Broome Adventure Cruises Coastline and Cocktails Cruise

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Three hours on the water off Broome aboard the shallow-draft Brahminy Kite, with sparkling wine and platters as you cruise past red pindan cliffs and mangroves, a landing on a secluded beach, then a five-course tapas meal with a cocktail at the operator's beachside venue. Transfers from your Broome accommodation are included.

Days

About 6 hours including transfers

Group size

Max 30

Start / finish

Broome accommodation / Broome coast by boat / beachside venue / Broome accommodation

Return

See itinerary for details

Transport

Coach transfers and an open shallow-draft boat

Meals

Platters and sparkling wine on board; five-course tapas with a cocktail ashore

Route

Map of Broome Adventure Cruises Coastline and Cocktails Cruise

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Included experiences

Brahminy Kite — 3-hour cruise past pindan cliffs and mangroves
Secluded beach — landing for a walk and photos
Beachside venue — five-course tapas and a cocktail

Broome Adventure Cruises Coastline and Cocktails Cruise

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PICK-UP AND BOARDING

A coach collects you from your Broome hotel or caravan park and takes you to the beachfront base on Port Drive, near the Port of Broome, where Roebuck Bay opens to the Indian Ocean. The bay is named after the Roebuck, the ship William Dampier sailed along this coast in 1699, and its tides can rise and fall almost 10 metres, so every cruise is timed to the water. You board Brahminy Kite, a shallow-draft boat named after the rust-red, white-headed bird of prey you may see overhead, straight from the sand: up four big steps with handrails, sometimes after a shin-deep wade, so wear your reef shoes.

SPARKLING WINE ALONG THE COAST

This is the sociable one. Once under way the crew pour sparkling wine and hand round platters while Broome music plays, and the boat works along the coast past red pindan cliffs, coloured by iron oxide, and over sandbars and tidal flats that appear and vanish with the tide. Look out for birdlife and marine life in the shallows, and for the brahminy kites that give the boat its name. Roebuck Bay is a Ramsar-listed wetland, and in the warmer months tens of thousands of migratory shorebirds feed on its mudflats.

A SECLUDED BEACH LANDING

Partway through, the boat noses onto a secluded beach for a short landing. Step off onto the sand, walk a little and take your photos with the red rock and turquoise water behind you. Stops change with the tides and the weather, so the crew choose the beach on the day.

ASHORE: COCKTAILS AND TAPAS

After about three hours on the water you come back to the beachfront venue near the Port of Broome. Here a handcrafted cocktail starts a five-course tapas meal, and the licensed bar sells more drinks if you want them. The bay in front changes by the hour, as tides of up to 10 metres flood and drain the flats. Then the coach drops you back at your accommodation.

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Good to know

Meeting point: Pick-up from all Broome hotels and centrally located caravan parks, except Broome Caravan Park and Gateway Caravan Park. Drop-off is included.
Departure time: Set by the tides, so it varies by day. Your exact pick-up time is texted 3 to 5 days before the cruise; check your mobile number is right when you book.
Duration: About 6 hours including transfers, with about 3 hours on the boat.
Minimum age: Children 1 to 14 travel at child rates. Infants under 12 months travel free on an adult's lap.
Fitness: Moderate. Expect beach walks of up to 70 m over uneven ground and up to 300 m on firm sand, short wades in shin-deep water, and four big steps to board. Spring tide weeks mean a longer walk to the water's edge.
Please note: Reef shoes are compulsory; without them you can't take part. There is no swimming, though spray may get you wet. Stops can change with tides, weather and cultural sites, and the cruise needs minimum numbers to run.

