Ningaloo

Africa has its Big 5, and Ningaloo has its Big 3 - whale sharks, humpback whales and manta rays. Tick off bucket list experiences and get up close to these incredible megafauna on tour from Coral Bay and Exmouth.

Did you know that Carnarvon played a crucial role in NASA's manned space program, and in Australia's communications industry? Visit the Space & Technology Museum to discover the town's history.

Snorkel, swim, kayak or join a glass-bottom boat tour to see the incredible coral gardens which give Coral Bay its name.

Experience a taste of authentic outback station life at one of the Coral Coast's Station Stays. Generally working cattle or sheep stations, the Stations offer a range of accommodation from cottages and rustic Shearing quarters, to camping facilities and glamping tents.

Cape Range National Park's rugged canyons and gorges make for some incredible hiking experiences, with Charles Knife Canyon, Shothole Canyon, Mandu Mandu Gorge and Yardie Creek Gorge all population locations to explore.

There's more to Exmouth than the world's largest fringing reef, world-class dive sites and rugged canyons and gorges - the town has a fascinating naval, communications and natural history. The Ningaloo Aquarium and Discovery Centre encompasses the Ningaloo Visitor Centre, Interpretation Centre and aquarium, and three visitor galleries to learn about the region.

Carnarvon's Gwoonwardu Mia, Gascoyne Aboriginal Heritage & Cultural Centre is a multipurpose centre that celebrates the regions' give Aboriginal language groups culture and country. Discover and experience the history, art, heritage and culture of the Yinggardu, Bayungu, Malgana, Thadgari and Thalanyji people.

Carnarvon produces 80% of Western Australia's fruit and vegetable, and much of its seafood - explore the town's aptly named 'Fruit Loop Drive Trail' which takes you past plantations, where you can pick up delicious fresh, local produce.

East of Carnarvon you'll find Kennedy Range National Park, a vast sandstone plateau. 4WDers will delight in discovering the rugged outback, or set off on a guided day tour or scenic helicopter flight to explore with the knowledge of a local.

Ningaloo is home to some world-class diving including the Muiron Islands, Lighthouse Bay, and Exmouth's Navy Pier which is rated in the world's top 10 dive sites.

From Carnarvon to Exmouth, the Ningaloo region offers a range of fishing experiences. Beach fishing, game fishing and deep sea fishing are all options, with multiple fishing charter operators to take you on an exciting day out or live-aboard charter.

With so much to see, do and discover, take advantage of local knowledge and set off on a guided tour. Whether you're cruising through Yardie Creek, kayaking and snorkelling on the Ningaloo Reef, or discovering the native flora and fauna of the region, our Ningaloo locals will show you the region in a whole new light.

Set off along the Coral Coast Highway and turn your journey into the experience.

Drive times from Perth:

Carnarvon: ~9 hours

Coral Bay: ~12 hours

Exmouth: ~13 hours

You can get to Ningaloo in just 2 hours from Perth.
Qantas fly to Exmouth (Learmonth Airport), and Regional Express Airlines fly to Carnarvon.

We strongly recommend pre-booking your hire car or airport transfer prior to your arrival, as taxis and transfers do not meet every flight.

Extend your Ningaloo experience and discover one of the greatest road trips on earth, the Coral Coast Highway. Fly one way between Perth and Exmouth and drive the other with significantly discounted one-way relocation fees with Avis and Hertz.