Cape Leveque and the Kimberley Coast
2 days
from Broome to Broome
From
$ 685
Duration2 days
Explore Cape Leveque, the Dampier Peninsula and the Islands of the Giant Tides. A stunning composition of ochre-coloured earth and aquamarine waters, the Dampier Peninsula is one of the most spectacular coastal environments in Australia and a great place to encounter the Kimberley's First Nations culture. Visit historical local communities and gain an insight into indigenous Bardi-Jawi lifestyle at One Arm Point. Tour a working aquaculture hatchery and see pearling in action at one of Australia’s oldest family-owned pearl farms – Cygnet Bay. Relax on the sands or set out snorkelling at stunning Cape Leveque. Take a boat cruise through the Islands of the Giant Tides and then spend a night in a private Coastal Safari camp.
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Duration: 2 daysService level: Basic
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Starts in: BroomePhysical Grading: Light
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Ends in: BroomeAges: 8+
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Itinerary
Day 1: Beagle Bay, Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm & Buccaneer Archipelago
Start place: Broome
The Dampier Peninsula is an extraordinary blend of stunning coastline and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture. Travelling up the red 4WD track, learn about the region's fascinating history by guided commentary. Your first stop is for morning tea at the Beagle Bay Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islander Community, home of the Beagle Bay Church and its glimmering pearl shell altar. By mid-morning, arrive at One Arm Point (also known as Ardyaloon) home of the Bardi-Jawi people, a local community perched on the tip of the Dampier Peninsula, and visit the Community’s aquaculture hatchery for barramundi, pearl and trochus shell. We’ll also visit Kevin and Donna, traditional owners from One Arm Point who will tell us about their history and life on the peninsula. After lunch arrive at Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm to enjoy a pearl appreciation tour and then embark on an extraordinary cruise through the Islands of the Giant Tides.
Meals: L, D
Day 2: Kooljaman, Cape Leveque & Broome
Undertake a tour of Australia’s oldest pearl farm. Learn about this fascinating history from local guides descended from the very first pearlers. From here, you'll soon reach Kooljaman at Cape Leveque, where you may like to swim on the Eastern beach, take one of the lovely walks over the Cape itself or alternatively you might choose to go for a wander along the Western beach where famous red sandstone cliffs tower above the white sand providing some of the most famous images of this area. Driving back to Broome through the afternoon, keep an eye out for wildlife before arriving back in town at approximately 6.00 pm. Your trip ends upon arrival.
End place: Broome
Meals: B, L
Inclusions
Included
- Beagle Bay Pearl Shell Church Visit
- Islands of the Giant Tides Cruise
- Beagle Bay Aboriginal Community
- One Arm Point Aquaculture Hatchery Visit
- Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm
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Transport
4x4 -
Accommodation
Basix permanent tents with proper beds. Sheets, pillows & Duvets provided. Hot showers and flushing toilets.