10 Best Day Trips from Perth

Western Australia is home to coastal towns, wilderness parks, deserts, caves and villages. The good news is that these are all easily accessible with a guided tour from Perth. It's one of the best things to do in the city during your stay in Oceania.

There's no shortage of fun to be had around Perth - you can go wine tasting, discover Western Australia's erosion zones, or stargaze in the Pinnacles Desert. Here's a list of some of the best tours!

The coastal towns north of Perth are a great plan as they offer exciting activities away from the tourist crowds. This tour takes in the wilderness, beaches and more than four coastal parks.

It will take you about three hours to reach your destination, but I promise it's worth it. Cervantes is a charming town northeast of Perth, characterised by its quiet beaches, desert activities and shipwreck history.

Here are some of the places to visit:

• Caversham Wildlife Park: it is a park that shelters around 200 species of Australian animals, such as koalas, kangaroos, marsupials, reptiles, mammals and birds. Here you can interact and learn more about their care.
• Nambung National Park: it is home to the Pinnacles Desert. In the surrounding area you can go fishing, bird watching, kayaking, hiking, skydiving and more.
• Pinnacles Desert: is a national reserve in Western Australia, famous for its limestone pinnacles. The dunes within the park were formed by the erosion of seashells.
• Lobster Shack Cervantes WA: a lobster production plant where lobsters are processed, you have the opportunity to enjoy an audio guide to tour it at your own pace.
• Lancelin Beach: ideal for sandboarding, a sport that consists of surfing on the sand dunes of the beach.

This type of adventure will allow you to explore the wildlife of Western Australia. In fact, you can feed kangaroos, koalas and wombats.

Details of interest

• Price: from €140 per person. You have the option to dine on prepared lobster at Lobster Shack for around €25 extra.
• Duration: around 12 hours.
• Means of transport: usually includes return transport by coach or 4WD, both vehicles are comfortable and air-conditioned.

The Margaret River is an area just south of Perth, ideal for relaxing and making the most of your holiday. You can travel for three days, taking in the villages, wineries, caves and scenic spots.

This type of excursion offers accommodation, lunch and breakfast, as well as entrance to the main attractions. Dinner is not included, but you get to see cosy places around. For example, Bunkers Beach House is a great place to dine al fresco, while enjoying a seasonal menu.

Some of the places you can visit:

• Mammoth Cave: it is one of the most impressive natural spectacles in Australia, as you can appreciate stones that reflect the light. In addition, there are fossils of animals that lived in the area more than 46,000 years ago.
• Featured Wood Museum and Gallery: you can learn about the process of transformation of Australian wood, as well as see important exhibits of the region.
• Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse: one of the tallest lighthouses in Australia, here you can learn about the history of Aboriginal communities.
• Mandurah: it is an area with a variety of small coastal towns, I suggest you take the opportunity to explore them at your own pace.

Details of interest

• Price: from €766 per person.
• Duration: approximately three days.
• Means of transport: you will travel in a comfortable bus.

Western Australia's Aboriginal history is truly interesting. If you want to explore it in depth, I recommend taking a day trip into the wilderness.

It's also a great way to enjoy an Australian lunch with local dishes. These types of experiences make the tour easier for you, as they have a professional guide.

Some of the places you can visit:

• Wave Rock Wildlife Park: known for its multicoloured granite hills and inselbergs. An inselberg is a natural monument in the shape of a wave, which is a feature of the landscape in many parts of Australia.
• York: a city surrounded by the Avon River, you can find iconic buildings of great value. For example, the York Tower which was built in 1911.
• Wildflower Shoppe: is a nature park where you can see emus, kangaroos, koalas, reptiles and birds. In this area you can also explore ancient artefacts as well as wildflowers.
• Mulka's Cave: is a hiking area, ideal for trekking. Here you can discover the Aboriginal legend of the Mulka.

Details of interest

• Price: from €140 per person.
• Duration: around 13 hours.
• Means of transport: includes return journey in an air-conditioned vehicle.

From the Swan River you can get the best views of neighbouring Perth locations, all while relaxing and tasting local wines. It's an all-day experience, so I suggest you do it in the summer and wear sunscreen.

