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About the Kimberley
• The Kimberley in Australia is one of the last true wilderness areas on Earth, with rustic unique outback landscapes and landmarks billions of years in the making. Covering app 423,000 square kilometres in north Western Australia and with a population of less than 40,000 people, it’s here you’ll encounter some of the most extraordinary outback adventuresand folks in Australia. Discover ancient gorge country with hikes and trekking a must in planning your Kimberley vacation to enormous cattle stations, pristine coastline and sandy beaches, to one of the oldest cultures on the planet and the world’s only horizontal waterfalls.

Self drive along the Gibb River Road from Broome or Darwin is a Australia four wheel drive hire camper or wagon. The Gibb River Road was initially constructed as a beef road to transport cattle from the surrounding stations to the ports of Derby and Wyndham.It spans some six-hundred and seventy kilometres from Derby to the junction of the Great Northern Highway between Wyndham and Kununurra. © source and courtesy of wikipedia.org

  AUSTRALIA'S CORAL COAST

Australia's Coral Coast - from the Pinnacles and stretches as far north as Exmouth.
Beaches, exotic marine life, national reserves and the bluest ocean you’ll see anywhere in the world, can all be found in Australia's Coral Coast. This coastline region commence at Cervantes, where you’ll find the unique rock formations of the Pinnacles and stretches as far north as Exmouth, home of the internationally renowned World Heritage Listed Ningaloo Reef, this amazing area is also great for diving and fishing all year round with a variety of spectacular reefs and marine life, white sandy beaches and warm turquoise waters.

Australia’s Coral Coast is one of the few places in the world where you can swim with the world’s largest fish – the whale shark. Inland is just as exciting, as carpets of wildflowers burst into colour during the wildflower season. The region offers amazing experiences and interactions with a variety of marine life, including meeting the dolphins of Monkey Mia, sea lions, manta rays, dugongs and humpback whales.

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Cervantes & Jurien Bay region (The Pinnacles)

Cervantes & Jurien Bay region (The Pinnacles)
The Cervantes and Jurien Bay region of Australia is your gateway to the magical Pinnacles and the southern seaside playgrounds of the Coral Coast. Located just two hours’ drive north of Perth along the new Indian Ocean Drive, its pristine white beaches and clear turquoise waters offer an array of exciting watersports and marine life encounters. Against a backdrop of picturesque rolling farmland, the area surrounding Cervantes and Jurien Bay on Australia’s Coral Coast also boasts stunning national parks full of native flora and fauna, fascinating historic buildings and a tempting selection of fresh local seafood to sample. What’s more, an excellent network of sealed roads and four wheel drive tracks make it a real pleasure to explore the Cervantes and Jurien Bay region of Australia.

 

 

Ningaloo Reef Region

(Coral Bay, Exmouth, Ningaloo Marine Park, Cape Range National Park and Outback Stations)

Coral Bay
At the southern gateway to the Ningaloo Marine Park and only 155kms from Exmouth, Coral Bay is a perfect destination for people of all ages seeking relaxation, adventure or simply something refreshingly different. Coral Bay has much to offer all sorts of people. It’s ideal for the independent traveller searching for excitement, families looking for an enjoyable, safe environment, scuba divers, fisher persons, snorkellers and those who simply want to relax, unwind and see nature at its very best. There are many tours on offer in Coral Bay, these include glass bottom boats, diving tours, manta rays tours, whale watching tours, whale shark tours, scenic flights, quad bike tours, catamaran tours or simply enjoy lazing by the beach. Coral Bay has limited Accommodation and therefore bookings are necessary during the Peak Season. The Exmouth Visitor Centre can assist with making bookings at the Bayview Coral Bay Caravan Park, the Ningaloo Club Backpackers and the Ningaloo Reef Resort. Aiport transfers are available from Learmonth Airport or alternatively you can hire a car and pick it up from the Airport and return the vehicle to the Airport on your return flight home.

 

Exmouth
Western Australia’s underwater playground Ningaloo, the largest fringing reef in Australia, sits just a stone’s throw from Exmouth on WA’s (Western Australia’s) Coral Coast, making it the must-see destination for keen divers and snorkellers.

