Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
West Coast Australia for Kids
Interacting with Australia's native fauna, in either the wild or wildlife parks, will create
lifetime memories for your kids. The wildlife can be dangerous, but in reality you're un-
likely to strike any problems if you take sensible precautions.
The sun's harshness is more of a concern. Don't underestimate how quickly you and
your kids can get sunburnt, even on overcast days. A standard routine for most Australian
parents is to lather their kids in high-protection sunscreen (SPF 30-plus) before heading
outside for the day. It's a habit worth adopting. Avoid going to the beach in the middle of
the day. Head out in the morning or mid-afternoon instead.
On hot days, dehydration is a problem, especially for small children. Always carry flu-
ids, especially on long car journeys.
