Go Exmouth

Exmouth is the gateway to Cape Range National Park and Ningaloo Reef. Ningaloo Reef stretches 260km along the Western Australian coast. This thereby makes it one of the longest fringing coral reef systems in the world. In contrast to its east coast counterpart (The Great Barrier Reef) Ningaloo Reef is much less developed for tourism, in turn rendering it far less crowded.

Exmouth is situated directly on the coast and it offers a huge variety of water based activities. By the time you leave you will be sun kissed and well spoiled after hours of surfing, scuba diving, snorkeling, boating, or just relaxing on the beach. Exmouth is where you can get on a whale shark tour from April through to July, with numerous local operators offering the option.

There are also opportunities to see humpback and southern rights cavorting in Exmouth Gulf with their calves or migrating along the coast.

When it comes to accommodation Exmouth has several hostels and caravan parks. These are nicely complemented by a selection of restaurants, shops, cafes, and two pubs plus the nightclub Bamboo Bar, which is located at the Pot Shot Hotel.

After you get bored with the beach and have done your fair share of partying in town head on over to Cape Range National Park just a short drive away. At Cape Range National Park you will find spectacular rocky gorges, carved out by ancient rivers, and rugged natural scenery. Book a boat trip along Yardie Creek and look out for wallabies, euro kangaroos, and birds of prey.

Great surf breaks can also be found in the region. Rays and dolphins have been known to join surfers as they ride the waves. A popular reef break just off-shore is located by the Vlamingh Lighthouse which is situated right before the Mildura Wreck on the Mildura Wreck Road. See www.exmouthwa.com.au