Not sure whether to stay in Coral Bay or Exmouth when visiting Ningaloo Reef? This guide compares accommodation, beaches, tours, wildlife experiences, food, atmosphere and accessibility so you can choose the best base for your Coral Coast adventure.
Discover the best things to do in Exmouth, Western Australia — from snorkelling Turquoise Bay and swimming with whale sharks to exploring Cape Range National Park, Yardie Creek, and Ningaloo Reef.
If you’re dreaming of turquoise water, reef just metres from shore, and a town where you can walk everywhere barefoot, Coral Bay is your kind of place. Tucked along the Ningaloo Coast in Western Australia, this tiny seaside town delivers world-class marine experiences without the crowds or the chaos.
This guide will show you exactly where, when, and how to see kangaroos in the wild across Australia—responsibly, safely, and with zero regrets.
The latest Home and Away promo appears to showcase Western Australia’s Ningaloo Coast. Explore the stunning locations that may have featured — from Turquoise Bay to Yardie Creek.
Determining the best time to visit Ningaloo Reef can be tricky. With distinct seasons and bucket list megafauna of whale sharks, humpback whales, turtle breeding and mantarays swimming around at different times, it all depends on the experience you are seeking. Here’s a practical planning guide covering climate, sea conditions and when to see key species.
Recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Area, Shark Bay in Western Australia is one of Australia’s most extraordinary natural landscapes. Here, blinding white sandy beaches stretch for kilometres without another soul in sight, ancient coastlines meet vibrant marine ecosystems, and the sense of isolation is part of the magic. It’s also home to Steep Point, the most westerly point on mainland Australia, where endless ocean views make the long drive feel completely worth it.
If you’re craving wide-open spaces, unforgettable wildlife encounters, and an adventure that feels truly off the beaten path, discovering Shark Bay is an experience that stays with you long after the dust has settled.
Planning a Western Australia road trip? Carnarvon is one of the Coral Coast’s most underrated stops — where outback meets ocean, fresh produce meets historic space exploration, and wild coastal landscapes sit just a short drive from town.
This guide shows you how to get there, when to go, where to stay and what to do.
This ultimate 14-day Coral Coast road trip itinerary follows the coast north from Perth to Exmouth and back again, stopping at icons like the Pinnacles Desert, Cervantes and Jurien Bay, and the dramatic cliffs and river gorges of Kalbarri National Park. Along the way, you’ll sandboard towering dunes, swim with playful sea lions, and chase some of the world’s most extraordinary marine encounters — from whale sharks and humpback whales to manta rays on Ningaloo Reef.
Your Perth to Kalbarri 7-day itinerary guides you on a stress-free road trip taking in incredible scenery and adventures including swimming with sea lions, desert adventures at the Pinnacles, a pink lake and finally the incredible gorges of Kalbarri.