Gantheaume Point

Gantheaume Point, a rugged headland on the Broome coast, offers a dramatic collision of red pindan cliffs, turquoise water, and a lunar-like shoreline. It’s a place where ancient dinosaur footprints meet the modern-day spectacle of a staircase to the moon. This is a must-visit for anyone wanting to experience the raw, otherworldly beauty of the Kimberley coast.

Highlights & What to See

• Dinosaur Footprints: At low tide, explore the exposed reef platform to see fossilised footprints of sauropods and other dinosaurs, visible in the rock. The best viewing is around low tide, so check tide times.
• Staircase to the Moon: During the dry season (March to October), the full moon rising over the exposed mudflats creates an optical illusion of a staircase reaching to the moon. The phenomenon is best viewed from the point's lookout.
• Gantheaume Point Lookout: Offers panoramic views of Cable Beach, Roebuck Bay, and the red cliffs. It's a prime spot for sunset photography.
• Red Pindan Cliffs: The striking red cliffs contrast vividly with the turquoise water. Walk along the base at low tide to see the colours and textures up close.
• Fossilised Shells and Coral: The reef platform is rich with ancient marine fossils, including giant clams and coral heads, embedded in the limestone.

Suggested Time to Spend

Plan for 1–2 hours to explore the headland and the dinosaur footprints at low tide. If you’re visiting for the Staircase to the Moon, arrive an hour before moonrise to secure a good spot and stay for about an hour after. Combine with a morning at Cable Beach for a full day of Broome’s coastal highlights.

Nearby Areas Worth Combining

• Cable Beach: Australia’s most famous sunset beach, with 22 km of white sand and camel rides.
• Broome Town: Explore the pearling history at the Broome Historical Museum, Chinatown’s pearl showrooms, and the outdoor markets.
• Roebuck Bay: Birdwatching and the Staircase to the Moon from Town Beach.
• Willie Creek Pearl Farm: Just north of Broome, take a tour to see how South Sea pearls are cultivated.
• Horizontal Falls: A full-day boat tour from Broome to the incredible horizontal waterfall phenomenon in Talbot Bay.

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