Cable Beach

Discover the majesty of the Kimberley's golden hour as the world-renowned Indian Ocean sunsets at Cable Beach dazzle in pink, orange, and purple hues. Take a camel train ride or a picturesque boat excursion as the sun sets below the horizon, or simply gaze in awe as the vast expanse of sky changes from day to night. Cable Beach, a haven of sugar-white beach and gin-clear waters, is a 10-minute drive or bus ride from Broome. Broome is a two-and-a-half-hour flight from Perth; if driving, allow at least two days for the 2,240-kilometer trek.

Although it is named after the telegraph line that linked Australia's north-west to the rest of the world in 1889, this tropical paradise urges you to unplug from the strains of everyday life as you explore 22 kilometers of sun-drenched beach. Relax beneath a beach umbrella or go daring with a variety of water sports. Explore Minyirr Park's dunes and self-guided walking routes, or board a boat and chart a course along the coast. At the end of the day, the legendary camel trains of Cable Beach form a spectacular silhouette against the flame-red sky. Get in the saddle and follow this swinging, majestic procession along the dazzling shoreline.

Google rating: 4.8/5.0

Location: 4 km (2 mi) west of Broome CBD