Best Things To Do In Western Australia

As the biggest state in Australia, Western Australia (WA) is home to some of the most amazing and diverse spots in the country. With world-class wineries, vibrant forests of the south, rocky gorges, waterfalls in the north, gold mines, ghost towns and eye-catching beaches, it’s no surprise that residents and visitors alike fall in love with this vibrant and magnificent region. Here are just a handful of the reasons why Culture Trip loves it so much.

1. Dive with whale sharks on Ningaloo Reef, Exmouth

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Ningaloo Reef is one of WA’s most popular locations, and with good reason. It’s home to whale sharks, manta rays, sea turtles, dolphins and occasional humpback whales. Head to Exmouth and go on a diving or snorkelling trip for an unforgettable opportunity to get up close and personal with these majestic creatures.

2. Check out the Pilbara

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Moonrise over the Pilbara, Western Australia.

From Exmouth to Broome, Millstream Chichester, Karijini and the Dampier Peninsula, the Pilbara is one of WA’s most impressive regions. Worthy of a few weeks – or even a full month – of exploring, you can see everything from 40,000-year-old Aboriginal rock art in the Outback and waterfalls cascading down ancient gorges to secluded tropical islands surrounded by mangroves and the Staircase to the Moon in Broome. How you get around is up to you – whether by car, RV or even former postal service bikes.

3. Visit the southwest

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If you can only do one thing while you’re in WA, then heading down south – or douth as the residents call it – for a few days tops the list. You can visit wineries in Margaret River, marvel at ancient caves full of crystals and tranquil lakes on the aptly named Caves Road, swim with stingrays at Hamelin Bay, relax in the natural Injidup Spa and catch some waves at Yallingup – all just a few hours’ drive from Perth.

5. Swim at Elephant Rocks and Greens Pool

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It’s next to impossible to choose just one amazing coastal area when they’re all pretty spectacular. However, Elephant Rocks and Greens Pool in William Bay National Park are up there with the best. Close to the town of Denmark and the giant tingle trees of Walpole, these beaches have become increasingly popular in recent years. Get here early to have them all to yourself.

6. Drive along the Public Silo Trail

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Silo Art Trail mural, painted by Russian artist Julia Volchkova. It depicts local youth. In Rupanyup, Victoria, Australia.

For something completely different, check out WA’s Public Silo Trail, an Australian phenomenon which began in 2015. Towering across rural towns, from Northam and Merredin to Ravensthorpe and Albany, these huge art pieces are more than just pretty to look at. They’ve also helped rejuvenate struggling communities, provided a much-needed tourism boost to regional areas and given adventurers and road-trippers an excuse to get off the beaten track and go exploring. To save money on hotels, you can hire a state-of-the-art RV in Perth before you set off.

Since you are here, we would like to share our vision for the future of travel - and the direction Culture Trip is moving in.

Culture Trip launched in 2011 with a simple yet passionate mission: to inspire people to go beyond their boundaries and experience what makes a place, its people and its culture special and meaningful — and this is still in our DNA today. We are proud that, for more than a decade, millions like you have trusted our award-winning recommendations by people who deeply understand what makes certain places and communities so special.

Increasingly we believe the world needs more meaningful, real-life connections between curious travellers keen to explore the world in a more responsible way. That is why we have intensively curated a collection of premium small-group trips as an invitation to meet and connect with new, like-minded people for once-in-a-lifetime experiences in three categories: Culture Trips, Rail Trips and Private Trips. Our Trips are suitable for both solo travelers, couples and friends who want to explore the world together.

Culture Trips are deeply immersive 5 to 16 days itineraries, that combine authentic local experiences, exciting activities and 4-5* accommodation to look forward to at the end of each day. Our Rail Trips are our most planet-friendly itineraries that invite you to take the scenic route, relax whilst getting under the skin of a destination. Our Private Trips are fully tailored itineraries, curated by our Travel Experts specifically for you, your friends or your family.

We know that many of you worry about the environmental impact of travel and are looking for ways of expanding horizons in ways that do minimal harm - and may even bring benefits. We are committed to go as far as possible in curating our trips with care for the planet. That is why all of our trips are flightless in destination, fully carbon offset - and we have ambitious plans to be net zero in the very near future.