Wyndham is about 100 km north-west of Kununurra on the Cambridge Gulf. It is a small historic port town.
Highlights
- Five Rivers Lookout on Mount Bastion — views over the meeting of the King, Pentecost, Durack, Forrest and Ord rivers with the Cambridge Gulf.
- The Big Croc — a large crocodile statue at the town entrance.
- Prison Boab Tree — a historic hollow boab tree near Wyndham.
- Historic port — buildings from the town’s gold-rush era.
Crocodile warning
Saltwater crocodiles are common in the Cambridge Gulf and surrounding waterways. Do not swim and stay well back from the water’s edge.
Getting there
Drive about 1–1.5 hours from Kununurra on sealed roads.
Planning a Wyndham day trip
Leave Kununurra after breakfast, visit the Five Rivers Lookout before it gets too hot, explore the historic port area, then head back via the Parry Lagoons Nature Reserve, a wetland known for its birdlife.
Combining with El Questro
Wyndham is close to the eastern end of the Gibb River Road, so many travellers combine a visit with El Questro on a self-drive loop.
History
Wyndham was established in the 1880s as a port for the Halls Creek gold rush and later served the region’s pastoral industry. Some historic buildings remain in the old port area.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Wyndham from Kununurra?
About 100 km, roughly 1–1.5 hours.
Is Wyndham worth visiting?
Yes, especially for the Five Rivers Lookout and Parry Lagoons birdwatching.
Can you swim at Wyndham?
No. Saltwater crocodiles are common in the Cambridge Gulf and nearby rivers.
What can you see from the Five Rivers Lookout?
The meeting of five rivers with the Cambridge Gulf, the town and surrounding mudflats and ranges.
Where is Parry Lagoons?
Parry Lagoons Nature Reserve lies between Kununurra and Wyndham and is known for its waterbirds, especially in the dry season.
