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Extraordinary regional experiences away from Perth

Perth makes for a perfect base for exploring Western Australia, as there are plenty of destinations which offer extraordinary experiences within easy reach.

Here are some short trips that you can take from Perth, ones that you will never forget :

Pinnacles Desert

Pinnacles Desert

Pinnacles Desert (2 hours drive from Perth)

Located in the heart of the Nambung National Park, the Pinnacles Desert is considered one of Australia’s most unique landscapes, featuring thousands of limestone spires up to five metres tall. Explore the desert on the designated four-kilometre driving trail or stroll through them at your leisure on the 1.2-kilometre walking trail. Learn more about the Nambung National Park’s fascinating geology, flora and fauna at the Pinnacles Desert Discovery Centre.

The Lobster Shack (2 hours drive from Perth)
A stroll past the jetties in Cervantes will take you to the Indian Ocean Rock Lobster Factory, where you can take a Lobster Shack tour and learn how the prized Western Rock Lobster is processed and exported around the world. Be sure to pick up some delicious seafood to take away or enjoy in the picnic area outside. The Lobster Shack is also now offering visitors a half-day boat tour, departing at 8.30am from the Lobster Shack jetty (seasonal). Passengers will experience the real life adventures of a lobster fisherman and can opt to select a lobster from the day’s catch, which can be taken back to the Lobster Shack and cooked for lunch. The 68-foot vessel, Shack Attack, also operates fishing charters and seasonal whale watching expeditions.  (For more: lobstershack.com.au)

Coral Spawning Tours in Exmouth or Coral Bay (2.5 hour flight from Perth)
The pristine waters of Ningaloo Reef transform into colourful clouds each year during the Coral Spawning season. Catch this nightly amazing natural phenomenon which happens between seven and 10 days after the full moon in March and April.

The annual coral spawning cycle is an incredible sight which is part of the regeneration of Ningaloo Reef. The coral spawn is also a major factor in the arrival of the world’s biggest fish, the whale-shark. Krill and plankton are drawn to the reef by the coral spawn, which are then in turn eaten by whale-sharks which arrive each year to feed. www.exmouthwa.com.au

Swim with whale sharks (2.5 hour flight from Perth)
Whale sharks visit the Ningaloo Reef between March and July annually following the mass spawning of coral. Ningaloo is considered one of the most reliable and easily accessible places on Earth to swim with whale sharks that grow up to 18 metres in length. Swim with whale sharks, snorkel with manta rays or go scuba diving with new Exmouth boat operator Ocean Eco Adventures. Live aboard for a couple of nights and really experience sea life at Ningaloo Reef. Ocean Eco Adventures run adventure tours from April to October each year from Coral Bay and Exmouth. During the summer months (November to February), the company offers Humpback whale, seal and dolphin tours from Margaret River. (For more: www.oceanecoadventures.com.au)

Ningaloo Reef

Swim with whale sharks at the Ningaloo Reef.

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Animal lovers get to hand-feed red kangaroos at the Caversham Wildlife Park in Swan Valley, Perth

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Top 10 Perth city experiences

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Top 10 Perth city experiences

So you’re in Perth, Australia and you’ve just figured out that this vibrant, energetic city has plenty to offer. But you’re wondering where to start.

Well, wonder no longer; here is a list of the top 10 city experiences:

1) Discover charming hidden laneway-bars, and eat, drink and explore!
There’s a selection for all tastes as new watering holes continue to open around the city, each with a unique offering. Join the hip crowds in bars down Howard Lane, Wolfe Lane and Queen Street.

Perth - Kings Park Festival

Kings Park Festival. © Christian Sprogoe Photography

2) Spend a lazy afternoon in Kings Park Botanic Garden.
Stretch your legs and walk from the city or hop on the city-sites tram. One of the largest inner city parks in the world, the views from Kings Park over-looking the Swan River and city skyline are superb. Pack a picnic, see a movie at the open air cinema during summer, or marvel at the colour of native wildflowers as they bloom in the spring. (For more:  www.bgpa.wa.gov.au)

3) Be entertained by a full line-up of music, sport, food, theatre and cultural events.
Check out the Hyundai Hopman Cup (January), Perth International Arts Festival (February), Sculpture by the Sea (March), Perth Fashion Festival (September), or Perth International (October) plus many more throughout the year. (For more:  www.westernaustralia.com/sg/Things_to_See_and_Do/Events/Pages/events.aspx)

4) Check-out Perth’s inner city precincts.
Easily accessible from the city, the high streets of Leederville, Mount Lawley, Subiaco, Mount Hawthorn, South Perth, and Victoria Park all present their own unique flavour of restaurants, bars, and boutique shopping.

5) Visit the World’s oldest gold mint.
The Perth Mint is still operating from its original premises and is home to the World’s greatest collection of investment gold bars and Australia’s largest gold nugget collection. (For more: www.perthmint.com.au)

6) Indulge in a cultural feast at Perth’s Cultural Centre, home to the Art Gallery of WA (artgallery.wa.gov.au), the WA Museum (museum.wa.gov.au), State Library, the Perth Institute of Contemporary Arts (pica.org.au) and the State Theatre (statetheatrewa.com.au).
This hub in Northbridge is the perfect place to spend the day awakening your cultural senses. All venues are just a gold coin donation and exhibitions change frequently.

7) Take a scenic flight for a birds-eye-view of the city
A view from above will make you realise just how spectacular Perth’s surrounds, including the Swan River and white coastline is.

Cappuccino Strip

Mix with the locals on the ‘cappuccino-strip’ (South Terrace) in Fremantle.

8) Take a day trip.
There are plenty of destinations within easy reach of Perth city centre – perfect for day-tripping or spending the night. Take a ferry to Rottnest Island; tantalise your tastebuds in the Swan Valley wine region; enjoy the historic sights of York; explore the seaside city of Mandurah; or mix with the locals on the ‘cappuccino-strip’ (South Terrace) in Fremantle.

9) Shop local and international designer labels.
Fashionistas flock to King Street to pick-up the latest designer looks or trendy suburban precincts, while on William Street in Northbridge it’s all about vintage finds.

10) Sail down the Swan.
Named after the black Swans that call it home, the Swan River is truly the heart of Perth, and meets the Indian Ocean just a few kilometres west. A ferry from Barrack Street Jetty is one of the best ways to enjoy the Swan River as well as see some of Perth’s best real estate.

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Animal lovers get to hand-feed red kangaroos at the Caversham Wildlife Park in Swan Valley, Perth

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Extraordinary regional experiences away from Perth