It's definitely an all-round tour, with a boat equipped for a good time. It's well worth it, as it's rated as one of the best cruises in Peth.

You can also take a tour of the Sandalford Winery to learn about the Australian wine making process.

Interesting details

• Price: from €140 per person.
• Duration: about seven hours.
• Means of transport: return cruise.

The Swan Valley, also known as the Swan Valley, is a wine region that borders the Swan River. If you want to venture out on one of the best food tours from Perth, I suggest you add this tour to your itinerary.

Specifically, it's located between the suburb of Guildford and Bells Rapids Park. This tour usually includes a full tasting of Western Australian food and wine. You'll also get to stroll through the vineyards while taking a break from the hustle and bustle of the big cities.

For this adventure it's important to bring a passport, as passports are often required at some tourist sites. While strolling around, you can enjoy a cup of tea, a cheese board or a glass of wine. There are also chocolate samples from the region, as well as live entertainment on weekends.

I suggest arranging this Swan Valley tour from September to December to take advantage of the warmer weather.

Details of interest

• Price: from €87 per person.
• Duration: approximately seven hours.
• Means of transport: usually includes return transport in an air-conditioned vehicle.

If you enjoy evening plans and want to explore Perth's surroundings, this tour is perfect for you. It will take you to see the medicinal plants used by the Aboriginal Australians. Plus, during whale-watching season, you'll be able to see a unique spectacle.

It's an ideal plan for a romantic getaway, as you'll have the option of dining at a barbecue under the stars. There is a telescope to explore the mysteries of the universe in depth. The best thing is that such activities are guided by a local guide.

Additionally, you can sandboard on the beach dunes, as well as walk through the wildflower reserve at Nilgen Lookout. You can also explore Hangover Bay, which once belonged to Aboriginal tribes.

Interesting details

• Price: from €106 per person.
• Duration: approximately nine hours.
• Means of transport: includes return transfer in an air-conditioned vehicle.

A wine tasting tour is the best way to enrich your palate in Swan Valley. It's an experience that requires smart casual attire as you stroll through the best parts of this location.

In addition, you can sample cheese, chocolate and local beers, as well as participate in a wine tasting. It is ideal for people who enjoy gastronomic tours, as it brings together the best proposals of the Swan Valley.

During the tour you will have the opportunity to visit a microbrewery, a craft brewery and a brewery.

Details of interest

• Price: from 60 € per person.
• Duration: around eight hours.
• Means of transport: includes transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle.

Rottnest Island is a hidden wonder in Western Australia, here you can find quokkas or enjoy whale watching. It's famous for its traffic-free roads, as no cars are allowed.

You can choose the transport that suits your needs, most take you by :::link|text=ferry to Rottnest Island from Perth|element=sc-154-4777:::. On arrival you can choose a tour bus tour or a bike ride.

Interesting details

• Price: from £78 per person.
• Duration: between eight hours and a day, depending on the type of tour you choose.
• Means of transport: The transfer from Perth is by ferry, but you can go on your own by car.

If you plan to spend several weeks in Perth, you may be interested in a 7-day tour of the surrounding area. You can enjoy guided walks as well as lunch by the sea. There are also other activities that may cost extra, such as spotting manta rays, snorkelling, swimming with sharks or taking a cruise.

During this tour you can:

• Stroll through the limestone rocks and dunes of the Pinnacles Desert.
• Swim with the dolphins at Monkey Mia.
• Take advantage of the submarine trips at Ningaloo, which is Australia's largest coral reef.

Details of interest

• Price: from 976 € per person.
• Duration: about 7 days.
• Means of transport: return transfer included.

To get out of your comfort zone, all you need to do is head to Rockingham. It's a town forty minutes from Perth, where you'll be able to enjoy some eye-catching scenery. What's more, the purpose of this excursion is to skydive from 4,000 metres above the ground.

The adventure takes place on the beach, so you'll have a panoramic view of the city. Please note that the free fall takes 60 seconds and is not suitable for people with heart problems.

Details of interest

• Price: from 258 € per person.
• Duration: approximately four hours.
• Means of transport: does not include transfers to the skydiving point.