Exmouth, Australia

More about Exmouth, Australia Points of Interest

• Ningaloo Reef -

  The Ningaloo Coast is a World Heritage Site located in the north west coastal region of Western Australia. The 705,015-hectare heritage-listed area is located approximately 1,200 kilometres north of Perth, along the East Indian Ocean. The distinctive Ningaloo Reef that fringes the Ningaloo Coast is 260 kilometres long and is Australia's largest fringing coral reef and the only large reef positioned very close to a landmass. The Muiron Islands and Cape Farquhar are within this coastal zone.

• Snorkelling -

  UNESCO-listed Ningaloo Reef and is renowned for its vibrant coral reefs and exotic marine life.

• Whale Shark Swim -

  Swimming with whale sharks at Ningaloo Reef is the experience of a lifetime, and a must-do when you're visiting the region. Ningaloo Reef is the world's largest fringing reef.
  Being in the water with the world's biggest fish is exhilarating and serene all at the same time. It's simultaneously awesome and humbling. You'll feel dwarfed by their massive size, but whale sharks are filter feeders and their curiosity around people has nothing to do with food. Whale sharks' diets typically consist of plankton, copepods, krill and fish eggs.

• Sea Kayaking -

  Sea kayaking, where you could be paddling and snorkelling in the pristine, turquoise lagoons of the Ningaloo Reef. Choose from our half day sea kayak and snorkel Turtle Tour; or full day sea kayak and snorkel Lagoon Explorer tour, visiting some beautiful reef locations.

• Yardie Creek Gorge -

  Yardie Creek Yardie Creek is a highlight of Cape Range National Park, and a must-see on any visit to Exmouth. Located on the western side of the National Park, winding its way through the ancient landscape to meet Ningaloo Reef, the gorge has deep blue water, red limestone cliff faces and an array of birdlife and wildlife.

• Turtle Bay -

  Turtle Bay area of northern Dirk Hartog Island in the Shark Bay World Heritage Area, the Ningaloo Coast World Heritage Area, and the Muiron Islands off Exmouth.

• Charles Knife Gorge -

  Charles Knife Road in Cape Range National Park leads you up to the top of the spectacular ranges offering awesome views back into the Charles Knife Canyon, the gorges and Exmouth Gulf.