Broome and the Kimberley
The Kimberley region
The Kimberley region in Western Australia is a truly unique wilderness adventure that captures the imagination. Covering nearly 423,000 square kilometres, this ancient region has fewer people per square kilometre than almost any other place on Earth.
Hidden in the heart of the Kimberley region are vast wildlife sanctuaries, spectacular gorges and thundering waterfalls. And on its coast lie some of the world's most beautiful beaches, untouched coral atolls and rugged islands with an amazing variety of marine life.
Broome
One of Australia's most popular holiday destinations, Broome, in Western Australia, offers a relaxing break by the world-famous Cable Beach. But for those seeking action and adventure, Broome is also the southern gateway to the magnificent wilderness region of the Kimberley.
Beautiful Cable Beach
Ranked among the world's best beaches, the pristine sands of Cable Beach stretch for 22 kilometres. The beach got its name from the telegraph cable laid between Broome and Java in 1889. These days it's famous for warm turquoise waters and soft white sand, making it a popular spot for swimming, relaxing in the sun, strolling at sunset, camel treks and pearl lugger sailing tours.
Cultural Chinatown
Broome, in Western Australia, has one of the most diverse populations, creating an exotic blend of culture and cuisine. In Broome's Chinatown, you'll get to experience it first-hand. Once a bustling hub of pearl sheds, billiard saloons, entertainment houses, opium dens and brothels, Chinatown is now home to fine pearl showrooms and retail outlets. Drop into a sidewalk cafe or restaurant and treat yourself to a taste of Chinatown's exotic east-meets-west cuisine.
Broome historic sites
Founded in the late 1880s as a pearling port, the town of Broome still produces some of the world's finest pearls. See just how dangerous diving was in the early days by taking a look at the Japanese Cemetery, the final resting place for over 900 pearl divers who lost their lives at sea. View the remains of the Dutch Flying Boats, the Catalinas, at the site where they were bombed during World War II.
Broome holiday highlights
- Walk through the famous Courthouse Markets on Saturday mornings and see the amazing collection of local arts and crafts.
- View the displays of local contemporary and Indigenous artists in the art galleries of Broome.
- Check out the latest movie showings at Sun Pictures, the oldest operating outdoor picture gardens in the world.
- Venture out to the Broome Bird Observatory on the shores of Roebuck Bay, home to 310 species of migratory birds.
- Visit the 130 million year old dinosaur footprints at Gantheaume Point.
- Join a fishing tour, charter a boat or try your luck from the jetty.
- Play a round on Broome Golf Club's fully grassed 18-hole course and take in the awesome view from the Clubhouse.
- Enjoy bushwalking at Minyirr Park.
