Welcome to Dampier Peninsula

The Dampier Peninsula is a peninsula that is located just north of Broome. The northernmost tip of the Dampier Peninsula is known as Cape Leveque, also known as Kooljaman. Many refer the Dampier Peninsula as the best kept secret of Broome.

Dampier Peninsula is best known for its beautiful beaches, one such is the James Price Point, where the turquoise water meets the sandy beach perched beneath the towering red pindan cliffs. The area is also home to a diverse range of small Aboriginal communities that offers eco-tourism activities as well as accommodation.

Dampier Peninsula is surrounded by the beautiful ocean with large stretches of pristine beaches. One of the most iconic vegetation on the peninsula is the Pindan Woodland. Due to the difficult terrain in the area, you would require a 4WD to navigate the region. One of the best ways to get to Port Gregory is to hire a car from Perth Airport, or flying to the Djarindjin Community Airport.

THINGS TO SEE IN DAMPIER PENINSULA

HERE ARE A FEW OF OUR FAVOURITE LOCAL ATTRACTIONS

Beagle Bay

Beagle Bay is a small Aboriginal Community on the peninsula that showcases an unusual thing. The settlement houses the Beagle Bay Church, which was built entirely by the local Aborigines and the Pallottine monks. It is an extraordinary achieve as the region was inaccessible by land at the time. Every brick were made by hand, the interior were decorated with shells, resulting in a striking display.

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Middle Lagoon

The Middle Lagoon is the perfect place to chill around the great beaches without must disruption from others. The beaches here are usually quiet and empty, making it really good for one to swim, snorkel, fish and relax in peace. Not only that, birds, turtles, dugongs and even whales are known to visit the area from time to time, so gear up with your binoculars and cameras. Campsites are available at the cliff-top nearby for you to stay the night.

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Dampier Peninsula

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A pristine peninsula rich with Aboriginal culture and history just north of Broome with its characteristic red pindan woodland stretching along the beaches.

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Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm

The Dampier Peninsula is famed for its pearl farming industry that had been in place for centuries. Located at the head of the Buccaneer Archipelago lies the oldest pearl farm in Australia at Cygnet Bay. Here you can look at the beautiful glistering pearls, learning about the history of pearling in the region and how later technologies affected the industry.

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James Price Point

James Price Point is a headland on the Dampier Peninsula that showcases the extraordinary blend of the colour blue and red. Behind where the ocean meets the sandy beaches lies the characteristic red pindan cliff. The area was also known for having the largest known dinosaur footprint on the planet.

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What's the weather like?

Dampier Peninsula, being so far north, has a semi-arid climate, experiencing hot and wet summers. In Summer (December to February), the average maximum temperature is 32°C with an average minimum temperature of 26°C. In Winter (June to August), the average maximum temperature is 29°C with an average minimum temperature of 14°C.

A bit of Dampier Penninsula's history

The Dampier Peninsula hosts diverse Aboriginal communities, including the Bardi people near Cape Leveque. Named after explorer William Dampier, the area has a rich maritime history. Indigenous diets included fish, turtles, and dugongs. European arrival sparked interest in the region’s pearl abundance, leading to a thriving pearl industry that remains active today.

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Kooljaman at Cape Leveque - Accommodation

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Lombadina Aboriginal Corporation

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Mercedes Cove Exclusive Coastal Retreat

Mercedes Cove Exclusive Coastal Retreat trading as Whales Rest. We are located in National Heritage listed Dampier Peninsula near Pender Bay approxima...

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Celebrating 80 years of pearling in 2021, this small family owned pearl farm 200km north of Broome has undergone a remarkable transformation from a ha...

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Gumbanan Wilderness Retreat offers million dollar views of surrounding islands. Choose from safari tent style accommodation or camp grounds. Enjoy fis...

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