Honeymoon in Western Australia - A guide for newlyweds

Is Western Australia a great honeymoon destination?

If you both love beautiful scenery and delectable food, then Western Australia is the honeymoon destination for you. Far less explored than the main draw cards downunder - Sydney and Melbourne - it’s a chance to escape the crowds and truly uncover some hidden gems together.

Discover endless stretches of stunning coastline dotted with wild and untouched beaches. Take daily adventures to overpowering waterfalls, wondrous coral reefs, sandstone domes, pink lakes and white sand dunes. Say hello to the friendly quokkas and stop for a selfie. Dip your fingers into the inspiring world of arts and crafts. Feast on some incredible creations while sipping some of the finest wines.

With so much to see, do, uncover, explore and experience, Western Australia offers up the ideal honeymoon destination just waiting to be tailored to your desires. Start in the capital city Perth and branch out and explore your way around the nearby islands and areas.

When’s the best time to visit?

With the vastness of the area, stretching from the sweeping coast to the inland outback, Western Australia is ideal all-year round, as long as you’re willing to chase the sun. 

Head South between November and March during the Summer months, where you will be met with dry weather and endless hours of sunshine as you uncover all the beauty of the region.

Venture North between May and October, when the temperature is mild and the dry season makes it easy to get around.

Top attractions to visit

Western Australia is made up mostly of sweeping outback, but there’s so much to see and do during your stay. While you can plan an entire honeymoon in Perth, if you’re looking to branch out and travel further afield, there’s plenty more sights to see. Here’s your guide to some of the best attractions scattered right across the state for you to plan your trip around. These highlights aren’t to be missed!

Mount Augustus

This might come as a surprise, but Mouth Augustus is the world’s largest rock. That’s right, while many tourists set their sights on Uluru (for good reason, it’s much more famous!), the locals will tell you that this is the one to visit. It’s twice as big, sitting at an amazing 715 metres tall!

Depending what time of day you visit, you can marvel at the changing colours. If you can, come during the wildflower season for a sight you won’t forget. You can also take a wander and check out the Aboriginal rock art dotted around.

Bungle Bungle Sandstone Domes

For a unique sight sitting 300-metres above the grassy plains, make your way to the sandstone domes known as the Bungle Bungle. Formed over 20 millions years ago, you will find them in the Purnululu National Park in the Kimberely Region, with walking trails aplenty for you to make your way around.

Learn how the black-and-orange domes were formed through millions of years of corrosion and exposure and enjoy wandering the ancient lands. It’s also a place of connection for the Karjaganujaru and Gija peoples - the traditional owners of the land.

The Pinnacles

It’s one of the most well-known sights in Western Australia and worth the visit. Enjoy the opportunity to lose yourself in the outback, wandering through these incredible limestone formations that still remain a mystery to scientists today.

Formed anywhere from 25,000-30,000 years ago from sea shell deposits that were left behind when the ocean receded, they stand about 3.5 metres high and by all appearances simply jut out of the landscape.

Time your visit in the Spring months, where you can set your eyes on the stunning wildflowers as you drive through the desert (and before it gets too hot in the Summer heat).

Kings Park

Take your partner hand in hand and enjoy some romantic views from the top of Mount Eliza in Kings Park. It’s one of the most beautiful inner city parks in the world! It looks over Swan and Canning Rivers, the city and the Darling Ranges, and you can settle back and soak it up for hours on end.

Situated just west of Perth city, you can enjoy a picnic, take off on one of the many trails, or venture to the Western Australia Botanic Garden where you can uncover over 3,000 species of unique flora.

Ningaloo Reef Marine Park

On the hunt for a little adventure? Why not add swimming with the world’s biggest fish, the whale sharks, to your bucket list! Ningaloo Reef is a UNESCO World Heritage site and holds fame as the world’s largest fringing reef. Feast your eyes on 260 kilometres of incredible marine life that is accessible directly from the sandy shores. It’s an experience that’s hard to beat. 

Below the depths you can uncover more than 300 species of coral, 500 species of fish, and swim right alongside the whale sharks, as well as manta rays, turtles and even humpback whales.

Busselton Jetty

Check out the Southern Hemisphere’s longest timber piled jetty, which sticks out an incredible 1.841km with a 90-seat electric train that runs along it to transport passengers out to the underwater observatory that’s located at the end.

You can take the 1 hour 45 minute underwater tour to enjoy one of only six natural aquariums in the world. It’s a chance to head 8 metres beneath the surface and see the crabs, calamari, and eagles rays and some more of the 300 marine species that live there through the 9.5 metre observation chamber. 

Karijini

With all the national parks dotted within Western Australia, it can be tough choosing the ones that are most worthy of a visit. Pop Karijini at the top of your list. This desert oasis is one of the most picturesque parks with so much to explore and experience.