Located on the eastern side of WA’s North West Cape, in Australia’s Ningaloo Reef region, the charming coastal town of Exmouth is a two and a half hour flight or a 15-hour drive north of Perth. Here, the rugged gorges of Cape Range National Park give way to the pristine white beaches, clear blue waters and vibrant coral reefs of the Ningaloo Marine Park.

If you are travelling north to Exmouth along the North West Coastal Highway, travel 152 km north of Carnarvon and turn left at the Minilya Exmouth Road. From here it is 200 km to Exmouth townsite. If you are travelling south to Exmouth turn off the North West Coastal Highway 110km south of the Nanutarra Roadhouse onto Burkett Road. From here it’s 80 km to the Minilya Exmouth Road. At this junction, turn right to Exmouth (89 km).

Maps of Coral Bay - Exmouth - Exmouth Coastal Map - Cape Range National Park - Walk & Bike Trails - at exmouthwa.com.au

Exmouth diving and snorkelling
Hire equipment from local dive shops or join a Ningaloo Reef tour and experience everything from diving and drift snorkelling to kayaking and cruising in a glass-bottom boat. For a once-in-a-lifetime holiday experience on Australia’s Coral Coast, take a swim with the world's largest fish (which are harmless to humans), the whale shark. Check out the list of Exmouth whale shark tours, operating throughout WA’s whale shark season from mid March to late July. Don’t miss the drift snorkel over the coral gardens of Turquoise Bay. See the diving and snorkelling pages for more details. Or why not camp at the remote Muiron Islands for the ultimate diving adventure, contact the Department of Environment and Conservation to obtain a license.

Other Exmouth attractions
•Join a glass-bottom boat tour and view the reef in comfort. Alternatively experience the reef from a sea kayak.
•Try your luck at beach, reef or game fishing.

Check out the region’s fishing spots and charters.
•Discover the rugged beauty of Australia’s Cape Range National Park. Just 40 kilometres from Exmouth, it boasts some of the most spectacular gorges and canyons in WA, as well as amazing wildflowers, wildlife and 50 kilometres of pristine beaches.
•Take a cruise along Yardie Creek, or join a four wheel drive safari tour of the Cape Range National Park. Be sure to keep your eyes peeled for the rare black footed rock wallaby.
•Watch the sun set over the Indian Ocean from Vlaming Head Lighthouse
•Learn about Ningaloo turtles at Jurabi Turtle Centre.
•Swim with the giant manta rays in Exmouth between June and November. Tours from Exmouth in WA There is a huge variety of guided tours in and around this amazing region of WA.

 

Outback stations
Take the path less beaten to outback station stays in Western Australia’s Ningaloo region, it’s well worth the journey. Set in stunning coastal wilderness areas, working pastoral stations with homestead accommodation and camping at Quobba, Gnaraloo, Warroora, Bullara and Giralia invite you to enjoy the great outdoors. Some of Western Australia’s best kept snorkelling, fishing, wildlife watching and even surfing secrets are waiting to be discovered on these huge outback stations.

Quobba Station
Spanning 80 kilometres of Indian Ocean coastline on the southern tip of the Ningaloo Reef Marine Park, Quobba Station is a working pastoral station beside the striking cliffs of Red Bluff. It’s one of the most famous outback station stays in Western Australia for world-class game fishing, surfing and snorkelling. Quobba camping facilities and accommodation options range from swags under the stars, fish shacks and cottages to luxury eco safari tents on the clifftop.

Gnaraloo Station
Surfers come from all corners of the planet to test their skills against the size and power of the waves at Gnaraloo Station, providing spectators with a thrilling spectacle. In summer, the consistent South Westerly winds make it one of the world’s top destinations for kitesurfing and windsurfing too. For serious anglers, this is one of WAs best fishing spots, providing the only access between Carnarvon and Coral Bay for larger boats. And for snorkellers of all abilities, this stunning coastline is rich in marine life. End your perfect day with a magnificent ocean sunset at Monument Cliffs. Gnaraloo camping at 3 Mile Camp puts you right on the beach. You can also stay at the homestead in self-contained accommodation, or lay a swag under the stars.

