Australia

A vast state of great contrasts, WA represents iconic Australian landscapes from the rust-red outback to the deep green southern forests, to the breath-taking colours of the Ningaloo Reef. White gum trees line the striking gorges of Karijini National Park, whilst the Indian Ocean washes countless sandy beaches and provides some spectacular sunsets night after night. 

Every autumn, the coral spawning brings majestic whale sharks to Ningaloo, whilst the spring months produce a riot of colour as wildflowers blossom throughout the state.

The northern tropics are best visited in the ‘dry’ season from April to October whilst Perth and the Margaret River region are popular year-round. Remote and immense, WA is a world in itself and is the ideal state for those wanting to venture off the beaten track.

Perth
The laid-back city of Perth is situated on the banks of the Swan River and is within easy reach of several excellent sandy beaches. Kings Park provides the ideal spot for a picnic with great views over the city, whilst a trip to nearby Rottnest Island is the perfect way to idle away a day. Here you can cycle, snorkel and look out for the resident quokkas – approximately 10,000 of these small marsupials inhabit Rottnest. 

Margaret River 
To the south of Perth, the Margaret River region is scattered with award-winning wineries, world-class surf beaches and towering karri forests. It’s a region to explore at a leisurely pace, enjoying coffee in small towns and long lazy vineyard lunches. Enjoy a walk amongst the treetops in the Valley of the Giants, visit the inhabitants of Penguin Island or stroll 3kms to the end of the Busselton Jetty.

The Pinnacles
Just south of Cervantes on the Indian Ocean coast lies the unique Nambung National Park, home to the strange limestone formations known as the Pinnacles. Literally thousands of these limestone pillars, standing up to 4 metres tall, dot the barren landscape here and are well worth spending some time exploring.

Shark Bay
Shark Bay’s main attraction is the resort of Monkey Mia, which for half a century has been popular for the dolphins which come to feed at the beach. This is a unique way to enjoy a face-to-face encounter with these intelligent creatures. Shark Bay is also home to the largest population of dugongs in the world - over 10,000 animals feed in the seagrass meadows here. Back on the mainland at Hamelin Pool you can visit the stromatolites the world’s oldest living fossils.

Ningaloo Reef
Accessible from Exmouth or from Coral Bay, the Ningaloo Reef is every bit as spectacular as its’ more famous counterpart on the Eastern side of Australia. Colourful coral gardens attract a variety of tropical fish and from April to July the region is visited by whale sharks. Swimming with these mammoth creatures in their natural environment is a truly memorable experience. 

Broome
With a distinctively Asian influence, Broome was originally came to prominence as a pearl-fishing town. The town’s main draw-card is Cable Beach, a beautiful stretch of sand famous for its sunset camel rides! Broome is also the gateway to Cape Leveque and Purnululu National Park, home to the distinctive Bungle Bungles.

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