North West Australia Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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The Gibb River Road is an absolutely amazing experience. Its in my Top 5 List of Places to Visit in Australia and it is truly a special destination with postcard perfect waterholes, pounding waterfalls and spectacular sunsets over one of Australia's most picturesque ranges, the Cockburns! (not pronounced as dirty as its spelt, but rather as 'coburn'.) You can hire a 4WD from Broome or Kununurra or jump on a tour with one of the off-road tour buses. For must know information on driving the road in a rental car check out: http://www.seesomethingnew.com.au/australia/western-australia/going-rental-gibb-river-road for
This is Fortescue Falls. It's a great place to cool off fo a swim when it's hot. The terraced rock is handy to sit down & take in the scenery too.
I had taken the camel ride the evening before and it was a cloudless sunset... so glad that this sunset wasn't - such a cool sky with the reflections in the sand... I enjoyed photographing it a lot more than I enjoyed my camel ride though... Tip: the Blue Camels are closer to the sea than the Red or the Yellow also the wet sand makes for great reflections #Reflections #beachtips

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Cable Beach showing land animals, a sunset and landscape views

Cable Beach

The pristine beaches and picturesque gardens are top of the list for many visitors to Cable Beach. A stop by Cable Beach or Buddha Sanctuary might round out your trip.

Cable Beach
Broome showing a city, cycling and street scenes

Djugun

Travellers enjoy Djugun for its beaches and restaurants. Consider checking out Chinatown while you're in the area.

Djugun
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South Hedland

The restaurants and shopping are a few things travellers note about the neighbourhood.

South Hedland
Classic sunset at Cable Beach, Broome

Bilingurr

If you're spending some time in Bilingurr, Cable Beach and Broome Wildlife Centre Reserve are top sights worth seeing.

Bilingurr
Gantheaume Point featuring rocky coastline and landscape views

Minyirr

You'll enjoy the beaches and gardens in Minyirr. You might want to make time for a stop at Roebuck Bay or Broome Golf Club.

Minyirr
Even though I’m a full time travel photographer I have so far resisted the urge to buy a drone. I love that I can honestly say that any tourist can see the same views that I shoot! This is Broome from the air, taken on a scenic helicopter flight with KAS Helicopters. The Kimberley is best seen from the air or water in my opinion. 😍😍 Western Australia.

Broome Town Centre

If you're spending some time in Broome Town Centre, Matso's Brewery and SSJG Heritage Centre Broome are top sights worth seeing.

Broome Town Centre
Mantarays Ningaloo Beach Resort

Mantarays Ningaloo Beach Resort

4.5 out of 5
Madaffari Drive Exmouth WA
The price is £206 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
£206
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Exmouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (604 reviews)
Nice big and clean room right next to the pool and beach

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Mantarays Ningaloo Beach Resort
Oaks Cable Beach Resort

Oaks Cable Beach Resort

4.5 out of 5
11 Oryx Road Cable Beach WA
The price is £105 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
£105
24 Feb - 25 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Broome. Enjoy free parking, 4 outdoor pools and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Buddha Sanctuary and Cable Beach ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (626 reviews)
Clean spacious greatbpool

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Oaks Cable Beach Resort
Karratha International Hotel

Karratha International Hotel

4 out of 5
Crn of Hillview Rd and Millstream Rd Pegs Creek WA
The price is £178 per night from 13 Mar to 14 Mar
£178
13 Mar - 14 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Karratha. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Waters Park and Walgu Park are ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (269 reviews)
The room was in great condition. Lovely staff. The tv wasn’t working properly. I asked to get it fixed but it wasn’t

Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

Karratha International Hotel
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Oaks Cable Beach Resort

Oaks Cable Beach Resort

4.5 out of 5
11 Oryx Road Cable Beach WA
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Broome. Enjoy free parking, 4 outdoor pools and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Buddha Sanctuary and Cable Beach ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (626 reviews)
Clean spacious greatbpool

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Oaks Cable Beach Resort
Oaks Broome Hotel

Oaks Broome Hotel

4.5 out of 5
99 Robinson Street Broome WA
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Broome. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Broome Historical Society Museum ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (861 reviews)
Clean and friendly staff

Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

Oaks Broome Hotel
Moonlight Bay Suites

Moonlight Bay Suites

3.5 out of 5
51 Canarvon Street Broome WA
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Broome. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (668 reviews)
Great staff Nice room

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Moonlight Bay Suites
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Popular places to visit

Cable Beach showing land animals, a sunset and landscape views

Cable Beach

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Cable Beach during your trip to Broome? Wander through the beautiful beaches and picturesque gardens in this relaxing area.

Cable Beach
Bungle Bungles, view from helicopter! - June 2016

Purnululu National Park

Explore the great outdoors at Purnululu National Park, a lovely green space in Purnululu.

Purnululu National Park
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Cape Range National Park

4/5(1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Cape Range National Park, a lovely green space in Cape Range National Park. Stroll along the sandy beaches or discover the area's coral reefs.

Cape Range National Park
Town Beach which includes night scenes, markets and a park

Town Beach

3.5/5(4 reviews)

This family-friendly beach has an exciting water playground, barbecue facilities and a café with stunning views.

Town Beach
Broome showing a statue or sculpture, a small town or village and art

Chinatown

3.5/5(8 reviews)

Learn about Broome’s fascinating pearling history and browse the dazzling goods on show at jewelry showrooms in this multicultural quarter.

Chinatown
Matso\'s Brewery which includes outdoor eating as well as a large group of people

Matso's Brewery

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Experience the flavours of the Kimberley at this brewery, where you can try tingling chilli and mango beers and seasonal ales at the bayside restaurant.

Matso's Brewery

Things to do

Join a Cape Immersion Tours cruise as we explore the waters of the Ningaloo Marine Park in search of turtles to view from both above and beneath the sea surface.

Half Day Snorkel 2.5hr Turtle Tour on the Ningaloo Reef, Exmouth

£72
per adult
Half Day Snorkel 2.5hr Turtle Tour on the Ningaloo Reef, Exmouth
The star attraction of our Turtle Tour

Turtle Tour - Ningaloo Reef Half Day Sea Kayak and Snorkel Tour

£77
per adult
Turtle Tour - Ningaloo Reef Half Day Sea Kayak and Snorkel Tour
Half Day Sailing and Snorkeling Tour from Coral Bay

Half Day Sailing and Snorkeling Tour from Coral Bay

£93
per adult
Half Day Sailing and Snorkeling Tour from Coral Bay
Majestic mantas are frequently encountered particularly between the months of July and October.

Ningaloo Reef Snorkel and Wildlife Adventure

£137
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Ningaloo Reef Snorkel and Wildlife Adventure
Perth to Exmouth Explorer with Ningaloo Reef and Dolphins 7-Day Return Tour

Perth to Exmouth Explorer with Ningaloo Reef and Dolphins 7-Day Return Tour

£971
per adult
Perth to Exmouth Explorer with Ningaloo Reef and Dolphins 7-Day Return Tour
Perth to Exmouth 6-Day Coral Coaster One-Way Soft Adventure Tour

Perth to Exmouth Coral Coaster 6-Day Soft Adventure One-Way Tour

£846
per adult
Perth to Exmouth Coral Coaster 6-Day Soft Adventure One-Way Tour
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