Australia's Coral Coast: The Official Tourism & Travel Website

Welcome to Australia's Coral Coast.

Think whale sharks, turquoise waters, wildflower carpets, pristine islands and arid outback landscapes.

Stretching along 1,100km of breathtaking coastline from Cervantes, two hours north of Perth, Western Australia, to the World Heritage-listed Ningaloo Reef, Australia's Coral Coast is home to stunning bays, fascinating wildlife and rugged landscapes. Discover thousands of years of history and visit uninterrupted stretches of white sandy beaches, magnificent ancient gorges, stunning carpets of colourful wildflowers and untouched coral reefs teeming with marine life.

You'll find some of the best known and most loved attractions in Australia - from the Pinnacles, Kalbarri National Park and Shark Bay World Heritage Area, to Monkey Mia and the mesmerising Ningaloo Reef.

The Coral Coast region truly is an incredible corner of the Earth, and your journey to discovery starts here.

There has never been a better time to #WanderOutYonder and discover your backyard along the Coral Coast Highway.

A whale shark swims through the crystal clear waters of Ningaloo Reef. Image taken on tour with Exmouth Dive & Whale Sharks Ningaloo, Western Australia

HMAS Sydney II Memorial in Geraldton, Western Australia

Stargazing at the Pinnacles near Nambung National Park, Cervantes, Western Australia

Monkey Mia Dolphin, Shark Bay World Heritage Area

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The Coral Coast's 6 Regions

Indian Ocean Drive

Starting from Cervantes spanning north, the Indian Ocean Drive offers a scenic journey past the coastal towns of Jurien Bay, Greenhead, Leeman, Dongara and Port Denison. Don't forget to visit the Pinnacles Desert!

Geraldton

The only city on the Coral Coast, Geraldton is a contemporary coastal hub of cafés, shops, street art and galleries, and gateway to the Houtman Abrolhos Islands.

Kalbarri

A family-favourite holiday destination, the Kalbarri region is also known for its adventure experiences and land-based attractions, with rugged gorges, protected swimming bays, superb walking trails and wildflowers.

Shark Bay

A wonderland of world-class natural attractions, the Shark Bay World Heritage Area was the first location in Western Australia to receive UNESCO status in 1991.

Ningaloo

The UNESCO Ningaloo Coast World Heritage Area, established in 2011, stretches from Carnarvon in the south to Exmouth in the north and is regarded as one of the last great ocean paradises.

Wildflower Country

To the north of Perth along the Brand Highway or Midlands Route, witness an abundance of colour as wildflowers bloom spectacularly during wildflower season.

Explore the region on one world-class road trip, the Coral Coast Highway. Learn…

The Coral Coast Highway

Discover one of Australia's great scenic drives, from Perth to Ningaloo where the road hugs the Indian Ocean coastline.

With a range of self-drive itinerary options of varying lengths and fly + drive itineraries, there is no shortage of possibilities for Coral Coast holidays.

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Events in the Coral Coast

Adventurethon Demolish

Adventurethon Demolish is a 4 stage event consisting of a trail run, mountain bike, paddle and 8km cliff top trail run held in and around Kalbarri and Kalbarri National Park in conjunction with the

Denham Triathlon

Geraldton Triathlon Club presents Denham Triathlon. - Long and short course - Adult and youth - Individual and team registrations. Registration Fees: - Adult $20 - Team $30 - Youth $10 All

Shark Bay Fishing Fiesta

Don't miss the 24th Shark Bay Fishing Fiesta, a week-long event full of entertainment and family friendly activities. Prizes to be won with daily fish weigh-ins. The marquee on Denham Foreshore is

Shark Bay Speedway

The Shark Bay Speedway Club's signature event returns again in 2021. The Far Western Championship will be held on 10 July attracting competitors from around the State. This year is the 34th Far

