Swimming with Whale Sharks at Ningaloo Reef
15 Amazing Wildlife Encounters in Western Australia
Okay, so we may be a little biased here, but we think Western Australia must be one of the best locations in the world for experiences with wild animals (and we’re including Africa in that statement). Visiting WA there are so many amazing animals on your doorstep and to see them is so easy for anyone visiting this spectacular place.…
Swim with wild dolphins – Western Australia
Who wouldn’t love to go swimming with dolphins, these beautiful and intelligent animals are very inquisitive and playful in the water and can offer fabulous interactions for snorkelers and divers. Unfortunately these qualities have been abused and exploited and it is also possible to “swim” with captive dolphins. Keeping animals in captivity is something we…
Swimming with sea turtles – Ningaloo Reef
You’ve seen Finding Nemo haven’t you? If you have I’m sure you’ll remember Nemo, the adorable little clown fish. But do you remember Crush? and Squirt? The chilled out sea turtles who help Nemo’s dad, Marlin. In the film the turtles are given laid-back ‘surfer’ personalities. And can I tell you a secret? This is exactly how they come across in…
Wine and white sand beaches – Margaret River
Margaret River is one of those destinations which you’ll want to return to over and over again. Not only because it offers some of the most spectacular beaches on earth, Margs is also home to a number of wonderful cave systems. Visit Mammoth cave and Lake cave for a spectacular subterranean experience What makes Margaret River famous though…
Top 10 things to do in Perth – Western Australia
Often overlooked in favour of the East Coast, Western Australia is a stunning travel destination. With Ningaloo Reef in the north where you can swim with whale sharks, manta rays and humpback whales. And Margaret River to the south where you can enjoy world famous wineries, learn to surf and even get in the ocean…
Swimming with whale sharks – Ningaloo Reef
Swimming with whale sharks in the Ningaloo Reef Marine Park…
Meet a quokka on Rottnest Island
Truly one of our favourite places on earth, Rottnest island or “Rotto” to locals is a mix of white sand beaches, hidden coves and fantastic snorkeling. On its own it would be paradise but for many the highlight of Rottnest is the opportunity to meet the adorable little marsupial, the quokka. The quokka is a…
Meet the wildlife on Penguin Island, Western Australia
Penguin island, 45 minutes south of Perth, is a fantastic destination for anyone on a Bucket List trip to Western Australia. As well as having beautiful beaches and great snorkeling spots, the island is home to around 1200 little penguins. Little penguins (otherwise known as fairy penguins or blue penguins) are actually the smallest species…
Go surfing in Margaret River and walk the Cape to Cape Track
The Margaret River region, 3 hours south of Perth, is an amazing place. Aim to arrive for the Margaret River Pro Surfing competition and you can watch all the greats show you how it’s done before you get in the waves yourself. If you’d prefer to keep your feet dry then you can trek the famous Cape to…