1 Day Dampier Peninsula Adventure
Experience the highlights of pristine Dampier Peninsula on this adventurous day trip into indigenous Bardi country. Learn about the Peninsula’s place in Australia’s history as we travel north through distinctive pindan woodland. Get to know local indigenous communities, discover the art of pearling at Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm and visit the remote One Arm Point aquaculture hatchery.
Highlights
Beagle Bay Church, Introduction to Cygnet Bay Pearling, One Arm Point
Tour Summary
Tour Code | 1DDP |
Fitness level | Easy |
Price | From $325 |
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Tour Details
| Tour Route | Broome-Broome |
| Vehicles | Coach or 4WD Vehicle |
| Fitness | Easy |
| Tour Code | 1DDP |
| Duration | 12 Hours |
| Tour Style | Broome Day Tour |
| Maximum Passengers | 35 |
| Price | 1DDP 4WD/4WD: Concession $325, Adult $349, Child (4-12yrs) $234 1DDP1 4WD/Fly: Concession $770, Adult $790, Child (4-12yrs) $675 |
| Departs | APR-SEP: Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays |
| Meals | Morning & Afternoon Tea, Lunch |
| Private Charter | Available On Request |
| Validity | 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026 |
| Download | Not available for this trip. |
Just a few kilometres out of Broome we head north on Cape Leveque Road. Travelling over rugged terrain on the unsealed sections of the road, heading further north, we stop initially at Beagle Bay for morning tea; famous for its Shell Church (community entry fees included but entry to Shell Church by individual donation)
Our next stop is Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm situated on the tip of the Dampier Peninsula. Enjoy a chef prepared lunch followed by a Pearl Farm Tour. A family owned business, it is Australia’s oldest operating Pearl Farm. An opportunity also to visit their showroom, where you will see some of the finest South Sea Pearls grown and harvested.
Following lunch we venture up to One Arm Point – Ardyaloon. One Arm Point is a remote Indigenous community with amazing views of the Buccaneer Archipelago. Here, is the trochus hatchery and learn about the Bardi Jawis strong connection to their rich culture and saltwater traditions. Have the opportunity to purchase local art and artefacts (cash only).
We bid farewell to those that have chosen the Scenic Flight (must be pre-booked) , before heading back to Broome on the coach arriving approximately 7.30pm. A drop off to your hotel is included.
*When available, an additional visit to the aboriginal community at Lombadina will be included after lunch. This is dependent on the discretion of the community patrons. (Community fees included)
The 1 Day Dampier Peninsula Adventure departs Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays (MAY – SEP)
Inclusions
- Experienced Guide
- Meals as specified, including a delicious restaurant lunch at Cygnet Bay.
- Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm Tour
- Community Entry Permits
- Beagle Bay Aboriginal Community Church Visit
- A guided tour of the Ardyaloon Trochus Hatchery & Aquaculture Centre
* Please note that inclusions can vary in the event of an Aboriginal Community closing their gates in order to attend to community business.
What to Bring
Recommendations include: a broad-brimmed hat with sun visor (broad brimmed being better for all round sun protection), swimmers & a towel, personal water bottle, sunscreen and camera.
Notes
- Your tour will be operated by our code-share partner, Australian Pinnacle Tours.
- The Drive/Fly Option (1DDP1) is operated in conjunction with Air Kimberley. It is important that you provide us with your body weight on booking for the airline manifest.
- Access to Aboriginal Communities can be interrupted due to COVID-19 government restrictions, which can sometimes affect our itineraries.
- Aboriginal Communities reserve the right to close their gates to visitors, in order to attend to local community business. It is uncommon, but can happen: sometimes last minute with advice being issued after the group has left Broome. In this event we will need to adjust the itinerary accordingly while en route.
- This tour itinerary does not visit the Kooljaman or Cape Leveque areas as they are closed for the foreseeable future.