We are located at the end of Crab Creek Road. DO NOT FOLLOW GOOGLE MAPS OR GPS DIRECTIONS. These will often take you the wrong way through challenging conditions.
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.
DRIVING FROM DERBY / PORT HEDLAND: We are approximately a 40 minute drive WEST of the Roebuck Roadhouse. As you are approaching Broome we are on the left-hand side of the road. Our turn-off is about 4 km past the turnoff for Malcolm Douglas Croc Park. You will see a blue road sign for Crab Creek Road and the Observatory on the left. The road begins as bitumen and turns into red dirt.
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.
We offer transfers from Broome (your accommodation / airport / location of your choice) for tour guests or people staying 2 + nights in accommodation (not camping). The cost of transfers is $60 for the first person and $15 for each additional person on that booking.
E.g: The cost of a couple requiring a transfer to and from the BBO would cost in total $75.
Please note: Pets are not permitted at the BBO