Discover Broome: Cable Beach, Pearl History & Gantheaume Point Panoramic Bus Tour
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; walking is short and gentle with vehicle-supported transport between stops.
Overview
A 2.5-hour boutique bus tour that stitches Broome’s shoreline, pearling history and red-rock coastal views into a single loop. Ideal for first-time visitors who want local stories, short walks and prime photo stops.
Discover Broome: Cable Beach, Pearl History & Gantheaume Point Panoramic Bus Tour
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The bus eases out of Broome’s low-rise streets and the Indian Ocean opens like a cooled blue sheet; salt-slick light slides across Roebuck Bay as the guide leans in with a local story. In 150 minutes a boutique white coach threads through the town’s best windows — Cable Beach’s wind-sculpted sand, the blood-red sandstone of Gantheaume Point, the quiet rows of carved headstones in the Japanese cemetery, and the compact, lived-in lanes of Chinatown. The rhythm of the tour is deliberate: short stops, layered histories, and plenty of time for photographs.
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Adventure Tips
Sun protection is non-negotiable
Bring a wide-brim hat, sunscreen and sunglasses — Broome’s sun is intense even on breezy days.
Light walking shoes
Walking on red sandstone and beach sand is easy but uneven — closed-toe shoes with grip make photos and short strolls more comfortable.
Charge your camera
Stops are photo-rich; carry a spare battery or power bank if you plan to shoot a lot.
Check tide and moon times
If you want Staircase to the Moon, verify lunar and tide schedules — that spectacle requires precise timing.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Migratory shorebirds (especially in Roebuck Bay)
- Sea turtles offshore and occasional dolphins
History
Broome grew rapidly during the pearling boom of the late 1800s and became a multicultural hub with significant Japanese, Malay and Indigenous contributions reflected across Chinatown and the cemetery.
Conservation
Roebuck Bay is a Wetland of International Importance—visitors are asked to respect shorebird feeding areas and stay on designated paths to protect fragile tidal flats.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Wide-brim hat
Shields face and neck from strong tropical sun during coastal stops.
summer specific
Sunscreen (SPF 30+)
Protects skin during exposed beach and lookout stops.
Comfortable walking shoes
Useful for short walks over sand and uneven sandstone at viewpoints.
Compact camera or smartphone with power bank
Captures vibrant coastal light; a power bank keeps devices charged through the tour.