Wave the Waders Goodbye at Broome Bird Observatory

Come Wave the Waders Goodbye! Free Community Event! We have inside information that Crab Creek Road will (fingers crossed) be open in time for the event! Did you know that Broome’s incredible migratory shorebirds travel all the way to Russia in just 10 days—without stopping? Join us at Broome Bird Observatory on April 4th to witness this awe-inspiring natural phenomenon as thousands of shorebirds take flight from Roebuck Bay—Australia’s Shorebird Capital!
- FREE community event with a BBQ fundraiser to support BBO.
- Meet our shorebird guides who will share the secrets of these globe-travelling waders.
- Bring a picnic rug or camp chair and enjoy an afternoon in one of Broome’s most spectacular settings.
- The Clive Minton Discovery Centre will be open from 8 am and free entry all day!

Come for the birds, stay for the BBQ, and be part of this unforgettable farewell to our feathered travelers!

Broome Bird Observatory | April 4th | All welcome - no need to be a bird watcher - come and learn and experience the migration.Camping and Accommodation is also available.

We are located at the end of Crab Creek Road.

DRIVING FROM BROOME: We are approximately 10 km out of Broome along the Broome Highway. You will pass the Cape Leveque turnoff on your left and continue for approximately 1.5 km where you will see Crab Creek Road on your right. There is a blue sign for Crab Creek Road and the Observatory at this turn-off. The road begins as bitumen and turns into red dirt. We recommend 40 minutes for the total trip. Our road (Crab Creek Road) is a red dirt road for 15 km. It is sandy and corrugated, we can only advise that 4WD use this road, however small 2WD often do so safely so use your discretion. Rental car companies are hesitant to send 2WD on our road, so please contact your hire car company if unsure. Please note: Pets are not permitted at the BBO

Please Check Shire of Broome Road Status before you travel or call the BBO ahead of time (08) 9193 5600.