Feature by Western Australia

As the sun rises over Western Australia, a world of wellness and adventure unfolds along its pristine 12,500-kilometre coastline.


Key Highlights:

  • Western Australia offers a wealth of coastal experiences, from self-guided hikes to luxurious dining, with diverse climates providing year-round appeal for wellness and adventure seekers.
  • Gibney at Cottesloe Beach is a refined brasserie and grill with panoramic ocean views. Inspired by classic European and New York steakhouses, it combines elegant marble and brass accents with a timeless menu.
  • Western Australia offers unique tours, including Aboriginal cultural experiences with Jarndu Ngaank Tours in Broome, thrilling jet ski adventures with Lethal Adventures in the Dampier Archipelago, and scenic hiking options like Cape2Camp’s Cape-to-Cape trek, Edgewalkers’ Kalbarri tours, and Exmouth Adventure Co’s Ningaloo Odyssey trek and kayak tour.
  • Hilton Garden Inn Busselton opened in December 2023, featuring modern amenities, a heated outdoor pool, and proximity to Busselton Jetty and Geographe Bay, making it an ideal base for coastal exploration.

Cape2Camp offers a fully-catered, self-guided hiking and camping experience along the iconic Cape-to-Cape track in the Margaret River Region. Up the coast in Perth, Gibney at Cottesloe Beach offers exquisite dining with stunning ocean views. With climates ranging from tropical in the north to Mediterranean in the south, there’s always summer somewhere in WA. From Aboriginal cultural tours to exhilarating hikes, Western Australia invites you to immerse yourself in its natural beauty and diverse experiences.


DINING BY THE SEA

Gibney – Experience coastal dining at Gibney, an elegant brasserie and grill just south of Cottesloe Beach. With breathtaking ocean views stretching from South Cottesloe to Rottnest Island, Gibney offers a refined dining experience. Expect the charm of European, London, and New York steakhouses, with a menu inspired by timeless classics. Relax in an upscale setting, complete with marble, brass accents, and impeccable service, making it the perfect spot for a memorable meal by the sea.


Gibney, Cottesloe

Gibney, Cottesloe


TOURS

In the Kimberley town of Broome, Pat Torres from Jarndu Ngaank Tours offers unique women-led cultural experiences, highlighting the deep connection Aboriginal women have as caretakers of the land. Join the women-only Reddell Beach walk, where you'll be welcomed with a traditional Welcome to Country, Smoking Ceremony, and Water Ceremony. Listen to powerful women’s stories and sample local bush tucker known for its healing benefits in women’s health. Pat also offers other immersive tours catering to all types of guests, including a Broome Town Beach walk and a Quandong Point tag-along adventure.

In the Pilbara, embark on a thrilling jet ski tour of the stunning Dampier Archipelago with Lethal Adventures. Led by passionate local skipper Leith Rowe, tours depart from the Dampier Foreshore, near Karratha. Choose to explore the hidden gems and islands of the Archipelago, where you might encounter sea turtles, dugongs, seabirds, and seasonal humpback whales, or take a 1.5-hour cruise through the calm waters of Hampton Harbour, visiting Sam’s Island, the port, and the well-known Pirate Cove.


Lethal Adventures, Dampier Archipelago

Lethal Adventures, Dampier Archipelago


HIKING EXPERIENCES ALONG THE COAST

Cape2Camp has introduced an exciting new way to experience the iconic Cape-to-Cape track in the Margaret River Region with their self-guided, fully-catered hiking and camping package. Perfect for adventurers who want to tackle the 123-kilometre trek without the hassle of planning, Cape2Camp takes care of everything. Simply carry a day pack and enjoy the stunning views. Your camp, complete with a comfy mattress, will be set up for you at various scenic spots, where you can unwind with a starlit dinner with the region’s finest food and drink. Transfers and all camping gear are also included, making it easy to focus on the adventure ahead.


Cape2Camp Hikers, Boranup Beach

Cape2Camp Hikers, Boranup Beach


In the Coral Coast region, there are several new multi-day guided hiking experiences. Embark on a women’s only walking wilderness adventure through the ancient and rugged Murchison Gorge in the spectacular Kalbarri National Park with eco-tourism company Edgewalkers. The seven-day tour package departs from Perth, and includes four days of camping and five days of hiking along the ancient riverine gorge carved over millions of years by the lower reaches of the Murchison River on Nanda Yamatji Country.  

Exmouth Adventure Co offers a multi-day eco-tour catering to adventure seekers. In partnership with Trek Ningaloo, the Ningaloo Odyssey Tour offers a four-day journey through the World Heritage-listed Ningaloo Marine Park. Spend two days trekking the rugged landscapes of Cape Range National Park, followed by two days sea kayaking over Ningaloo Reef. Along the way, you’ll camp under the stars and explore the stunning coastal plains and crystal-clear waters.


ACCOMMODATION BY THE WATER

The wait is over—Hilton Garden Inn Busselton  officially opened its doors in December 2023, offering a stylish new stay in the heart of this coastal gem. The five-storey hotel features modern rooms, a heated outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness centre, and event spaces. Perfectly positioned on the shores of Geographe Bay, it’s just steps from the iconic Busselton Jetty, Shelter Brewing, and the vibrant Busselton Foreshore. Whether you’re here for a relaxing getaway or a special event, it’s the perfect base to explore all the area has to offer.


Hiton Garden Inn, Busselton

Hiton Garden Inn, Busselton


Published November 2024.