Ningaloo Reef, Exmouth and Coral Bay - Western Australia's Coral Coast

 CORAL BAY

Coral Bay is situated 1132kms north of Perth, 153 kms south of Exmouth and 227 north west of Carnarvon. Coral Bay is the southern gateway to the 260 kilometre long Ningaloo Reef. What started off as a quiet 'hideaway', has over the last 40 years become one of Western Australia's most popular tourist destinations with its unique marine environment, diverse flora and fauna, and idyllic, isolated location.

Coral Bay is ideal for the family looking for a safe enviroment, lone traveller or a group travelling together, searching for excitement, adventure or relaxation. For families looking for an enjoyable, safe environment - you'll find it at Coral Bay. Simply relax, unwind and see nature at it's very unique best.

With the Ningaloo Reef at your door step, a number of tour operators are ready to take you swimming with the whale sharks, diving or snorkelling over the Ningaloo Reef, whale watching, coral viewing tour on the glass bottom boats, kayak adventures or off road exploring on Quad Bikes or 4WD.

Coral Bay is a safe swimming area for children. Crystal clear water and at times, within metres from the shoreline, you can experience swimming amongst tropical fish and over coral reefs.

Coral Bay's weather, similar to Exmouth's tropical climate, is a great feature of the area. In Summer the average maximum temperature is 37°C with an average minimum temperature of 20°C. In Winter the average maximum temperature is 24°C with an average minimum temperature of 11°C. Surface water temperatures range from 26-31°C in Summer (December - March) and 19-24°C in Winter.

A variety of accommodation is available at Coral Bay, ranging from unpowered tent sites to self contained units and motel accommodation. Booking early is advisable. No matter where you stay in Coral Bay you won't have far to go to the beaches.

Ningaloo Reef - Exmouth - Coral Bay - Places to Stay - Tours - Things To Do - Things To See - Whale Sharks - Humpback Whales - Fishing - Getting There