Say g’day to the biggest fringing reef on the planet, extending for nearly 300 km along Western Australia’s coast. Here, you can swim to the reef directly from the beach, such as at Turquoise Bay, which gives you the ultimate sense of freedom and means you don’t have to splurge on a boat tour.
However, you might want to open your wallet for a cruise anyway, as tour companies can take you out to the world’s largest fish — the whale shark — during its annual migration. Humpback whales, manta rays and turtles are other animals that can be encountered in these waters, depending on the season.
With so much to offer underwater, the Ningaloo Coast is a world-class destination — but without the crowds, thanks to its isolated location (over 1,000 km north of Perth). Above water, Yardie Creek in Cape Range National Park rounds out the experience beautifully.
A reef experience doesn't have to involve a boat ride: Just ask Western Australia's Ningaloo Reef. Full of thriving corals and tropical fish, as well as frequented by…
Get a taste of the Ningaloo Reef's overwhelmingly diverse marine life at Bill's Bay in the quaint town of Coral Bay. You couldn't ask for a handier introduction.…
An enchantingly rust-coloured limestone gorge filled with water breaks off the snorkeling sites in Cape Range National Park. Embark on a Yardie Creek adventure to see another side…
Discover the perfect blue at Turquoise Bay, the star attraction of the Ningaloo Reef. It's brilliant both above and under water. Your experience You'll be dazzled by the…
The best time to visit the Ningaloo Reef is between April and October, characterised by warm but not scorching temperatures. Whale sharks and humpback whales agree; this also…
Your two main options for lodging on the Ningaloo Coast are the tiny Coral Bay, directly on the reef, and Exmouth, putting you a drive away. Each of…