Western Australia

Step outside of the everyday and into a dream. A place where reality and the otherworldly combine. Feel the freedom and experience the flavours of the Margaret River Region. Open your eyes to the underwater enchantment of #NingalooReef / Nyinggulu, glide with majestic whale sharks, and dive into a world of colour and coral. Quiet your mind and breathe in the magic of the Kimberley, a transcendent landscape that comes to life through ancient stories shared. Reconnect and revel in the capital of Perth / Boorloo, a city that will light you up with its culture, cuisine and creativity. And just like a dream, sometimes everything is quite real, sometimes truly magical. This is a place of natural wonders, supernatural contrasts and rare experiences. A truly wondrous and dreamlike place to explore. Western Australia. Walking On A Dream. #WAtheDreamState

Ready to rise, shine, and reach epic heights? 🌄 Turn your gaze towards the iconic beacon that is the @CapeLeeuwinLighthouse. Perched proudly at @Australia's most south-westerly tip, where the Southern and Indian Oceans gracefully embrace, this historic lighthouse illuminates more than meets the eye. Embark on a journey through maritime tales and discover how local limestone brought this masterpiece to life in 1895. Holding the title of mainland Australia's tallest lighthouse, it's an absolute must on your @MargaretRiver itinerary - and from May to September is the vantage point offering a front-row seat to the majestic migration of whales. Only a short 15-minute drive from #Augusta, or an under-four-hour drive from @DestinationPerth (Boorloo), the Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse beckons you to explore its lofty wonders. Get dreaming via the @WesternAustralia bio! 📸:@kai.photography87 in #WAtheDreamState @Australias_SouthWest #SeeAustralia #ComeAndSayGDay #AustraliasSouthWest

Where wine and wilderness waltz 🍷🌿 On this first day of spring (Djilba), amidst the lush beauty of @MargaretRiver, stands @PasselEstate on Wadandi Noongar Country. Owners Wendy and Barry Stimpson invite you on a captivating Nature and Wine Walk - a journey through their vineyard sanctuary, where stories of devotion, sustainability, and award-winning wines intertwine. Wander a bushland haven, home to native species, including the resident passel (family) of western ringtail possums. Delight in award-winning Shiraz beside the vines before immersing in guided tastings of single-vineyard wines with farmhouse fresh cheese. Let your taste buds dance as Margaret River’s premier chocolatier, Nadia Haskell of @HarlequinDessert crafts chocolate-encased bonbons to pair perfectly with new vintage releases in their Wine and Food Pairing Experience. Ready to embrace the beauty of spring (Djilba)? Let Passel Estate awaken your senses. Get dreaming via the @WesternAustralia bio! 📸: @PasselEstate in #WAtheDreamState @Australias_SouthWest #SeeAustralia #ComeAndSayGDay #AustraliasSouthWest [ID] Footage of a group of people enjoying the Nature and Wine Walks experience at winery Passel Estate, located in the Margaret River region of Western Australia

Welcome to a realm where nature flaunts its ultimate A-game 🌊 Brace yourself for the mind-blowing beauty of #CapeLeGrandNationalPark - a coastline painted in breathtaking shades of blue, and sand so brilliantly white. Just a short drive from @VisitEsperance (Kepa Kurl), spring's gentle nudge invites you to explore towering granite wonders, crystal-clear pools and endless stretches of white sand embracing turquoise waters in this dreamy wonderland. Suit up and catch those waves, cruise the coastline, or take tranquil beach walks where whispers of whales mark the finale of their season. @ExploreParksWA invites you to stick around as the Cape Le Grand Campsite rolls out the welcome mat for every kind of adventurer with a variety of sites. Pack your anticipation and gear up for an experience that nature herself would applaud. Ready to answer the call of adventure? Get dreaming via the @WesternAustralia bio! 📸: @rosslongphoto in #WAtheDreamState @AustraliasGoldenOutback #SeeAustralia #ComeAndSayGDay #GoldenOutback

