Introduction
El Questro is situated in the East Kimberley 110 kilometres west of Kununurra and is regarded as one of the great Australian 4WD adventures.
Kununurra is the largest town in Western Australia north of Broome, with the closest town being Wyndham, 100 kilometres (62 miles) away. Kununurra is 3,040 kilometres (1,889 miles) from Perth via the Great Northern Highway. The town is situated in among the scenic hills and ranges of the far north-east Kimberley Region, having an abundance of fresh water, conserved by the Ord River Diversion dam and the main Ord River Dam (Wikipedia).
Getting to Kununurra
Regular flights are available from all major Australian capital cities to Kununurra via Darwin, Broome and Perth with Qantas, Air North or Skywest. Guests travelling from the Eastern States are encouraged to fly through Darwin as opposed to Perth. This enables arrival in time for lunch at El Questro Homestead and makes the most of your time with us.
Aeroplane charters are available directly to the El Questro airstrips from Kununurra, Darwin, Broome, Uluru and Alice Springs. Private VIP jet service is also available from Sydney, Melbourne and Perth direct to Kununurra.
Getting from Kununurra to The Homestead
Scheduled Road Transfes
Departing Kununurra (must be pre booked): 10.30 a.m. and 2.30 p.m.
Departing El Questro Homestead: 7.45 a.m. and 11.45 a.m.
| Road Transfers: Monday - Sunday* |
| Kununurra to Homestead (2h) |
One Way* |
Return* |
| Scheduled (min. 2 pers.) |
$135.00 |
$270.00 |
| Unscheduled (min. 2 pers.) |
$230.00 |
$460.00 |
| Private Transfer (min. 2 pers.) |
$295.00 |
$590.00 |
| Emma Gorge to Homestead |
One Way |
Return |
| 1 person |
$125.00 |
$250.00 |
| 2 persons |
$85.00 |
$170.00 |
| 3+ persons |
$70.00 |
$140.00 |
| The Station to Homestead |
One Way |
Return |
| 1+ person |
Complimentary |
Complimentary |
*Times are subject to change without notice, according to airline schedules. All prices quoted are correct at time of publishing and are subject to change without notice.
Driving to The Homestead
El Questro is situated in the East Kimberley, 110 kilometres west of Kununurra by road - 58 kilometres on the sealed Great Northern Highway towards Wyndham, with the remainder on the Gibb River Road - regarded as one of the great Australian 4W adventures. The Gibb River Road is now sealed between Kununurra and Emma Gorge Resort. The remainder is unsealed.
Up-to-date road conditions and information are available 24 hours a day on 1800 013 314.
Driving Conditions
Be careful not to underestimate travelling time when driving in the Kimberley. Allow an average speed of 80 km per hour on sealed roads and 50 km per hour on unsealed roads.
- Always ensure you carry adequate supplies of fuel, food and most importantly, water.
- Nearly all of the Kimberley is cattle country, most roads are unfenced, which means cattle, horses, and donkeys can wander across the road at any time. Night driving can be dangerous due to straying animals. Extreme care is advised.
- Large road trains (semi trailer with three other trailers) can be up to 50 meters long. Caution is recommended when overtaking these vehicles.
4WD Hire
Whilst El Questro does offer return road transfers from Kununurra, as well as guided tours, more adventurous guests might consider hiring a 4WD vehicle for their stay at El Questro. A 4WD vehicle gives you the freedom and flexibility of exploring the Wilderness Park and experiencing the magic of the Kimberley at your own leisure. You could extend your 4WD hire to include the numerous attractions in the Kimberley. Like travelling the infamous Gibb River Road from Kununurra to Derby and onto Broome, returning on the Great Northern Highway through Fitzroy Crossing, Halls Creek and Turkey Creek.
All major car rental companies have offices in Kununurra.
Flying to The Homestead
Helicopter charters and scenic aeroplane flights are available between Kununurra and the Homestead.
| Air Transfer Costs - Per person** |
| Kununurra to Homestead by helicopter |
Price per trip |
| Bell Jet Ranger up to 4 persons |
$1,795.00 |
Kununurra to Homestead
by Aeroplane Charters |
Price per trip |
| Cessna 210 (other options available) |
$685.00 |
Scenic Flights - Incorporate the Bungle Bungles on your departure
(Flying from El Questro to Kununurra) |
| 2 Hour Aeroplane |
$465 per person (min. 2 persons) |
| 2 Hour Aeroplane and ½ Hour Helicopter |
$800 per person (min. 2 persons) |
**All prices quoted are correct at time of publishing and are subject to change without notice
You may like to fly your own plane to El Questro:
El Questro Airstrips
El Questro has two gravel airstrips, the smaller strip at Emma Gorge Resort, the other close to The Station and Homestead facilities.
The Station Air Strip
Position: 127.58.50E 16.00.30S
Elevation: 300 feet
Direction: 14/32
Length: 1,400 meters gravel-flat
Emma Gorge Resort Air Strip
Position: 128.07.30E 15.55.30S
Elevation: 300 feet
Direction: 12/30
Length: 900m-gravel-sloping
Please ensure you contact us prior to arrival for up-to-date airstrip conditions on 08 9161 4388 (Emma Gorge) or 08 9161 4318 (the Station).