With so much to see, experience, and savour, when planning a visit to Broome, the hardest part is often determining how long to stay and how best to spend your time.
Broome is defined by vast horizons, rich cultural layers, and an unhurried rhythm that truly invites you to slow down, linger a little longer and embrace what locals call “Broome time”.
To help you make the most of your time in this remarkable corner of the Kimberley, we’ve curated a selection of itinerary ideas. Whether you’re visiting for a long weekend, a five-day retreat, or something more indulgent, these guides ensure you experience the very best Broome has to offer.
When planning your trip to Broome, where you stay shapes the entire experience. Choosing the right accommodation plays an essential part in how you connect with the destination and make the most of all it has to offer. Therefore, the ideal place to stay should balance comfort, ease and convenience. Close enough to the town’s key attractions, yet it should be far enough removed to truly unwind and embrace the rhythm of Broome.
Located along the shores of Cable Beach, Cable Beach Club Resort & Spa offers different accommodation options designed to complement every type of holiday. From elegant studios and club apartments to bungalows, expansive villas and suites, each space is thoughtfully appointed to reflect the relaxed sophistication of Broome.
Here, the beauty of the Kimberley extends beyond the coastline and into the heart of the resort. Lush tropical gardens, home to native flora and fauna, create a sense of tranquillity at every turn. Serene swimming pools invite moments of quiet retreat, while a selection of on-site dining experiences ensures every indulgence is within easy reach.
To make your stay even easier and more convenient, the resort’s dedicated Tour Desk provides expert guidance and personalised recommendations. With an in-depth understanding of the region, the team can seamlessly assist in arranging everything from iconic local experiences to off-the-beaten-path adventures, allowing you to explore Broome with ease and confidence.
If time is limited, three days in Broome offers a beautifully balanced introduction with just enough to experience its essence while leaving you longing to return.
Ease into Broome’s laidback charm with a gentle exploration of town. Wander through Chinatown, where galleries, boutiques, and cafés reflect the region’s multicultural heritage. Stop for a refreshing drink at a local brewery and let the tropical warmth set the tone for your stay.
As the afternoon fades, make your way to Cable Beach. With 22 kilometres of pristine white sand and turquoise waters, it is one of Australia’s most iconic coastlines. Arrive in time for sunset, when the sky transforms into a canvas of deep amber and gold. For a truly unforgettable experience, a camel ride along the shoreline offers a unique perspective of this breathtaking landscape.
In Broome, red earth contrasts vividly against clear blue seas, offering unique landscapes.
Gantheaume Point is a great place to start taking it all in. With dramatic cliffs overlooking the ocean, it offers a unique vantage point over the coastline. At low tide, hidden rock pools emerge, inviting exploration, while ancient dinosaur footprints embedded in the reef serve as a remarkable reminder of the region’s prehistoric past.
In the evening, if your timing aligns, witness the Staircase to the Moon at Town Beach or Roebuck Bay. This natural phenomenon, visible between April and October, creates the illusion of a glowing staircase rising from the tidal flats. A unique moment of quiet magic.
Broome’s identity is deeply shaped by its multicultural heritage, where Aboriginal, Asian, and European influences intertwine through its pearling history.
Visit the Broome Historical Museum, where stories of the town’s pearling past and wartime significance come to life. From there, continue your journey back in history with a stroll along Streeter’s Jetty, which once stood at the heart of the pearling industry. For a deeper understanding, a visit to Willie Creek Pearl Farm offers a fascinating insight into the art of pearl cultivation. The experience includes a serene boat journey along the creek, where the landscape feels quiet, expansive, and deeply connected to the place.
If you desire a deeper understanding of the region and the people who have been living here for thousands of generations, take time to learn about the culture and traditions of the Yawuru people, Traditional Custodians of this land. Through guided cultural tours and significant landmarks, visitors are invited to gain a deeper appreciation of the stories, knowledge, and enduring spiritual connection the Yawuru people have maintained with Country for tens of thousands of years.
If your itinerary allows for a few extra days in Broome, you’ll quickly discover that this is where the experience begins to deepen. Beyond the township, the Kimberley opens up—revealing remote coastlines, cultural landmarks, and natural wonders that feel both vast and intimate.
Following the three-day itinerary above, these additional days invite you to explore further, slow down, and truly connect with the region.
After a few days soaking in Broome’s coastal charm, it’s time to venture beyond and explore the raw beauty of the Dampier Peninsula.
Set out early and head north, where the landscape gradually transforms into something more remote and deeply connected to Country. Your first stop is Beagle Bay, home to the remarkable Sacred Heart Church. Here, intricate mother-of-pearl shellwork adorns the altar—an extraordinary fusion of Aboriginal craftsmanship, European design, and the region’s pearling heritage.
Continue your journey further along the peninsula, where the road opens up to vast, untouched coastlines. Pause at secluded stretches such as Pender Bay, where turquoise waters meet red pindan cliffs, creating a sense of stillness that feels uniquely Kimberley.
