Kimberley Ports Authority – Port of Broome
Kimberley Ports Authority operates the Port of Broome and publishes its wharf, access, and marine conditions.
Cruise planning
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At a glance
Port profile
Country, code, and on-shore essentials.
Country
Australia
Port code
AUBME
Coordinates
-17.961, 122.236
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Your port day at a glance
Plan your time ashore in Broome, Western Australia
Broome, Western Australia is an exact passenger arrival with call-specific port, transfer, and return-time requirements.
Before going ashore
Before going ashore, confirm the berth or tender point, local time, all-aboard deadline, and the meeting location for any independently booked transport or tour.
Arrival
Usually docks
Town access
Taxi recommended
Can you explore independently?
Choose one local plan or one properly timed regional excursion rather than combining uncertain transport links.
VoyagePro planning verdict
This port works best when you confirm the exact arrival point, choose one coherent plan, and protect the return to the ship with a comfortable time buffer.
Best for
- •Travelers who confirm the exact arrival point
- •A focused local plan
- •One well-timed longer outing
Needs extra planning when
- •Your transfer or pickup point has not been confirmed
- •Your itinerary depends on several tightly timed stops
- •Your plan assumes every attraction can be reached on foot
Source summary1 source
This section draws on information from Kimberley Ports Authority – Port of Broome.
Step off the ship with a plan
Arrival, terminals and getting into town
Confirm the actual berth first—local access can change substantially between terminals.
Where your ship arrives
Cruise vessels use the Port of Broome at Entrance Point when berth and tide conditions permit; the active wharf is not in central Broome.
Getting into town
Cable Beach, Chinatown, Town Beach, and museums require shuttle, taxi, or excursion transport from the secure working port.
Port shuttle
Use the official port or ship shuttle when offered and confirm its destination and final return.
Taxi and local transport
Use only the marked passenger pickup area and prebook scarce or accessible vehicles.
Source summary1 source
This section draws on information from Kimberley Ports Authority – Port of Broome.
What official and local sources say
Local details from reviewed sources
A concise summary of useful details found in port, municipal, transport, terminal, and tourism material.
Source summary1 source
This section draws on information from Kimberley Ports Authority – Port of Broome.
Build a realistic day
Choose a plan by time in port
Start with the usable time you have ashore, then leave a comfortable return margin.
Quick call
2–3 hours
Independent exploration is practical only after confirming the exact landing and protecting the ship return time.
Half day
4–6 hours
Cable Beach, Chinatown, pearling history, Gantheaume Point, Town Beach, and Kimberley touring are the main planning choices. Cable Beach, Chinatown, Town Beach, and museums require shuttle, taxi, or excursion transport from the secure working port.
Long call
7+ hours
Cable Beach, Chinatown, pearling history, Gantheaume Point, Town Beach, and Kimberley touring are the main planning choices. Keep the ship's all-aboard time as a hard deadline and allow extra time for weather, traffic, queues, security, or tender operations.
Source summary1 source
This section draws on information from Kimberley Ports Authority – Port of Broome.
Plan for comfort
Accessibility and mobility
Mobility overview
Large tides, heat, exposed wharf areas, long transfers, and uneven beach or headland terrain require advance planning.
Source summary1 source
This section draws on information from Kimberley Ports Authority – Port of Broome.
Avoid the rushed version of this port
Common planning mistakes
1
Not checking the arrival point
2
Assuming everything is walkable
3
Leaving no return margin
Keep the ship's all-aboard time as a hard deadline and allow extra time for weather, traffic, queues, security, or tender operations.
Source summary1 source
This section draws on information from Kimberley Ports Authority – Port of Broome.
Answers from reviewed guide sources
Broome, Western Australia port questions
These answers use the reviewed operational fields above; check the linked source when a detail affects a booking or transfer.
Will the ship dock or tender?
Cruise vessels use the Port of Broome at Entrance Point when berth and tide conditions permit; the active wharf is not in central Broome.
How do I get from the ship into town?
Cable Beach, Chinatown, Town Beach, and museums require shuttle, taxi, or excursion transport from the secure working port.
