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Koolama Bay, Western Australia cruise port guide

Koolama Bay is found at the mouth of the King George River. Named after the ship that had been beached here after a Japanese aerial attack during World War II, Koolama Bay is the starting point for a Zodiac cruise to reach the King George Falls, one of the Kimberley’s most magnificent natural wonders. At 260 feet (80 m), the twin cascades are among the highest in Australia.

About Koolama Bay, Western Australia

Koolama Bay is a bay in the Kimberley region of Western Australia, formerly known as Rulhieres Bay. It was renamed after the MV Koolama, which was beached here following a Japanese air attack in 1942. The King George River flows into the bay. The MV Koolama stranding site and survivor camp at Koolama Bay and Pangali Cove is significant to the Kwini people who helped the 180 passengers and crew reach safety.

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Coordinates -17.9341, 122.2160
Available cruises 5

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