The '''Kimberley''' is one of the world's last great wilderness areas, and covers an area large enough to fit the U.K. twice, though the total population is slightly higher than 40 000. Most of the population is concentrated in small towns such as Kununurra in the East and Broome on the coast in the west. Highlights of the Kimberley include magnificent wilderness scenery, rare fauna and flora and a rich and colourful history. The Kimberley thrives as a tourist destination with 85% of the population being tourists. The area draws much of its history on its '''pearling''' industry. There are several historic reminders in Broome (such as a Japanese cemetery) of the importance of pearls for the Kimberley.The Kimberley has 2 seasons: The Wet (November - April) & The Dry (May - October). The Wet is hot, humid, rainy and cyclonic. The Dry is the ideal time to visit, with 30 degree days. Both seasons are invariably hot, although the buildup weeks to the wet are kind of hotter. April is a great time to see large volumes of water in the falls, while July and August is a great time to get more temperate weather, while still experiencing great fishing and wildlife spotting, especially as August is the Humpback whale migration period.During the Wet, the Gibb River Road is alltogether closed and various areas can be flooded, keep that in mind while planning your trip. http://wikitravel.org/en/Kimberley (Western Australia)