With its fantastic year-round climate, range of landscapes and wide open spaces, Western Australia is a fascinating destination to discover on your holiday to Australia. With its pale-sanded beaches, parklands and urban amenities, Perth acts as an attractive gateway from which to explore the wider region. From the peaceful Rottnest Island and the historic port of Fremantle to the mouthwatering food and wineries of the Margaret River, the pink lake and gold fields of Kalgoorlie and the captivating coastline of Albany, south Western Australia has a multitude of charms to discover. The north of the state also contains some fascinating natural features such as the Pinnacles Desert and the stunning Karijini National Park. Animal lovers can also swim with whale sharks in the Ningaloo Marine Park and observe dolphins at Monkey Mia. Further north, Broome’s Cable Beach provides the starting point for an unforgettable 4WD trip across the Kimberley Desert to hospitable town of Kununurra and the delightful El Questro Wilderness Park.
What you’ll love most about Western Australia
- Discover the diverse landscapes of Western Australia, from the rugged Kimberley region with its dramatic gorges to the serene beaches of the Coral Coast, offering adventure and relaxation in equal measure
- Explore the vibrant city of Perth, with its cosmopolitan atmosphere, beautiful parks, stunning beaches, and cultural attractions like the Art Gallery of Western Australia and the Perth Cultural Centre
- Visit the extraordinary Bungle Bungles in Purnululu National Park, where iconic beehive-shaped rock formations and ancient gorges create a stunning, otherworldly landscape
- Experience the beauty of Ningaloo Reef, where you can swim with whale sharks, snorkel among coral gardens, and discover the vibrant marine life in crystal-clear waters
- Enjoy the stunning beaches of the Margaret River region, known for its world-class wineries, gourmet food, and outdoor adventures like surfing and hiking
- Discover the remote beauty of the Pilbara region, where red deserts meet blue skies, and explore ancient rock art, stunning gorges, and the iconic Karijini National Park