WESTERN A U S T R A L I A ’ S GOLDEN OUTBACK

Lucky Bay

Discover historic townships, spectacular desert wilderness, quirky outback charm, gold-rush history and the Southern Ocean’s perfect white beaches.

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• White beaches and pink lakes

Home to Australia’s whitest beach, Lucky Bay in Cape Le Grand National Park, just out of Esperance (Kepa Kurl), is so relaxing even the kangaroos sunbathe on the sand. For the full outdoor experience, follow the coastal walk trails or set up at some of Australia’s most picturesque campsites. Back in town, be wowed around every corner along the 40-kilometre GreatOcean Drive. Catching the eye of photographers around the world is the bright pink Lake Hillier on Middle Island — where you’ll witness astounding hues of bubblegum pink on a scenic flight by plane or helicopter.

• One of Australia’s largest outdoor galleries

The striking salt flats of Lake Ballard form the backdrop of Inside Australia, a truly unique installation of 51 life-sized steel statues by acclaimed sculptor Antony Gormley, inspired by residents of the nearby town of Menzies on Wongutha country.

• Outback station stays

Immerse yourself in the rural life and landscapes of WA, escape the daily hustle and experience country living on a working station or farm. Accommodation ranges from luxury rooms in grand station homesteads to rustic shearing quarters and camping facilities on huge cattle stations. Visit during wildflower season — from July to October — when the rugged outback plains burst into a kaleidoscope of colour.

• Wildflowers and wave walking

Wave Rock (Katter Kich), near Hyden on Ballardong country, is a remarkable 110 metre, multi-coloured granite cliff that resembles a huge wave about to crash into the bush. There’s also Hippo’s Yawn (which, you guessed it, resembles a hippo yawning), the Humps, and Mulka’s Cave with its collection of Aboriginal rock art. In spring, you’ll be surrounded by beautiful blankets of wildflowers in full bloom, with 60 per cent of the species unique to WA. 

• The unexpected

Golden Quest Discovery Trail

Journey along the Golden Quest Discovery Trail from Perth to Coolgardie and Laverton on Wongutha country to discover fascinating gold-rush history. Highlights include legendary country pubs, the fascinating Gwalia ghost town and Kalgoorlie’s (Karlkurla’s) famous Super Pit, one of the world’s largest open-cut mines. Experience a touching tribute to man’s best friend at the Corrigin Dog Cemetery, country quirkiness along the Tin Horse Highway — a collection of 70 equine artworks in and around Kulin, wheat silos adorned with giant, colourful murals, and the world’s longest golf course: the 1,365-kilometre Nullarbor Links.

*Source: Tourism Western Australia, info@westernaustralia.com
https://www.tourism.wa.gov.au/