Western Australia - The Start of a Great Adventure

Going Overland

Endless roads lead to adventure in Western Australia. Whether you're on two wheels or two feet, just get out there and savour the sights. Tackle this vast expanse head on with these kick-ass things to do and see.

Off-road or on, there are so many ways to explore WA! Wander through our image gallery.

The Bungle Bungles, Purnululu National Park © Lonely Planet Images
  • The Pinnacles, in the Nambung National Park © Tourism Western Australia

    Off the Beaten Track

    Ever wandered a beach for hours without seeing a footprint in the sand, or bushwalked for days without seeing a soul? Western Australia is big enough to really get lost in. Step up ›

     

  • Caving & Sandboarding

    The Rockies it ain't but rocky it is: enjoy the varied landscape of this great state above and below the surface. Rock on ›

     

  • Cycling & Hiking

    Western Australia may be five times the size of Texas, but that shouldn't stop you exploring its myriad attractions on foot or bicycle: tracks, trails, paths and circuits abound. Hop to it ›

     
  • Boab tree, Gibb River Road, near Derby (Tourism Western Australia)

    Driving & Climbing

    Western Australia has countless tracks to follow and stacks of mountains to climb. Bounce through the rugged Kimberley and breeze through the cool forests of the southwest. Swing in ›

     

Western Australian Events that Kick Up the Dust…

  • Quit Forest Rally: 4 Apr - 6 Apr 2008

    The WA Round of the Australian Rally Championship attracts Australia's and WA's leading rally drivers. Based in Busselton and Nannup.

  • Ord Valley Muster: 2 May - 18 May 2008

    Mustering thrills a-plenty from 2-18 May 2008 - get down and dirty in the Ord Valley or show off your karaoke skills to become the next Muster Idol...

  • Broome Turf Club: 31 May to 9 Aug 2008

    Saddle up for the Broome races - a must for any visitor to the Kimberley. This is country horse racing at its finest, combined with local entertainment to provide a day of fun and glamour.

  • Australasian Safari: 23 Aug - 30 August 2008

    Kick start your bike or jump in your 4WD, this is off-road adventure at its spectacular best. The safari covers thousands of kilometres of outback in just seven days.