How To Stay 3 Days In Broome

The pearling town of Broome is fascinating to many travellers due to its multi-cultural residents, beautiful environs, made up of Kimberly's rustic borders merging with the warm waters of the Indian Ocean, and that laidback relaxed vibe the lovely coastal town exudes. If you are planning a quick getaway to the town, here are some tips on how to stay three days in Broome.

Travel & Shit from Brighton, UK, Cable Beach, Broome, Western Australia (7070613571), CC BY-SA 2.0

1. Get Updated On The Allures Of Broome

Broome is undoubtedly one of Australia's more fascinating towns. Sitting on the border of the huge continent, this little place is home to a vibrant community made-up of Japanese, Chinese and the Aboriginals; perfect for experiencing plenty of that rugged outback culture which many find so alluring. In Broome, you can shop for pearls of the finest quality and even learn about their origins, set off on an adventure, and trek the mountains where you will discover ancient dinosaur footprints. And when you need to connect with nature, step out into Broome's wilderness and explore the great Kimberley.

If you plan to experience all this in three days, make sure your Broome accommodation is the best. Look for well-located Broome hotels, an important factor if you have a limited time in town. Some like Oaks Broome Hotel are only 5 minutes from the airport. While offering apartment-style convenient accommodation in Broome.

2. Day One In Broome – Morning: Hit The Markets And Check Out The Pearls

For your first morning in Broome book a place on the mangrove or town tours. These excursions are, in most instances, conducted by a local indigenous citizen who will take you on a fascinating journey of how the town of Broome originated.

Take A Pearl Tour

You can then wander over to Chinatown where more tours are on offer to update you on the town's pearling history. You can visit one of the pearl shops and even hop aboard a boat conducting tours to some of the area's more prominent pearl farms. The entire experience promises to be quite fascinating, providing shopaholics with a chance to pick up some valuable and memorable gifts.

Visit The Japanese Cemetery

Include into your morning tour of Broome, a visit to the Japanese cemetery, there you can explore the tranquil grounds and discover the 707 gravestones carved from coloured rocks.

Hit The Markets

The Broome Courthouse Markets, open every Saturday and Sunday morning are not to be missed, even if you are not a shopaholic. These sunny quarters are ideal for getting a taste of local lifestyles and exploring the lovely stalls selling a variety of items from souvenirs, to crafts and clothing, as well as, lovely hand-made jewellery. There are plenty of cafes and casual restaurants to stop for lunch where home-made gelato is a speciality.

If you happen to be in town between June and October, make a date to visit the Staircase to the Moon night markets which take place on two full moon nights' at Town Beach Reserve.

3. Day One in Broome Afternoon – Time For Some Adventure

Once lunch is done take the 15-minute scenic drive to Gantheaume Point. There you will be amazed at sights of red cliffs dipping down to the blue waters of the Indian Ocean. Cameras are needed for this journey. And if you get there when its low-tide, look for the 130-million-year-old dinosaur footprints in the reef below.

Kayak On The Indian Ocean

If you fancy a spot of adventure, join one of the tours offering kayaking tour. These trips offer one a chance to paddle next to giant sea turtles and stop at pristine isolated little beaches for some relaxation. End your first day in Broome with an iconic, camelback trek on Cable Beach as the sunsets.

4. Day Two In Broome – Visit The Crocs

Join an eco-cruise and you can set out to visit the whales and dolphins, or you could hop aboard a pearl farm tour and discover the entire process of how the famous pearls of Broome are created.

By afternoon get set for some more adventure, as you set out to meet the critters at the Malcolm Douglas Crocodile Park and Animal Refuge. The place is home to some of the continent's biggest crocodiles, as well as, birds, kangaroos and a host of critters from the outback.

You can do lunch at one of the Asian restaurants' in Broome if you fancy a change. And then settle into a deck chair for a flick at the Sun Picture Garden. Which happens to be the oldest picture garden in the world, still in operation.

5. Day Three In Broome Plan To Explore The Dampier Peninsula

Book a 4WD bus tour of the Kimberley on your third day in Broome. The vehicle will make its way across the rugged terrain of red earth, treating you to sights of the surrounding Dampier Peninsula. Learn about the area's Aboriginal Bardin culture and heritage, as you discover the story of the Kimberley.

By the afternoon of day three in Broome, make sure to visit the One Arm Point Aboriginal community's aquaculture hatchery. Follow this adventure with a picnic for lunch facing the Buccaneer Archipelago. You can add a few more experiences to your adventure before heading out of Broome, just make sure to look for a well-located hotel in Broome for easy travel.