Interesting
Facts About Broome
Broome
is located at the northern tip of Western Australia.
Nestled between the turquoise blue waters
of the Indian ocean and the stunning Kimberley landscape,
it is a true tropical oasis. With a rich cultural history
and perfect climate, Broome is a popular destination for
travellers. Especially Motorhomers / Rver's and Caravaners.
Broome existance is based largely on its pearling industry.
The discovery of the Pinctada Maxima - the world's largest
pearl oyster shell - at Roebuck Bay in 1861, saw many nationalities
flock to the town in the hope of making their fortune.
Europeans, Malays, Chinese and Japanese joined the local
Aboriginal people, many of whom became pearl divers. Thus,
the influences of the pearling industry with its cultural
melting pot, has helped to create the distinctive character
and charm of Broome as it is known today.
Take
your rented Motorhome / RV or Camper van and visit Broome
. The town has an interesting history based around the
exploits
of the men and women who developed
the pearling industry, starting with the harvesting of
oysters for mother of pearl in the 1880s to the current
major cultured pearl farming enterprises.
Take a long drive and explore Cable Beach
with your Motorhome.The water is crystal clear turquoise,
and the gentle swells hardly manage to topple over as they
roll up onto the almost perfectly flat beach. Caution,
however is required when swimming from November through
March as box jellyfish are present during those months.
Four wheel drive vehicles may be driven onto the beach
from the car park. This allows people to explore the beach
at low tide to a much greater extent than would be possible
on foot. Sunset camel rides operate daily along the beach.
CLIMATE
IN BROOME
Often called
the gateway to the magnificent wilderness region
of the Kimberley, this tropical seaside town
simply oozes charm and character. Yet it’s
not just the spectacular setting, warm summer days
and balmy nights that make Broome a ‘one of
a kind’ holiday destination.
You
will find that Broome has two distinct seasons, ‘the
wet’ and ‘the dry, each offering a vastly different
holiday experience like no other.
PLACES
OF INTEREST
Buccaneers Rock
Belived to be the location where William Dampier careened
his ship The Roebuck. There is a plaque commemorating
the event.
Broome Bird Observatory
You will need transport to get to the observatory as it
lays 25 kms east of the town (15 kms of unsealed roads).
The Broome Bird Observatory is recognised as one of the
5 top locations to observe wader bird in the world.
Broome Crocodile Park
Malcolm Douglas established the Crocodile Park in 1984
while a renowned producer of wildlife documentaries and
adventure films. The park now houses over 4,500 crocodiles.
There is also another area which is used to farm crocodiles
for their meat and skins. Please be aware that the crocodiles
have not been removed from their natural habitats except
where they have posed a danger to humans.
Cable Beach Camel Rides
One of the most unique experiences you can have in Broome
is to take a camel ride along Cable Beach.
Each time of the day has its unique quality with an ride
in the early evening probably the best for atmosphere as
it offers you an opportunity to catch those incredible
sunsets.
Chinatown
A reminder of what this town used to be. in it's early
heydays. It was here that the commercial and industrial
centre of the town evolved with all its pearl sheds,
saloons, entertainment houses and Chinese food halls.
Bedford Park
Overlooking the spectacular Roebuck Bay. The park includes
a replica of the chest that belonged to William Dampier,
the discoverer of the area, the local War Memorial and
numerous boab trees.
Captain Gregory's House
Built in 1917 by Capt Gregory on the corner of Hamersley
and Carnarvon Streets in became his home and, being one
of the most successful businessmen in the local pearling
industry, it is a great example of what the richest people
of the day selected as their suitable to house themselves
and their families
Dinosaur
Footprints
You can find footprints left behind by dinosaurs millions
of years ago. Only visible during very low tide (1.5metres
or lower). If the tides are too high you can always check
out the casts that have been made that sit at the top
of the cliffs.
If you do get the chance to walk out and check the footprints
please ensure you take care of the reef environment as
it is very fragile and also wear think soled shoes as
stonefish are known to live on the reef.
Horizontal
Falls
There is only one way to really capture the grandeur of
the Kimberley and that is from the air. Once you step
aboard this turbo-prop seaplane you know you will experience
something you will never forget.
Enjoy a relaxed flight to Talbot Bay where you will transfer
to the vessel 'Rare Breed' to experience 'Horizontal Falls',
described by David Attenborough as "one of the greatest
wonders of the World" and experience the unbelievable
tidal powers that can be found in the Kimberleys. You will
be taken straight through the falls (tidal conditions permitting)
- this you won't forget.
Here
is small list of Tourist
Park / Caravan park in Broome
Motorhome
Rental in Broome
