Western Australia's Coastal Driving Paradise
Western Australia's coastline stretches over 20,000 km — making it one of the longest and most diverse coastlines of any state or territory in the world. For campervan travellers, WA offers uncrowded beaches, world-class marine life, and some of Australia's most dramatic coastal scenery.
Route 1: Perth to Margaret River (South-West)
Distance: 270 km | Duration: 3–5 days
The south-west of WA is a compact paradise of surf beaches, towering karri forests, and world-renowned wineries. Margaret River is the heart of WA's wine country — over 200 cellar doors producing exceptional cabernet sauvignon, chardonnay, and sauvignon blanc.
Key stops include Busselton Jetty (1.8 km into the ocean), Caves Road (drive through karri forests past limestone caves), and the surf breaks at Yallingup and Prevelly. The Cape to Cape Track (135 km) offers incredible coastal walking — do day sections or the entire multi-day hike.
Route 2: Coral Coast (Perth to Exmouth)
Distance: 1,250 km | Duration: 7–10 days
The flagship WA coastal road trip. Kalbarri gorges, Shark Bay dolphins, Coral Bay snorkelling, and the incomparable Ningaloo Reef. Read our full Perth to Exmouth guide →
Route 3: Full Perth to Broome
Distance: 2,200 km | Duration: 10–21 days
The epic north coast drive through the Pilbara to Broome. Everything in Route 2 plus Karijini National Park and Cable Beach. Read our full Perth to Broome guide →
Route 4: Perth to Esperance (South Coast)
Distance: 720 km | Duration: 4–6 days
Head south-east from Perth to Esperance, home to some of Australia's most beautiful beaches. Lucky Bay in Cape Le Grand National Park is famous for kangaroos lounging on white sand beside turquoise water. The Great Ocean Drive around Esperance visits 11 stunning bays, each more beautiful than the last.
Stop at Wave Rock (the 15-metre granite wave near Hyden) on the way.
