CAMEL TOURS BROOME – MEET THE TEAM
ABOUT US - THE BEST CAMEL RIDES BROOME
Part of Putting Broome on the Map!
Steve Madden, owner of Cable Beach Camels was one of the ORIGINAL operators of Camel Tours in Broome on Cable beach. Establishing his camel tour business in 1991, which operated under Steve’s ownership until 2000, Steve’s business flourished and gained international popularity, known as one of the icons of Broome. This was instrumental to putting Broome on the map as a destination. Steve sold the business at the end of 2000. Now back at Broome once more, you can take a camel tour on Cable Beach with one of the original operators in guided camel tours. Choose yellow for the best camel tour in Broome.
Over 25 years of Camel Tourism!
Whether it be local or overseas tourism projects, breeding or racing, the animals are carefully selected according to their temperament, body type and age and are trained to suit their purpose. With our knowledge of these remarkable animals your camel tour on magnificent Cable Beach will be one to be remembered.
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Bring your own camera and we will take amazing photos for you. Our camels are an interesting mix because they have come from four different regions. As a result they are all quite different looking from each other in colour and physical characteristics. Some are a typical camel colour resembling a Dunn or fawn colour, others a very dark grey, while others are a very dark chocolate to almost black.
This interesting variety of colours really stands out in contrast against their gold saddle blankets with black saddles and halters. Through the Camera lens, especially at Sunset they are extremely photogenic, camel tour in Broome are A PHOTOGRAPHERS DREAM.
“I decided to cross the Simpson Desert using camels as my mode of transport and navagating solely by compass” - Steve Madden
Read the fascinating article about the founder of Cable Beach Camels, Steve Madden, and his background; how he started working with camels over 25 years ago crossing deserts and taming wild camels, to creating Cable Beach tours. Find out how he helped create Broome’s icon - camel rides on Cable Beach.
Start your camel tour on Cable Beach the easy way! Getting on board our ships of the desert could not be easier. Our ramp not only makes it easier for you to climb onboard it is also easier for the camels.
CRUISE SHIP PASSENGERS WELCOME!
Save yourself a fortune and book your Cable Beach camel ride direct with Cable Beach Camels. You can’t book our rides onboard your cruise ship so either give us a call or send us an email. Enjoy the iconic Broome camel tour experience!
CAMEL RIDES BROOME - HELLO YELLOW & GOLD!
Join Cable Beach Camel Tours for a well-informed, leisurely camel ride on magnificent Cable Beach with Steve and his friendly camels in YELLOW.
Steve is one of the ORIGINAL operators of Camel Tours in Broome, who played an integral part in putting this ICONIC tour on Cable Beach on the map in the late 90’s.
Sit back and relax astride your friendly camel while sitting on soft, comfortable saddles, as the team help you explore the character, physiology and nature of this remarkable animal. All the while taking in the fantastic views to Gantheume Point and enjoying the cool sea breezes. Cable Beach Camels, Broome - simply the best!
PRE-SUNSET RIDE
Ride times vary with the changing seasons
and will be confirmed at time of booking.
ADULTS $60
CHILDREN (6-14yrs) $40
Lap sitters (min age 3 max age 5) $10
MAX WEIGHT OF 90 KILOS PER SEAT
SUNSET RIDE
Ride times vary with the changing seasons
and will be confirmed at time of booking.
ADULTS $110
CHILDREN (6-14yrs) $70
Lap sitters (min age 3 max age 5) $10
MAX WEIGHT OF 90 KILOS PER SEAT
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FAQ’s
How do I get on and off the camel?
As part of our commitment and compliance to safe work practices, our policy is to give careful safety instructions to all patrons prior to commencement of our tour. For example you will be shown the correct manner of mounting and dismounting the camel prior to being seated – we have people on both sides of the camel to assist you. Mounting and dismounting occurs when the camel is kneeling at the beginning and end of your ride (you won’t need a ladder!)
Why is there a weight limit of 90kgs per person?
Camels, whilst powerful animals, work most days on the beach. As part of our commitment to the ongoing optimal health and safety of our animals we have introduced the weight limit of 90kg per person. This limit is well within their lifting capacity, thus keeping their backs strain free, comfortable and happy; as a result we are very strict on this weight limit and we thank you in advance for your appreciation of our caring for our animals.
Do camels carry water in their hump?
No they do not. The hump is usually full of fat; whilst there is a bit of fluid mixed within the fat, the size of a camel’s hump is a reflection of the camel’s condition – the bigger the hump the fatter the camel.
Do camels spit?
As a rule camels generally do not spit. Generally this would only occur if antagonised, or feeling some degree of discomfort or stress. Some camels make a noise when they begin to stand up from the kneeling position due to the exertion of lifting; if chewing their cud at this time some contents may fall out of their mouth (they sometimes ‘talk with their mouth full’ when they get up).
TESTIMONIALS
Our next trip to Broome in 2014 was slightly different. This time we bought our three young children along! How life changes! I must say though that despite our circumstances being somewhat different (chaotic, noisy, romantic …hah, yeah right), the camel trip at sunset was greatly anticipated and the highlight of our time in this lovely town. The sheer simplicity and quietness of riding a camel on the sand with a glorious beach and sunset as a backdrop brought back memories for my husband and I and I am so glad we got to share it with our kids. Perhaps one day they too will share the experience with their kids.