Published for: Tuesday, 5/08/2008
Travel Guides -> Attractions -> Western Australia -> Sunset Coast
Gingin - The Gingin Cemetery is renowned for its prolific display of Kangaroo Paws, one type of which is believed to be unique. Worth visiting in the spring months of September through to November.
Gingin - See the stars and planets tonight at the Gingin Observatory! Evening and daytime astronomy experiences featuring hands on access to our telescopes and generous time with our expert astronomers in Australia’s best equipped public observatory.
Gingin Observatory is situated next to the Gravity Discovery Centre amongst a stunning display of wildflowers, pristine bushland and kangaroos on Wallingup Plain only one hour from Perth.
A stargazing night is an amazing way to end a delightful day trip f... read more
Gingin - A compact and accessible walk trail has been identified featuring many scenic and historical attractions within the towns central precinct, including Jones` Shop 1854, St Luke`s 1861, Uniting Church 1870, Gingin Post Office 1886 and Philbey`s Cottage 1903.
A notable feature of the walk is the Jim Gordon VC Trail, which traverses the Gingin Brook and offers an impressive stroll through ferns and lillies under a canopy of ancient Paperbarks. The 45 minute walk is suitable for people of all ages.... read more
Guilderton - One of Western Australia’s most unusual sites is the Guilderton Sunken Pinnacles north of Perth.
This limestone formation is a natural phenomenon that is like a miniature version of the famous Pinnacles Desert near Cervantes.
The Guilderton Sunken Pinnacles have been excavated to give visitors a clear view of limestone spiers. You can see the Guilderton Sunken Pinnacles easily from the roadside.
They’re located about five minutes before Guilderton town site on Guilderton Road heading toward... read more
Lancelin Island Nature Reserve
Lancelin - Lancelin Island Nature Reserve (500 metres off shore) is managed for the conservation of flora and fauna. The island is an important sanctuary for a variety of breeding seabirds, for several resident landbirds and lizards and for resting sea-lions.
A variety of marine, wading and land birds may be observed on Lancelin Island.
Your help is needed to protect the island`s wildlife which is vulnerable to unthinking human activities. In particular it is important that visitors, stay only on the wel... read more
Lancelin - For a taste of adventure and an injection of adrenalin, head to the Lancelin sand dunes north of Perth.
Here, you can go sand boarding down massive 45 degree angle dunes, which are the biggest in Western Australia.
Hire a dune buggy, or hit the sand in a dirt bike or four wheel drive.
From the peaks you’ll be rewarded with a panoramic outlook over Lancelin, surrounding farmland, sand hills and coastline.
Some of the best views are at dawn and dusk.
The sand dune system is about two kilo... read more
Guilderton - The Moore River estuary is one of the most pristine, yet fragile, fresh water estuaries in Western Australia.
A stretch of calm sheltered water, an ideal swimming area for children. Visitors can also go boating or explore the upper reaches of the river and its wildlife on a cruise.
Fishing is excellent in both the river and the ocean. While the ocean also usually provides good waves for surfers.
Gingin - You can see springtime wildflowers on a visit to untouched Moore River National Park north of Perth.
The park has been set aside for preservation and remains virgin bush.
Here, there are thickets of tall eucalypts while banksia’s colour the landscape in spring time.
Moore River National Park covers an area of more than 17,500 hectares in the Shire of Gin Gin, just over an hour’s drive north of Perth.
The park is open for day visits only.
Riseborough Estate Winery & Gallery
Gingin - Riseborough Estate is a spacious modern winery, cellar door and fine art gallery built on a hilltop with spectactulor views over the valleys of Gingin.
Our cellar door offers tastings of some fantastic award winning premium wines. This tranquil setting is amongst 20 acres of immaculately kept vines producing gold and silver medal winning wines at the 2005 Royal Perth and Swan Valley Shows.
Gourmet hampers will be available in autumn and can be enjoyed on the premises or taken with you on your... read more
Gingin - The Gravity Discovery Centre integrates art, science and technology and provides a cross cultural understanding of cosmology from the Dreamtime to the Big Bang Theory. The centre is a self-supportive, non-profit enterprise dedicated to public education.
The newly completed 45m tall Leaning Tower of Gingin is an amazing structure and a great addition to the Gravity Discovery Centre. It has been modelled on the Leaning Tower of Pisa in Italy, where Galileo originally conducted his experiments on... read more
Gingin - Wallering Brook is a twenty acre property on Brand Highway, only eight kilometres from Gingin.
Pink and white Everlastings are in abundance during springtime. Over the years this has been a magnificent sight.
Visitors are welcome to drive in and purchase ready picked dried bunches of flowers or pick their own fresh ones. Take photos amidst the spectacular carpet of flowers for your album.
Gingin - West Coast Honey offers a unique opportunity to view the world of bees. Set in a tranquil rural setting of Blue Gums and Banksia woodland is West Coast Honey - `Heaven from a Hive`.
Come and observe the process of honey extraction (seasonal) from behind glass viewing windows, by this experienced family of beekeepers. West Coast Honey is proud to be the only showroom in Western Australia that has facilities open to the public, in a perfectly safe environment.
During the demonstration, friendly ... read more
Joondalup - Yellagonga Regional Park is located 20 kilometres north of Perth and adjoins the city centres of Joondalup and Wanneroo. Within the 1,500 hectare park are Lakes Joondalup and Goollelal, and the Walluburnup and Beenyup Swamps. These wetlands provide a summer refuge for migratory birds and support a variety of wildlife species.
While at Yellagonga you can visit the historical village at Perry`s Paddock, Cockman House, or check out the old Luisini Winery. It is a great place for bushwalking, birdw... read more
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