Are you ready to wander out yonder to beautiful Western Australia? The largest state in Australia, Western Australia is incredibly vast and diverse, with endless one-of-a-kind adventures just waiting to be discovered.
There is so much to see and do in Western Australia. Whether you dream of snorkelling the crystal-clear waters of Ningaloo Reef, sipping your way through Australia’s most premium wine region or exploring the otherworldly landscapes of the Kimberley Coast, here are five of our must-do Western Australia experiences.
Enjoy a Dose of City Life in Perth
No holiday to Western Australia is complete without visiting Perth. Known as the most isolated city in the world, Perth is an urban oasis amongst the vast nature of Western Australia. There are endless things to do in Perth, from connecting with Aboriginal culture on a walking tour through Kings Park and Botanic Garden to exploring a thriving metropolis of cafes, restaurants and galleries.
Did you know that Perth is the sunniest city in Australia? Make the most of the perfect weather during your stay and head to one of Perth’s extraordinary beaches, each blessed with sugary white sand and crystalline blue waters. Some of the most popular beaches in Perth include Cottesloe Beach, City Beach and Scarborough Beach. Regardless of which beach you choose to visit, be sure to stay for sunset – thanks to its location along the western coast, Perth has some truly glorious sunsets!
Just 30 minutes from Perth City lies the charming port town of Fremantle, known as ‘Freo’ to the locals. Here, the streets are packed with heritage buildings, funky street art and trendy alfresco cafes. Be sure to visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Fremantle Prison, a fascinating attraction overflowing with convict history.
Relax With a Glass of Wine in Margaret River
Western Australia’s scenic Margaret River region should be on everyone’s bucket list. Located just three hours from Perth, this is where you’ll find Western Australia’s renowned wineries and an array of gourmet dining experiences. Beyond the country town charm and food and wine scene, the astounding natural attractions of the Margaret River region are just begging to be explored by the adventurous traveller.
Since Margaret River is best known for its premium wines, you simply cannot visit without touring one of the region’s breathtaking vineyards. We recommend Vasse Felix, Margaret River’s founding wine estate. Established in 1967 by regional pioneer Dr Tom Cullity, here you can join a guided tour, taste your way through a prime collection of cabernet sauvignon and chardonnay and enjoy a long lunch in the acclaimed Vasse Felix Restaurant.
Of course, there’s more on offer in Margaret River than just wine. Beneath the surface of this region lies an abundance of limestone caves, fitted with everything from glassy lakes to megafauna fossils. If you only have time to check out one cave, Mammoth Cave is the one to visit. Likened to a natural time capsule, Mammoth Cave had once accumulated over 10,000 fossils and offers an extraordinary insight into Australia’s ancient past.
Discover a Taste of the Kimberley in Broome
If you plan on exploring the iconic red soils of the Kimberley during your Western Australia adventure, you’ll likely spend some time in Broome. Just a two and a half hour flight from Perth, this laidback town has a rich and colourful history just waiting to be discovered. And, surrounded by the aquamarine waters of the Indian Ocean and the mangroves of Roebuck Bay, the natural scenery here is out of this world.
You simply cannot visit Broome without strolling down the pristine sands of Cable Beach via camelback – one of Western Australia’s most iconic experiences. Time your camel ride for dusk to witness the breathtaking tangerine sunsets Cable Beach is renowned for. While visiting Cable Beach, also head to Gantheaume Point, where you’ll admire striking red rust cliffs and ancient dinosaur footprints.
Broome’s history began as a pearling town in the 1880s, when workers from Southeast Asia and Europe flocked to the area, eventually creating the thriving multicultural town of today. Don’t leave Broome without learning more about the industry that built the town on a tour of a working pearl farm.
Snorkel the World’s Largest Fringing Reef, Ningaloo
One of the most unforgettable things to do in Western Australia is visit the breathtaking Ningaloo Reef. This UNESCO World Heritage site is the largest fringing reef in the world, with more than 500 tropical fish species and 300 species of coral to discover. However, the best thing about Ningaloo Reef is how easily accessible it is – with no need for a boat journey, you can simply step off the beach with your snorkel and mask.
One of the best ways to experience Ningaloo Reef is on a snorkel and kayak tour. During these tours, you’ll glide across the turquoise water via kayak before jumping into the reef to snorkel amongst incredible marine life. This is a great way to visit lesser-known areas of the reef.
A visit to Ningaloo Reef also offers the unique opportunity to swim with some of the ocean’s most majestic creatures. Between March and July, Ningaloo Reef becomes the best place in the world to see whale sharks, while from July to October you can swim with migrating humpback whales. Dreaming of swimming with manta rays? You can do this year-round on Ningaloo Reef.
Meet the Quokkas of Rottnest Island
A trip to Rottnest Island, or Rotto, as the locals call it, should be on every traveller’s Western Australia bucket list. Home to the happiest animals on earth, the quokka, Rottnest Island is teeming with rich cultural heritage, stunning beaches and bays, bike tracks and walking trails. The best part? This pristine island can be reached in just a 30-minute ferry from Perth, making it the perfect destination for a day trip.
Rottnest Island is home to an abundance of wildlife, but the main attraction, of course, is the ever-smiling, photogenic quokkas. In fact, the quokkas are responsible for the island’s name – 17th-century Dutch sailors mistook these sweet marsupials for large rats. These curious creatures are super friendly and will likely come right up to you for a closer look. Feel free to snap a selfie but be careful not to touch or feed them.
Of course, being an island, you can’t visit Rottnest Island without spending some time on the beach! Boasting 63 beaches and 20 bays, travellers are spoilt for choice with soft white sand beaches and crystalline waters at every turn. Whether you want to dive and snorkel, swim and surf or simply relax in the sun, Rottnest Island is a true pocket of paradise.
Wander Out Yonder to Western Australia Today
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- Natalie Gruzlewski, Travel Expert
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