Warroora Station
A Coral Coast wilderness in every sense of the word, Warroora Station stretches along 50 kilometres of pristine coastline beside the Ningaloo Reef. Walk along the white sand beach and find a stretch all to yourself for you and your family to swim, snorkel and fish. A real get-away-from-it-all outback station stay in Western Australia.

Bullara Station
Nestled between Coral Bay and Exmouth, near the Ningaloo Marine Park in WA, Bullara Station invites you to immerse yourself in the rugged landscape and life on a working cattle station. Bullara offers a fully self contained cottage, a stylishly renovated shearer’s lodge, as well as a fabulous campground in a spacious bush setting where you can enjoy sunset drinks and star-gazing beside the fire pit.

Giralia Station
On the trail of the old Wool Wagon Pathway, where the outback meets the ocean, this unique station stay operated by the DEC is conveniently close to all the marvels of the north Coral Coast and central Pilbara, from Coral Bay, Exmouth and the Ningaloo Reef to Karijini National Park. It’s also just a 40 minute drive to Giralia Bay for year-round world-class fishing. Pitch your tent or park your caravan at the bush camp, stay at the homestead and get dinner and breakfast cooked for you, share a budget room in the Quad or book the self-contained family cottage.

About Exmouth in Western Australia
If you are travelling north to Exmouth along the North West Coastal Highway, travel 152 km north of Carnarvon and turn left at the Minilya Exmouth Road. From here it is 200 km to Exmouth townsite. If you are travelling south to Exmouth turn off the North West Coastal Highway 110km south of the Nanutarra Roadhouse onto Burkett Road. From here it’s 80 km to the Minilya Exmouth Road. At this junction, turn right to Exmouth (89 km).

Exmouth is a town on the tip of the North West Cape in Western Australia. The town is located 1,270 kilometres (789 mi) north of the state capital Perth and 3,366 kilometres (2,092 mi) southwest of Darwin. The town was established in 1967 to support the nearby United States Naval Communication Station Harold E. Holt. Beginning in the late 1970s, the town began hosting U.S. Air Force personnel assigned to Learmonth Solar Observatory, a defence science facility jointly operated with Australia's Ionospheric Prediction Service.
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Ningaloo Reef - Ningaloo Marine Park
Ningaloo Marine Park protects one of Australia’s most important tracts of reef - the Ningaloo Reef. It is one of the longest fringing reefs in the world and only one of two coral reefs in the world that have formed on the western side of a continent. The Ningaloo Marine park stretches from Bundegi Beach near Exmouth for 260 km along the West Coast to Amherst Point south of Coral Bay. The name 'Ningaloo' comes from the local Aboriginal people and means a 'promontory' or 'point' of high land jutting into the sea. In the southern hemisphere there are strong currents that push cold water up the west coast from the Antarctic, and warm water down the east coast from the equator. In Western Australia there is a phenomenon called the Leeuwin counter current that brings a stream of warm water down the West Australian coast. This change of temperature is the spark of life that allows coral reefs such as Ningaloo, Abrohlos and Rottnest reefs to grow and survive. The Ningaloo reef protects a lagoon that is on average only 2-4 m deep and is rich in marine life. It is unique because of this and its close proximity to the coast - in many areas it is only 5-10 m offshore allowing for easy access from the coast. Some 250 species of coral and 500 species of fish have been recorded in the Ningaloo Marine park. There are limitless snorkel sites along the Ningaloo coastline and a variety of ways to access them. You can experience the Ningaloo Reef from a dive boat, catamaran, coral viewing boat, sea kayak, from the air on a scenic flight, or by snorkelling from the beach. Ningaloo reef is not only a spectacular wonder of nature but also forms an important habitat for many amazing creatures. The Ningaloo Reef is one of only two areas in the world where Whalesharks regularly congregate in numbers that facilitate tours and human interaction. Not a lot is known about these gentle giants, however their regular appearance at Ningaloo reef is providing a great opportunity for research of the species. The Ningaloo Reef is also important in the life cycle of the marine turtle. From the seven species worldwide, Australia has six species that inhabit our waters. The Ningaloo Reef is home to three of these six species. The reef forms a feeding ground and habitat while the beaches of Ningaloo are important turtle rookeries. Humpback Whales and Manta rays also love to visit our area and can be seen seasonally in Exmouth, while in Coral Bay the Manta rays stay all year round. The Ningaloo Reef was declared a marine park in 1987 in order to protect this unique area and its inhabitants. The Ningaloo Marine park is made up of approximately 224 ooo hectares of State Government controlled waters and about 700km 2 of Commonwealth waters. Please remember to take only photographs and memories and leave only footprints in the sand.

