APT’s Kimberley Wilderness Adventures has been inducted into the Ecotourism Australia Hall of Fame, recognising 20 consecutive years of Advanced Ecotourism Certification and long-term leadership in sustainable, conservation-focused tourism.
Fewer than 100 operators nationally have achieved Hall of Fame status, placing APT’s Kimberley Wilderness Adventures among an elite group committed to best practice sustainability
standards. The recognition was presented by Ecotourism Australia CEO Elissa Keenan, who cited the business as one of the organisation’s legacy operators.
For Kimberley Wilderness Adventures, the certification reflects how the business has operated since inception, with sustainability embedded into every itinerary, partnership, and on-ground decision across one of Australia’s most culturally and environmentally significant regions. At the heart of that experience are expert guides whose deep knowledge of the Kimberley’s landscapes, wildlife, and living cultures transforms each journey into something genuinely meaningful for guests.
“Reaching 20 years of certification and entering the Hall of Fame isn’t just a milestone, it’s a statement about who we are and how we operate,” said David Cox, CEO of The APT Travel Group.
“This recognition belongs to the guides, crew, and team members who bring that commitment to life every day, and to the Traditional Owners whose partnerships have shaped the experiences we offer.”
Key achievements
Key achievements over two decades include long-term partnerships with Traditional Owners across the Kimberley, purpose-built low-impact wilderness lodges designed to assimilate with
the remote environment, and a culture of sustainability embedded at every level of the business from supply chain decisions to guest education.
As part of The APT Travel Group, a certified B Corp, Kimberley Wilderness Adventures operates within a framework that holds the business accountable to rigorous standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and governance.
Standards that are brought to life through small-group journeys connecting travellers with the Kimberley’s ancient landscapes, extraordinary wildlife, and living cultures. It is tourism designed not just to inspire, but to leave a positive legacy for the communities and Country that make these experiences possible.
