Things to do

Perth and its surrounds provide an incredible backdrop to a diverse range of festivals and activities throughout the year. They are easy to access and also relatively affordable, with many free of charge. Check out the i-Walk City of Perth Trails.

The regional areas of Western Australia also offer unique experiences for adventure seekers and nature enthusiasts.

There's plenty to do… you just need to know where to find it!

  Nature and wildlife

Did you know that Western Australia is four times the size of Texas?

That means that the State has several climates, and a spectacular array of geographical features and diverse wildlife.

You can frolic with dolphins, view immense wildflower displays, go whale watching, walk amongst the tops of giant ancient trees, snorkel with schools of tropical fish and explore hiking trails as long as 1,000 kilometres... all without leaving Western Australia!

To find out more visit, the Department of Environment and Conservation.

  Perth's top nature showcases and wildlife events

March

Witness coral spawning
Ningaloo Reef, WA's Coral Coast

March
to October

Staircase to the Moon
Broome, WA's North West

May
to December

Spot whales during their annual migration
 WA's coastline from South to North

August
to September

Springtime at Araluen
Araluen Botanic Park, Perth

September
to October

Perth Zoo's Tiwest Night Stalk
Perth's bushland

September
to June

Get up close to Fairy Penguins
Shoalwater Marine Park, south of Perth

September

Kings Park Festival
Kings Park and Botanic Garden, Perth

December
to February

Watch turtles egg-laying and hatching
Ningaloo Reef, WA's Coral Coast

If you want to gain admission to ticketed events, visit the following websites:

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