All Listings in Gascoyne

Blue Holes (Gascoyne Western Australia)

Just south of the town site of Kalbarri, is the snorkelling paradise Blue Holes. Dozens of rock pools and swimming holes offer protected snorkelling and a beautiful array of marine life, take a walk along the beach or soak in sunsets over the Indian Ocean. Blue Holes beach also offers sheltered areas and a car park.

Hawks Head Lookout (Gascoyne Western Australia)

Hawk’s Head Lookout is a spectacular vantage point located within the Kalbarri National Park. It provides stunning views of the Kalbarri Gorges and Murchison River. Named in honour of a hawk shaped rock formation visible from the lookout, it will keep the family amused seeing who can spot the hawks head first!If you are lucky you may see the graceful Peregrine Falcon which hunts its prey along the cliffs. If you enjoy climbing, there are several excellent climbs either side of the lookout.Kalbarri National Park is one of the best known national parks in Australia with an exceptional display of wildflowers between August and October.

Kalbarri National Park (Gascoyne Western Australia)

One of Western Australia`s most popular places for colourful wildflowers, Kalbarri National Park also offers a range of adventure activities like bush walking, gorge hiking and canoeing.Located on Western Australia`s mid north coast, Kalbarri National Park is known for its spectacular scenery and red rock gorges that were cut from the landscape by the mighty Murchison River.You can experience views of the gorges from one of the many lookouts including the famous Nature`s Window where the vista is seen through a massive red rock frame. The Loop, Z Bend, Hawkes Head Lookout and Ross Graham Lookout are also popular for views over the sandstone cliffs.

Ningaloo Marine Park (Gascoyne Western Australia)

For swimming, diving and snorkelling at one of the world`s most pristine reefs head to Ningaloo Marine Park near the towns of Coral Bay and Exmouth along Western Australia`s north coast. One of its star attractions is Ningaloo Reef which is one of the few places on earth where you can swim with the world`s biggest fish, the Whaleshark. It`s also one of the planet`s most accessible reefs - in parts just a short paddle from shore. In Ningaloo Marine Park`s emerald lagoons you can swim alongside rare species of turtles, manta rays and dugong.

Sandy Bay (Gascoyne Western Australia)

For a lazy holiday of swimming and relaxing, head to Sandy Bay near Exmouth on Western Australia’s mid north coast. The shallow waters and wide expanse of endless white sand make this a great choice for families.The kids will love wading knee-deep in the clear Indian Ocean, and there are also shaded tables perfect for a picnic.Sandy Bay is popular for wind surfing and kite surfing. When the sea breeze is in, wind surfers and kite surfers zip along the bay’s shallow water at high speed.Located in the Ningaloo Marine Park, Sandy Bay is known for its excellent fishing.

Shark Bay Marine Park (Gascoyne Western Australia)

The snorkelling, swimming and fishing are world class at Shark Bay Marine Park about a day`s drive north of Perth. The pristine waters of the park form part of the Shark Bay World Heritage area and meander across 1,500 kilometres of winding coastline which varies from rugged sea cliffs to tranquil lagoons and beaches that are perfect for swimming. In this part of the world it`s easy to find your very own slice of pure white sand and turquoise water. Spend a lazy afternoon spotting amazing sea creatures like rare turtles, whales, dolphins and dugong.

Swim with the Whale Sharks (Gascoyne Western Australia)

Swimming with whale sharks at Ningaloo Reef is one of Australia’s must-do travel experiences.Taking the plunge with the world’s biggest fish is an awesome and humbling experience. Small groups of only ten swimmers at a time are dropped close by these docile giants are they move through the water. You’ll feel dwarfed by their massive size and even wider mouth which scoops up millions of tiny plankton – lucky for us whale sharks are vegetarians and their curiosity about people has nothing to do with feeding. Incredibly, whale sharks can grow up to 12 metres in length with a mouth over a metre wide.

The Blowholes Carnarvon (Gascoyne Western Australia)

The spectacular Blowholes, located about an hour`s drive north of Carnarvon, shoot a powerful jet of water 20 metres into the air in an awesome display of nature. The Blowholes are in a pristine coastal strip where you`ll also find white sandy beaches and a coral reef just offshore. Just one kilometre south of the Blowholes is a beautiful beach perfect for swimming and snorkelling. You can prise oysters from nearby rocks, while crayfish can be caught amongst the reef.

The Loop and Z Bend (Gascoyne Western Australia)

A drive of thirty-five kilometres just out of Kalbarri leads to these beauty spots, where you are made truly aware of the beauty and artistry of nature. The views are spectacular with dramatic cliffs banded in cream and deep red, dropping sheer to the river far below. The Loop is so named because here a section of the Murchison River meanders and forms enormous loops. At the Z Bend, the Murchison River flows through a narrow ravine.

Turquoise Bay (Gascoyne Western Australia)

Dive into the pristine waters of the aptly named Turquoise Bay near the town of Exmouth and you`re swimming within a few metres of Ningaloo Reef.  Known as one of Western Australia`s best beaches, Turquoise Bay is the perfect spot to spend an afternoon relaxing, swimming and snorkelling. Try your hand at the popular drift snorkel by swimming out to the reef on the southern end of the beach, then letting the current wash you north to the sand bar. You`ll see colourful coral and plenty of fish - more than 500 fish species reflecting every colour of the rainbow live in and around the reef.