Western Australia

Fly out to Perth on the remote west coast of Western Australia. The capital is a pleasant city of big parks and nearly two million residents. Take a cruise on the Swan River through wine country to the quirky old-timey beach town of Fremantle. If you’re looking to combine your watersports with the best collection of 19th century architecture in the hemisphere, Fremantle is the place.

90 minutes from Perth is the Margaret River valley, home to a fabulous array of vineyards and wineries.

To the north is a long stretch of golden outback. In the winter and early spring, the desert blooms, briefly turning the dirt into an awe-inspiring expanse of wildflowers.

Beyond lays Ningaloo Reef, a giant coral wonderland just a few awkward flipper steps from the sandy shore. Swim alongside massive whale sharks, bottle-nosed dolphins, dugongs (beluga whales) and sea turtles. Or hop aboard a boat to spot humpback whales.

Further north lays Broome where the desert meets the ocean and out on Cable Beach, a long stretch of white sand looks north toward Indonesia. Ride a camel along the beach at sunset here. Inland, catch a scenic flight over the unusual Bungle Bungle mountain range. Stunning red gorges, high-drop waterfalls, and if you voyage in, you’ll find delightful swimming holes.

Western Australia – Top Activities

  • Take a tour with an aboriginal guide in Kings Park
  • Swim with whale sharks on Ningaloo Reef
  • Take a scenic flight over the Bungle Bungles
  • Savor the wines of Margaret River

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Sample Vacations

16 days

Ultimate Outback Luxury: Remote Adventure Package

Venture to remote outback wilderness where few tourists go, without sacrificing creature comforts. Cruise through pristine wetlands on an airboat, heli to the top of Kimberley waterfalls, blaze new trails in El Questro, and more!

14 days

Australian Luxury Vacation: Reef to Reef Adventure

Discover Australia’s most magnificent natural attractions in 5-star luxury. Begin your journey on a private island where you can explore the Great Barrier Reef with no one else in sight. Jet over to Ningaloo Reef to swim with the whale sharks, then indulge in an epic food and wine adventure in Margaret River.

14 days

Escorted Australia Vacation Packages: Outback Culture Tour

Travel by private aircraft to some of the remote regions of outback Australia. See the Mary River Wetlands teeming with wildlife, meet the locals on the remote Tiwi Islands, explore a half-million-acre cattle ranch, fly over breathtaking Kimberley waterfalls, and much more.

19 days

Custom-Built Australia and New Zealand Fishing Vacation

Plan your custom fishing vacation in Australia and New Zealand! Discover one-of-a-kind fishing adventures, from catching barramundi in the outback to fly fishing for trout in New Zealand’s remote glacial streams.

19 days

Australia Less Traveled

Go off the beaten tourist track and discover remote, authentic Australia experiences. See highlights like the Great Ocean Road and the outback with a touch of exclusive luxury.

16 days

Australia Vacation Package: The Road Less Traveled

Get an Australia Vacation Package like no other. Visit Western Australia’s hidden gems: Perth, Margaret River, Broome, and the vibrant Coral Atolls.

9 days

Australian Vacations: Best of Western Australia

Go off the beaten path in Western Australia and soak up the relaxed Aussie lifestyle. Explore the vibrant city of Perth with its beautiful beaches, discover the flavors of Margaret River wine country, and swim with majestic whale sharks—the gentle giants of the ocean—in Ningaloo Reef.

13 days

Australia Family Vacation: Best of Perth and Australia Beaches

Snorkel in the Great Barrier Reef, discover Perth and lovely Rottnest Island, explore trendy Melbourne, and see Sydney like a local. Get all the highlights on this Australia Family Vacation package!

11 days

Best of Australia: Western Australia and South Australia Vacation

Discover unique flavors and hidden gems in Western Australia and South Australia. This vacation features beautiful beaches, delicious food and wine, and up-close wildlife encounters!

14 days

Australian Honeymoon: Sydney, Reef, and Whale Sharks

This is the ultimate vacation for scuba divers and ocean lovers! Enjoy 3 days of diving in the Great Barrier Reef, surfing in Sydney, swimming with whale sharks in Ningaloo Reef, and more.