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Exmouth is located 1270 kilometres north of Perth and has a population of around 2500. The area is home to Ningaloo Marine Park and Cape Range National Park. This a unique part of the world as few places are blessed with the stark contrast of rugged ranges and crystal blue waters on their doorstep.
Distances from Exmouth to...
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Perth
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1270km
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Geraldton
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848km
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Kalbarri
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813km
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Monkey Mia
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721km
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Carnarvon
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367km
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Mt Augusta
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843km
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Coral Bay
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155km
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Karatha
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560km
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Tom Price
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625km
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Pt Hedland
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784km
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Broome
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1394km
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Darwin
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3366km
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Getting There
Exmouth is renowned for its white sandy beaches and warm weather all year round with temperatures ranging from 25 to 42 degrees which creates excellent conditions for marine activities.
The 260 kilometre expanse of Ningaloo Reef runs down the western coast of Exmouth Cape. It is a fringing reef and its easy accessibility from the shore is one of its attractions.
The marine park is home to over 220 species of coral and 500 species of fish, together with larger inhabitants such as seasonal whale sharks, humpback whales, dugongs, manta rays, turtles, sail fish, marlin, potato cod and giant groper.
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This unique area is accessible by air, bus or car.
Air
Learmonth Airport is 36 kilometres south of Exmouth and is services daily by Skywest Airlines from Perth and once a week during the high season from Broome. A shuttle bus picks up passengers for $20 (we can reserve a seat for you) and drops off at all Exmouth accommodation. Contact Skywest on 1300 66 00 88 or website www.skywest.com.au
Bus
Greyhound Australia services Exmouth several days of the week from Perth to Exmouth and further afield. Easyrider Backpacker Tours operate a hop on- hop-off service along the coast.
Car Hire
Car hire is a good option if you wish to explore the west coast at your leisure. From Perth attractions such as the Pinnacles, Monkey Mia and the towns of Geraldton and Kalbarri are worth visiting along the way. Many car rentals are available from Perth but please ensure your agreement allows you to take your car north of Carnarvon and offers you unlimited mileage. Most major car hire companies operate from Exmouth - Budget, Thrifty, Europcar and Avis as well as local operations. A local alternative is Allan's Car Hire - contact alscarhire@bigpond.com or phone 0899492403
Accommodation in Exmouth
Ningaloo Caravan & Holiday Resort : www.exmouthresort.com
Potshot Hotel Resort: www.potshotresort.com
Ningaloo Lodge: www.ningaloolodge.com.au
Best Western Seabreeze Resort: www.seabreezeresort.com.au
Novotel Ningaloo Resort: www.novotelningaloo.com.au
Exmouth Cape Holiday Resort: www.aspenparks.com.au
Sal Salis: www.salsalis.com.au
Lighthouse Caravan Park: www.ningaloolighthouse.com
Yardie Homestead Caravan Park Phone 0899491389
Ningaloo Camper Hire: www.exmouthcamperhire.com.au
Cape Range National Park Camping: www.naturebase.net/component/option,com_hotproperty/task,view/id,1/Itemid,755/
Wotif.com offers great deals on a wide range of accommodation in Perth and Exmouth.
Australian Tourist Visa provides travel and short business visas for all UK and Irish nationals heading to Australia as well as assistance to skilled workers emigrating to Australia: www.visabureau.com/australia/tourist-visa.aspx
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