Ningaloo Wildlife Calendar
Emus, Emus and more Emus (and the occasional Kangaroo). Year Round. These friendly natives are our very own welcoming committee to the area. It’s a regular occurrence to see them wandering the streets and walking through the town centre. They are WILD, so please show them respect, give them the right of way and DO NOT FEED THEM. Please note that wildlife such as kangaroos are prolific in numbers around dawn and after dusk.

Light and Heavy Game Fish. Year Round. Fishing is fantastic year round in Exmouth and Coral Bay. There are over 30 different Game fish species, with the Ningaloo region being recognized as the premier game fishing destination in Western Australia. Don’t miss Gamex, March each year.

Whalesharks. April to June/July Exmouth and Coral Bay provide an opportunity of a lifetime – to swim with the majestic Whaleshark. Whalesharks generally arrive just after the second coral spawning until the end of June or beginning of July. They congregate to the Ningaloo Reef to feed on microscopic creatures known as zooplankton, offering this unique opportunity to snorkel with the worlds biggest fish. Don’t miss the Whaleshark Festival in May.

Manta Rays. May to November Manta Rays can be seen year round at Coral Bay or generally between May to November in Exmouth. They migrate in huge schools and snorkellers and divers can use the opportunity to swim with these playful creatures

Humpback Whales. June to November The Humpback Whales visiting the Ningaloo Reef are the fifth largest of the great whales and can weigh up to 40 tonnes. You can watch them roll around, slapping their tails and fins. There are viewing points at Vlamingh Head Lighthouse, TownBeach and Bundegi Beach or you can take a closer look by joining one of the educational and fun tours or sunset cruises to see these magnificent creatures.

Reef Sharks. September to February Skeleton beach in CoralBay is a known Nursery area for Reef Sharks. Annually around this time, large numbers of Black Tip Reef Sharks can be found inhabiting the shallows. White Tip and Grey Reef Sharks can also be sighted within this area.

Turtles. November to February/March The turtle nesting season runs approximately from November to February. There are three known species of turtles on the Ningaloo Reef; the Green, Loggerhead and Hawksbill. A strict code of conduct applies. Please call into the Exmouth Visitor Centre or DEC to obtain a copy. DEC conduct Turtle Tours. Please contact the Exmouth Visitor Centre for more information.

Coral Spawning. March & April Coral Spawning is when the coral releases eggs and sperm into the surrounding ocean – a remarkable sight for divers and snorkelers. This occurs approximately 7-10 days after the full moon in March and April.

Black-footed Rock Wallaby. Year Round This unique Australian wallaby can be seen hidden within the sheer gorge walls at Yardie creek gorge within the Cape Range National Park. You can take a walk along the gorge edge or cruise up the creek for a different perspective.



Cape Range National Park
Situated on the west side of the North West Cape is Cape Range National Park, a spectacular place of rugged limestone ranges, breathtaking deep canyons and 50km of pristine beaches. The park covers some 50,581 hectares and its northern boundary is just 40km from Exmouth. Wildlife is abundant with a variety of birds, emus, euros and red kangaroos commonly sighted. Cape Range offers a variety of attractions and activities for visitors interested in the natural environment... In ancient times the range was isolated as an island as rising sea levels inundated lower lying areas. As a result of this geographic isolation there are some species of plants and animals that are endemic to the area, including the red centred variety of the Sturt Desert Pea. Surveys have recorded over 630 species of flowering plants on the peninsula of Cape Range National Park. This is a surprisingly high number for an arid limestone area. Over 700 caves are catalogued in the area and it is likely that many remain undiscovered. There are numerous gorges and sanctuary areas that provide a haven for wildlife and contain often rare and unusual flora. A beautiful array of wildflowers can be seen in late winter including Sturt Desert Peas and the beautiful Bird Flower.