For those wanting to fully embrace the adventure, continue north to Cape Leveque, at the very tip of the Dampier Peninsula. Here, the contrast of striking red cliffs against the clear blue waters of the Indian Ocean creates one of the region’s most breathtaking vistas. It’s a place to pause—to take in the scale, the silence, and the profound natural beauty that defines this part of the world.
Given the distance and road conditions, journeys to Cape Leveque are best experienced as part of a guided tour or overnight adventure, which can be seamlessly arranged through the Tour Desk at Cable Beach Club Resort & Spa, allowing you to travel with ease while gaining deeper insight into the land and its stories.
On Day 5, experience the Kimberley from an entirely new perspective.
A scenic flight over the region offers a breathtaking overview of its scale and beauty. Board a seaplane and journey out across the Buccaneer Archipelago, where hundreds of islands scatter across vivid blue waters.
Your destination: Horizontal Falls, one of Australia’s most unique natural phenomena. Unlike traditional waterfalls, these powerful tidal flows surge horizontally between narrow coastal gorges, creating a spectacle that is both rare and mesmerising.
From above, the patterns of the coastline, reefs, and shifting tides reveal the Kimberley in all its dramatic splendour, a moment that feels both exhilarating and humbling.
After days of exploration, allow yourself time to slow down.
Spend the morning at leisure before indulging in a spa treatment inspired by the natural elements of the region. The Chahoya Spa at Cable Beach Club Resort & Spa offers a deeply restorative experience—perfect for resetting both body and mind.
In the evening, choose your own pace. Set sail on a sunset cruise along Cable Beach, or enjoy the nostalgia of a film under the stars at Sun Pictures, the world’s oldest operating open-air cinema.
On Day 7, explore some of Broome’s quieter, lesser-known treasures—places that invite a deeper connection with the landscape.
Head north of town to Coconut Wells, a hidden coastal gem where high tide fills up the rock pools, creating a series of natural lagoons, perfect for a refreshing dip in calm, crystal-clear waters.
Later, explore Minyirr Park, a coastal reserve rich in cultural significance. Walking trails weave through dunes and bushland, offering insight into local Yawuru culture and the delicate ecosystems that shape the region.
If you’re given the luxury of time, experience even more of Broome’s depth, diversity and beauty through adventures and moments of calm.
After days of exploration, turn your attention to the remarkable wildlife that calls this region home.
Set out on a marine adventure to encounter dolphins, turtles, and, during the season (June to October), migrating humpback whales as they pass along the Kimberley coast. These guided experiences offer not only close encounters with wildlife, but also insight into the delicate ecosystems that thrive in these waters.
If you’re drawn to the water, a fishing charter is an unforgettable way to spend the day. The Kimberley’s coastline is renowned for its rich marine life, offering opportunities to catch species such as barramundi, threadfin salmon, and reef fish in some of Australia’s most pristine waters.
All of these experiences can be thoughtfully arranged through the Tour Desk at Cable Beach Club Resort & Spa, ensuring a seamless and personalised day on the water.
Today invites you further afield, into one of the Kimberley’s most remote and awe-inspiring regions, the Buccaneer Archipelago.
Comprising over 1,000 islands scattered across vivid blue waters, this extraordinary landscape is best experienced from both above and below. Scenic flights reveal the vast scale of the archipelago, where intricate patterns of reefs, tides, and islands stretch as far as the eye can see.
For a more immersive experience, combine your flight with a boat tour, allowing you to navigate through narrow channels, witness powerful tidal movements, and access remote corners of this untouched environment.
Many tours also include a visit to the iconic Horizontal Falls, where fast-moving tidal currents surge between coastal gorges, an exhilarating natural phenomenon that is uniquely Kimberley.
With expert guides leading the way, these journeys offer a deeper understanding of the region’s geography, marine life, and cultural significance—transforming a day trip into a truly memorable experience.
By now, you’ll understand that Broome is as much about slowing down as it is about exploration.
Begin with a leisurely breakfast before spending the morning at your own pace—perhaps lounging by the pool, enjoying a final walk along Cable Beach, or revisiting a favourite spot discovered earlier in your stay.
As the afternoon unfolds, settle into a long, unhurried lunch at Sunset Grill,where fresh local flavours and warm ocean breezes create a sense of effortless relaxation.
And as evening approaches, return once more to the shoreline. Watch as the sun dips below the horizon, casting its final glow across the Indian Ocean, a familiar yet ever-changing spectacle that feels just as special as the first.
So, how many days should you stay in Broome? The answer is simple: as many as you can.
Whether it’s a short escape or an extended retreat, Broome rewards those who embrace its pace and its spirit. And with a stay at Cable Beach Club Resort & Spa, every moment is elevated, seamless, memorable, and deeply connected to place.
From curated accommodations to effortless access to the region’s most iconic sights, it is the perfect base for your Broome holiday.
