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Broome

Broome is a pearling town on Western Australia's northwest coast, known for sunset camel rides on Cable Beach and as a base for trips into the Kimberley.

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Broome sits on the Kimberley coast of Western Australia's far northwest. The town grew on the pearl industry, which drew divers from Japan, Malaysia and other parts of Asia in the late 1800s, and its mix of cultures still shows today. Chinatown is a compact area of shops and places to eat. Broome is also a base for trips into the Kimberley and out to the Dampier Peninsula.

Cable Beach is the town's best-known beach, and sunset camel rides run along its sand. The dry season, roughly April to October, brings warm days and mostly clear skies. In those months, low tides on the mudflats near town can bring the Staircase to the Moon, when moonlight on wet sand forms a pattern that looks like steps. From November to March, the wet season, heat and humidity are high and cyclones are possible. Two to three days is enough for the town, the beaches and a sunset tour. Add more time for the Dampier Peninsula, where distances are long.

Broome in five

Ride a camel along Cable BeachThe Broome Visitor Centre lists morning, pre-sunset and sunset camel tours along Cable Beach. Sunset is the busiest, so choose a slot early in the day and keep the evening free.
Use the visitor centre for local bookingThe Broome Visitor Centre describes itself as the place to plan a Broome holiday and offers free booking services and itinerary help. It also lists Chinatown, Town Beach, pearl showrooms and the Dampier Peninsula.Broome Visitor Centre
Check the Staircase to the Moon datesThe visitor centre publishes dates each year for Staircase to the Moon, when the full moon rises over exposed tidal flats. Plan one evening around the listed date and check the tide time locally.
Treat the Kimberley as a separate tripBroome is the gateway to the Kimberley and to Kimberley cruises, but the distances are large. Reserve time and road checks for tours that leave town.
Time your visit for the dry seasonThe wet months bring heat, humidity and storms, and swimming needs more caution. The cooler dry months from about May to September suit beach days and long drives.

Things to do in Broome

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Beach · BroomeCable Beach

a sandy beach with palm trees and a train in the distance

Sight · BroomeBroome Bird Observatory

a wooden pier with a small hut on top of it

Sight · BroomeRowley Shoals Marine Park

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Need to know

Airport: Broome (BME), a short transfer from town and Cable Beach
Getting there: Flights from Perth and other Australian hubs; very long road trips
Getting around: Taxi, shuttle or hire car; Cable Beach is outside the town center
Best base: Cable Beach for resorts, Chinatown for the old town
Time needed: 3 nights; more for the Dampier Peninsula or Kimberley

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JanuaryRain14 rainy daysHigh31°Low28°Wet, humid
FebruaryPartly cloudy11 rainy daysHigh32°Low28°Wet, humid
MarchClear10 rainy daysHigh33°Low28°Wet ends
AprilClear3 rainy daysHigh34°Low27°Humid, drying
MayClear1 rainy dayHigh31°Low23°Dry, warm
JuneClear1 rainy dayHigh28°Low20°Dry, pleasant
JulyClear0 rainy daysHigh28°Low19°Dry, busy
AugustClear0 rainy daysHigh29°Low20°Dry, busy
SeptemberClear0 rainy daysHigh31°Low23°Dry, warm
OctoberClear1 rainy dayHigh32°Low26°Hot, dry
NovemberClear3 rainy daysHigh32°Low27°Hot, storms
DecemberClear8 rainy days1 day with stormsHigh32°Low28°Wet begins

Average daily high and low in Broome, 2016–2025. Rainy day: 1 mm of rain or more.

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Sat32°27°6%Saturday: Clear. High 32°, Low 27°. Chance of rain 6%.
Sun30°26°5%Sunday: Cloudy. High 30°, Low 26°. Chance of rain 5%.

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Day trips by train

Dampier Peninsulaa day or more by roadRemote beaches and communities north of town; check road conditions and access rules locally.
Kimberley cruises and flightsmulti-day or scenicThe visitor centre lists Kimberley cruises and scenic flights from Broome.
Karijini National Parka long road trip southPilbara gorges reached through the Pilbara; plan several days.Read the guide

Before you go to Broome

Camel and Kimberley toursCable Beach, cruises and flightsCompare tours

Car hire for the Dampier PeninsulaRemote roads need planningCompare car hire

eSIM for BroomeCoverage thins outside townRead the guide

Insurance for remote travelMedical cover far from hospitalsRead the guide

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Rules for Broome, checked

The Broome Visitor Centre offers free booking services and itinerary planning, and lists Cable Beach camel safaris with morning, pre-sunset and sunset tours.Checked Oct 2, 2026 · Source

Plan around Broome

Karijini National Park

Pilbara gorges to the south by road

Read the guide West Coast Australia

Perth to Ningaloo and the long road north

Read the guide Perth

Flights, hire cars and the start of the road

Read the guide Darwin

The Top End city at the other end of the Kimberley

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ETA, regions, flights and money basics

Read the guide Flights and car hire

Long distances and one-way rentals

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Cover for remote travel and cancellations

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Broome FAQ

How many days do you need in Broome?

Three nights cover Cable Beach, Chinatown, a camel ride and a sunset. Add days for the Dampier Peninsula or a Kimberley tour.

When is the best time to visit Broome?

The dry season, roughly May to September, is the most comfortable for beach days and touring. The wet season brings heat, humidity and storms.

What is the Staircase to the Moon?

A natural effect when the full moon rises over exposed tidal flats at certain times of the year. The Broome Visitor Centre publishes the dates, so plan one evening around them.

Can you ride a camel on Cable Beach?

Yes. Camel safaris run morning, pre-sunset and sunset tours along the beach, and the visitor centre can arrange bookings.

Is Broome the gateway to the Kimberley?

Yes. Broome is described by its visitor centre as the gateway to the Kimberley, with tours, flights and cruises that leave from town.