Exmouth
Australia · Western Australia · 5 m
Description
Exmouth is a remote coastal town on the northwest coast of Western Australia and the gateway to the spectacular Ningaloo Coast, home to Ningaloo Reef and Cape Range National Park. The town is known for its unique combination of red desert landscapes, turquoise waters, abundant marine life, and some of Australia’s most remarkable nature experiences. Visitors can snorkel straight from the beach at famous Turquoise Bay, encounter whale sharks, manta rays, and sea turtles, or explore the rugged gorges of Cape Range National Park. Exmouth combines pristine wilderness with extraordinary marine landscapes and is considered one of the most fascinating nature and adventure destinations on Australia’s west coast.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 3 to 6 days (optimal 4 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: June – August
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- Dec
Highlights
- Whale Shark Swimming (March - August)
- Ningaloo Coast (UNESCO)
- Turquoise Bay & Drift Snorkelling
- Cape Range National Park
- Ningaloo Reef Snorkelling
- Humpback Whale Swimming (August - October)
- Humpback Whale Watching (June - November)
- Manta Ray Swimming & Snorkelling
- Yardie Creek Gorge & Boat Tour
- Navy Pier Dive
- Lighthouse Bay
- Vlamingh Head Lighthouse & Sunset
- Charles Knife Canyon
- Charles Knife Canyon Drive
- Shothole Canyon
- Mandu Mandu Gorge
- Oyster Stacks Snorkelling
- Lakeside Snorkelling
- Jurabi Turtle Centre & Turtle Watching (November - March)
- Ningaloo Reef Scuba Diving
- Cape Range Wildlife
Getting there
- Airports:
- LEA