Head straight to the Karijini Visitor Centre to get tips on the best places to visit. Venture through to hidden swimming holes at Fern Pool and Hamersley Gorge’s Spa Pool and uncover stunning blue waters to take a dip. Waterfalls cascade from the stunning red cliffs, as you settle back to enjoy the serenity. There are so many trails to choose from, you can spend a day getting lost in nature.

Top places to stop for a night or two

When planning your trip around Western Australia, there’s so much ground to cover and sights waiting to be explored. Here’s some of our top picks when it comes to uncovering some incredible spots to stay a night or two, so you can explore the surrounding beauty.

Margaret River

Enjoy a drop of wine? Then this is the place to be. Margaret River is famous for its many wineries including Vassa Felix, Jarvis Estate, Stella Bella Wines and plenty more. You can spend a few days hopping between them and uncovering some of the delicious drops of the region.

If you’re looking to get away from the wineries, beeline straight for the stunning beaches, where you will find world-class surf breaks, silky white sand and crystal clear water. With more than 130 to choose from, you won’t find yourselves bored anytime soon.

You can also throw on those walking shoes and head to the Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk and experience the depths of the towering forests. Venture deep into the limestone caves for a spectacular array of stalactites and helictites as your marvel in its beauty. You can also jump on a mountain bike to explore even more of the area.

Broome

Broome is a stunning area to visit, however it’s no secret that the crown jewel is Cable Beach. With an unbeatable backdrop against striking red cliffs, and sweeping shorelines that stretch for 22 kilometres, don’t let anything stop you from dipping your toes into the stunning turquoise water. You can even ride a camel along the beach!

If you’re ready for adventure, then set your sights on The Kimberley region. Broome is the ideal spot to base yourself for this. The first thing on your to do list should be to take the famous jet boat ride through the incredible Horizontal Falls. It’s a stunning natural sight. As the name suggests, these waterfalls actually run horizontally. It’s a unique sight that you won’t forget anytime soon.

Rottnest Island

Just a short ferry ride away from Perth, this car-free nature reserve is calling your name. This is where you come for the famous selfie with a quokka, but there’s also so much more on offer. With white, sandy beaches, sparkling waters, and an abundance of coral reefs fringing the shores, offering up snorkelling and swimming heaven.

There’s plenty to see and do with a day trip. Head to Rottnest Museum and delve back through time exploring shipwrecks and learning about the limestone houses dotted around the harbour, which are among the oldest buildings in Western Australia. Pop your snorkel on and dive the depths on the Parker Point Snorkel trails. Grab your walking shoes and head up to Vlamingh Lookout for some sweeping views of the area. Of course, make sure you do find the adorable quokkas and come home with that selfie!

Fremantle

While Perth is a stop not to be missed on any Western Australia trip, you also need to set aside time to visit its port town Fremantle. It’s a chance to immerse yourself in the rich convict and maritime history, while making your way through the stunning buildings on a heritage walking tour.

It’s also a chance to unleash your creative side, with ample opportunity to visit art galleries, settle back to the tune of live music, or venture through the popular Fremantle Markets to grab yourself a trinket or two as a memento of your honeymoon adventures.

For something a little bit different, you can even head to Fremantle Prison for a spooky night guided tour, or check out Little Creatures Brewery for some delicious food and beer.

Esperence

If you’re hoping to take a little time out during your adventures, then plan a few days in the gorgeous Esperence. You can explore some stunning beaches, including Twilight Beach, which has been voted the best in Australia. 

While downtime is the biggest drawcard of this destination, you can also immerse yourself in history at the Historical Museum Village and gain an insight into the town’s past.

Adventureland Park is also well-worth a visit, with plenty of birds and animals to discover and even an authentic mini steam train!

Monkey Mia

Who doesn’t want to get up close and personal with gorgeous dolphins! Monkey Mia is a small resort town on the edge of Francois Peron National Park on the Coral Coast, where the bottlenose dolphins venture each morning.

You can join a line-up in ankle deep waters to catch a glimpse. Be sure to arrive nice and early, as spots are limited and this is an experience you don’t want to miss. When you’re done, you can spend the rest of your day hiking through the national park and immersing yourself in nature along the way. Monkey Mia is surrounded by white sandy beaches and plenty of wildlife.

How long do you need to spend in Western Australia on Honeymoon?

Weeks and weeks on end! Western Australia is known for its never-ending sights and adventures just waiting to be experienced, so the more time you have to spend in this incredible part of the world, the better.

Three weeks is ideal, offering up plenty of opportunity to travel to some of the top places, see incredible attractions and feast on some delicious morsels while enjoying a drop or two of the delectable wine. You can truly unwind, relax and make some incredible memories, as you cherish these early wedded days in honeymoon bliss.

Saving for your Honeymoon trip

You will be wanting to save your pennies in the lead up to your honeymoon to truly make the most of this experience. A trip to Western Australia will likely set you back about $2,000-$2,500 a week, factoring in average hotel costs, meals and tours along the way.

Ideally, you want to set aside a couple of weeks to travel the expanse of this destination and tick off the many bucket-list items on offer. It’s an experience that will stay with you for life.

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