What to bring

Reef shoes or booties that fasten around the ankle with a grippy, soft rubber sole (no Crocs or thongs)
Hat, sunglasses and a shirt that covers your shoulders
Refillable water bottle (iced water is provided to refill it)
Towel and a light jacket, especially June to August
Wallet for the bar; keep bags small, as there is no storage on board

What is included

Return transfers from Broome hotels and central caravan parks
About 3 hours on board Brahminy Kite
Sparkling wine and gourmet platters on the cruise
Scenic beach landing
Five-course tapas meal with a cocktail at the beachside venue

Not included

Reef shoes or booties (bring your own, or hire or buy them when you book or on arrival)
Extra drinks from the venue bar
Travel insurance

FAQ

Preparing for the trip

Where can I get more information about this trip?

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What immunisations do I need?

For the latest information on immunisations, we strongly recommend you or contact the Travellers Medical and Vaccination Centre (www.traveldoctor.com.au) to discuss health requirements for your trip. They will advise you about appropriate inoculations.

Do I need to take any medical supplies?

It is not necessary to bring any medical supplies other than any personal items you may require. Each tour carries a first aid box, and the tour guides are all certified in First Aid.

Do I need travel insurance?

Insurance is important in protecting visitors from loss or damange of goods, medical problems, cancelation by passengers or other casualties. Its highly recommended. Some tours on this website require you to have travel insurance. If you are Australian then it is not necessary.

Will I be able to use my mobile whilst on tour?

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How fit do I need to be?

These tours are designed to be fun, informative and active, and can be enjoyed by anyone with a moderate degree of fitness and agility. Travellers should be comfortable with hiking or walking up to 5km each day.

What should I pack?

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Private tours and families

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If I book more than one tour can I get a discount?

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Does the tour price include flights?

No. Tour prices do not include any travel arrangements other than for the duration of the tour itself. If you need assistance with booking flights or buses our travel team and certainly help - Just ask!

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As a rule of thumb, try to book at least 2 weeks prior to departure, this will usually get you a seat on the date you want. That being said, we cannot guarantee that spaces will be available at the time of your booking so, if you can, book as soon as possible. Bookings can still be made right up until the departure date of the tour if seats are available. If you know when you'd like to travel, please contact us and we will let you know if you need to book soon or if you have time.

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Who travels with us

Is it ok to travel alone on one of these tours?

Plenty of travellers book these tours on their own. Solo travellers are very much welcomed and encouraged. During your outback adventure you'll meet new and interesting people and forge relationships that last a lifetime.Solo travellers will usually share a room with a travelling companion of the same sex, but even if you do get your own room you won't be charged extra. On camping tours there are generally enough tents available that you can have your own if you choose to.For more information please contact us directly.

Cost and Fees

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If you had an amazing time on tour and wish to tip your guide, that is completely up to you. Tipping is not customary in Australia and is not at all expected.

Will I need additional money?

Travellers are advised to bring some cash, as ATMs and banks can be few and far between in the remote parts of the trip. It is handy to have some extra cash, as the tour does stop by local shops and cafes.

Are there any hidden fees I need to know about?

Our tour prices are completely transparent. There are no additional fees involved that are not included in the overall tour price shown. If you wish to do optional activities such as helicopter rides or wildlife safaris, then an extra cost may be needed. However, this will always be made clear at the time of your booking.

What does Paid Locally mean?

Some tours require you to pay national park fees directly, in cash, to the tour guide on the morning of departure. Rest assured this will be subtracted from the tour price when reserving your tour.

Whilst on tour

Can I book extra accommodation for the start and end of the tour?

We know our country inside and out and would be happy to give you good recommodations. Please contact us for recommendations.

Where do I meet the tour?

For pick-up times and locations, please check the "Start/Finish" section directly under the itinerary, which lists every pick-up point and its time.There is a lot of information there to help you plan your flights and arrival.Please review it carefully, as pick-ups can vary from tour to tour.

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On our last day after a week in Broome we did the Coastlines and Cocktails Cruise, a great way to finish. We cruised Roebuck Bay and Dampier Creek and landed on a beach to see dinosaur footprints, on a beautiful afternoon and evening on the bay.

Jacinta Ebbott Verified· Travelled 22nd July 2026

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