Broome Helicopter Flight: 30-Minute Scenic Tour Over Cable Beach & Willie Creek
Difficulty
easy
Duration
45–60 minutes
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; passengers must be able to board and sit unassisted.
Overview
Lift off over Cable Beach and trace 22 kilometres of coastline in a 30-minute helicopter flight that reveals pearl farms, red cliffs, tidal flats and the patchwork colours of Roebuck Bay. Ideal for short stays, this aerial tour compresses Broome’s geology, history and wildlife into a single, unforgettable loop.
Broome Helicopter Flight: 30-Minute Scenic Tour Over Cable Beach & Willie Creek
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The chopper lifts off from the charter apron and for a moment the town of Broome folds away—rooftops shrink, the jetty becomes a thin line, and the coastline opens like a map. Below, Cable Beach unwinds in a long, bright ribbon of sand while Roebuck Bay spreads into a complex network of mudflats and channels that change colour with every tide. The pilot points out a pearl farm at Willie Creek; from the air the neat rows of racks look like a deliberate fingerprint on the water.
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Adventure Tips
Weight and seating limits
Operators enforce per-seat and combined passenger weight limits—submit accurate weights at booking and expect to be weighed on arrival.
Timing for light and wildlife
Book morning flights in the dry season for calmer air, clearer water and the best chance of spotting turtles, rays and dolphins.
Protect your gear from glare
Bring a polarizing filter or use your phone’s HDR mode to reduce surface reflection over reefs and mudflats.
Motion-sickness precautions
If you’re prone to motion sickness, take a preventative remedy and sit where the pilot recommends for the smoothest ride.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Sea turtles
- Dugong (occasionally) and dolphins
History
Broome’s pearling trade from the late 19th century brought international communities and shaped the town’s multicultural identity; many pearl leases still operate offshore.
Conservation
Roebuck Bay is an important migratory shorebird habitat—stick to designated viewing areas and avoid disturbing tidal flats; aerial tours should follow operator guidelines to minimize wildlife disturbance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Sunglasses
Reduces glare during flight and helps when photographing reflective water surfaces.
summer specific
Sunscreen
Protects skin during pre- and post-flight time outdoors on the tarmac or beaches.
Camera or smartphone with polarizer
A polarizer or HDR settings cut surface reflection and deepen colours of reefs and cliffs.
Light windproof layer
Early-morning flights can feel cool on the open apron before and after the flight.
winter specific