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Broome And Rowley Shoals Australia

Liveaboard coral atolls from Broome, then reset with Cable Beach sunsets and Kimberley culture

Updated Jan 23, 2026 • 15 sources

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Fees And Permits

Confirm these fees before you book so your operator plan and day budget match what you will pay onsite.

Fees You Can't Skip

Australian ETA (subclass 601) app service fee - AUD $20 (service fee via app, eligibility varies)
eVisitor (subclass 651) or other visitor visa - Varies by nationality and visa type
Typical payment pattern: There is no single marine park tag system like some Caribbean destinations, but access to Rowley Shoals is controlled through licensing, mooring bookings, and marine park rules.

What people usually pay

There is no single marine park tag system like some Caribbean destinations, but access to Rowley Shoals is controlled through licensing, mooring bookings, and marine park rules. Most visitors pay the relevant visa fee for Australia and then access the Shoals via a commercial operator where park compliance is built into the itinerary.

Fee	Amount	Applies to	Where to pay	Notes
Australian ETA (subclass 601) app service fee	AUD $20 (service fee via app, eligibility varies) Per application (validity depends on nationality and grant)	Many short stay visitors	Australian ETA app (official)	Confirm eligibility and conditions before booking. Some nationalities use different visa pathways.
eVisitor (subclass 651) or other visitor visa	Varies by nationality and visa type Varies	Visitors not eligible for ETA, or choosing another visa option	Australian Government Home Affairs (online application)	Always check current costs and processing times on the official Home Affairs site.
Rowley Shoals mooring booking and operator licensing	Included in commercial tour pricing (operator fees apply) Per voyage and mooring allocation	Rowley Shoals Marine Park and Mermaid Reef Marine Park visitors via charter vessels	Handled by your operator through WA Parks and Wildlife Service and Parks Australia as applicable	Visitors should not plan to free anchor. Moorings must be booked with permission obtained before arrival.