Jutting out from the sandstone escarpment along the Kimberley coastline, Raft Point is one of the region’s most iconic landmarks. Towering above Doubtful Bay, its sweeping views and striking presence make it a standout feature of any Kimberley voyage.
The name “Raft Point” was given by explorer John Lort Stokes, who observed local Aboriginal people launching from this headland on rafts, riding the tide out to Montgomery Reef to gather food. Today, Raft Point is also renowned for its extraordinary Wandjina rock art galleries, found high on the escarpment. Created by the Worrorra people, one of the Traditional Owner groups of this coastline, these sacred artworks are part of a deep and enduring cultural tapestry that spans thousands of years.
Visiting Raft Point is both a visual and spiritual experience. It’s a place where the land speaks through stone and paint, where ancient stories endure, and where the deep connection between people and place is felt as much as seen.