Should I plan a shuttle, taxi, or transfer?
Use the official port or ship shuttle when offered and confirm its destination and final return. Use only the marked passenger pickup area and prebook scarce or accessible vehicles.
Can I explore independently?
Choose one local plan or one properly timed regional excursion rather than combining uncertain transport links.
Source summary1 source
This section draws on information from Kimberley Ports Authority – Port of Broome.
Guide review and sources
Operational details can change by berth, weather, and ship call. Confirm important arrangements before travel.
Reviewed Jul 18, 2026
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Build a route you can actually use
Practical places around Broome, Western Australia
Choose a few places that fit your time ashore, then check access and transport before setting out.
Transport starting point
Cable Beach, Chinatown, Town Beach, and museums require shuttle, taxi, or excursion transport from the secure working port.
Arrival location reference
Broome, Western Australia cruise destination reference· Cruise destination area
Beach
Cable Beach
A source-backed option to consider for a port day in Broome, Western Australia.
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A source-backed option to consider for a port day in Broome, Western Australia. Check current access, opening hours, admission requirements, and reservations before setting out.
Plan local transport from the assigned terminal or landing rather than assuming this stop is walkable.
Local transport may be needed from the arrival point
Local landmark
Chinatown
A source-backed option to consider for a port day in Broome, Western Australia.
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A source-backed option to consider for a port day in Broome, Western Australia. Check current access, opening hours, admission requirements, and reservations before setting out.
This is near the destination reference, but the practical walking route still depends on the assigned berth or tender landing.
Near the destination reference; confirm the walking route
Local landmark
pearling history
A source-backed option to consider for a port day in Broome, Western Australia.
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A source-backed option to consider for a port day in Broome, Western Australia. Check current access, opening hours, admission requirements, and reservations before setting out.
Use the official visitor information for directions. No sufficiently reliable geotagged match was found, so this place is intentionally not pinned.
No verified map pinPlace information
Local landmark
Gantheaume Point
A source-backed option to consider for a port day in Broome, Western Australia.
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A source-backed option to consider for a port day in Broome, Western Australia. Check current access, opening hours, admission requirements, and reservations before setting out.
Plan local transport from the assigned terminal or landing rather than assuming this stop is walkable.
Local transport may be needed from the arrival point
Beach
Town Beach
A source-backed option to consider for a port day in Broome, Western Australia.
Read more
A source-backed option to consider for a port day in Broome, Western Australia. Check current access, opening hours, admission requirements, and reservations before setting out.
This is near the destination reference, but the practical walking route still depends on the assigned berth or tender landing.
Near the destination reference; confirm the walking route
Source summary5 sources
Reviewed 2026-07-25. Location placement, transport, and attraction information retain separate sources so each can be checked and updated independently.
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Scheduled window
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Planning checkpoint: 4:30pm
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A longer outing may fit, but protect the return journey from weather, traffic, queues, and tender delays.
Schedule source summary
Dates, ships, and times come from the currently published cruise-call records. Schedules can change, and passenger totals represent available ship-capacity data rather than a forecast of people going ashore.
Destination guide
About Broome, Western Australia
Broome, a coastal town in Western Australia, is famous for its stunning beaches, rich history, and vibrant culture. Located on the Indian Ocean, it boasts Cable Beach, known for its white sand, turquoise waters, and iconic camel rides at sunset. Once a pearling hub, Broome retains its multicultural heritage, reflected in its cuisine and architecture. The town is also the gateway to the Kimberley region, offering breathtaking landscapes and unique natural attractions like the Staircase to the Moon. With warm weather year-round and a laid-back atmosphere, Broome is a perfect destination for adventure, relaxation, and cultural experiences.
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Explore ashore
Shore excursions in Broome, Western Australia
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Photo credits
Place photos are resized for display and cropped where needed.
- Sand and coastal dunes at Cable Beach, Broome — Zoharby · CC BY-SA 3.0
- Red coastal rocks at Gantheaume Point, Broome — Dan arndt · CC BY-SA 4.0
- Jetty and turquoise water at Town Beach in Broome — Ridiculopathy · CC0