Wednesday, 7 May 2025

New Horizons in the West: Western Australia’s Latest Tours, Stays and Cultural Adventures

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Explore ancient stories and sacred places with Coral Expeditions

Western Australia’s Kimberley region is now even richer in meaning and connection, thanks to new cultural experiences offered by Coral Expeditions in its 2025 season. The cruise line, known for intimate explorations of remote wilderness, has added visits with Murajuga Rangers on the Dampier Archipelago. Guests will discover ancient rock art, traditional fish traps, and deep cultural knowledge on over 50 planned Kimberley voyages this year. These new additions complement existing partnerships with the Wunambal Gaambera people in Ngula and Vansittart Bay.

Reconnect with nature on immersive wellness journeys

Down Under Discoveries is redefining wellness travel in Western Australia with a series of immersive, nature-based experiences. Their new South West Explorer tour is a multi-day journey that blends mindful hiking on iconic trails like the Bibbulmun Track and the Cape to Cape with paddling adventures on the Donnelly River. Other offerings include a Waterfalls & Wildflower Immersion in the Darling Range and the Seascapes coastal experience in Mandurah. Each guided tour nurtures body and spirit, offering a gentle path to rest and rejuvenation.

Luxury escapes await in the heart of wine country

Three new properties have been added to the Private Properties luxury accommodation collection in the Margaret River Region. Cooinda, named after the Dharawal word for 'happy place', offers sweeping views from Yallingup Hill, five bedrooms and a plunge pool. Nearby, Ocean View invites relaxed gatherings with its open-plan design, outdoor shower and alfresco dining. Millbrook Farmhouse delivers countryside charm with bushland serenity, a firepit, and beautifully appointed interiors. Each home provides a stylish base for exploring the region’s coastline, vineyards and gourmet trails.

Adrenaline meets the ocean at Hillarys Boat Harbour

Ultimate Watersports has launched at Hillarys Boat Harbour, bringing high-octane water activities to Perth’s northern coast. Visitors can jet ski solo or on guided tours, take to the skies with a Flyboard X hydroflight, or glide silently across the water on an electric foil board. Paddleboarding, kayaking, and fishing jet skis round out the adventure menu. This exciting expansion joins the company’s other WA locations in Broome, Exmouth, Geraldton and Perth.

Drift into serenity aboard a Kimberley houseboat

Kimberley Spirit Houseboat
Kimberley Spirit Tours has introduced Nyawoorn, a luxury houseboat designed for immersive journeys along the region’s remote waterways. Named from the Kija language, Nyawoorn offers private hosted trips from Kununurra to Lake Argyle, catered events, or the option to stay aboard as a ‘floatel’. Each journey is rich in natural beauty, complete with gourmet meals and exploration by kayak or tender through creeks, waterfalls and wetlands.

Stars shine brighter in Exmouth’s dark sky haven

Exmouth has solidified its reputation as a stargazer’s paradise with the arrival of Ningaloo Stars. This guided astro-tourism experience, set against the backdrop of Cape Range National Park and the Ningaloo Coast, is designed to be inclusive and environmentally sensitive. Expert guides lead tours under pristine night skies, offering breathtaking views of the Milky Way, Southern Cross, and seasonal constellations. Tours cater to all ages and are perfect for those seeking wonder and quiet reflection.

Cultural discovery comes alive with Djoona in Perth

Djoona has launched a series of meaningful cultural tours across the Perth region, blending ancient storytelling with immersive activities. Guests can explore the city by kayak, cycle along the Swan River, or take in sacred sites via bus tours. Led by Noongar guides, these tours offer insight into the deep cultural history of the area, connecting visitors to Country in respectful and unforgettable ways.

Walk with the winds of the southwest with Goolamwiin

Mandurah-based Goolamwiin invites guests to slow down and learn on Country with a variety of Aboriginal cultural experiences. Their Mangala Tour explores Seascapes Beach with a focus on local storytelling, while the half-day Day Tour includes a traditional campfire tea, games and dance. Each experience offers a deeper connection to place and people, wrapped in the gentle breeze of Mandurah’s coastal landscapes.

Explore the rugged Kennedy Ranges with Proudback

Adventure seekers now have even more reason to join Proudback’s off-road tours. Both their 11-night Adventurer and 12-night Explorer itineraries now include the Kennedy Range National Park loop. Travellers will experience towering cliffs, ancient plateaus and sweeping red desert views. Proudback offers expert-led, catered tours complete with 4WD training and nights under the stars in comfy swags, ideal for those chasing Western Australia’s wilder side.

A healing journey through Purnululu with Kingfisher and Garingbaar

Two Indigenous women-led ventures, Kingfisher Tours and Garingbaar Bush Botanicals, have joined forces to offer a unique cultural and wellness experience in Purnululu National Park. Visitors will walk with Gija custodian Bec Sampi to discover Dreamtime stories, bush medicine and the healing power of Country. The partnership honours connection to land through storytelling and handcrafted products made with native botanicals.

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