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Mangrove Bay

This sanctuary zone area includes a bird hide which overlooks a lagoon area. A variety of birds roost in the lagoon at high tide and many feed on small fish and other marine life in the shallow waters. Closer inspection may reveal an Osprey or Brahminy Kite perched above surveying the coastline. During the summer months many migratory birds can be observed in the area. Milyering Visitor Centre Milyering, the National Park Visitor Centre is 52km from Exmouth. Here interpretive displays, audio-visual facilities and a library containing a wealth of information on the National and Marine Parks are on hand to help visitors appreciate the natural environment. National Park rangers are on site to assist with enquiries.

Mandu Mandu Gorge
A 3km walking trail allows access into this dry gorge. The trail starts from the end of the Mandu Mandu track and follows the northern ridge of the gorge, offering stunning panoramic views. The trail leads down into the creek bed from where you follow the base of the gorge back to the car park.

Yardie Creek
The sealed road from Exmouth through Cape Range National Park ends at Yardie Creek. Centuries of erosion have formed a spectacular multi-coloured gorge. Hidden within the safety of the gorge walls is a colony of black-footed rock wallabies. Yardie is the only gorge in the area with permanent water however this is salt water fed from the ocean. This interesting ecosystem has mangrove areas that provide roosting sites for many bird species while the sheltered waters are a sanctuary for many marine animals. The beginnings of the gorge are deep in the limestone range. These timid creatures seek shelter on ledges along the gorge walls resting during daylight hours, coming out to feed in the cool of the night. There is a relatively easy walking trail along the top of the northern wall of the gorge or you can join a boat cruise through its cool depths. DEC run a daily gorge tour called Yardie Creek Gorge Tours. The tour takes 1 hour and is a recommended tour to do. The times vary due to the tides and bookings can be made at the Exmouth Visitor Centre.

Camping in Cape Range National Park
There are in excess of 112 camping bays in the Cape Range National Park, most of which are accessible by conventional vehicle. These sites offer easy access to the coast for swimming, snorkelling, fishing and other activities. Caravans and larger vehicles are welcome, however there are few facilities - no power, showers or cooking facilities. Many of the sites have toilets and picnic tables but you must be fully self-sufficient. Note: no wood fires or pets are permitted in the National Park. Due to the arid nature of the country it is essential to bring your own water. There are 4 camping bays that can be booked only online at www.dec.wa.gov.au. The other camping bays cannot be booked and are a first come first served basis. If you will be arriving between Monday to Friday, you can check availability for the camping bays at the DEC office in Exmouth . On a Saturday & Sunday, visitors need to make their own way to the entrance to the park to check availability of the camping sites. There is a DEC employee ranger stationed at the park from 8am all year round and they will will know what camping sites have availability. For more information please contact the local DEC office on 9947 8000.

 

 

Geraldton Region

Geraldton
Discover WA’s stunning Batavia Coast Geraldton is nestled on WA’s (Western Australia’s) Batavia Coast, with the rolling hills of surrounding farmland and the Moresby Ranges creating a picturesque backdrop. Just 420 kilometres north of Perth, it’s a pleasant drive up the coast. Blessed with beautiful beaches and warm, sunny weather, Geraldton is one of WA’s water sports hotspots, particularly for yachting, windsurfing, surfing, diving and fishing. Geraldton is also a regional service centre. You will find everything you need here, from shopping, banking and accommodation to cultural, entertainment and sporting facilities. Geraldton attractions •Check out the Batavia Coast Marina. Stroll the boardwalk along the water’s edge, stop for a coffee or a meal and take in the art features that distinguish this stylish development •Gain a fascinating insight into WA’s lobster industry at Geraldton Fishermen’s Co-operative processing factory •Drop a line and enjoy an ocean sunset at Fisherman’s Wharf •Catch a break or two at Point Moore, St Georges Beach or Coronation Beach •Take a tour of the Geraldton Meteorological Office and discover how data is collated to create weather forecasts •Discover why consistent summer winds have earned WA’s city of Geraldton its title as Australia’s windsurfing capital. You can buy or hire all your windsurfing or kite surfing equipment in the city, or book a lesson with a local expert •Experience the excitement of the Sunshine Festival, held every October to celebrate the cultural diversity, local talent, music, art and culture of the region •Attend the Blessing of the Fleet, a lively local event held in October/November •Pay a visit to WA’s Abrolhos Islands, 70 kilometres west of Geraldton. The archipelago is populated with a group of 122 islands boasting a range of fishing, diving and environmental attractions.

