This laid-back, tropical oasis is the Kimberley’s western gateway and one of the most awe-inspiring wilderness escapes on the planet. Broome / Rubibi moves at a dreamy pace, welcoming visitors to explore its natural landscapes, multicultural charm, and warm hospitality. Step into a dream in Broome with this 3-day holiday itinerary.
Connect with Culture and History in Broome
Located in Australia’s North West, Broome is an ocean meets outback town steeped in rich history with vibrant cultural influences. Start the day by learning about Broome’s fascinating pearl-diving history, which has attracted people from around the globe for centuries, thanks to the stunning pearls of the South Sea. From the 1800s, pearl divers from China, Japan, Malaysia and the Philippines flocked to the ‘pearl of the north’, creating today’s thriving multicultural town. Delve into Broome’s pearling heritage with a visit to the Cygnet Bay or Willie Creek Pearl Farms for the complete pearl experience from shell to showroom.
In the afternoon, visit Gantheaume Point / Minyirr, a short five minute drive from Broome, to walk in the footsteps of dinosaurs and admire the striking rust red cliffs.
By early evening take in an iconic Indian Ocean sunset at Cable Beach / Walmanyjun, a 22-kilometre stretch of snow white sand that mesmerises with its tangerine hues. Enjoy the view on the back of an unhurried camel, or from the iconic Cable Beach Club Resort & Spa Sunset Bar, the perfect place to enjoy a cool drink as the sun dips into the turquoise ocean.
Step into a World of Spectacular Landscapes
Surrender into the otherworldly spectacle of Broome paradise. Start the morning at Cable Beach with a dip in crystal-clear waters and slowly make your way to Roebuck Bay / Yawuru Nagulagun, one of Broome’s most beautiful natural attractions and of cultural significance to the traditional custodians, the Yawuru people.
If travelling from March to October, be captivated by the ‘Staircase to the Moon’, a natural phenomenon, which occurs when a full moon rises over the exposed tidal flats, creating a spectacular ladder effect for two to three days a month.
In town visit Sun Pictures, the world’s oldest outdoor cinema. Initially, the spacious double-fronted tin structure served as an Asian emporium. Nowadays, a regular run of new and old movies takes place several times a week throughout the year.
Embrace Your Spirit of Adventure
Adventure into an awe-inspiring experience with an excursion to Horizontal Falls / Garaan-ngaddim. In the turquoise water of Talbot Bay, the fast-moving tidal current squeezes through two narrow gorges of the McLarty Range, pushing the water into rapid-like formations, which rush through the twin gaps producing the Falls. Depart from Broome on a seaplane flight straight over the heart of Horizontal Falls.
On return, connect with 50,000 years of continuous living culture through an authentic Aboriginal experience. Go on a guided tour, discover ancient rock art, and hear ancient stories. Mabu Buru Tours in Broome is the town’s first and only Aboriginal corroboree experience in Yawuru Country.
As the sun begins to dip below the horizon, take flight over the tidal flats with a sunset hovercraft tour with Broome Hovercraft Eco Adventure Tours. The vibrant hues of the sunset make for a breathtaking display. Informed guides will regale you with captivating stories about the area’s history and cultural significance, and the hovercraft’s versatility allows you to explore shallow waters and witness the stunning natural beauty of Roebuck Bay from a new perspective.
No matter how long, a visit to Broome promises a diverse and dreamlike experience that will stay with you for years to come.
Where to Eat and Drink
When you get hungry, there are many dining options with Broome’s cultural diversity reflected in its cuisine.
Spinifex Brewing Co is Australia’s first part Aboriginal and veteran-owned craft brewery. The family friendly brewery serves an extensive range of craft beers and a well-thought-out food menu, with live sports and movies on a large outdoor screen.
In town, Matso’s Broome Brewery is a popular spot offering their famous ginger, mango and chilli beer with a laidback pub-style atmosphere. For modern South American cuisine and tropical cocktails check out Papa Fuego, or for light share plates and Broome-inspired cocktails head to The Broome Closet.
Visit Broome’s Moontide Distillery and taste the first gin in the world to use pearl oyster as a botanical. Partnering with Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm, the Pearler’s Gin is distilled with juniper berries, Burdekin plum, lemon myrtle, mint and oyster mantle, a by-product from the cultured pearling process, giving the gin a unique minerality and umami taste.
Where to stay
Cable Beach and Broome Town offer a range of accommodation options, from resorts and hotels to eco glamping tents. Self-catering apartments, camping sites and everything in between are also plentiful.
