Western Australia Expert
This is where I share the top activities and attractions across WA. I cover beaches, wildlife, walks, tours and simple ways to make the most of your time, whether it’s a weekend escape or a long holiday.
Kalbarri Skywalk consists of two cantilevered steel structures on the cliff top in Kalbarri National Park, Western Australia. The walkway was completed in 2020 and offers stunning views of the Murchison River Gorge and surrounding landscape. The Skywalk is an amazing feat of engineering with two platforms extending out 25m and 17m over the gorge…
Busselton jetty runs over the protected waters of Geographe Bay and is the longest timber-piled jetty in the southern hemisphere at 1841m long. It’s a popular place for weddings, diving, and swimming. For example, the Busselton Jetty Swim (an internationally recognised event) attracts 3,000 competitors. As we live in Perth, we visit Busselton regularly, and…
The name says it all. Jewel Cave is the largest show cave in Western Australia and my personal favourite in Australia’s South West region. This cave is a popular tourist attraction and has become famous for its incredible and beautiful formations. The only way to see this spectacular underground masterpiece is on a fully-guided one…
What better way to spend a day than visiting Perth Zoo? It is home to more than 1200 native and exotic animals, including some of Australia’s most endangered species. The zoo also has educational programs perfect for school groups or families, so there’s something for all ages. As a local Perth family, we visited the…
Porongurup National Park, a protected area in Western Australia’s South West, is home to some of the most beautiful landscapes on earth. The heritage-listed park features many natural attractions and offers an array of hiking trails for visitors to explore this amazing landscape. At over 1 billion years old, the Porongurup Range is one of…
Stirling Range National Park encompasses the only major mountain range within the southern half of Western Australia. The rugged peaks, which rise to more than 1000m above sea level, feature stark cliff faces, sheltered gullies, magnificent views, and a rich diversity of unique and colourful wildflowers. The park is one of the world’s most important…
Hi fellow adventurers! If you’ve been following my blog, you know that I have a passion for exploring our stunning state. Today, I’m exploring the Pinnacles Desert in Nambung National Park. This is one of the most popular day trips from Perth. So, why am I the go-to authority on this incredible locale? First and…
Serpentine Falls, in Serpentine National Park, is one of Perth’s best waterfalls. The park is stunning, with ancient landforms, woodlands, and the Serpentine River valley gorge crossing through it. The popular waterfall cascades over a huge granite rock face, falling 15 metres into the pool below. Living in Perth, I visit this waterfall regularly and enjoy…