The island is found approximately 120 kilometres (75 mi) north-east of Bardi.

Although most of the islands in the Kimberley are unallocated DEC crown land, Jungulu is one of the islands near the former Kunmunya Mission which are included in Reserve 23079 for Use and Benefit of Aborigines.

[3] Many flora and fauna were isolated from the mainland when sea levels rose and many populations are found intact on the island.

The island provides ideal habitat for the Nabarlek, also known as the Little Rock-Wallaby, with the weathered sandstone forming deep fissures.

[4] The golden bandicoot is another vulnerable species that is resident on the island, the last recorded sighting being in 2003.