Cape Leveque
Cape Leveque, Dampier Peninsula: Address, Cape Leveque Reviews: 4.5/5
Cape Leveque
Cape Leveque
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Phil N
Cootamundra, Australia233 contributions
A superb overnight stay
May 2021
Spent a very enjoyable overnight stay at Cape Leveque when travelling with a tour group through the Kimberleys recently.
The stunning sunset / sunrise double is a must for any photographer, the safari tent accomodation was great, and would certainly recommend it to anyone travelling in this region.
It is certainly a place that we could have stayed at for several days and fully explored it.
The stunning sunset / sunrise double is a must for any photographer, the safari tent accomodation was great, and would certainly recommend it to anyone travelling in this region.
It is certainly a place that we could have stayed at for several days and fully explored it.
Written 6 June 2021
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Adam P
Perth, Australia12 contributions
Kooljaman Cape Leveque
May 2021
We stayed in the safari tents for three days and had a fantastic stay. It can get a little crazy at reception, so if you book, make sure you print out confirmation of payment and booking. If you stay here you can access amazing beaches by 4wd and they have sensational sunsets as well.
Written 29 May 2021
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wacountrygirl68
Dampier Peninsula, Australia130 contributions
Breathtaking
Jan. 2021 • Couples
We came in off season but was stunning. Hardly any people around only 2 other couples at the beach.
Beautiful breeze to keep the temperature down. Great swimming
Beautiful breeze to keep the temperature down. Great swimming
Written 3 January 2021
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Sally
28 contributions
Sunset Picnic
Sep. 2020
A Stunning array of colours as deep red dirt from the Pindan Cliffs falls onto white sand and then tumbles into the endless aquas of the ocean.
Peaceful, unique, spectacular. Definitely worth the drive out to Kooljaman to have a swim and watch the world turn away from the sun :)
Peaceful, unique, spectacular. Definitely worth the drive out to Kooljaman to have a swim and watch the world turn away from the sun :)
Written 12 September 2020
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wobblywombats
Western Australia147 contributions
Love the red dirt
Aug. 2020
Nice to look at from the restaurant. Friendly staff. It was the chef’s day off so food was mainly hamburgers which were ok. Shop at reception was expensive. We couldn’t go to the beach as we would have had to pay entry fee.
Written 3 September 2020
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Patty P
Perth, Australia12 contributions
Beach amazing
Aug. 2020
Forget about the friendly welcome here unless you speak with a young person. Older female has cranky pants on each day and older man never cracks a smile. Perhaps they need a holiday.
The brochure states frozen bread available but when hubby asked for a loaf the cranky female informed him “no we don’t and who told you that ?” He informed her it is in your brochure.
They don’t have anything at all in the way of basic supplies so make sure you stock up. Unbelievable really when you think they still serve breakfast and lunch so are obviously getting deliveries of food stores.
The ablutions in the camp ground are disgraceful and desperately need upgrading or demolishing. There are fairly new ablutions on the far side of the camp if you want to queue for ages or go later in the night.
On a brighter note the back beach is the highlight of Kooljaman and enjoyable for all ages. Our morning coffee made and served each morning by the gorgeous friendly barista was delicious and enjoyed by all.
The brochure states frozen bread available but when hubby asked for a loaf the cranky female informed him “no we don’t and who told you that ?” He informed her it is in your brochure.
They don’t have anything at all in the way of basic supplies so make sure you stock up. Unbelievable really when you think they still serve breakfast and lunch so are obviously getting deliveries of food stores.
The ablutions in the camp ground are disgraceful and desperately need upgrading or demolishing. There are fairly new ablutions on the far side of the camp if you want to queue for ages or go later in the night.
On a brighter note the back beach is the highlight of Kooljaman and enjoyable for all ages. Our morning coffee made and served each morning by the gorgeous friendly barista was delicious and enjoyed by all.
Written 30 August 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Rick B
Perth, Australia229 contributions
Off the grid delight
Aug. 2020
We stayed for 3 nights at Kooljaman on the tip of the Cape in August - off the grid; no phone; no internet - just relaxation.
A great spot with plenty of exploring, a great swimming beach, and some fantastic snorkeling wth plentiful coral and tropical fish.
Our accommodation included a BBQ so it was easy to cook dinners.
Plenty of red Kimberley sand!
The Communities were not open due to Covid-19, but we did take the short drive to Cygnet Bay for dinner one night.
Thoroughly recommended.
A great spot with plenty of exploring, a great swimming beach, and some fantastic snorkeling wth plentiful coral and tropical fish.
Our accommodation included a BBQ so it was easy to cook dinners.
Plenty of red Kimberley sand!
