The capital of Westen Australia, Perth effortlessly blends downtown chic with natural beauty. Australia’s sunniest capital city boasts sandy beaches lining its suburbs. Whilst the heart of the city is lined with contemporary bars, restaurants, shops and cultural spaces. Perth isn’t short of green space either, the enormous riverside Kings Park and Botanic Garden on Mount Eliza offer stunning panoramic views of the city.
Get up close and personal with a quokka on Rottnest island, Perth’s island getaway is just 19km off the coast. Their cute smiles have made them an online sensation and getting a selfie with one is a must whilst you’re there. Once you’ve uploaded your picture to social media you can relax at one of the 63 beaches on the island.
Margaret River is a 3 hour coastal drive south of Perth, perfect for those wanting to taste some of the best wines in the country. The only wine region in Australia where, after you’ve hopped between world class vineyards, you can relax at stunning beaches, take a walk through tall tree forests or surf on a spectacular break. Alongside over 100 wineries, you’ll also find top notch restaurants, boutique breweries and mouth-watering fresh produce. If you can time your visit with the annual wine and food festival, then you’re in for a treat! Gift your foodie partner the Margaret River Wine and Nature Tour to show him/her how much you love them.
Western Australia really is the home of the road trip experience. Heading north of Perth, follow the coast up to Exmouth on an incredible journey. Here you will find Western Australia’s most pristine beaches and discover an array of the world's most diverse marine habitats. Firstly, a visit to the Pinnacles of Nambung National Park is a must. Walk amongst the limestone moonscape created approximately 30,000 years ago for a unique and fascinating experience.
Head out to the Abrolhos islands and the surrounding coral reef for one of Western Australia's most unique marine experiences. Zip across the Indian Ocean by boat on a fishing or eco tour from Geraldton or Kalbarri.
A quick stop in the small town of Port Gregory and you’ll come across the famous pink lake known as Hutt Lagoon. The dream like lake changes colour daily, so be sure to research beforehand to get there for the perfect picture.
Kalbarri National Park, found where the rugged outback meets the white sandy beaches of Western Australia. Here you can explore 400 million year old gorges, dramatic rock formations and polychromatic array of wildflowers.
Monkey Mia, located in the Shark Bay world heritage site is the nature lover's dream. Wild dolphins have been swimming these shores everyday for over 40 years, making it one of the world's most reliable dolphin spotting locations.
If you’re looking for some culture in Western Australia, look no further than an indigenous experience. Immerse yourself in culture on the Yamaji Drive Trail in Greater Geraldton, taking in the sites of the Wadjarri community. Or, cook up some red mullet and play the didgeridoo with the Malgana tribe of Gathaagudu in Shark Bay.
The ultimate Western Australia experience is, without doubt, the chance to dive with whale sharks on Ningaloo reef. The reef lies just footsteps from the shore and holds the world's highest rate of whale shark numbers with a 97% chance of interaction. Ningaloo is one of the only places worldwide where these huge yet harmless fish can be reliably seen in large aggregations. This truly is a magical Australian experience that cannot be missed. Give the gift of nature with a whale shark swim experience, perfect for all wildlife enthusiasts.
Broome and the North West is a breathtaking region and can be considered one of the true last untouched corners of the earth. A land covering both millions of years of history and kilometres this area of outstanding natural beauty comes with a variety of natural attractions.
The ancient gorges of Karijini National Park are a must for anyone with a thirst for adventure.
Catch a flight over Purnululu National Park, home to the Bungle Bungle range, taking in from above one of the most curious and unique mountain ranges in the world. In this northern region you will also find King George Falls. With 100m of cascading water, this is one of Western Australia's most astounding spectacles. Stand at the bottom as the thundering water provides you with a refreshing natural shower.
A trip down the iconic Gibb River Road is customary to complete any outback adventure through the heart of the Kimberley. Be sure to catch a glimpse of the fascinating natural illusion, the Staircase to the Moon, best witnessed from Roebuck Bay in Broome. Finally as the day draws to a close, get yourself to Cable Beach and be awestruck by the sun setting over the Indian Ocean from the saddle of a camel.
The areas surrounding Esperance and the golden outback take you from red earth to white sand, showcasing all the colours mother nature has to offer. Australia's whitest beach, Lucky Bay, contrasts magnificently against the crystal blue waters and is regularly placed at the top of Australia’s best beaches.
One of Australia’s biggest waves isn’t found in the ocean but near a small town called Hyden. Wave Rock is a 110m long natural rock formation bursting 15m high out of the outback plain. The multi coloured granite cliff has been 2,700 years in the making and looks like a wave about to crash onto the bush. Once you’ve finished surfing, put your hiking boots on and attempt to climb Mt. Augustus. The largest monolith in the world is two and a half times the size of Uluru! Here you will discover Aboriginal culture through the ancient rock art and mysterious caves of the Wadjari people.
Follow in the footsteps of the founding pioneers by taking a drive on the Golden Quest Discovery Trail. On this unique road trip through what is still one of the largest gold producing areas in the world, you’ll come across landmarks and eerie ghost towns left from the 120 year gold rush.
Bountiful sunshine, the whitest beaches and crystal clear turquoise water all year, is just the beginning when it comes to Western Australia. From the mind-blowing diversity and out of this world landscapes of the outback, to being one the world's most biologically diversified locations in the world. Western Australia has everything you could ever want to experience, it really is a must visit destination.
