{"id":18272,"date":"2015-01-30T06:15:40","date_gmt":"2015-01-30T06:15:40","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.mapsofworld.com\/travel\/?p=18272"},"modified":"2022-09-19T10:58:26","modified_gmt":"2022-09-19T10:58:26","slug":"cape-leveque","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mapsofworld.com\/travel\/destinations\/australia\/cape-leveque\/","title":{"rendered":"Cape Leveque in Western Australia"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n
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Red beach rocks at Cape Leveque in Western Australia<\/strong><\/em><\/p><\/div>\n

An increasing number of visitors are being drawn to the isolated beaches of Cape Leveque- the northernmost point of Dampier peninsula in the Kimberly region of Australia. A long, narrow strip of sea- washed sand runs along the edge of a triangular rampart of red beach rocks, covered in places by dense green shrubs. A whitewashed lighthouse stands stark, against the backdrop of red, green and blue.<\/p>\n

Campgrounds of the nomadic tribes, for long, Cape Leveque these days, has a small caravan park for modern visitors, right next to the Indian Ocean.<\/p>\n

Sea birds and turtles are a common sight here. On a lucky day, visitors may catch a glimpse of a whale playing with its young in the waters surrounding the islands off the peninsula.<\/p>\n

Activities at\u00a0Cape Leveque<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n
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  • Mother of Pearl Shell Altar Church, Beagle Bay: A<\/strong>nother name for the Sacred Heart Church, so named because the interiors of the church are inlaid with shells, pearls, cowries, olives and volutes. Symbols of aboriginal tribes, as well as symbols of Christianity, are made on the walls of the church, using the shells, clearly showing how Christian pastors tailored religious manifestations, to accommodate local sentiments.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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    • Mud crabbing:<\/strong> Tourists are taught to catch some scrumptious crabs in the sands which lend themselves very well to mud- crabbing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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      • Lombadina Art Craft shop:<\/strong> The shop houses artifacts by the aboriginal community of Cape Leveque. Visitors are encouraged to take something home as a souvenir.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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        • Bush style church at Lombadina:<\/strong> A simple church with a thatched ceiling, sans ostentatious stained glass windows and marble-stone pews, has welcomed the aboriginal community at Lombadina into the folds of Christianity for long.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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          • A swim at a pristine beach east of Cape Leveque.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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            • Dinner and overnight stay at Kooljiaman resort<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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              • A tag along tour from Hunter’s Point to Swan Creek. Guided by a local guide who knows the place like the back of the hand, the tag- along- tour is a great way to learn about the topography of the place from close quarters.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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                • Tour of Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm:<\/strong> The Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm enjoys the unique setting of a largely untouched marine environment. But along with it come the challenges that distance from modern civilization brings. Visitors learn to appreciate the history of the farm, and get a behind- the- scenes look at the operations of the farm.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                  Tour operators provide all that is needed- spacious custom built air conditioned trailers equipped with PA commentary systems, mozzie- proof tents, stretcher beds and most importantly local bilingual guides.<\/p>\n

                  Above details are for a two- day tour. A one- day tour will have a shorter itinerary. You may also opt to return on a flight from Cape Leveque during a one-day tour. The aerial view of the coastline is well worth the money paid.<\/p>\n

                  \u00a0Cape Leveque Tours<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

                  Cape Leveque can be accessed from Broome by a 4WD and also by a charter flight.1 day and 2-day tours are available from Broome to Cape Leveque. The road leading from Broome to Cape Leveque starts as a wide and even gravel road, but turns to a one- lane dust road in the end. So, 4WDs are the only way to travel. The journey, however, is made pleasant, by the scenic views and numerous attractions along the way.<\/p>\n

                  Once you arrive at Cape Leveque, several activities and tours are organized by the Kooljiaman Resort.<\/p>\n

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                  • \u00a0Glass Bottom Boat Tour:<\/strong> A 9-meter- long canopied glass bottom boat, takes visitors on a two hour tour of the beautiful waters for a view of the magnificent sea- life.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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                    • Scenic Flights:<\/strong> Flights take travelers over a scenic aerial view of the Buccaneer Archipelago, and horizontal waterfalls.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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                      • Cultural Tours:<\/strong> Knowledgeable aboriginal guides take visitors on a tour of aboriginal community life. These tours are tailored to the interest of the visitor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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                        • \u00a0Hunter Creek Tag Along Tour:<\/strong> Again, a local takes the group through the \u2018off- limit\u2019 areas of Hunter Creek.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                          Where is Cape Leveque<\/span>?<\/h2>\n

                          Cape Leveque marks the extreme north of Dampier peninsula- the point where the land meets the Indian Ocean. It lies in the Kimberly region of Western Australia. It can be accessed only by land, from Broome, and by air.<\/p>\n