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Our guide toOutback Western Australia

From desert plains to breathtaking coastline, a road trip intoWestern Australia’s Golden Outbackreally does have it all.

Esperance and the Golden Outback offers a truly quintessential Australian experience by simply detouring toCape Le Grand National Park, one of the few places in Australia where you can see kangaroos sunbathing on the beach.

The main towns to explore in Outback WA areKalgoorlie and Goldfields, Wheatbelt and Wave Rock andEsperance.

Here’s our pick of the best things to do in Esperance and the Golden West for the ultimate Outback WA getaway.

Getting to Outback Western Australia

Getting to Outback Western Australia is easy, with the most direct route from Perth to Kalgoorlie either by plane or embark on a road trip from the city to the Goldfield in just over 6 hours. There is a range of self-drive itineraries to explore in Outback WA such asPerth to Wave Rock,Wave Rock to Hopetoun,Hopetoun to EsperanceandEsperance to Kalgoorlieor join a 4WD tour.

Top Things to See and Do in Outback Western Australia

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Wave Rock

Wave Rock is the region’s main tourist attraction, located near the town of Hyden, 340km from Perth. The prehistoric natural rock formation, eroded over time and is shaped like a tall breaking ocean wave, awe inspiring against a background of bright blue sky and a carpet of wildflowers.

Lake Magic

Located just one km north of Wave Rock you’ll find the clear, salty waters of Lake Magic. Wake early to experience the lake at sunrise and marvel over the changing colours as the sun sets over the horizon.

Esperance Pink Lake Hillier

The remarkableLake Hillier是一个长600米,粉色皮面绿洲亚gst the lush greenery of Middle Island, alongside the deepest blue ocean. Lake Hillier is one of the most extraordinary sights you’ll see, accessible only by flying or cruising the Recherche Archipelago off the coast of Esperance.

Walk Tours and Guided Tours

In Esperance, theGreat Ocean Walk/Cycle wayis a 15km trail commencing at Castletown Quay and follows the foreshore through Esperance and finishing at Twilight Beach. Alternatively, Great Indigenous Experiences feature onKepa Kurl Cultural Discovery Toursin Esperance. Kepa Kurl offers a variety of Outback WA guided tours, all include a full cultural commentary, Dreamtime stories and tasting bush food for an authentic Outback WA experience.

Best Places to Stay in Outback Western Australia

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计划你的澳大利亚西部内陆地区的公路旅行stops in country towns and stay in quintessential Aussie pubs, caravan parks, hotels, motels or even luxury accommodation. Esperance and the Golden Outback have accommodation to suit every style and budget.

Luxury Accommodation

After a long drive, enjoy a little luxury atEsperance Island View Apartmentsoffering spacious apartments with magnificent ocean views.The Esperance Chalet Villageis a collection of insta worthy rustic chalets, cabins and shacks all individually styled as an idyllic bush hideaway on the fringe of town.

Hotels

There are a number of hotel chains in Outback WA where you’re guaranteed quality accommodation.Quest Yelverton Kalgoorlieoffer apartment style hotel rooms ideal for short or long stays. WhileRydges Kalgoorlieoffers resort style hotel accommodation ideal for business or leisure travel.

The Jetty Resort in Esperanceoffers a variety of room styles to suit every budget, from motel rooms to self-contained accommodation to luxury apartments with views of the Esperance Bay.

Motels

Motels provide cheap accommodation for Outback WA road trip pit stops.Wave Rock Motelin Hyden offer basic rooms perfect for a one-night stay.Hospitality Esperanceoffers affordable, well-appointed motel rooms offering comfort and country hospitality during your journey. Affordable beach breaks are also available at theEsperance Seafront Caravan Park.

Where to eat in Outback Western Australia

You’ll need to refuel during your Outback WA road trip and here are some of the best places to eat in the Golden Outback.The Loose Goose Restaurant & Barin Esperance is cosy, with unassuming décor teamed with beautiful food. Stop by Ravy Country Kitchen for excellent coffee in a cottage setting in Ravensthorpe. Once you reach Kalgoorlie, head to thePalace Hoteland sit on the verandah and be transported to 19th century gold rush days while you sip a cold beer.

Tours and Packages Outback Western Australia

Outback Western Australia offers a range of tours and packages to explore Esperance and the Golden West. Take a charter flight with Esperance Air Services and experience the breathtaking beauty of the Recherche Archipelago by air.Luxury Outback Toursoperate bespoke small group luxury 4WD tours to Esperance and Kalgoorlie taking in Lake Grace, kangaroos on the beach, Lake Hillier and Wave Rock.

Immerse yourself in the gold mining history and heritage of Kalgoorlie on the Heart of the Gold Discovery Trail. The self-guided audio tour is free to download via theHeart of Gold Australia app.

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