An eco-conscious community surrounded by beauty
Situated on Western Australia's Northwest Cape, Exmouth is a part of the Ningaloo region. This area proudly calls itself the eco-adventure capital of Western Australia, thanks to the surrounding reef, nearby national park, and loads of wildlife, ranging from kangaroos and emus to the whale sharks that migrate around the area each autumn. With an Exmouth vacation rental, you'll be able to properly explore one of Western Australia's most naturally beautiful areas, and come away feeling refreshed and relaxed after plenty of time in the Australian sun.
From shipwrecks to turtle nests, there's much so explore
Spending your days on the beach or exploring the Cape Range National Park are the obvious choices, but they're not all there is to see in Exmouth. Visit the Krait & Potshot Memorials, and pay respects to two World War II missions that happened around Exmouth Bay. Go scuba diving among the SS Mildura Wreck, or climb the Vlamingh Head Lighthouse. Animal lovers should be sure to visit the Jurabi Turtle Centre, to learn more about safely interacting with and preserving the turtle nesting areas. Cap every adventure with a sundowner at your Exmouth vacation rental.
It's easy to treat every day here as a true adventure
While you can easily sit and enjoy the natural beauty of Exmouth, there are plenty of ways to engage with the local wildlife and the community that works to preserve it. Within the Cape Range National Park, you'll find the Milyering Discovery Centre, featuring interpretive displays dedicated to the natural environment and preservation. Go birdwatching in Mangrove Bay Bird Hide, or time your visit with the whale shark migration, and spot these creatures just off the coast. Or simply book a beachfront Exmouth vacation rental, and at the end of your trip, leave only your footprints behind.
It's a diver's delight the whole year through
If you're visiting with diving in mind, Ningaloo Reef offers excellent conditions all year. August through December is the area's dry season, boasting plenty of brilliant sunshine, while a brief wet season usually occurs from May through June. If you'd prefer some guaranteed wildlife spotting, turtle-nesting season happens from November through March, and the whale shark migration can be spotted from April through July. It's also possible to spot manta rays from May through November, and humpback whales and dolphins have been known to peek above the water from July through November.
Exploring the natural features in Exmouth
Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or just want to take in the scenery, Exmouth is a great place to spend some time outside. These are a few of the area's noteworthy features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Cape Range National Park (13.5 mi / 21.8 km)
- Turquoise Bay Exmouth (19.2 mi / 30.9 km)
- Town Beach (1 mi / 1.5 km)
- Surfers Beach (8.4 mi / 13.4 km)
- Ningaloo Coast (10.2 mi / 16.5 km)
- Bundegi Coastal Park (4.2 mi / 6.7 km)
Transportation options to and around Exmouth
The nearest airport is in Learmonth, WA (LEA), located 21.1 mi (34 km) from the city center.