Traveling with children offers its own challengers and rewards. There are many options for those people traveling with children to Broome.
- Visit the Malcolm Douglas Crocodile Park at feeding time and watch your children’s amazed faces as they come face to face (but not too close!) to these ancient beasts.
- Take advantage of the flat roads and beautiful weather and hire a bike to explore the town and the Cable Beach area. Child seats and helmets can be hired from Broome Cycles.
- Morning, afternoon and sunset camel rides are very popular amongst families; it’s the classic Cable Beach experience.
- Fishing
- Kayaking
- If your kids feel the need for speed then Broome Trike Tours offer a variety of tours around town on the back of a Harley Davidson Trike.
- The Bureau of Meteorology offer one-hour tours, by appointment, informing people of the interesting weather patterns around Broome. You may even witness a data-collecting balloon being launched.
- Entertain the kids with a game of mini-golf at Palm Grove Caravan Park.
- Follow the sign posted self-guided cultural walks through Minyirr Park, the dune system of Cable Beach.
- Manbana Aquaculture and Discovery Tours, where you can experience the unique role the sea and inland waterways have played in the life and history of the Kimberley people. A series of fantastic aquariums and touch tanks allow you to see up close some of the many local aquatic species.
- The Shell House. A collection of more than 5000 shells, preserved fish, crustaceans and fossils. Entry is free.
- Broome Historical Society Museum. One of the best regional museums in Australia features a display on pearling, shells and a large collection of photographs and literature that piece together the fascinating history of Broome.
- The Broome Recreation and Aquatic Centre is open all year round and features a unique blend of wet and dry facilities and activities.
- Broome Jetboat offers 45 minute thrill rides at $75p/p. With twists, spins and nose dives this boat ride will be a thrill for all ages!!! (Depending on the age of the child)
Many organizations offer activities and programs for children that will keep them occupied and help them make friends while they are visiting Broome.
Here are their contact details:
Broome Recreation & Aquatic Centre (08) 9193 7677
C.I.R.C.L.E House (08) 9193 6425
Police & Citizens Youth Club (08) 9192 1655
Also, don’t forget the many family friendly festivals and events that go on throughout the year. Feel free to contact the Broome Visitor Centre for details.
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