True wilderness area

One of the world's last true wilderness areas and the place to go for an authentic Aussie outback adventure. Relax on the breathtaking Cable Beach. Don't miss the Bungle Bungle Range and the rocky landscapes of Karijini National Park.

4WD driving

Venture into red-earth country on a four-wheel drive adventure, take a scenic flight over extraordinary rock formations and magnificent waterfalls, or cruise through the inland waterways that permeate the region.

Cable Beach

Cable Beach is renowned as one of the most stunning beaches in the world, with twenty-two kilometres of pristine white sand fringing the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean. Washed clean every day by tides that can reach over nine metres, Cable Beach provides the ideal safe environment for swimming and relaxation. Caution however is required between November and March when stingers may be present.

Cable Beach takes its name from the telegraph cable that was laid between Broome and Java in 1889 and today it provides the perfect location to enjoy the magnificent Broome sunsets.

There are a variety of watersport activities available.

For a really unique experience you can join the sunset camel rides that operate daily along the beach.

Christmas Island

Although it is closer to Indonesia's main island of Java, Christmas Island is in fact an external territory of Australia. This tropical island is located 2,300 kilometres northwest of Perth.

Christmas Island is a nature lover's delight with about 60 per cent of the island being national park. The warm tropical waters are home to hundreds of species of fish and the land supports over 200 plant species, numerous species of birds and many different types of crabs.

Spectacular scenery abounds with pristine ocean, sheer coastal cliffs, beautiful sandy bays, coral reefs, and tropical rainforest.

Hotel and lodge style accommodation are available on the island. Flights are available to Christmas Island from Perth and from Jakarta.

Port Hedland

Port Hedland, a large coastal town, is located approximately 1,660 kilometres north of Perth (approximately a 2 hour flight). Port Hedland is renowned for its Indigenous culture and history, long trains, big ships, salt piles and red dust. Often referred to as 'The Friendliest town in the Pilbara', the local people make Port Hedland what it is today.
Port Hedland has lovely warm weather. Located right on the coast, Port Hedland is a great spot for fishing, whale watching, crabbing and watching turtles nesting.

Port Hedland's Indigenous and early European history is rich and interesting. The town boasts a Western Australian Tourism Award winning Cultural and Heritage Trail that clearly maps out the early times of European settlement, encompassing Indigenous and European interaction during that time.

The Visitor Centre runs Iron Ore Tours (Monday to Friday), and Town Tours (Monday, Wednesday and Friday). A notice board at the Visitor's Centre tells you when ships are due into port, and they can be viewed from the end of the main street. There is also information about train movements, and Redbank Bridge is an ideal spot to watch the machinery's incredible horsepower. You can climb the observation tower at the Visitor Centre (conditions apply) and get a bird's eye view of the surrounding area.

Discover Port Hedland's rich and interesting history on the Cultural and Heritage Trail, visit Dalgety House Museum, head to the Shipping Observation lookout, visit the Royal Flying Doctor Base. See the Pioneer and Pearling cemetery or catch the breathtaking views from Koombana Lookout. Head off and explore the tidal creeks at Pretty Pool and Six Mile Creek or enjoy the seasonal display of wildflowers.

A range of accommodation exists in Port Hedland, including backpackers, caravan parks, budget and more luxurious accommodation. There are many ways to indulge your taste buds, from pub meals, pizza and bistro meals to fine dining restaurants.