Island getaways

<p>Home to the happiest animals on earth - quokkas – Rottnest Island (Wadjemup) is a holiday haven of pristine beaches, aquamarine bays, bike tracks and walking trails. The best part? The car-free, conservation-minded Class A reserve is only a 30-minute ferry ride from Fremantle (Walyalup) in our capital city, Perth and an unforgettable adventure for every visitor.<br> <br> Whadjuk Noongar people are the original Custodians of Wadjemup, and the island holds a rich and complex history for Aboriginal people across WA. Join an immersive Aboriginal tour or visit the Wadjemup Museum and connect to the historical, cultural and spiritual significance of the island.</p>

Escape to an unforgettable marine wonderland – dive into the coral-fringed waters, immerse yourself in first-class fishing in the Indian Ocean, or take to the skies with a breathtaking scenic flight.

The Mackerel Islands are one of Western Australia's best kept secrets and offer an amazing, off the beaten track experience.<br/><br/>Flights from Perth to Onslow take 2 hours or the drive north is 1,400 kilometres. The Mackerel Islands are a collection of 10 islands and atolls, two of these welcome guests. You can bring your own boat and hire a mooring or take a transfer service across.<br/><br/>Stay on Thevenard Island in a choice of beachfront cabins and single or double rooms. For the ultimate wilderness escape, rent your own island with a sole beach shack on Direction Island!<br/><br/>Spot sea turtles, dolphins and whales playing in the blue-green waters, snorkel among colourful fish and marine life in the fringing coral reefs, jump on a kayak or stand up paddle board, hire a boat and cruise around the bay or join their skipper on one of their sensational fishing charters. <br/><br/>As the sun goes down and the night sky lights up with a dusting of silver, you can simply stargaze in awe and breathe in the quietness.<br/><br/>For a holiday full of adventure and relaxation, the Mackerel Islands are the escape you've been looking for.

Dirk Hartog Island, Australia’s most westerly point, offers an extraordinary fusion of history and nature. Once a sheep station, the island has been cleared of feral animals and now thrives as a conservation haven. The Wardle family hosts guests in eco-chic lodge villas and campsites, with options for day trips by boat or 4WD access via barge. Guided experiences include clifftop walks, sunset tours, and exploring historic European landing sites, making it a dream destination for adventurers, wildlife lovers, and history enthusiasts alike.

More than 1,000 tiny islands make up the Buccaneer Archipelago, a cruising and fishing paradise which lays North West of the Kimberley town of Derby. <br/>This untouched region of Western Australia is also home to patches of rainforest, secluded beaches and a fringe of mangroves - all set in a bright turquoise tropical sea. <br/><br/>Horizontal Waterfall in Talbot Bay is one of the best known attractions in the area and a scenic flight will give you the best view. <br/><br/>Joining a Kimberley cruise gets you up close to the landscape. You'll see ancient rock art and massive tides that race up tidal creeks, while the fishing is out of this world. <br/><br/>Sea safaris, cruises, flights and other tours to the Buccaneer Archipelago can be arranged from Broome.