Kimberley Beaches & Islands

Kimberley beaches are truly in a class of their own. Here, a trip to the beach brings you to the pristine white sands of Broome’s 22-kilometre Cable Beach, the wide open coastal panoramas of Eighty Mile Beach, sunset reflections on the striking red rocks of the Dampier Peninsula, or the seemingly endless string of island beaches in the Buccaneer Archipelago.

Consistent warm weather also means you can enjoy the Kimberley coast and its fiery sunsets all year round. Best of all, vast stretches of the coastline don’t see many people at all, so you can really escape the crowds and spread your towel out on your very own Kimberley bay, beach or island.  

The Dampier Peninsula is where ancient culture meets the coast, and where red rock meets white sand and turquoise waters, providing a stunning backdrop to your stay, as well as the many Indigenous, boating and pearling tours.

The Buccaneer Archipelago is made up of more than 1,000 rugged islands, with secluded beaches, lush rainforest, and pristine mangroves surrounded by a tropical sea.

Kimberley Beaches

Cable Beach

With 22 kilometres of pristine white sand edged by the stunning turquoise water of the Indian Ocean, Broome’s Cable Beach attracts visitors from around Australia and the world. Bounded by sand dunes and…

Eighty Mile Beach Marine Park

Situated between Port Hedland and Broome, Eighty Mile is the longest uninterrupted beach in Western Australia, extending for 220 kilometres (or almost 137 miles!).  It’s a haven for anglers, shell…

Entrance Point

The beach at Entrance Point near Broome Port is a popular locals spot for fishing, sunset and exploring the unusual rock formations. For travellers with their own boats, the two boat launching ramps…

Gantheaume Point

Gantheaume Point encompasses a stretch of white sandy beach as well as a red rock cliff face overlooking the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean. Located about ten minutes from the town centre of…

Jetty to Jetty Trail

Take a walk along Yawuru's self-guided Jetty to Jetty trail from Streeter's Jetty in Chinatown to the site of Old Jetty at Town Beach and immerse yourself in the beauty, culture and history of the…

How to get there:

Broome Beaches
Broome's beaches are within a ten-minute drive from the town centre. While Cable Beach draws people from all over the world, be sure to visit the lesser known Gantheaume Point, Reddell Beach and Town Beach – overlooking Roebuck Bay.

Dampier Peninsula
The Cape Leveque Road stretches 220 kilometres north of Broome on a partly unsealed road and a 4WD is recommended. You can pick up the Ardi Traveller's Guide to the Dampier Peninsula from Broome Visitor Centre, or join a 4WD or senic flight tour from Broome. 

Kimberley Wilderness Coast
Cruise boats visit unspoiled and secluded beaches along the Kimberley coast as part of their itineraries, and a small number of coastal camps and resorts offer splendid isolation. 

Buccaneer Archipelago
Derby is the closest point to the islands of the Buccaneer Archipelago, accessible by light aircraft or boat cruise.

Tides

You can set your watch by the daily rise and fall of the Kimberley’s oceans and rivers, and…

Waterfalls

A waterfall experience in one of the last true wilderness areas on Earth is a moment in time…

King George Falls

The King George River plunges over an ancient sandstone cliff into tidal waters, creating the truly…

Wildlife

Imagine seeing a humpback whale breach, turtles nest, snubfin dolphins and incredible bird species…

On The Water

Lake Argyle and Kununurra's many waterways make it an excellent spot to join a scenic cruise or…