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Stromatolites of Hamelin Pool

A visit to the remarkable Hamelin Pool stromatolites in Western Australia is a must when holidaying in the Shark Bay World Heritage Area. The Hamelin Pool stromatolites are oldest and largest living

Onslow

Onslow is a beautiful coastal town with a sunny climate and is the gateway to the Mackerel Islands. Best time to visit the area is April to September with the peak season to stay at the Mackerel

Osprey Bay

Located in Cape Range National Park, Osprey Bay is a stunning location offering fantastic swimming, snorkelling, kayaking and canoeing conditions. At low tide, small sandy enclaves are exposed. Osprey

Jacques/Jakes Point

Jacques Point (better known as Jakes by the locals) is a popular surfing beach in Kalbarri providing a perfect left hand surf break along the point. Experienced surfers will enjoy the safe conditions

Chinaman's Beach

Make the most of the clear, tranquil waters of Chinaman’s Beach on the Murchison River. This swimming spot in the heart of Kalbarri is popular among families due to its safe swimming conditions

The Fascine

The Fascine is a picturesque bay in Carnarvon favoured by locals and popular with visitors. Take a gentle stroll along the board walk on the ocean front to admire the coconut and cotton palms that

Swim child sea turtle Ningaloo Western Australia

Meeting a Sea Turtle

Sea turtles can be encountered on Western Australia's Coral Coast all year round and hatchlings may be sighted during turtle nesting season. You can snorkel with them through the beautiful coral

Aerial Abrolhos Islands Scenic Flight Western Australia

Houtman Abrolhos Islands

The Houtman Abrolhos Islands, more commonly referred to as the Abrolhos Islands, and their surrounding coral reef communities form one of Western Australia's unique marine areas. The Islands lie about

Exmouth

Situated at the northern gateway to the Ningaloo Coast World Heritage Area, Exmouth is the perfect base to explore the grandiose landscapes of the Cape Range National Park and the underwater wonders

greenough heritage precinct western australia

Greenough Museum and Gardens

Just off the Brand Highway the Greenough Museum is located in a beautifully restored two-storey homestead built between 1862 and 1880 for John Maley. Maley was a miller, storekeeper, hotel proprietor

Greenough Leaning Trees Geraldton Western Australia

Leaning Trees of Greenough

Located approximately two kilometres north of the Greenough Historic Settlement, the iconic leaning trees of Greenough are a must-see when in the region. Buffeted by prevailing southerly winds, the

Eagle Bluff

Eagle Bluff features a spectacularly high cliff that overlooks the Denham Sound and is located 18-20 km south from Denham. Walk along the boardwalk to see breathtaking views out across the water. Time

The Navy Pier

The Navy Pier has a reputation as one of the top 10 shore dives worldwide, primarily due to its vast range of marine life - best described as an aquarium without glass. At the last count, there were

Point Moore Lighthouse

The red and white candy stripes of Point Moore Lighthouse are a spectacular sight that stands out proudly amidst the Geraldton landscape. Standing 34 metres high it was the first all steel tower built

Carnarvon

Ideally situated between the Shark Bay and Ningaloo Coast World Heritage Areas, Carnarvon is the regional centre for the Gascoyne. It's a hub of adventure, but also a great place to rest, relax and

Greenough River Nature Trail

The Greenough River Nature Trail is a picturesque walk or mountain bike with a 17km trail of bush land surrounding Greenough River. It provides you with the opportunity to capture the stunning views

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