Staircase to Moon is a natural phenomenon best witnessed in stunning Roebuck Bay, Broome.
The experience usually occurs over 3 nights on a full moon, between March and November. As the full moon 'rises' from below the horizon it's brightness reflects on the exposed extremely low-tide mudflats creating an illusion of a 'staircase to the moon'.
During the event periods Night Markets are held at Town Beach. Guests staying along Roebuck Bay at Mangrove Hotel and Moonlight Bay Suites are in the prime position. A new lookout, built in 2019, provides a great viewing location from Chinatown for a small group. It is recommended to arrive in your preferred location early and secure the best vantage point.
If you're planning a Broome holiday in 2025 we suggest timing your getaway with Staircase to the Moon, see 2025 dates below:
March 2025
Saturday 15th 6.40pm
Sunday 16th 7.12pm
Monday 17th 7.45pm
April 2025
Monday 14th 6.21pm
Tuesday 15th 6.59pm
Wednesday 16th 7.42pm
May 2025
Wednesday 14th 6.26pm
Thursday 15th 7.17pm
Friday 16th 8.11pm
June 2025
Thursday 12th 6.06pm
Friday 13th 7.03pm
Saturday 14th 8.01pm
July 2025
Friday 11th 5.53pm
Saturday 12th 6.52pm
Sunday 13th 7.49pm
August 2025
Sunday 10th 6.37pm
Monday 11th 7.34pm
Tuesday 12th 8.31pm
September 2025
Monday 8th 6.19pm
Tuesday 9th 7.18pm
Wednesday 10th 8.18pm
October 2025
Wednesday 8th 7.04pm
Thursday 9th 8.10pm
Friday 10th 9.19pm
Total Lunar Eclipse visible - begins 11.28pm 7th September, maximum 2.11am and ending at 4.55am 8th September 2025. The experience is a natural occurrence, out of our control. Visibility may vary in strength depending on weather, sunset, moonrise and the tides.
BKB Holidays is a destination specialist for the Kimberley region and can assist with planning your perfect getaway to Broome including accommodation, tours and transport. See our Broome packages or send our team an enquiry today.
