Western Australia | Coral Coast | Ningaloo Reef

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

We're home to shimmering turquoise waters, mega-fauna and wildlife, pristine private islands and even arid outback deserts.

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We know the best places to visit - no matter your lifestyle or budget - we have an experience for the outdoor adventure traveller.

Indian Ocean Drive

Best known for the Pinnacles Desert at Cervantes or the endangered Australian Sea Lions of Jurien Bay, the area is home to several National Parks and Marine Parks, sporting colourful wildflowers during the season.

See the Pinnacles

Kalbarri & the Pink Lake

Kalbarri and Hutt Lagoon, the pink lake at Port Gregory are an easy self-drive holiday from Perth. Adventures to be had on the water, quad biking by the ocean or hiking and biking at the National Park sites.

Colours of Kalbarri

Ningaloo Reef

The 300km long Ningaloo Reef is the best place on Earth to swim with megafauna including Whale Shanks, Manta Rays, Humpback Whales and Turtles. Learn to dive, hike the Canyons, cruise the gorge creeks and enjoy fresh seafood.

Meet our Megafauna

Geraldton & its Islands

Geraldton has established itself as a contemporary coastal hub of cafés, shops, street art and galleries. It's also a great base for Western Australia wildflower carpets, a world-class kitesurfing hub and the gateway to the Abrolhos Islands with its black pearls.

Go to Geraldton!

Shark Bay World Heritage Area

Shark Bay World Heritage Area is known worldwide for the Monkey Mia dolphin experience. Emus, Lizards, Dugongs, Turtles and Rays are found in its National Park - coloured red rust cliffs - and waters which are white sand (or shells) and turquoise waters.

See you in Shark Bay

Wildflower Country

The Coral Coast is a popular spot to see dazzling Western Australia wildflowers - from late July to early October with the best months being August & September. Our region is Wildflower Hotspot, home to the flower carpets, orchids and the rare wreath flowers.

Wowed by Wildflowers

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...

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...

Kalbarri

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

Geraldton

Shallow Snorkelling at Geraldton's Northern Beaches. Video: Chris Lewis

The City of Geraldton has established itself as a trendy seaside city with...

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...

Wildflower Country

The wildflower season is usually from June to early October. Wildflower reports and sightings are published on this page during wildflower season....

Coronation Beach

Located 32 kilometres north of Geraldton along the...

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Carnarvon

Ideally situated between the Shark Bay and...

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Francois Peron National Park

For a four-wheel driving adventure along a scenic...

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Kalbarri National Park

One of Western Australia's most popular places for...

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The Pinnacles

A visit to Australia’s Nambung National Park and...

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Carnarvon Fruit, Vegetables & Seafood

Food doesn’t get any fresher than Carnarvon fresh....

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Kalbarri

Video: Chris Lewis Kalbarri is Western Australia's...

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Pink Lake at Port Gregory

Video: Chris Lewis Port Gregory lies near the...

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Geraldton

Geraldton has established itself as a trendy...

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Jurien Bay

Jurien Bay is Western Australia’s family favourite...

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Dongara-Port Denison

The twin towns of Dongara and Port Denison boast...

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How does a Ningaloo Whale Shark tour work?

Swimming with Whale Sharks at Ningaloo Reef is one...

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Meet the Monkey Mia Dolphins

Head for Monkey Mia Beach during feeding times and...

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Swim with Humpback Whales

One of the best places in Western Australia to see...

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Australian Sea Lion Encounters

Large colonies of Australian sea lions thrive on...

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Whale Watching & Interaction Tours

Whale watching tours on Western Australia's Coral...

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Muiron Islands off Exmouth

The Muiron (pronounced 'Myoo-ron’) - north and...

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Wildflower Hotspot - Coalseam Conservation Park

Located between Mingenew and Mullewa , the...

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Wildflower Hotspot - Lesueur National Park

Lesueur National Park situated near Green Head ,...

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Wildflower Hotspot - The rare Wreath Flower

The inland towns of Pindar and Mullewa are...

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Wildflower Hotspot - Shark Bay World Heritage Area

Shark Bay has the longest wildflower season in...

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Wildflower Hotspot - Ningaloo Coast World Heritage Area

The wildflower season is usually from June to...

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Where to see wildflowers

The wildflower season is usually from June to...

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Wildflower Sightings - Wildflower Country

The wildflower season is usually from June to...

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Wildflower Sightings - Mid-West Wildflowers

The wildflower season is usually from June to...

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Wildflower Sightings - Shark Bay World Heritage Area

The wildflower season is usually from June to...

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Abrolhos Island Snorkelling

The Abrolhos Islands on Western Australia’s Coral...

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Jurien Bay snorkelling

Similar to the Abrolhos Islands the Jurien Bay...

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Coral Bay Snorkelling

A much loved holiday hotspot and home to Ningaloo...

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Wildflower Sightings - Indian Ocean Drive

The wildflower season is usually from June to...

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Wildflower Hotspot - Depot Hill

Depot Hill reserve 12kms to the northeast of...

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How does a Humpback Whale Tour work?

What's it like to actually swim with a Humpback...

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The Emu - Australia's largest native bird

The Emu is the largest bird native to Australia...

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Ningaloo Centre

The Ningaloo Centre, situated in the town of...

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Dongara Denison Drive-In Cinemas

The Dongara Denison Drive-in is a single screen...

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Kalbarri Nature Playground

The newly developed nature playground on the...

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Chinaman's Beach

Make the most of the clear, tranquil waters of...

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Kalbarri - Your Adventure Playground

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Kalbarri - Your Adventure Playground

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Kalbarri - Your Adventure Playground

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Everyone's got to eat, here's a few of our favourite places.

Snack Attack

As a perfect accompaniment to the Lobster Shack tour, why not sit back & enjoy a sumptuous lunch from our selection of hot foods now being served at the Snack Attack. Whether it be our famous lobster

Cervantes Island Cafe

One stop shop for petrol, food, bait, cold drinks, souvenirs, seafood, ice and much more, with a choice of eat-in or take-away.

Froth Craft Brewery

Restaurant/micro-brewery/live music venue with a kitchen serving up delicious local produce, bar pouring artisan craft beer brewed on-site and a cafe grinding out great coffee. 2017 Best Start-Up

Oakabella Homestead, Tea Rooms and Campground

Oakabella Homestead is a comfortable stop-over on your journey along the beautiful Coral Coast. Steeped is historical significance, Oakabella Homestead is classified by the National Trust. Set in a

Whalebone Brewing Company

Located in the remote town of Exmouth WA, Whalebone Brewing Company is literally beer in a shed. Owned and operated by two local families with a love of craft beer who wanted to bring beer back to

Piper Lane Cafe

Serving up Five Senses coffee & delicious food all made in-house at Piper Lane Cafe. We offer all day breakfast and lunch and have plenty of delicious ready to go daily cabinet specials!

Skeetas Restaurant

Skeetas has been serving fine food and wine in Geraldton for over 25 years. Relocated and now situated in the exquisite new marina district of Geraldton, Skeetas boasts stunning panoramic ocean views.

Finlay's Kalbarri

Did someone say fresh seafood! A dining experience at Finlay's is a must when visiting Kalbarri. At Finlay's Kalbarri, we pride ourselves on providing the freshest local seafood possible. Our fish is