Napier Broome Bay

At the northernmost reaches of the Kimberley, far beyond the well-trodden cruise routes, lies Napier Broome Bay — a vast, secluded inlet where rugged cliffs meet the endless blue of the Timor Sea.

Stretching for more than 100 kilometres along Western Australia’s northern coastline, Napier Broome Bay is bordered by steep sandstone headlands, hidden beaches, and tidal flats teeming with life. For expedition cruisers, it represents one of the final frontiers of Australian exploration — a place where every headland feels newly discovered.

A Land of Ancient Stories

Beneath its wild surface lies deep cultural significance. The region forms part of the Balanggarra Aboriginal Land, whose Traditional Owners have maintained an enduring connection to these coasts and islands for thousands of years.

Napier Broome Bay also has a place in Australia’s modern history. During World War II, the bay served as a refuelling and emergency landing site for military aircraft — a testament to its strategic isolation and sheltered waters.

Step ashore for a guided beach walk to an ancient Indonesian Trepang site, where you’ll learn about the Macassan fishermen who once traded and lived alongside local Aboriginal communities. Then cast a line in the sheltered inlets and estuaries in search of barramundi and mangrove jack—or try your hand at catching a mud crab.