Found in the Kimberley Region in the north west of Western Australia is the Gibb River Road, one of Australia's last wilderness frontiers. The road was originally built as a cattle route, stretching 660 kilometres between the town of Derby and the Kununurra and Wyndham junction. Typically the Gibb River Road is flooded during the monsoon season from November through to March, and is generally not driveable during this period with the rivers flooding and the creeks overflowing. With the corrugated dirt roads and river and creek crossings, it is best to drive the Gibb River Road in a 4WD vehicle, however people do attempt the road in a 2WD car, especially later on in the dry season when there is less water in the rivers.

Driving through the Gibb River Road is an amazing experience, you will come across spectacular ranges, stunning gorges with inviting waterholes to refresh you from the drive, intriguing boab trees and beautiful waterfalls. The river crossings are exciting and by the time you have finished you will be an old hac at getting through them. Drive through million acre cattle stations, passing wild cattle as they roam freely across the road, oblivious to a car driving towards them. When the sun sets the Kimberley Region becomes pitch black, but if you look up into the sky it comes alive with billions of stars overhead.

To drive the Gibb River Road you do not require 4WD experience, do buy a good map though so you are well aware of distances and you don't miss out on any of the stunning sites along the way. Don't travel the road ill-prepared as it is a remote area of Australia, always ensure your vehicle is in good working order, the spare tyre is in good condition and you have plenty of food, water and of course fuel. There are stations and roadhouses along the road that sell fuel and supplies, and most can do minor repairs on your vehicle or repair your flat tyre. Always remember though you are travelling through the Outback of Australia where the roads are rough, the flies are plentiful and the dust is endless, with luxuries few and far between.

There is limited accommodation options along the Gibb river Road if you are not self reliant. Some of the stations do have limited accommodation available for hire, however it would be a good idea to book before you arrive to ensure they have a room for you. If you are after luxury style accommodation then on the eastern side of the Gibb River Road, not too far from Kununurra are El Questro and Home Valley Stations. They are both working cattle stations, offering a range of accommodation options from camping up to luxury rooms, and both have a good offering of tours to see the stunning countryside on their properties.

If your time is limited and you want to experience the Australian Outback, then the Gibb River Road is the perfect option. Take in Broome for a day or two to unwind before hitting the Gibb River Road. Don't attempt to do the drive too quickly though as you will miss out on the stunning scenery, and on the way back you can come via the Great Northern Highway along a sealed bitumen road. Of course if you do not wish to drive yourself, lookout for the many specialised tours that will do the driving for you, giving you more time to stare out the window at this spectacular place. To avoid disappointment, book your tour early as they are a popular way to see the Kimberley Region.

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