Kalbarri

"OOOOh KALBARRI, You BEAUTY! Its located 570.9 km north of Perth (6 hours drive) by driving via State Route 60 and National Route 1. From Coral Bay, it’s a 6 hour 45 minute drive South (672.8 km) along National Route 1 for those who are doing this roadtrip in the different direction. For 400 million years the flow of the Murchison River has carved gorgeous deep red and white striped gorges that stretch 80km towards the Indian Ocean. Make sure to stop here more than a day because there is so much to do. You wont regret it! 1. visit NATURE'S WINDOW and take the famous instagram picture. This unique rock formation has been naturally formed in a window shape overlooking the valley of the national park. . 2. Check out the Z- BEND hike! This was so much fun. Felt a bit like Maraiana jones. Tramping and scrambling down was a little adventure. It's not dangerous at all but well worth the views. . 3. Walk the KALBARRI SKYWALK. This is included in the parkpass and well worth a visit for sunset and sunrise. It's spectacular to see how the light illuminates the gorge below. If you go for sunrise you can enjoy seeing the sun rises straight in front of you. Tell me is there a better way to start the day ? . 4. Checkout ROSS GRAHAM LOOKOUT & HAWK'S HEAD. It's a bit off "the beaten" track but well worth the short hike. . 5. Hike Along the Kalbarri National Park Coastal Cliffs. Yes this place has it all. Not only some beautiful gorges but also a stunning coast. You see, there is a lot to discover in this area. Keep a lookout for migrating humpback whales between the months of June and November. We experienced most of the 8km coastal walk in sections, driving from point to point and then walking to the various lookout points along the way. Make sure to stop at the NATURAL BRIDGE and ISLAND ROCK. Another phenomenal place to see the sunset. I admit i am a sunrise - sunset person and most of my itineraries revolve about this experience. It's perfect to reflect on your day with a coffee in the morning or a beer in the evening and it's free. win/win if you ask me. . 6. Try to spot some sharks EAGLE GORGE LOOKOUT, swim in the BLUE HOLES or hike to RAINBOW VALLEY and MUSHROOM ROCK. If you haven't had enough of all this stunning landscapes, go to RED BLUFF LOOKOUT to spot some whales during season. . 7. You find HUTT LAGOON on a short hour drive from KALBARRI. ( Best to do this if you come from PERTH or return to PERTH because it's almost on the way ). The shade of the lake differs depending on the time of year you visit it. this natural wonder is a vast scene of pink sea, which is caused by a natural algae that changes the pigment to a red color, making the lake a pinkish purple color. Best time to visit is between 10:00 AM and 02:00 PM because of the sunlight. NEWSFLASH: It will never be as vivid bubble gum pink as instagram wants you to believe and during the summer the lake can pretty much dry up and look more like a salt flat, so it’s best to manage your expectations before visiting. Happy hiking, "

"Spectacular! Only 30 mins from Kalbarri. 2-3 hours here is enough. "