Abrolhos Islands
The Abrolhos Islands and their surrounding coral reef communities form one of Western Australia's unique marine areas. The Abrolhos Islands lie about 60 kilometres west of Geraldton, on the Western Australian coast, and consist of 122 islands clustered into three main groups: the Wallabi Group, Easter Group and Pelsaert Group, which extend from north to south across 100 kilometres of ocean. Lying in the stream of Western Australia's warm, southward-flowing Leeuwin Current, the marine environment surrounding the Abrolhos is a meeting place for tropical and temperate sealife. Large breeding colonies of seabirds exist on many of the Abrolhos Islands, and depend for their food on schools of pelagic baitfish. More than 90 species of seabird have been identified. Smaller seabirds, in turn, provide food for white breasted sea eagles which occur in unusually large numbers throughout the Abrolhos Islands. The beautiful but treacherous reef-surrounded atolls have claimed many wrecks over the centuries. The most notable was the Batavia in 1629.

 

 

Carnarvon Region

Carnarvon region
A lush oasis on WA’s Coral Coast Known as the fruit bowl of Western Australia (WA), the Carnarvon region is a lush oasis lying to the south of the world famous Ningaloo Reef. Witness the dramatic spectacle of the blow holes and discover WA’s past at the fascinating Carnarvon Heritage Precinct. Enjoy superb fishing, surfing, windsurfing, kite surfing and swimming in the beautifully rugged surroundings of Quobba Station, Red Bluff and Gnaraloo. Or, why not head off into the rugged outback to climb the world’s largest monocline, Mount Augustus, and explore the Kennedy Range National Park.

 

 

Shark Bay region

Shark Bay region
Home to WA’s Monkey Mia dolphins and Shark Bay World Heritage Area A wonderland of world-class natural attractions, the region of Shark Bay in WA (Western Australia) is known as the Shark Bay World Heritage Area. Beyond white sandy beaches, rust-red sand dunes and WA’s famous Shell Beach, a truly amazing variety of marine life thrives in the clear turquoise waters of Shark Bay on Australia’s Coral Coast. Meet the friendly Monkey Mia dolphins. Marvel at the Hamelin Pool stromatolites. Or spot dugongs, turtles, dolphins, manta rays, humpback whales and southern right whales from the many coastal vantage points. Located approximately 830 kilometres north of Perth, you can take a two and a half hour flight to Monkey Mia airport, which is a 10 minute drive from the popular WA holiday destinations of Denham and Monkey Mia. Each provides a perfect base from which to explore the rugged beauty of Australia’s Shark Bay.

Shark Bay Marine Park
Shark Bay Marine Park on the Coral Coast of Western Australia is Australia's largest marine embayment at a size of 748,735 hectares and covering 1500 kilometres of coastline. It is home to a myriad of aquatic wildlife including dolphins, dugongs, manta rays and turtles and some 17 species of mammals, 98 species of reptiles and amphibians and more than 230 species of birds. Approximately one eighth of the world's dugong population calls the Shark Bay Marine Park home. Shark Bay Marine Park bay area boasts a dramatic and beautiful coastline, where rust red cliffs give way to pure white sandy beaches and the clear turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean. The bay area's shallows support a diverse ecology of coral, hyper saline communities, mangroves and sea grass meadows. In fact it has the largest area and largest number of sea grass species ever recorded in one place in the world.

Denham
Gateway to the wonders of WA’s Shark Bay Denham is ideally located for exploring WA’s (Western Australia’s) Shark Bay region, also known as the Shark Bay World Heritage Area. Just ten hours’ drive north of Perth, this friendly coastal town offers safe swimming beaches, restaurants, shops, an airport and plenty of accommodation. Self drive routes, cruises and tours from Denham will take you to some of Australia’s most amazing natural wonders, including WA’s famous Monkey Mia dolphins, Hamelin Pool stromatolites, Steep Point, Shell Beach and Francois Peron National Park. Search the list of Shark Bay tours to find local operators.

