South West, Western Australia © Tourism Western Australia

Guide to South West Western Australia

With its Mediterranean climate, long stretches of quiet beaches and world-class wine, Western Australia’s South West is a region worth tucking in to.

There’s an air of easy-going luxury in the South West, from the tangible opulence of world-class accommodation and fine dining in Margaret River to the luxury of secluded beaches and vast skylines as you head further west. It’s a region where you can indulge tonight and make up for it tomorrow with a hike, surf or yoga session – or not. Its biodiversity and unique collection of spectacular natural attractions will pique your imagination (regardless of your age) and its quirky animal encounters will leave you with long-lasting memories. Whether you embark on an epic road trip, explore on foot or on a guided tour, the only requisite is to ensure you give this remarkable place the time it deserves.

Destinations in South West Western Australia

Cape Naturaliste, near Dunsborough, WA © Tourism Western Australia

Margaret River

Albany coastline, Southwest, WA © Amazing Albany

Albany

Kangaroo, Lucky Bay, Cape Le Grand National Park, WA © Tourism Western Australia

Esperance

Kalgoorlie Boulder, Golden Outback, WA © Tourism Western Australia

Kalgoorlie-boulder

Trips and itineraries

Vasse Felix, Margaret River, WA © Peter Bennetts

3 days in Margaret River

Lake Hillier, Middle Island near Esperance, WA © Tourism Western Australia

10-day trip of colourful attractions

Couple sunbathing on the beach next to 4WD at Cape Le Grand National Park © Australia's Golden Outback

14-day road trip through Western Australia's South West Edge

Crown Spa, Crown Towers Perth, WA © George Apostilidis

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Travellers' stories

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Indigenous symbol - Natural Beauty

We acknowledge the Traditional Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Owners of the land, sea and waters of the Australian continent, and recognise their custodianship of culture and Country for over 60,000 years.

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