What to do in Perth
Perth has a wide variety of things to see
and do; city sights, fantastic beaches, surfing, Rottnest Island,
Margaret River, Wave Rock, Aboriginal culture, the Pinnacles desert
and forests with huge trees.
Aboriginal culture
Practical bush demonstration
© Captain Cook Cruises (WA)
You don't have to go too far to learn about
Aboriginal culture, they'll pick you up from you accommodation
in Perth and only a 45 minute cruise away down to Point Walter
you will be met by your Nyoongar guide for a relaxed one hour
walking tour of the local bushland. Learn of their tribal
laws and be shown first hand how the bush provided for all
their needs.
Many stories of Aboriginal legend and practical bush skills
have been passed down from generation to generation and survive
to this day. This tour provides plenty of opportunity to interact
with a knowledgeable guide who is only too happy to share
his experiences and answer any questions. Long before western
settlers began to build on the picturesque banks of the Swan
River, a proud race known as the Nyoongar roamed the area
in perfect harmony with the land. With the help of Aboriginal
guides, this tour is designed to give an insight into this
rich culture, its ancient heritage and knowledge of local
legend, flora and fauna. More
info....
Annual events
Perth Royal Show - every city
or town of any size around Australia has an annual Royal Show,
more info...
We still have to add some more events here,
don't think Perth is boring and this was the only one!
Beach
One of Perth's many beaches
Perth has many beautiful beaches right in the city, life
guards patrol most city beaches and you are guaranteed some
spectacular sunsets, something all the visitors to the east
coast miss out on.
Extended tour
Ningaloo Reef
© Australian Adventure Travel
Whales, dolphins, dugongs, manta rays, huge cod
or sharks can be seen in abundance on this tour…
260-kilometre-long Ningaloo Reef offers world class diving through
to family snorkeling in sheltered lagoons crammed with coral
gardens. Ningaloo is the largest fringing coral reef in Australia.
It is the only large reef in the world found so close to a continental
land mass; about 100 metres offshore at its nearest point and
less than seven kilometers at its furthest. The park covers
more than 4000 square kilometers and was declared in 1987.
This 4WD adventure starts from Perth and will have you enjoying
Ningaloo Reef, Shark Bay, the dolphins at Monkey Mia, Coral
Bay, Kalbarri and the Pinnacles. Swim, snorkel, scuba, ride
a quad bike or take a boat cruise. The tour is accommodated
on sheep stations, farms and country lodges. More
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See Perth in style, on a Harley!
Experience a one-hour superior service in
chauffeured Harley-Davidson motorcycle tours and joy rides.
Whether you are visiting Perth for the first time, or have
lived here all your life, you are guaranteed to experience
the sights, sounds and character of Perth, as you’ve
never experienced before.
You could decide to have a coastal experience with a relaxing
ride along Perth’s brilliant white beaches. You could
decide to take in the majestic views along the Swan and
Canning Rivers. You could decide to take a leisurely ride
through the Swan Valley, with a quick stop at a local winery.
More info on a one hour tour. or click
here for more info on a full day tour....
Perth sight seeing tours
Perth City Skyline
© Australian Pinnacle Tours
Save money when you buy in advance and choose an open-dated
touring package that takes the hassle out of planning, leaving
you free to relax on your vacation. The Perth Sightseeing
Pass is a great design-it-yourself touring pass with 4 different
options. Passes are only available for purchase prior to your
arrival in Western Australia & provide savings of up to
26% off the cost of making the same arrangements once in Perth.
All 4 passes are open-dated and include personalized airport
meet & greet, and return accommodation transfers, plus
a Perth and Fremantle tour. Depending on which pass you select,
there is also the option to include 1, 2 or 3 exciting Full
Day Tours.
More info....
Click
here for a shorter afternoon half day tour.
Margaret River
Margaret River Wineries
© Gray Line
Margaret River Wineries, Limestone Caves, Ocean
Coastline… what more could you want? Stunning beaches,
rivers, the inland waterway of Peel Inlet, blue mountains
in the distance, villages and towns and the wine growing region
of the South West. Taste the wines without having to worry
about drink driving and explore vast underground limestone
caves in a day of discovery along this Indian Ocean coastline.
A day not to be missed! More
info...
Pinnacles
The Pinnacles
© Gray Line
The Pinnacles are a spectacular natural phenomena
out in the desert and not far from Perth.
This is a day of 4WD adventure no one should miss! A fascinating
day of spectacular natural contrasts. Head for the small settlement
of Lancelin, where we engage 4WD to drive over massive sand dunes
and along bush tracks. There is also the opportunity to try sand
boarding. Then onto the famous Pinnacles, standing like weathered
soldiers on a moon-like landscape. More
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Surfing
© Adrift Surf Tours
Experience the soul of surfing… come along
on a true surfing safari, escape the crowds of the city and
head north out of Perth. You will soon be driving along beautiful
white sandy beaches in the search to find the best waves.
