Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Monkey Mia & the Central West
Why Go?
The pristine coastline and sheltered turquoise waters of Malgana country draw tourists and
marine life from around the world. Aside from Monkey Mia's famous dolphins, the sub-
merged sea-grass meadows of World Heritage-listed Shark Bay host dugongs, rays, sharks
and turtles, while rare marsupials take refuge in remote national parks. Limestone cliffs,
red sand and salt lakes litter the stark interior.
Further south in the land of the Nhanda people, the gorges of Kalbarri invite adventurers
to explore their depths, while above, wildflowers carpet the plains and ospreys wheel away
from battered Indian Ocean cliffs as humpback whales migrate slowly southwards.
Vegies are ripening in Carnarvon as anglers and board riders check the tides, and wind-
surfers are waiting for the 'Doctor' (strong afternoon sea breeze) to blow. In Geraldton, the
only decision to make is whether to have that second macchiato before a brisk walk along
the foreshore.
When to Go
Jun & Aug
The winter swells pump the breaks off Gnaraloo and Quobba.
Aug & Sep
Kalbarri erupts in wildflowers.
Nov-Feb
Windsurfers clutch their sails from Geraldton to Carnarvon.
Best Places for Sunset
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Steep Point (
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Fishermens Lookout (
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