Western Australia Expert
If you’re looking for warm beaches, incredible wildlife and some of Western Australia’s most spectacular coastal scenery, this is the itinerary I’d choose. Over 14 days, you’ll travel north from Perth through Cervantes, Kalbarri, Shark Bay, Coral Bay and Exmouth, experiencing many of the highlights of Australia’s Coral Coast along the way. This is a…
If you have 10 days to travel from Perth to Esperance, I recommend taking the scenic route through Margaret River, the Southern Forests, Denmark and Albany rather than driving directly there. This is one of my favourite ways to experience southern Western Australia because the scenery changes constantly. You’ll go from Margaret River’s wineries and…
If you have two weeks in Western Australia, you can see a lot more of the state without turning your holiday into a race from one destination to another. For this itinerary, I recommend heading south from Perth through Margaret River, Pemberton, Denmark and Albany before continuing to Esperance. It’s a fantastic introduction to southern…
If you have 10 days in Western Australia, you have enough time to see much more than Perth without spending your entire holiday driving. For a first visit, I recommend combining Perth with the South West. You’ll experience city life, beautiful beaches, Rottnest Island, Margaret River’s wineries and coastline, the towering forests around Pemberton and…
If you have one week in Western Australia, the hardest part is deciding what not to include. WA is enormous, and one of the biggest mistakes I see first-time visitors make is trying to squeeze Perth, Margaret River, Esperance and the Coral Coast into the same short trip. You can technically cover a lot of…
How To Get To Bridgetown & Distance from Perth Bridgetown is in Western Australia’s South West, about 270 km south of Perth. International and domestic visitors will fly into Perth Airport. 👉 Compare Car Hire Prices in Western Australia Bridgetown is a 3-hour drive along State Route 2, then National Route 1. Once off the main highway,…
We have only visited Bridgetown en route to Pemberton or on a day trip from Ballingup. Therefore, I can’t recommend any accommodation that we have stayed in. However, as a planner, I have researched where we would stay when revisiting Bridgetown. Camping Bridgetown Caravan Park is a family-owned park on the banks of the Blackwood…
The Coral Coast is one of Western Australia’s most spectacular regions — but timing your visit matters. Stretching from Kalbarri and Shark Bay to Coral Bay and Exmouth, the Coral Coast experiences big seasonal differences in weather, marine life, crowds, and road conditions. Choosing the right time can mean calm snorkelling conditions and comfortable temperatures…
If you don’t have time for the full road trip, these are the must-see Coral Coast stops, ranked by impact. ⭐ Top Coral Coast Stops Coral Coast Road Trip Map Coral Coast route:Perth → Cervantes → Geraldton → Kalbarri → Shark Bay → Coral Bay → Exmouth Kalbarri National Park Best for: gorges, coastal cliffs,…
Kalbarri is one of Western Australia’s most underrated destinations — combining dramatic coastal cliffs, river gorges, easy hiking, and spectacular sunsets in a compact, accessible town. Located on the Coral Coast, Kalbarri works just as well for: This Kalbarri travel guide covers when to go, what to do, where to stay, and how to plan…
Ningaloo Reef is one of the only places in the world where the reef meets the shore — but some of the best experiences still require a tour. Best Ningaloo Reef tours include: 🐋 Best Whale Shark Tour (TOP PICK) Best for: Bucket-list travellers Includes: 👉 Compare Whale Shark Tours in Exmouth 🤿 Best Snorkelling…
Choosing where to stay in Exmouth matters more than most travellers realise. Accommodation is limited, prices fluctuate wildly by season, and the wrong location can mean long drives, missed tours, or paying luxury prices for very average rooms. This guide breaks down where to stay in Exmouth by travel style, from beachfront resorts to budget-friendly…