About this tour
This 6.5-hour Kimberley adventure departs Derby by helicopter, flying over remote mudflats and craggy ranges before landing on a houseboat at Horizontal Falls. You'll blast through the falls on a speedboat, then settle onto a floating pontoon for fresh barramundi whilst gazing up at towering cliffs. The return flight home offers a final sweep across Talbot Bay and inland ranges. Everyone gets a window seat and expert narration throughout.
Highlights
- Helicopter flight over Kimbolton and McLarty Ranges from Derby
- High-speed powerboat run through Horizontal Falls tidal surge
- Fresh barramundi lunch on floating pontoon surrounded by cliffs
- Guaranteed window seats on all flight segments
- Swim in designated shark-free enclosure at marine platform
- Morning tea on remote houseboat before the action
- Expert guides share Kimberley ecology and local knowledge
What to expect
You'll start with a scenic helicopter departure from Derby, banking over ochre mudflats and jagged ranges before touching down at a houseboat in the middle of nowhere. After tea, a speedboat takes you through the falls themselves—a thrilling tidal race between narrow gorge walls. Lunch follows on a pontoon, barramundi on the plate and cliff faces towering overhead. If you fancy it, there's a safe swimming spot in an enclosed area. The return helicopter flight stitches together the landscape you've just experienced, offering perspective on how remote this corner of Australia truly is.
Good to know
Suitable for all fitness levels. Wear sun protection and bring swimmers. Morning tea and barramundi lunch included. All passengers get window seats. The helicopter flight totals 2 hours; the speedboat experience is brief but intense. Book ahead—this tour fills quickly.
Frequently asked
- How long does Horizontal Falls Helicopter, Boat and Lunch from Derby take?
- Horizontal Falls Helicopter, Boat and Lunch from Derby runs for approximately 6h 30m.
- How much does Horizontal Falls Helicopter, Boat and Lunch from Derby cost?
- Prices start from AUD $1999 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Horizontal Falls Helicopter, Boat and Lunch from Derby run?
- This tour operates around Australia. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Horizontal Falls Helicopter, Boat and Lunch from Derby?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. WA Travel earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original WA Travel summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.