss