#1 Being up-close and in awe of majestic ocean creatures at Ningaloo Reef

Wanting to get up close and swim with the world’s largest fish? Did you know that Ningaloo Reef is regarded as one of the world’s most reliable places to swim with the majestic whale shark, who migrate the waters from March to July? Think about this for your next holiday destination. One of the world’s largest fringing reefs, Ningaloo Reef is located just metres away from the shoreline and can be reached in a short swim. You can practically walk straight off the beach, snorkel a few metres and witness the world’s most diverse marine habitats with beautiful coral gardens. Apart from that, you can swim with humpback whales when they migrate from July to October. World Heritage-listed Ningaloo Reef is also home to manta rays, sea turtles, dugongs and more. It is simply an incredible destination that you will never forget.

#2 Come and play with the dolphins at Monkey Mia

The most common and usual activity you hear of when it comes to dolphins are your basics like going on boat trips and watching them from above. Well, not when you are in Monkey Mia. Located on the eastern shore of Peron Peninsula in the World Heritage area of Shark Bay, Monkey Mia is renowned as one of the best and most reliable places in the world for dolphin interaction. The adorable sea mammals regularly visit the beach to interact with humans up to three times a day and more frequently in the mornings, this is a must know for all you visiting Monkey Mia; feeding time usually occurs between 7.30am and 12noon. You can enter the shallows and have the opportunity to help to hand-feed the dolphins under the supervision of park rangers. 

#3 View WA’s most spectacular natural formations; the Pinnacles Desert

Apart from just water-based activities, there are plenty of other activities and attractions you can explore in Western Australia’s Coral Coast region. Why not take a day trip to discover the iconic ancient desert sculptures of the Pinnacles situated in Nambung National Park, along an idyllic stretch of coastline north of Perth? Located a 2.5 hour drive north of Perth, these amazing natural limestone structures were formed around 25,000 to 30,000 years ago with some standing as high as five metres. If you are lucky enough, you will also get a chance to watch wild emus, galahs and other wildlife walking through the desert.

Those searching for a more adventurous experience can hop on a four-wheel drive, or better yet just get out of the car and explore on foot – you wouldn’t want to miss the spectacular sunset colours from the lookout point. Additionally, the Nambung National Park is also surrounded by secluded, white beaches which are great for swimming, snorkelling and surfing.

#4 Visit Kalbarri National Park

Alternatively, you can visit Kalbarri National Park known for its spectacular gorges and dazzling wildflowers, more than 800 species can be found here. The park offers superb walking trails that create an awe-inspiring display from the months of July to October each year. When you’re here, you can opt for bushwalking, gorge hiking or canoeing and take a journey back 400 million years when the tidal flats of an ancient sea formed the striking red sandstone and the mighty Murchison River carved out deep gorges on its way to the ocean.          

For a more relaxed and equally breath-taking experience, you can explore some Instagram worthy spots, including the famous Nature's Window, Hawkes Head and Ross Graham, Red Bluff and Pot Alley.

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