Cable Beach
Cable Beach lies approximately 6km west of the town of Broome and has developed a reputation as one
of the most spectacular stretch of white-sand beaches in the world adorned by palm trees and the turquoise waters of the Indian ocean. The suburb surrounding Cable Beach shares its name and is sometimes referred to as 'New Broome'. The name itself finds its origins in the telegraph cable laid between Broome and Java in the late 19th century. Today, Cable Beach has become one of the most popular holiday destinations in West Australia. Things to See and Do
Activities available for visitors to Cable Beach include various water sports such as surfing, swimming and boogie boarding. Those who prefer the air can indulge in some skydiving or paragliding while others may prefer just cruising along the beach on the back of a camel during sunset. Beach umbrellas and deck chairs are available for hire at the northern end of the beach near the surf club for those who just wish to lounge around and relax. Places of interest around Cable Beach include the Broome Crocodile Park where visitors can mingle with enormous crocs and their hatchlings as well as Gantheaume Point with its walking trails through bush and dunes. Look out for ancient dinosaur footprints at low tides.
Getting to Cable Beach
Regular flights are scheduled to Broome from centres such as Perth, Darwin, Alice Springs and Port Hedland. From here, drive northwest via Cable Beach Road past the Crocodile Park. The access road will lead straight to the beach.
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