Indian Ocean Drive, WA

Perth to Yeal

Yeal is the first stop located just 10 minutes off of Indian Ocean Drive. There you’ll find the Gravity Discovery Centre that offers attractions that are both educational and fun. For those seeking for more thrills, climb to the top of the Leaning Tower - a 45-meter high structure that leans a full 15 degrees - and take in expansive views of the bush and then abseil down the side.

Yeal to Pinnacles Desert

Head north for around 1 and a half hours to the Pinnacles Desert. The limestone pillars jutting 3.5 meters out of golden windblown sands makes this area of Nambung National Park seem entirely otherworldly. That’s probably why it was one of Australia’s most visited attractions last year. Along with the breathtaking geological display, the park also boasts Lake Thetis. Ancient thrombolite fossils dot the edge of the waters creating another unearthly site.

Pinnacles Desert to Cervantes

Just 30 minutes away is Cervantes.

Cervantes is a quaint coastal town with its white sandy beaches and to-die-for seafood. Take the afternoon to explore Kangaroo Point and Hangover Bay while snorkelling, surfing and windsurfing.

Cervantes to Jurien Bay

Only 20 minutes from Cervantes, Jurien Bay is an excellent swimming and fishing spot. The marina also provides a safe haven for endangered Sea lions.

Jurien Bay to Greenough (VIA Geraldton)

On your way to Geraldton which is 2 hours away, stop off at the Greenough Historic Settlement.

A beautifully preserved slice of the 1860s, this settlement aims to show what everyday agricultural life for the people of Greenough was like. There are 24 different locations that make up this complete village including a mill, a church, and the simple yet stately cottages of the time period.

Greenough to Abrolhos Islands

From Geraldton you can explore the stunning Abrolhos Islands. These 122 coral rimmed islands are part of what gives the Coral Coast its name. Save the Galapagos and Madagascar, there are few places on earth that offer the kind of biodiversity you’ll find on this atoll. Just over 60 kilometers off the coast of Geraldton, there are countless charters that head to the islands for nature tours, fishing, and watersports.

Abrolhos Islands to Hutt Lagoon

Known as the “Pink Lake,” Hutt Lagoon is a must-see at Yallabatharra. The saltwater of the lake gets its colour from the presence of a kind of algae which is used to make red food dye. The mixture of the algae and the salt in the water can make the lake seem pink, lilac, or red. The best time to see the lake is sunset when the water reflects the colours in the sky to become even more vibrant.