Stand inside a geological time machine — the McLarty Range's gorges expose 300-million-year-old Devonian reef systems, now lifted kilometres above the sea floor, creating the dramatic rock walls that funnel the Horizontal Falls.
What to expect
Enter the narrow gorge on foot or by Zodiac and let your guide walk you through geological deep time — pointing to fossilised sea creatures embedded in walls that were once an ancient ocean floor. The iron-rich ochre and rust tones shift in the Kimberley light, making every photograph extraordinary. At the gorge mouth, the tidal surge of the Horizontal Falls creates a living demonstration of the forces that have shaped this landscape over millennia. The contrast between primordial rock and dynamic present-day hydrology is utterly unique.
Good to know
Wear sturdy enclosed shoes for any walking components; rock surfaces can be uneven. Sun protection is essential — gorge walls amplify heat during midday. This experience pairs naturally with the jet boat run or seaplane flight for a full geological and sensory portrait of the Horizontal Falls system.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Talbot Bay — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.