Western Australia

Occupying a third of the continent, Western Australia is Australia’s largest state and home to astonishingly diverse climates, landscapes, and wildlife. With incredible places to cruise and explore such as The Kimberley, Ningaloo Coast, Kalbarri, Houtman Abrolhos and Rottnest Island, it is clear to see why Western Australia is such an exceptional destination for Superyachts and Luxury Yacht charters.

Before you head north, take a cruise to Rottnest Island and spend a day at Perth’s favourite holiday destination. Hire a bicycle, lounge on one of 63 sun-drenched beaches or snorkel in crystal-clear waters and keep an eye out for humpback and southern right whales on their annual migration. And, of course, enjoy the company of the world’s cutest animals: the Australian quokkas.

At the southern end of the Coral Coast, head inland to the Pinnacles Desert of Nambung National Park. Formed over millions of years, thousands of spectacular natural limestone structures rise up to 4m from the sprawling yellow sand. Often described as a moonscape, the desert is mysterious and almost other-worldly. Visit at dawn to watch the western grey kangaroos feed on patches of vegetation or after dark for spectacular views of the Milky Way.

Jurien Bay is an ideal retreat for relaxation on sun-drenched beaches. Snorkelling and diving is an exceptional experience, with vibrant coral reefs and underwater caves teeming with marine life, including the rare Australian sea lion. Visit around August and September to see the native wildflowers explode in a kaleidoscope of colour carpeting the area.

On the way to Kalbarri, don’t miss the extraordinary waters of Hutt Lagoon. Depending on the season and the time of day, the lagoon may be bright pink, lilac, or even red, but it’s always an extraordinary sight.

Visit Kalbarri National Park and marvel at 186,000 hectares of spectacular natural beauty. To the east, magnificent red and white banded gorges, formed over 400 million years, stretch for 80km towards the ocean. To the west are the rugged Coastal Cliffs, towering cliffs which plunge down 100m to the ocean. A carpet of wildflowers covers vast, rolling sandplains. Take a scenic flight over the Cliffs for a truly unforgettable perspective on the incredible scale of the region.

Hike The Loop Walk down a peaceful trail to see Nature’s Window, a natural rock formation that frames a stunning upstream view of the Murchison River. Just across the gorge, venture on to the spine-tingling Kalbarri Skywalk and talk in the spectacular view from 100m above the river.

Bird lovers will be enchanted by the Rainbow Jungle, Australia’s largest parrot breeding centre and free flight aviary. For fishing enthusiasts, Kalbarri features some of WA’s best angling opportunities. Serious anglers and beginners alike can bring home superb whiting, black bream, mackerel, and coral trout.

Stop in at Exmouth to visit the stunning Ningaloo reef, the world’s largest fringing reef. Easily accessible from the shore, Ningaloo is home to a dazzling array of marine life, including manta rays, dugongs, turtles, 300 species of coral, and more than 500 species of fish. For an unforgettable experience, go snorkelling at Turquoise Bay, one of the only places in the world where you can swim with the majestic whale sharks. Coral Bay is a fantastic stop for scuba divers, with a range of wrecks to explore around Point Cloates.

Broome is Australia’s pearling capital and the gateway to the Kimberley region. Take a sunset camel ride along Cable Beach for a unique perspective on the sweeping white sands, turquoise waters, and striking red cliffs of this 22km shoreline. If you’re lucky enough to visit during a full moon, you could even witness the extraordinary Staircase to the Moon, as the moonlight gleaming on the water creates the illusion of steps leading to the moon.

North of Broome, take a 4WD adventure to Cape Leveque. This untouched part of the Kimberley is renowned for its striking contrasts in colour as plunging red cliffs meet pure wind sand and crystal-clear turquoise waters. The region is also famous for its thriving Aboriginal heritage. Join a bush-tucker, tag-along, or mud crabbing tour to learn more about one of world’s oldest living cultures.

The Kimberley is home to one of Australia’s most exhilarating outdoor adventures, a jet boat ride through the Horizontal Falls. Towering 11m tides are funnelled through two narrow gorges to create this extraordinary phenomenon. If you’re feeling brave, you can even take a swim with the local sharks.

For a land based excursion and to see one of the most striking geological landmarks in WA, the spectacular bee-hive shaped sandstone rock formations of The Bungle Bungle Range in Purnululu National Park are also not to be missed.
Hidden from the outside world until 1983, the area has been home to Aboriginal tribes for thousands of years, and remains a site of great cultural significance, featuring ceremonial sites, rock paintings, and a burial ground.