Embrace coastal living with this one-day guide to Exmouth/Ningaloo. Nestled into Western Australia’s North West Cape, this small sunny town delivers both relaxation and adventure. Whether you’re passing through on a road trip or flying into Exmouth for the day, the Hertz rental car branch in Exmouth Downtown makes it easy for you to grab your keys, your car, and get going to discover the amazing adventure that awaits.
Wake Up with the Sun
With only a day to spend in gorgeous Exmouth, you’ll want to begin your morning bright and early. There’s no better way to wake up than with the sun, and no better view to watch it soar up over the horizon than at the Vlamingh Head Lighthouse. Less than twenty minutes’ drive north of Exmouth, the lighthouse delivers both stunning views of the ocean as the sunlight grazes the waves and a sweeping panoramic view of Lighthouse Bay below. Because of the lighthouse’s unique location at the northern tip of the North West Cape of Western Australia, Vlamingh Head boasts not just spectacular sunrise views, but also incredible sunset views as the sun sinks back down on the other side of the ocean. Beginning your day in Exmouth with watching the sunrise is the perfect start to your coastal adventure, giving you a taste of all the beauty on offer in this region.
Embrace Nature
Boasting pristine turquoise waters on one side and the lush native bush on the other, this slice of paradise has a plethora of flora and fauna to explore. Exmouth’s location acts as a gateway to the nearby Ningaloo Marine Park, as well as the Cape Range National Park. Before you head out to discover the amazing nature that is home to the area, fuel up with brunch at Social Society. Located in the heart of town, Social Society is part cafe, part lifestyle space. With a menu of organic and ethically sourced wholesome foods, you’ll be sure to find something to eat that is both healthy and delicious. Once you’re fed and ready to get back on the road, head through Cape Range National Park to Mandu Mandu Gorge. Positioned between the orange rock of the ranges and the vast blue of the ocean, the walking trail through Mandu Mandu delivers you the best of both worlds. Follow this three kilometre trail through the gorge and take in the picturesque views of the ocean and the Ningaloo Reef on your way back around. Remember to keep an eye out for the inquisitive wallabies and birds of prey, as both are known to frequent this area.
Relax With the Waves
For an afternoon well-spent in Exmouth, you can’t pass up a visit to Turquoise Bay. This pocket of paradise has become widely known as one of Western Australia’s best beaches thanks to its stretches of white-washed sand and its never-ending expanse of turquoise water. The clarity of the water means that you may even be able to spot some marine life sharing the waves with you in this section of the Ningaloo Marine Park. Bring a book and bask in the golden sun of this unbelievable beach as you watch the waves roll in. If you’re feeling adventurous, head toward the Bay Loop parking area for the best spot on the beach to snorkel and discover some of the spectacular marine life.
Wine And Dine Witha View
Dinner is served with fresh seafood and a view at Exmouth’s Whalers restaurant. Indulge in locally caught prawns paired with a cocktail or wine or try the Seafood Medley to get a range of some of the best seafood from the surrounding region. To finish off your day in Exmouth, head back out on the ocean and experience the marine park in a different light. Exmouth Dive and Whale Sharks’ Ningaloo Sunset Cruise Tour is the perfect way to end your travels in this gorgeous part of the world. Depending on the time of year, you might even get the opportunity to witness the majestic Humpback Whales burst through the breaks of the water, or the magnificent turtles and dolphins as they traverse the ocean waves. This sunset tour includes a complimentary glass of Western Australian bubbles, so you can watch the sun sink over the horizon and the stars begin to shine in the clear sky above as you sit back and relax, appreciating this hidden gem in northern Western Australia’s crown of jewels.
From sweeping panoramas of the ocean to untouched gorges of Australian bush, Exmouth is the perfect place to stop for a day and embrace adventure. This unique corner of the country is filled with a range of incredible native fauna and flora, and so much of it can be experienced in just twenty-four hours. So, grab your camera and your Hertz rental car and get on your way!