With a fully accredited coach by your side, you will be cruising
along waves all the way into the beach, in no time!
After your first surfing lesson, it's time for a healthy lunch
and a moment to sit back and enjoy the view. Once you have
recharged, hit the surf again to fine tune your new surfing
skills.
The afternoon will include 4WD action through the awesome
Lancelin sand dunes where you can test your sandboarding skills.
You will then head back to Perth, around mid-afternoon, and
relish the experience you've just had living a day in the
life of a surfer!
More info...
Swan River cruise
© Captain Cook Cruises (WA)
Whilst you are visiting Perth, it is a must
to take a cruise along the Swan River. See the wonderful sights
that can only be viewed from the river, as you cruise to Fremantle
and back to Perth. Enjoy complimentary wine tasting on the
return journey, cruising past the magnificant homes overlooking
the the calm and picturesque waters. More
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Rottnest Island
Snorkeling off Rottnest Island
© Australian Pinnacle Tours
A visit to Perth would not be complete without a visit to
Rottnest Island, preferably with an overnight at the Rottnest
Lodge. Originally a colonial barracks, the lodge has been
converted to the premier accommodation destination on the
island.
Walk along pristine white beaches, snorkel in aqua blue waters
over colorful coral, bike around the island, enjoy an alfresco
cafe lunch or just relax in the sun. More
info...
Wave Rock
Wave Rock
© Gray Line
Out in the wide sky wheat plains, Wave Rock
stands as a perfect surfers wave yet frozen in solid rock.
The colonial town of York, set in the lush Avon Valley, tiny
wheatlands townships and other strange rocks protruding from
arid soil show the real Australia, ever waiting for life giving
rains. More
info...
Wine tasting
Sandalford Estate
© Captain Cook Cruises (WA
Perth is surrounded by wineries and to avoid drinking
and driving you can join Perth's famous wine cruise to Sandalford Estate
and Houghton Winery for one of the best days out in Perth! Your Captain
will keep you well informed as you cruise upstream into the picturesque
and tranquil upper reaches of the Swan Valley.
Enjoy morning tea soon after you board, followed by cheese with biscuits
and some 'Wines of the Month' from selected local vineyards. On arrival
in the Swan Valley area, you will be transferred to two of Western Australia's
most respected wineries, Houghton and Sandalford, via air-conditioned
coach. At these wineries, you will have the opportunity to sample some
of their distinctive premium wines and the chance to purchase from cellar
sales.
Delight in a delicious BBQ style lunch at the riverside restaurant,
Mulberry on Swan, with sweeping views over the Swan Valley. Aftter lunch,
you will have a short coach ride back to the boat to enjoy your cruise
back to Perth, complete with live entertainment. More
info...
If you plan on some wine tasting and don't want to drive
too far stay in the Margaret River wine region...
Wildflowers
Mountain bell
Talk about wildflowers and most people think of Western Australia.
It is no wonder with up to 12,000 species found in a vast
area of the state, from the Pilbara region in the north to
the Southern Coastal region. The wildflower season spans from
July in the north to November in the south. Each region has
species and varieties that are endemic to that area and are
not found anywhere else in the state or the world. The wildflowers
rely on the rains and sunshine and so each year the wildflower
season varies which adds to the magic of Natures exquisite
display of dazzling wildflowers
In the Pilbara and Mid West region you will see the famous
display of kilometre after kilometre sheets of yellow or pink
or white everlasting daisies interwoven with flowering shrubs
and bushes. Creating a colourful contrast is the Outback’s
magnificent terrain.
The Central and Wheatbelt region you will be amazed at the
variety of bushes and shrubs in vibrant clusters that cover
the landscape in a riot of colour. Intermingled with exquisite
orchids.
The Southern part of the state is one of the world’s
most important areas of flora in different locations of tall
timber forests, woodlands and scrub. Varying terrain from
sand coastal strips, undulating woodland and scrub to ragged
mountain ranges.
The Stirling Range National Park, which lies north of nearby
Albany on the southern coast, is abundant with 1,500 species
of flora, 87plant species occurs nowhere else on earth. There
are 123 orchid species, 38 per cent of all known Western Australian
orchids
The Stirling Ranges are unique for flora because of the varying
altitudes of the peaks in the National Park and the low lying
surrounding plains producing different climatic conditions.
A visit to Western Australia in the Wildflower season is
a must for everyone who is a nature lover you will be enchanted
by the floral display, seeing Western Australia’s unique
and varying terrain and an excellent opportunity to see the
bird life, lizards, kangaroos, emus and echidnas.
This article and photo courtesy of Sylvia
Mills
Let Sylvia take you off the beaten track and show you
unique destinations that capture the spirit of Western
Australia; sight seeing, eco tours, wine tours, wildflowers,
bush walking, woodlands, heritage tours, farm stays,
wildlife, adventure, wilderness, nature, wheatbelt,
and the "Outback"
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