Western Australia | Coral Coast | Ningaloo Reef

The Coral Coast is Western Australia's best-kept secret... until now.

Think whale sharks, turquoise waters, wildflower carpets, pristine private islands and arid outback landscapes.
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Where is the Coral Coast, anyway?

Not familiar with Western Australia? The Coral Coast starts just north of Perth, our capital city.
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The Coral Coast's 6 Destinations

Indian Ocean Drive

Starting from Cervantes spanning north, the Indian Ocean Drive (road extension off Perth's Yanchep suburb) offers a scenic journey to the coastal towns of Cervantes , Jurien Bay , Green Head , Leeman

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Wildflower Country

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

Ningaloo

The UNESCO Ningaloo Coast World Heritage Area was established in 2011 and is regarded as one of the last great ocean paradises. The area was listed due to its marine and terrestrial (land) properties

Geraldton

The only city on the Coral Coast, Geraldton has established itself as a contemporary coastal hub of cafés, shops, street art and galleries. The city’s beaches and sunny climate make it a hot-spot for

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. The area meets four of the ten required

Kalbarri

The Kalbarri region is a favourite family holiday destination also known for its adventure experiences on the water and land-based attractions. Situated where the Murchison River meets the Indian

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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How to travel the region

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How to plan your wildflower escape

Any camera will do. Expensive camera or camera on your phone, think big and think small. Breeze, angle and light are most important tips. Take multiple shots from different angles and use the Macro

Bimble About on the Coral Coast Highway

We are Amy & Lyndon, Bimble About, and we are a young couple from Melbourne travelling around Australia in our van. We realised after travelling for three years abroad, we hadn't seen much of

Galaxy Girl

Western Australia has an incredible future under the stars, according to Carol Redford, Director of Astrotourism WA. 'There are now 2 billion people on this planet who can't see the Milky Way at night

Propelling over the Pink Lake

Geraldton, just over 4.5hrs drive north of Perth, is the only City on the Coral Coast. Whether it is water sports, a spot of fishing, a marine adventure, or urban culture and time to relax – this

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The Coral Coast Highway

One of Australia’s great scenic drives - Perth to Ningaloo where the road hugs the Indian Ocean coastline.

Until recently, one-way car hire included a substantial ‘relocation’ fee of $1000 AUD on top of your car hire. Now Avis is offering a much cheaper deal with relocation costs for the car between $150 and $250. Pair it with a Qantas flight between Learmonth - Perth airports and you've got yourself an easy holiday on the Coral Coast.

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While you're here, why not explore the Coral Coast

Honeycomb Gorge

Honeycomb Gorge is a must-visit location when in Carnarvon . Due east of the town into the Kennedy Range National Park, it's perfect for a four wheel driving bush-camping adventure under a star-filled

Kalbarri Z Bend Nature's Window National Park

Bushwalking National Parks

Marvel at nature's ability to carve the landscape. Explore the depths and heights of the river gorges and sea cliffs and admire the floral beauty of the vast, rolling sandplains. From Nambung National

Steep Point and Zuytdorp Cliffs

Steep Point, the westernmost point of Western Australia, is a perfect vantage point to see the magnificent Zuytdorp Cliffs, which rise some 170 meters above sea level. Steep Point is also a mecca for

Sandy Cape

Secret no more – Sandy Cape has grown in popularity with visitors unable to resist photographing and posting images of this idyllic location. Located 10km north of Jurien Bay is the turnoff to the 7km

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Turtle Hatching season

The Shark Bay Marine Park north to the Ningaloo Reef is some of the world's major breeding areas for sea turtles. The turtle nesting season between December and March, and after a six-week period

Dugong Encounters

The endangered dugong is nature's only vegetarian sea mammal. They resemble a walrus, related to the elephant, called a sea-cow and growing to three metres and weighing up to 400 kilograms. Around the

Island Rock and Natural Bridge

Island Rock and Natural Bridge are situated in Kalbarri National Park as part of the Coastal Cliff sites. Yielding to the forces of the ocean, the once resilient Island Rock was part of the shoreline.

Wildflower Hotspot - Depot Hill

Depot Hill reserve 12kms to the northeast of Mingewnew , an easy five minute drive. Depot Hill is wonderful spot for an abundance of wildflowers, native animals and a picnic on the banks of the river

Ningaloo Centre

The Ningaloo Centre, situated in the town of Exmouth , is a research, tourism, education and community hub. The Centre acts as an ideal starting point for your adventure through Exmouth, and its

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Blue Maze

One of the top ten snorkel spots voted by National Geographic, the Blue Maze in Coral Bay on Western Australia's Ningaloo Reef is a labyrinth of coral formations. With a huge variety of fish life

Beach Fishing at Bottle Bay, Shark Bay Western Australia

Fishing in Shark Bay

Shark Bay is teeming with hundreds of species of fish. To get a real piece of the action, join one of the fishing charters operating in this area of WA’s Coral Coast. On a lucky outing, you may see

Turquoise Bay

Step into the pristine waters of the aptly named Turquoise Bay near the town of Exmouth and you're swimming within a few metres of Ningaloo Reef . Known as one of Australia's best beaches, Turquoise

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