The Kimberley region of North Western Australia is one of the world’s last unspoilt frontiers. It’s the spectacular scenery and natural environment that draws people to this area, and with almost one million acres to explore, El Questro is a most unique holiday and wilderness destination.

We flew into Kununurra from Broome and travelled the 100km or so to the El Questro Station township by four-wheel drive.  Nestled on the banks of the Pentecost River, the sprawling evergreen station lawns provide stark contrast to the surrounding landscape.

It’s hard to fathom that the oldest rocks at El Questro were formed between 1,800 and 1,900 million years ago, at a time of considerable geological activity when a piece of ancient continental crust collided with the rest of northern Australia.

Four-wheel driving and hiking through El Questro offers the opportunity to experience some truly magnificent country. Incredible views, stunning palm-fringed waterholes, dramatic cliff faces and some serious barramundi fishing, there’s something for everyone.

One of my favourite parts was the short trail walk through dense Livistonia Palms to a series of rocky thermal pools called Zebedee Springs. The viewing platform at Saddleback Ridge was also a spectacular highlight.

There’s a full range of accommodation here, from camping and caravanning to bungalows and safari tents, but if you REALLY want to do it in style, spend a few days at the ultra high-end Homestead.

Pictures just don’t do this place justice, you’ve got to come here and have a look for yourself.

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