Perth is Western Australia’s star attraction. Hailed as the country’s ‘sunniest' capital – and blessed by the lapping waters of the Swan River as well as miles of coastline – it attracts foodies, fashionistas and fun lovers alike. Visit Kings Park and Botanic Garden; the city’s splendid cultural precinct where you’ll find art galleries, the Western Australian Museum, and the State Ballet and Opera; head down to the beach to swim with dolphins; saunter down the King Street precinct for a taste of Gucci, Louis Vuitton and company; and if you’re into anything vintage, visit Guildford for some retro retail therapy.
The 22-long stretch of glorious, soft white sand at Cable Beach is lapped by the crystalline, turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, making it the perfect place for a swim. Set just an eight-minute drive from Broome, which can be reached with direct flights from Perth, Melbourne and Sydney all year round, the beach and accompanying town provide spectacular bright red sunsets, gorgeous nature trails along the coast, and a long list of watersports (try your hand at kayaking, surfing, and more). The shore is known for being relatively quiet even in the peak season (May to October). Cable Beach lies within the lush Minyirr Park, home to the oldest culture in the world, the Rubibi people. Learn about their incredible song cycles, bush medicines, and the Dreamtime stories connected to this place at local museums and through guided tours and interactive experiences.
Resting in the rugged Kimberley region of Western Australia, about 110 kilometres west of Kununurra, El Questro Wilderness Park is a working cattle station offering visitors the chance to explore almost a million acres of untamed Australian outback. This impressive expanse of wilderness is characterised by dramatic cliffs, mighty river systems, swimming holes, thermal springs, and deep gorges, many of which feature lush pockets of tropical rainforest and spectacular waterfalls. Discover this vast, ancient land in a variety of ways, from scenic flights to adventurous walks, exhilarating four-wheel-drive tours or relaxing cruises along its waterways. Visitors can look forward to spotting a variety of flora and fauna including fresh water crocodiles and over 100 species of bird.
Darwin is a tropical seaport in the Northern Territory of Australia that serves as a convenient access point to Katherine Gorge, Kakadu National Park and Litchfield National Park. The city is a melting pot of different cultures, with more than 50 nationalities represented here. With a strong Asian influence you can expect a kaleidoscope of cuisines and cultural influences that include Thai, Sri Lankan, Japanese, Indian, Chinese and Malaysian. Darwin's city centre buzzes with a lively tourist vibe, while unique museums celebrate the city's past and galleries showcase the region's rich indigenous art. Sail to the intriguing Tiwi Islands, take a jetboat ride or go fishing in a tinny – the local version of a small boat.