Shark Bay Winter Festival Markets

On Sunday 11 July, be at the Denham Foreshore to enjoy a free family fun day with roaming entertainment, market and food stalls, bouncy castles and more! The annual Shark Bay Winter Festival Markets

Gascoyne Dash

Based between Carnarvon and the Gascoyne Off Road Racing Club, the Coral Coast Helicopters Kickstarters Gascoyne Dash will see competitors race through some of the toughest terrain before reaching

Carnar-Fin Fishing Competition

Carnar-Fin Fishing Competition is open to all recreational fishers and has been held in the last week of May since its inception in 1992. The prize pool exceeds $25,000 and prizes are awarded to the

Kalbarri Annual Rock Lobster Festival

The Annual Kalbarri Rock Lobster Festival features a Pirate Theme Night, and live music on the foreshore for the entire day and into the night, both Saturday & Sunday.

Midwest Show and Shine

View a range of classic cars manufactured prior to 1985 at the Midwest Show and Shine, accompanied by the Denison Foreshore Sprint, a single car timed experience using the same format of the more

Summer Salt Music Festival

Zaccaria Concerts & Touring are very excited to present SummerSalt 2021 - our live outdoor concert series that exemplifies the great Australian outdoor Summer. And now for the first time, the

Gwoonwardu Mia Twilight Markets

Gwoonwardu Mia, Gascoyne Aboriginal Heritage & Cultural Centre, welcomes you for an evening of music, food and stalls selling a variety of locally made goodies! Enjoy a twilight fiesta with great food

Retreats on the Ningaloo Coast

Sailing through Yoga Retreat, Ningaloo Reef Join Cruise Ningaloo & Inhala Yoga Studio for this 3-day adventure. Your days begin with a welcoming sunrise viewed from your anchored luxury catamaran on

Pearls and Plates

Pearls and Plates is the first food and music festival on the Houtman Abrolhos Islands off the coast of Western Australia. Pearls and Plates will be held on the weekend of the 17th and 18th April 2021

Shore Leave Festival

Shore Leave, traditionally the name given to time off for naval workers. This vibrant new festival is coming to Geraldton from 6 – 9 May 2021. Join us for four days around Geraldton and the pristine

Sundays by the Sea - Live Music at the Geraldton Foreshore

Geraldton's most loved music event is back for 2021! Sundays by the Sea encapsulates the coastal city's unique lifestyle and is held in Stow Gardens, next to the Geraldton Multipurpose Centre on the

11 Day Fly-In Fly-Out Eco Safari

Explore Western Australia's coastline on the State's first ever Luxury Small Group Tour with West Aussie Adventures. West Aussie Adventures (WAA) is Western Australia’s first ever fly-in fly-out

Kalbarri Skywalk Dinner

Dine under the stars at Kalbarri National Park's recently opened Skywalk, enjoying Western Australian produce, drinks and entertainment. Itinerary Set off on a 4 day, 3 night package to dine beneath

Exmouth Night Markets

As the sun sets on Exmouth, head to the town centre once a month on Fridays for the Exmouth night markets from 4 - 8pm (check Facebook for exact dates). The Kennedy Street Mall comes alive featuring

Gascoyne Food Festival

The 2021 Gascoyne Food Festival planning is underway. Stay tuned for dates and information for the exciting 2021 Festival. In the meantime, whet your appetite and discover some of the foodie

Gascoyne Growers Markets

Everyone Loves Saturday Morning Markets Every Saturday morning from May - October, Carnarvon town centre comes alive with the Growers Markets. Held on the grounds at the front of the Carnarvon Visitor

Dongara Markets

The Dongara Markets are held on the first Saturday of each month. Enjoy wonderful music performed by local artists while browsing through the large array of stalls. We have, Pony Rides, Train rides

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Essential Travel Planning Tools

Turtle hatching at Ningaloo, Western Australia

Turtle-y awesome tours

From December to March, it's turtle time! See turtles nesting and hatching as part of a eco-education tour.

Book a turtle tour out of Exmouth

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