6 NIGHTS

Today. we fly to Broome, the beautiful “Pearl of the North”. A short orientation tour through Broome village and then we will arrive at our home for the next 6 nights -the Oaks Cable Beach Resort. Our resort is within easy walking distance of the famous Cable Beach, renowned for its 22 kilometres of white sand and turquoise waters.
Tonight, we gather together for pre-dinner fellowship then enjoy our first “getting to know you” or “glad to see you again” dinner.

Overnight: Oaks Cable Beach Resort, Broome

Broome is the home of the beautiful South Sea Pearls and their discovery in the 1800s saw Japanese, Filipino and Malay Pearl divers arrive in droves, creating a melting pot of cultures. Immerse yourself in Broome’s multi-cultural heritage with a visit to the Japanese Cemetery and the Pearling Lugger Museum with a guided tour. Travel back in time when we visit the striking rust-red cliffs at Gantheume Point to look at ancient dinosaur footprints. Rugged eroded cliffs contrast with clear turquoise waters to provide spectacular photographic opportunities.

Enjoy a quintessential Broome experience – a sunset camel ride. Marvel at a spectacular Indian Ocean sunset from the back of a friendly camel or alternatively, you can watch the passing parade from one of the beach bar cafes. (Please note – 90kg weight restriction applies to camel rides). Broome is the perfect place to glory in God’s Creation – this is the life!

Overnight: Oaks Cable Beach Resort, Broome

This morning, we join together for worship and to enjoy fellowship with the local congregation of Broome Anglican church. After church you are free to wander around town or go back to the resort. The popular Courthouse Markets are open today (8am – 1pm) so drop by to browse stalls of local produce and handmade goods and enjoy the buskers and some live music.

Tonight, we will visit Broome’s renowned Staircase Night Markets where you can also observe the Staircase to the Moon, a natural phenomenon observed in Broome only between April and October. It is caused by the rising of a full moon reflecting on the exposed mudflats at extremely low tide creating a beautiful optical illusion of a staircase reaching up to the moon. The Staircase Markets are held at the Town Beach Precinct for one night of the full moon -wander around the colourful local stalls under the stars, sample the tastes of Broome cuisine, listen to local live music and take in the spectacular nighttime views across the ocean.

What a way to spend a Sunday!

Overnight: Oaks Cable Beach Resort, Broome

A name synonymous with the Kimberley is Malcolm Douglas, the famous “crocodile hunter” and documentary filmmaker. Whilst this passionate conservationist died in 2010 his legacy lives on in the Malcolm Douglas Crocodile Park, home to breathtakingly colourful birdlife, kangaroos, euros and wallabies, as well as emus, jabirus, snakes and saltwater crocodiles, the largest crocodilian species in the world.
Enjoy time at leisure in town or relax back at our lovely Cable Beach resort and enjoy the hotel facilities or go for a stroll along the nearby sands.

We end our day with a Sunset Cruise. This is whale watching season so keep your eyes out for these incredible creatures as well as other marine life such as dugongs, Snubfin Dolphins, and rays. Enjoy a delicious dinner whilst you soak up the sunset and the glory of God’s Creation.

Overnight: Oaks Cable Beach Resort, Broome

Broome has so much to offer and today is one to enjoy at leisure so you can “choose your own adventure”. With your Explorer Bus tickets that CFT have provided you are free to explore “downtown” at your own pace. Sun Pictures is a Broome institution; this beloved cinema is the World’s Oldest Outdoor Picture Garden. Sun Pictures featured in the Jessica Mauboy movie musical “Bran Nue Day” and a historical audio tour is available today at 11am.

Broome offers interesting Museums and Art Galleries, and historic Chinatown is the town’s boutique retail hub and heart and soul. Check out Broome’s various cafes, shops and pearl showrooms. Alternately you can simply relax at the resort or stroll the white sands of Cable Beach and take a dip in the ocean. It’s your choice!

You may like to book an optional Horizontal Falls Seaplane Adventure – fly over the incredible Buccaneer Archipelago and Cape Leveque before cruising through renowned Horizontal Falls. (for more information & prices please refer to page 10).
Enjoy a final Group Dinner back at our resort to share stories of the day’s experiences.

Overnight: Oaks Cable Beach Resort, Broome

After a truly delightful holiday we bid farewell to our newly made friends. We head home feeling blessed by the wonderful people we have meet and unique experiences we have shared.