Faraway Bay  

In the remote East Kimberley region is a unique wilderness retreat that is so deliciously isolated, you won’t find it on any map.

Perched on a cliff top over looking to Timor Sea is Faraway Bay, a very special getaway offering 12 guests the opportunity to enjoy a rare Kimberley wilderness encounter.

On offer is remarkable beauty, isolation and history – all set in a remote slice of outback Australia. 

Faraway Bay provides authentic Australian bush camp accommodation and true outback hospitality.

Access to this mobile phone and television-free zone is by charter plane, helicopter or boat.

In May and July this year the famous Kimberley Cooking School returns to Faraway Bay. 

From one of Australia’s most exotic kitchens, guests have the unique opportunity to learn tricks, tips and inside secrets from one of the country’s top chefs, Chris Taylor, who oversees several of Perth’s famous eateries.

“I can’t wait to get back to the East Kimberley and the stunning Faraway Bay,” said Chris.

“It’s one of those once in a lifetime experiences that combine wonderful fresh local produce and a fantastically relaxed atmosphere,” he said.

So popular is the Cooking School that two dates have been set – May 12 to 16 and July 22 to 26.

Cooking School guests also have the chance to take part in some of the many activities available.

Especially popular are fishing trips on the retreat boat.

Many guests fulfil a lifelong dream by catching an elusive barramundi in the waters off Faraway Bay.

Golden snapper, mackerel coral trout, queen fish, mangrove jack and trevally are also commonly caught and then served for dinner that evening.

Other activities on offer include a boat cruise to the towering King George Falls, beach combing on untouched beaches, fresh-water swimming at the lodge or in natural pools, star gazing, exploring the surrounding wilderness, or discovering ancient rock art.

In recent times at least a dozen new rock art sites have been discovered.

The area appears to have been popular with Ice Age painters, offering some of the most diverse examples of the mysterious Bradshaw art. 

These sites are being recorded by an archaeologist in conjunction with Traditional Owner Ju Ju Wilson. 

Faraway Bay has a management strategy for the sites to protect the art work and environment including removing nearby vegetation to avoid damage in the event of a bush fire.

Most of the sites discovered to date are within a 20km radius of the camp – many are within walking distance, while others are accessible by boat.

For bookings and more information visit www.farawaybay.com.au.