A cave of wonders, no magic carpet required! 🧞 Venture to the heart of the @MimbiCaves, just 90 minutes southeast of Fitzroy Crossing, with #GirloorlooTours. Enter the towering karst cliffs standing as the stoic guardians of the cave and be guided by Rosemary, a Gooniyandi woman, as her tales of bush tucker, medicine, and vibrant ecosystems breathe life into the surroundings. Through filtered light, treasured rock paintings illuminate, echoing the stories of ancestors and the spirit of the Gooniyandi people. Stay on under a gem-studded night sky, settling in for an enchanting evening with @CampingwithCustodians of the land at the Mimbi Caves Campground. Here, around a crackling campfire, gain precious insights into Aboriginal culture with a memorable stay you won’t encounter anywhere else. Get dreaming via the @WesternAustralia bio! 📸: @cjmaddock in #WAtheDreamState @AustraliasNorthWest Tread #AncientTracks with @WAITOC #SeeAustralia #ComeAndSayGDay #AustraliasNorthWest

Buckle those helmets and clip yourself in 🚴‍♂️ it’s time to turn trails into epic tales. Imagine weaving through towering jarrah and marri trees and feeling the world shrink to just you and the thrill of the ride. The adventure trail town of @VisitDwellingup scratches that adrenaline itch perfectly. An hour south of Perth (Boorloo), this picturesque location offers pristine camping spots, rivers that will soothe your soul, and endless hiking and mountain bike trails to conquer. Inside Lane Poole Reserve, the Murray Valley Trails feature native critter-inspired names - try easy Quollity Street, and progress to the intermediate Quokkamoly. For those seeking the competitive spirit, plan your trip to coincide with the annual @dwellingup100 and test yourself against other ‘shredders’ from Sep 14-17: entries close at the end of August! Get dreaming via the @WesternAustralia bio! 📸: @Dwellingup100 in #WAtheDreamState @DestinationPerth @TrailsWA #SeeAustralia #ComeAndSayGDay #SeePerth [ID] Footage of a group of people riding mountain bikes through trails in a forest of towering jarrah and marri trees at the Act Belong Commit Dwellingup 100, Western Australia’s premier Mountain Bike event, held annually in Dwellingup, Western Australia

Nature's Pause Button: Venture into the rust-red embrace and hit reset at #KarijiniNationalPark - where worries wander off and time takes a breather 🧘🏼 At Knox Lookout you’re treated to breathtaking views of #KnoxGorge merging with Wittenoom Gorge. Follow the trail from the lookout, descending into Knox Gorge's heart – a two-kilometre return trail that demands a touch of adventure. Traverse rocks, and tread gently along ledges, until you arrive at the slot canyon embrace. It's there, like a secret whispered by the earth, you'll discover Knox Gorge's breathtaking views and serene waterholes. Best enjoyed at dawn or dusk, to witness the rock faces come alive with hues you'll have to see to believe. Get dreaming via the @WesternAustralia bio! 📸: @hayley.mitch.travels in #WAtheDreamState @AustraliasNorthWest #SeeAustralia #ComeAndSayGDay #AustraliasNorthWest

Whales, pearls, and a feast fit for royalty! 🐋🍾 Indulge in an oceanic adventure like no other with @broomecruises that goes beyond luxury – it’s a symphony of flavours, breathtaking views, and hands-on experience. Imagine sipping on bubbles and fine Margaret River wines, as you indulge in a seven-course menu of fresh local ingredients crafted by your own private onboard chef. Dive into the rare experience of harvesting pearl meat from @cygnetbaypearlfarm, plucked fresh from the oyster, and prepared into an exquisite dish. All of this against the backdrop of a magical @VisitBroome (Rubibi) sunset, this is a journey like no other. Are you ready to embark on this oceanic culinary journey? Get dreaming via the @WesternAustralia bio! 📸: @broomecruises in #WAtheDreamState @AustraliasNorthWest #SeeAustralia #ComeAndSayGDay #AustraliasNorthWest [ID] Aerial of the Broome Cruises boat in the ocean off the coast of Broome, Western Australia with passengers onboard witnessing three whales swimming by