The Communities were not open due to Covid-19, but we did take the short drive to Cygnet Bay for dinner one night.
Thoroughly recommended.
Written 21 August 2020
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Sharyn B
Perth, Australia29 contributions
Tag Along Tour
Aug. 2020
We joined this tour early in the morning and returned late in the afternoon after an exciting and entertaining day out. Brian Lee is an interesting and knowledgeable indigenous leader of the local community who lead us on country to experience the beauty of the Cape Leveque area. We stopped to search for signs of small animals and learn about the special areas of land used for meeting and eating thousands of years ago, drove along the beach, swam in the ocean, learnt more about the local history and customs and ended up hunting for mud crabs in the nearby mangroves. Brian was eager to help those fishing and provided the hooked poles and spears for us to try our luck. He built a fire and cooked the crabs while entertaining us more with interesting and funny stories. We ate them, they were delicious, before returning onto the beach for a sunset drive back to Kooljaman. We had a wonderful time and recommend this tour to all people with a 4wd who are interested in getting a better idea of the beauty and culture of this precious land on the Dampier Peninsula. It is pristine and treated with respect it will stay that way for others to appreciate forever.
Written 9 August 2020
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Jackie F
Duncraig, Australia28 contributions
Kooljaman must see stop off
Aug. 2020 • Friends
Amazing beach and rock formation. stop off on the way to Cygnet Bay. Where the Pindan meets the sea. Kooljaman is a great spot. Restraint does great coffee with spectacular views. Beach access with 4WD but easy walk too.
Written 6 August 2020
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steveBs110ew
Bristol53 contributions
Locally owned and run
Jan. 2020 • Couples
Lovely spot.we were there in January.what is known as the wet season .no rain for at least the two weeks we were in the region. I think it’s the humidity .that why they call it wet sweat. Nice enough place meals were fine beach is lovely.if you want to disappear from mankind this would be the spot
Written 27 January 2020
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travelqueen11_11
Perth, Australia92 contributions
Planning a trip to Broome and cape leveque with 2 teens for a week in July holidays.
We have no 4WD experience.
Is it worth a 2-3 night stay in cygnet bay farm and visit kooljaman and possibly do a cultural tour. Not sure how challenging the drive would be.
Or base in Broome and take a fly/drive day trip that visits the area and includes a viewing of horizontal falls?
Thank you kindly
Shannon_Perth
Perth, Australia637 contributions
What’s the road conditions now.. is it the same 50/50
steveBs110ew
Bristol53 contributions
Sorry don’t know.we flu up . Really depends on what the rainfall has been like .
CaronLH
Baldivis, Australia7 contributions
Hi can we get unleaded fuel at cape levique. Thanks
KooljamanCapeLeveque
Broome, Western Australia, Australia2 contributions
Yes, there is a roadhouse at Djarindjin self service with machine which has fuel.
harrietalvina
Port Douglas, Australia77 contributions
What are the road conditions on the Broome to Cape Leveque road now October 2018 please
Marc W
Sydney, Australia161 contributions
Quite good. Sealed for most of the way and then dirt but smooth; because it's maintained by grader from time to time I'm told.
Girltravel29
Mil,WI187 contributions
I read that the only petrol station on the cape is located at the One Arm Point Community. Is this still true? As for getting day passes and permission to get into certain areas, we get those when we arrive right? How does that work? And thank you for any insight. :)
KooljamanCapeLeveque
Broome, Western Australia, Australia2 contributions
There is a petrol station in One Arm Point and at the roadhouse in Djardinjin. You can get a day pass for Kooljaman at Cape Leveque at the office on the way in. Day passes are currently $5 per person for walk-in access and an additional $25 for a vehicle.
Feel free to call us with any other questions!
Girltravel29
Mil,WI187 contributions
Which months of the year is best to visit Cape Leveque? In the reviews people have mentioned closed roads and campgrounds that are packed to the brim. I was thinking of May or a June visit? Thank you for any insight. :)
David D
3 contributions
We were there in late April and it was fine but if u go in may a lot people do start heading that way
maxandruss
Mallacoota, Australia6 contributions
We will be finishing a cruise in broome April 2017, and will have no transport of our own. What is the best way to get to and from Kooljamin/cape Leveque.....would want to stay a few days. Cheers
KooljamanCapeLeveque
Broome, Western Australia, Australia2 contributions
Try hiring a car from Brrome Broome Car Hire - as they will allow you to take the car out on tagalong tours. this will give you the most flexibility during your stay.
Otherwise I would suggest broome Transit as they come up daily and are a very inexpensive option and $70.00 each way. (search Cape Leveque shuttle)
