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The Kimberley coast remains one of the least explored and most spectacular coastlines in Australia. The craggy cliffs coming down to the water’s edge, with sandstone and shell covered beaches make this area nearly inaccessible and you venture into the region only with people who know it. Rocky Terry has made his home in one of the most beautiful and remote parts of the Kimberley and has learned how to live with, and enjoy, its extremes of climate. His camp near the Mitchell Plateau is an unexpected delight. Hosts: Rocky Terry No. of Bedrooms A maximum of eight guests can be accommodated in the four comfortable but simple wooden chalets. Crushed coral and sand topped with bedside mates make up the floor and there are wooden frame beds, a lamp, mirror, bedside table and a fan. Bathroom facilities are not en suite: there are two showers and two loos, both open air but surrounded by corrugated iron, built on the back of a rock out crop. The shared facilities are not an imposition; in fact their stylishly rudimentary appearance is very much in keeping with the camp and feels appropriate to the style of the Kimberley coastal experience. The camp nucleus is a large, open area under a corrugated roof supported by large timber beams. An open kitchen and “help yourself to the fridge” attitude makes for a laid back and friendly camp atmosphere. Dining Food is of the very highest standard (and quantity). Dinner is especially good and quite often depends on the catch-of-the-day – you might be dining on tuna or salmon sashimi, baked barramundi, kedgerees, smoked mackerel, prawn fishcakes - the list is endless. Activities The camp provides some of the best fishing in Australia – expect to catch Barramundi, Mangrove Jack, tuna, mackerel and trevally. Rocky will take you out in sync with the tides to ensure that you fish at prime times and in prime spots. Both professional and beginner fishermen are accommodated by Rocky and his relaxed style ensure all enjoy a successful day out. Lures can be bought at the camp and rods borrowed. Swimming: in the sea is not advised, mainly due to crocodiles, sharks and the box jelly fish, but there is a salt water pool in camp and a seasonal waterhole in the nearby creek. Out and about: Helicopter trips to the Mitchell Falls or to Prince Frederick bay can be combined with picnic lunches. While out boating, stop on a nearby island to cook fresh fish over hot coals. Mudcrabs and oysters are also delicious cooked on the open fire. Walks: If you are not the keenest of fishermen, walks onto the plateau in search of aboriginal art provide a fascinating insight to the rich culture that once permeated the area. This art provides a very different perspective of Australian history. The Bradshaw paintings are thought to be over 17,000 years old and are often found near the much more recent but very beautiful Wandjina art. Relaxing at camp: the early morning light from behind the plateau and the sunsets, falling behind Crystal Head and the Indian Ocean create a magical feeling in camp. However – anytime of day it’s easy to relax here, either in the saltwater swimming pool or just watching the terns diving on bait balls, the tuna jumping in the sea or the dolphins feeding in close to shore. Find Similar Properties