What are the best adventure activities in Perth?

Perth adventures include skydiving over Rockingham Beach, day trips to Rottnest Island to meet quokkas, the Pinnacles Desert in Nambung National Park, swimming with dolphins in Rockingham, sunset camel rides on Cable Beach, and exploring the Swan Valley wine region.

Is Perth worth visiting for backpackers?

Absolutely! Perth is the gateway to Western Australia's incredible landscapes. From here you can explore the Margaret River wine region, drive north to Exmouth and Ningaloo Reef, visit the Pinnacles Desert, and enjoy beautiful city beaches at Cottesloe and Scarborough. Perth also has excellent working holiday opportunities in the WA resources sector.

What is the best time to visit Perth?

September to November (spring) is ideal with wildflower season and warm weather. March to May (autumn) is also excellent. Summer (December to February) can be very hot (35-40°C) but perfect for beach days. Winter is mild with some rain.

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About Perth

A vibrant city offering a mix of urban cool and natural wonders. Take a selfie with a quokka on Rottnest Island, explore the otherworldly Pinnacles Desert, and enjoy beautiful beaches and vibrant Fremantle markets.

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Rottnest Island & quokkas

Pinnacles Desert

Fremantle markets

Kings Park views

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Pinnacles Sunset & Stargazing Tour

Perth to Exmouth Explorer 7 Day Return

Perth to Broome Tour 10 Day

Perth to Exmouth & Return 7 Day Tour

Perth to Exmouth One-Way 5 Day Tour

Perth to Exmouth, Karijini & Return 10 Day

Adelaide to Perth Adventure Tour

Esperance & Margaret River Adventure Tour

Perth to Adelaide Adventure Tour

Yoga Retreat from Perth (Glamping Double/Twin)

Yoga Retreat from Perth (Glamping Single)

Yoga Retreat from Perth (Glamping Triple)

Perth to Exmouth One Way (Basix)

Perth to Exmouth Return (Basix)

Perth to Monkey Mia & Pink Lake (Basix)

Pinnacles Desert Lobster & Yanchep Tour

Pinnacles Sunset Tour with Picnic Dinner

Broome to Perth

Melbourne to Perth

Perth to Broome

Perth to Melbourne

South West Loop

West Coast Loop

Perth Family Surf Experience – Private Group Lesson

10,000ft Rottnest Skydive & Ferry Package (ex Perth City)

15,000ft Rottnest Skydive & Ferry Package (ex Perth City)

2 Hour Whale Watching Cruise from Hillarys Boat Harbour

Adventure Rottnest Tour

Adventure Rottnest Tour & Frankies Lunch (ex Perth)

Discover Rottnest Ferry Bus Tour & Frankies Lunch (ex Perth)

Discover Rottnest with Coach from Perth AM

Discover Rottnest with Coach from Perth PM

Experience Rottnest with Bike & Snorkel from Perth

Experience Rottnest with Bike from Perth

Margaret River - 1 Full Day Margaret River Cave Wine Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse & Busselton Jetty

Margaret River - 1 Full Day Margaret River, Chocolate, Nougat, Wine and Coastal Tour

Margaret River - 4 Day Margaret River Tree Top Walk Albany ANZAC (Double Room)

Margaret River - 4 Day Margaret River Tree Top Walk Albany ANZAC (Single Room)

Margaret River - 4 Day Margaret River Tree Top Walk Albany ANZAC (Twin Room)

Pinnacles - 1 Full Day Pinnacles 4WD Adventure with Koalas and Sand Boarding

Pinnacles Stargazing Tour

Rottnest Island Same Day Return Ferry from Perth

Swim with Wild Dolphins

Wave Rock, York and Aboriginal Culture including Rustic Lunch

Darwin to Broome Kimberley Tour 10 Day

Broome to Darwin Kimberley Tour 10 Day

Broome to Perth Tour 10 Day

Humpback Whale Safari

Humpback Whales Interaction (Swimmer)

Bremer Canyon Killer Whale (Orca) Expediton

Augusta Whale Watching Eco Tour

Dunsborough Whale Watching Eco Tours

Broome Whale Watching and Sunset Cruise

Humpback Whales Interaction (Observer)

10,000ft Rottnest Island Tandem Skydive

10,000ft Rottnest Skydive & Ferry Package (ex Fremantle)

10,000ft Rottnest Skydive & Ferry Package (ex Hillarys)

15,000ft Rottnest Island Tandem Skydive

15,000ft Rottnest Skydive & Ferry Package (ex Fremantle)

15,000ft Rottnest Skydive & Ferry Package (ex Hillarys)

Adventure Rottnest Tour

Adventure Rottnest Tour

Adventure Rottnest Tour & Frankies Lunch (ex B Shed)

Adventure Rottnest Tour with Bike Hire

Dampier Pensinsula Coach Full Day Tour

Dampier Pensinsula Coach Full Day Tour (One Way Flight Return)

Discover Rottnest Ferry & Bus Tour (ex B Shed) - AM

Discover Rottnest Ferry & Bus Tour (ex B Shed) - PM

Dolphin, Sea Lion & Penguin Island Cruise

Experience Rottnest with Bike & Snorkel Hire (ex Northport)

Experience Rottnest with Bike & Snorkel from Fremantle

Experience Rottnest with Bike from Fremantle

Return - Northport to Rottnest Island

Rottnest - Island Explorer Hop On Hop Off - (Ferry fare not included)