Travel Guide
Western Australia
Western Australia has a way of making the world feel bigger. With vast coastlines, extraordinary wildlife and landscapes that stretch beyond the horizon. From Margaret River to Ningaloo and the Kimberley, it’s a place made for going further.
Best time to visit
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April – October: ideal for Ningaloo and the Kimberley, with warm days, lower humidity and generally dry conditions.
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November – March: Summer in Perth and the south-west brings long, warm days for beaches, vineyards and coastal road trips.
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June – August: Whale shark season at Ningaloo, with manta rays and other marine life adding to the experience throughout the year.
What to expect
Western Australia isn't one journey. Perth and the south-west, Ningaloo and the Coral Coast, and Broome and the Kimberley each offer something completely different. One trip might be all vineyards, beaches and leisurely road trips; another, marine wildlife, ancient landscapes and remote wilderness far from the everyday. Knowing where to focus, how long to spend there and what works naturally together makes all the difference.
Places to visit
Perth & the South West
Start in Perth and Fremantle before heading south for Margaret River's vineyards, forests, beaches and exceptional food - a brilliant region to explore by road.
Ningaloo Reef
Where coral reef meets the coast and wildlife encounters can include whale sharks, manta rays and turtles - often remarkably close to shore.
Broome & Cable Beach
Indian Ocean sunsets, pearling history and a laid-back tropical feel, with Broome also opening the door to the Kimberley beyond.
The Kimberley
Remote, dramatic and unlike anywhere else in Australia - a landscape of ancient gorges, waterfalls and wilderness on an extraordinary scale.
Experiences to take home
Swim with whale sharks
An extraordinary marine encounter, drifting beside the world’s largest gentle giants in clear, warm water.
Sunset on Cable Beach
Watch the sky turn gold and crimson as the sun sinks into the Indian Ocean – a Western Australia ritual that feels timeless and unforgettable.
Explore the Kimberley
Experience towering red cliffs, remote waterfalls and ancient landscapes accessible only by boat or small expedition vessel.
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