Red-hot rust-coloured soil, expansive blue skies and harsh bushland see Kununurra and the Kimberley awaken the senses with scenery like no other place on earth.
A gateway to some of Australia's most remarkable natural attractions – such as Lake Argyle, Zebra Rock, Black Rock Falls, Mitchell Plateau, Purnululu National Park and the Bungle Bungles – the small Western Australian town is an ideal base from which to discover the true sprit of the Outback.
The perfect place for adventure, Kununurra’s surrounding landscape swells with gorges, wetlands, waterfalls and farms and provides a dramatic backdrop of untamed Australia.
Kununurra Information
Population: Approx 5,000
Area: 121,189 km2
Time Zone: GMT +8
Languages: English (official)
Currency: Australian dollar (AUD)
Electricity: 220 – 240v 50Hz
Kununurra Climate
Kununurra has an arid-tropical climate, typified by hot and humid weather. Summer brings the wet season, with rains and lightening storms and average temperatures between 26°C and 40°C. Tropical Cyclones are prevalent between December and April.
Winter is much drier, with temperatures sitting between 11°C and 28°C.
Kununurra Airport
Name: Kununurra Airport
Distance to town: Approx 2.5 kms
Kununurra Transport
Car hire: Great choice of hire cars at mates rates from our car suppliers
Don’t forget your travel insurance!
The Kimberley Grande
4 Star property
Located just 4 km Mackay Airport, this motel is in proximity to the Great Barrier Reef, Eungella National Park, Shopping district, and the Racecourse.
Address: 20 Victoria Highway, Kununnurra
Hotel Kununurra
4 Star property
Situated along Lake Kununurra on the Ord River, Hotel Kununurra holds the magnificent Hidden Valley National Park within its boundaries and makes your stay a memorable one.
Address: 37 Messmate Way, Kununnurra
Country Club Resort
4 Star property
Centrally located in the heart of Kununurra and 5-minutes drive to the airport. Mirima National Park, Kelley's Knob, Diversion Dam, Lake Kununurra and the Diversion Gallery nearby.
Address: 47 Coolibah Drive, Kununurra
All Seasons Kununurra
3.5 Star property
Just 1km from the town centre, 3 kilometres from Mirima Hidden Valley National Park and 4 km from the airport. Near major attractions such as Kellys Knob and Ivanhoe Crossing.
Address: Cnr Messmate Way and Victoria Highway, Kununnurra
Dining
As farming and tourism count for the area’s main two industries, Kununurra features a number of respected restaurants and eateries.
Relaxed dining is a way of life in the northwest. The iconic Hotel Kununurra has long been an important meeting place for the local community, offering a range of Australian beers on tap and an a la carte restaurant with friendly and personalised Kimberley-style hospitality. Sails Bar and Restaurant at Lakeside Resort also offers a great casual dining experience, with speciality buffets and a bistro menu.
Highlighting the finest in local fare a number of Kununurra restaurants showcase the best of the Kimberley. The PumpHouse Restaurant specialises in modern Australian cuisine served in a tranquil setting with magnificent views of the Ord River. Kelly’s Bar and Grill characterises the spirit of the Outback, serving gourmet Australian cuisine like kangaroo fillets, with Australian beers amid an alfresco setting. The PKG Bar and Grill is another local favourite, offering Australian homestead-style cuisine, a dynamic wine list and decor that reflects the landscape.
Kununurra’s 10,000-strong population are catered for by not one, but two local Chinese restaurants. Asian Cuisine Restaurant and Chopstick Chinese Restaurant both bring the Orient to the Outback, offering traditional Chinese dishes and cooking styles.
Shopping
Kununurra’s shopping scene is mainly limited to essential services and souvenirs.
Take home the perfect Kimberley memento with a region-specific souvenir. Kimberley Fine Diamonds is a family-owned and run jewellery business, which has special privileges to distribute Argyle Diamonds. Artlandish Aboriginal Art Gallery is one of the world’s largest aboriginal art galleries; specialising in providing authentic Australian aboriginal art. Kimberley Boab Kreations sells designs made from the seed pod of the boab tree and boab bush-tucker treats. Penney's Prints offers professional photography and printing services so that visitors can take home treasured memories. While Walkabout Souvenirs is a one-stop spot for an array of Kimberley-inspired souvenirs, stocking everything from caps to stubby holders, t-shirts to books, and Zebra Rock to images.
The desert can be a harsh environment, so it’s best to be prepared for any adventure. Kununurra has a host of stores that stock essentials and essential services. Bushcamp Surplus Store provides for every camping need. Community Resource Centre Kununurra specialises in solving internet and printing needs. East Kimberley Hardware is the region’s go-to for a wide range of hardware, building and gardening supplies. Kimberley Communications repairs a wide range of electrical wares; and sells and hires satellite phones. While Kununurra Pharmacy & Kodak Express fills prescriptions, stocks first aid supplies and products, and caters for printing needs.