I hear your heartbeat to the beat of the drums 🥁 Just a hop away from @DestinationPerth (Boorloo), Mundaring Weir beckons. Let locals greet you with chance displays of rhythm, right in the heart of @PerthHillsMundaring. Follow trails through untouched bush, unveiling native flora and captivating wildlife. Let the symphony of birdsong be your soundtrack as you picnic under shady trees or indulge in a post-hike delight at @MundaringWeirHotel_. This is not just any picnic area – it’s where the legendary 700km water pipeline to Kalgoorlie’s (Karlkurla) goldfields begins! Let water’s tales entwine with lush surroundings, weaving a captivating backdrop in this enchanting spot. Get dreaming via the @WesternAustralia bio! 📸: @frabbor in #WAtheDreamState @DestinationPerth #SeeAustralia #ComeAndSayGDay #DestinationPerth [ID] Two kangaroos in the picnic area at Mundaring Weir, in the Perth Hills. One kangaroo is scratching its stomach as if it’s beating its chest

Nature's got a status update: Adventure Pending 🏞️ Discover the unspoiled wilderness of #FitzgeraldNationalPark in the @GreatSouthernTreasures – the playground for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers. From shoreline mountains to crystal-clear rock pools, this haven offers hiking trails, camping, canoeing, fishing, and whale watching. Recognised by @UNESCO as one of the planet's most diverse botanical regions, this park unveils a botanical wonderland boasting an astonishing 1,800 flowering plant species, adorned with a kaleidoscope of wildflowers that paint the landscape during spring. Nestled between #BremerBay and #Hopetoun and just six hours southwest of @DestinationPerth (Boorloo), brace yourself to be whisked off to an untamed realm, where unrefined beauty and raw landscapes dance in harmony. Get dreaming via the @WesternAustralia bio! 📸: @anton.wilk in #WAtheDreamState @Australias_SouthWest #SeeAustralia #ComeAndSayGDay #AustraliasSouthWest

Go ahead. Pinch yourself. A front-row seat of the #BungleBungleRange is the ultimate POV 🚁 Join @HeliSpirit on a scenic flight over this otherworldly landscape in the World Heritage-listed #PurnululuNationalPark. Witness towering rocky domes emerging from the savannah, resembling vibrant beehives dipped in shades of orange and black. Crafted over 350 million years, this is Mother Nature’s trophy cabinet. @NexusAirlinesAU has your adventure itch covered with daily flights to both Kununurra (Goonoonoorrang) and Broome (Rubibi). Whether you’re an aerial aficionado or a ground-based explorer, these towering sandstone giants of the #MagicKimberley are about to have you under their spell! Get dreaming via the @WesternAustralia bio! 📸: @abbeycholmes in #WAtheDreamState @AustraliasNorthWest #SeeAustralia #ComeAndSayGDay #AustraliasNorthWest [ID] Footage from the front seat of a scenic flight over the Bungle Bungle Range in the World Heritage-listed Purnululu National Park in Western Australia, where orange and black sandstone domes rise 300 metres above the grass-covered plains

Green, gold, and the spirit of champions! 💚💛 Hats off, @Matildas – you've rocked the @FIFAWomensWorldCup and set our national spirit ablaze! From electrifying matches to igniting crowds, you've left us bursting with pride. Mother Nature agrees as she paints our backyard in your honour over breathtaking canola fields like those in @VisitToodyay. Further south @petteetpark, a 100-acre stud farm opens to the public for Canola season today in @experienceyork. Let the beauty of springtime weave its magic and keep that champion spirit alive! We can't wait to cheer the Tillies come October as @DestinationPerth hosts an enthralling series of matches for Paris 2024™ Asian Qualifiers from Oct 23 - Nov 1. Get dreaming via the @WesternAustralia bio! 📸: @seenbylexo in #WAtheDreamState @DestinationPerth #SeeAustralia #ComeAndSayGDay #DestinationPerth 🚫🌾 Canola fields are on private property – please stay on the right side of fences and avoid entering any farmer's property without permission. Let's keep the appreciation blooming while leaving the crops untouched.