Monkey Mia
Meet Australia’s famous Monkey Mia dolphins Best known as the home of the Monkey Mia dolphins, WA’s (Western Australia’s) Monkey Mia Reserve is a must-see for families and nature lovers alike. It’s located on the eastern shore of Peron Peninsula, about 23 kilometres from the town of Denham in the Shark Bay World Heritage Area. The stars of Monkey Mia in WA Famous for their almost daily ritual of swimming to shore to interact with humans, the dolphins of WA’s Monkey Mia attract thousands of visitors to Australia’s Shark Bay region every year. As the bottlenose dolphins are wild, numbers and the exact time of their visit varies. However they usually visit the shore up to three times a day and more frequently in the mornings. Seven dolphins regularly visit the beach, with up to 20 others visiting occasionally, often sighted only three or four times a year. Protected by WA’s Department of Environment and Conservation (DEC), the dolphins are well looked after. You may get the opportunity to feed the dolphins under the supervision of a national park ranger, though this privilege is not guaranteed. Access to the reserve is subject to a DEC National Park fee. You can also learn more about these fascinating creatures of Australia’s Coral Coast and purchase souvenirs at the Dolphin Information Centre, the proceeds of which support WA’s Monkey Mia Appeal Trust. Other Monkey Mia attractions •Experience local marine life on a wildlife cruise •Get an Indigenous perspective on Shark Bay World Heritage Area on an authentic Indigenous tour •Take a camel trek along some of Australia’s most pristine beaches •Hire a kayak and explore Monkey Mia’s still waters •Join a four wheel drive tour of the Shark Bay region of WA Monkey Mia tours A range of tours are available, and many can be booked at the resort itself. From dolphin cruises and yacht charters to Indigenous cultural tours.

 

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Approx. Distances from Perth Approx. Distances from Perth
01. Darwin -4040
03. Wyndham -3229
12. Karijini NP - 1400
13. Ningaloo + Coral Bay - Perth-1200Km
14. Monkey Mia - 856
...... Monkey Mia/Shell Beach 100Km Long
...... Monkey Mia/Shark Bay
15. Kalbarri -533
16. Kalgoorlie -596
17. Perth -0
18. Margaret River -277
19. Albany -409
20. Esperance -721
21. Adelaide - Perth 2712
..... Melbourne - Perth -3438
Approx. Distances from Broome (unless stated) Approx. Distances from Broome (unless stated)
1. Darwin -1867Km
2. Katherine -314Km
3. Kununurra -1042Km
3. Kununurra - Darwin -850Km
3. Kununurra - Lake Arglye -79Km
3. Kununurra - NT Border -57Km
3. Kununurra to El Questro -162Km
0. (Gibb River Road 710Km Long)
3. Wyndham -1057Km
4. Mitchell Plateau - Broome - 880km
5. Bungle Bungles - Kununurra -299km
.... (In Purnululu National Park)
.... (Highway to park 53km)

6. Halls Creek -683Km
6. Halls Creek - Kununurra-370Km
7. Fitzroy Crossing -395Km - 7/8 is Tunnel Creek - 380Km
8. Derby -221Km
9. Broome -Cape Leveque - 217Km nth of Broome
10. Port Hedland -597Km
11. Alice Springs to WA Border -740km (Via Tanami Hwy)
12. Exmouth - 1394Km
12. Karijini NP – Broome or nearest main destination -1024km Broome <>Tom Price
13. Ningaloo + Coral Bay - 1110Km Sth Broome
17. Perth - Broome - 2227

Approx. Distances from Perth Approx. Distances from Perth
01. Darwin -4040
03. Wyndham -3229
12. Karijini NP - 1400
13. Ningaloo + Coral Bay - Perth-1200Km
14. Monkey Mia - 856
...... Monkey Mia/Shell Beach 100Km Long
...... Monkey Mia/Shark Bay
15. Kalbarri -533
16. Kalgoorlie -596
17. Perth -0
18. Margaret River -277
19. Albany -409
20. Esperance -721
21. Adelaide - Perth 2712
..... Melbourne - Perth -3438
Please note locations and distances on the map above are approximate locations and measurment of distances. Any maps featured in this website are not to scale and should be used as a guide only.

 

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