Safari in South West Western Australia
Experience stunning coastlines, ancient forests, and unique wildflowers in Western Australia's biodiverse south-west.
South West Western Australia Parks Map
Explore safari parks across South West Western Australia
South West Western Australia Safari Parks
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Alexander Morrison National Park
Alexander Morrison National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Avon Valley National Park
Avon Valley is a national park in Western Australia, 47 kilometres northeast of Perth. It was named after the Avon River, which flows through it. The area is an undulating plateau with the sides of the valley steeply sloping back to the river approximately 200 metres (660 ft) below. The area contains granite outcrops and a mix of soil types including loams, gravels and lateritic sands.
Badgingarra National Park
Badgingarra National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Barnabinmah Conservation Park
Barnabinmah Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Beelu National Park
Beelu National Park is a national park east of Perth, Western Australia. Lying south of Mundaring, Western Australia, and west of the Mundaring Weir Road, it is part of the group of parks known as the Parks of the Darling Range. The park was formerly named Mundaring National Park. Mundaring National Park was established and gazetted in 1995 as part of the Protecting Our Old Growth Forests policy of the state government.
Blackbutt Conservation Park
Blackbutt Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Blackwood River National Park
Blackwood River National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Boorabbin National Park
Boorabbin National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Boorara-Gardner National Park
Boorara-Gardner National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Boyagarring Conservation Park
Boyagarring Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Boyndaminup National Park
Boyndaminup National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Bremer Marine Park
Bremer Marine Park is a protected area in Australia.
Bremer National Park Zone
Bremer National Park Zone is a protected area in Australia.
Brockman National Park
Brockman National Park is a national park in the South West region of Western Australia, 288 kilometres (179 mi) south of Perth and 10 km (6.2 mi) south of Pemberton. The park, situated on both sides of the Pemberton-Northcliffe road, is a eucalypt forest composed of karri Eucalyptus diversicolor interspersed with marri Corymbia calophylla. The forest understorey is made up of a mix of plants including the swamp peppermint Taxandria linearifolia, karri hazel, karri wattle (Acacia pentadenia) and the karri sheoak Allocasuarina decussata , all of which thrive in the damp conditions.
Burra Conservation Park
Burra Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Burringurrah National Park
Burringurrah National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Cane River Conservation Park
Cane River Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Cape Arid National Park
Cape Arid National Park is a national park located in Western Australia, 731 kilometres (454 mi) southeast of Perth. The park is situated 120 kilometres (75 mi) east of Esperance and lies on the shore of the south coast from the eastern end of the Recherche Archipelago. The bay at its eastern side is Israelite Bay, a locality often mentioned in Bureau of Meteorology weather reports as a geographical marker.
Cape Le Grand National Park
Located in Western Australia, this park is famous for its stunning white sand beaches, turquoise waters, and granite peaks. It's particularly known for kangaroos that often relax on the beaches, alongside wallabies, possums, and a variety of coastal birds.
Cape Range Conservation Park
Cape Range Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Cape Range National Park
Cape Range National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Charles Darwin Conservation Reserve
Charles Darwin Conservation Reserve is a protected area in Australia.
Coalseam Conservation Park
Coalseam Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Collie River Conservation Park
Collie River Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Collier Range National Park
Collier Range National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Conservation Park
A remote UNESCO World Heritage site in Western Australia, famous for its unique beehive-shaped sandstone domes. While wildlife viewing is less prominent than the geology, visitors can spot wallabies, goannas, and various bird species in this ancient and striking landscape.
Dalgaranga National Park
Dalgaranga National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Dalgarup National Park
Dalgarup National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Dardanup Conservation Park
Dardanup Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
D'Entrecasteaux National Park
D'Entrecasteaux National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Dirk Hartog Island National Park
Dirk Hartog Island National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Dordie Rocks Nature Reserve
Dordie Rocks Nature Reserve is a protected area in Australia.
Drovers Cave National Park
Drovers Cave National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Dryandra Woodland National Park
One of the last remnants of original Wandoo woodland in Western Australia, Dryandra is a critical refuge for endangered native mammals. It's a fantastic place to spot numbats, woylies, tammar wallabies, and echidnas, especially on guided nocturnal tours.
Easter National Park
Easter National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Eastern Recherche Marine Park
Eastern Recherche Marine Park is a protected area in Australia.
Eastern Recherche National Park Zone
Eastern Recherche National Park Zone is a protected area in Australia.
Ediegarrup Conservation Reserve
Ediegarrup Conservation Reserve is a protected area in Australia.
Fitzgerald River National Park
Fitzgerald River National Park is a national park in the Shires of Ravensthorpe and the Shire of Jerramungup in Western Australia, 419 kilometres (260 mi) southeast of Perth. The park is recognised on Australia's National Heritage List for its outstanding diversity of native plant species; there are 75 plant species which are unique to the 329,882 hectares (815,160 acres) park, and a further 250 are rarely found elsewhere. Although the park only occupies 0.2 percent of Western Australia's land surface, it is home to approximately 20% of the state's described plant species.
Forest Conservation Area
This park features rugged sandstone mountains, ancient Aboriginal rock art sites, and abundant wildlife including kangaroos, wallabies, emus, and a diverse bird population. It's a fantastic destination for hiking, rock climbing, and experiencing the Australian bush.
Forest Grove National Park
Forest Grove National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Francois Peron National Park
Francois Peron National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Frank Hann National Park
Frank Hann National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Geographe National Park Zone
Geographe National Park Zone is a protected area in Australia.
Gloucester National Park
Gloucester National Park is a national park in Western Australia, 281 km south of Perth and about 3 km from Pemberton. This park contains the Gloucester Tree, a renowned karri tree. Visitors can climb up to a viewing platform 60 m above the ground, using the climbing pegs inserted into the tree. The tree and the park are named after the city of Gloucester, England in 1946.
Goldfields Woodlands Conservation Park
Goldfields Woodlands Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Goldfields Woodlands National Park
Goldfields Woodlands National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Goongarrie National Park
Goongarrie National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Gooralong Conservation Park
Gooralong Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Gooseberry Hill National Park
Gooseberry Hill National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Greater Beedelup National Park
Greater Beedelup National Park is a national park in Western Australia, 277 km south of Perth. It is situated on the Vasse Highway 10 km west of Pemberton. The park is especially lush and damp due to an abundance of water. Gazetted in 1910, the park was declared an A Class Reserve in 1915. The Pemberton National Parks Board has been responsible for management of the park since 1957.
Greater Dordagup National Park
Greater Dordagup National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Greater Hawke National Park
Greater Hawke National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Greater Kingston National Park
Greater Kingston National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Greater Preston National Park
Greater Preston National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Greenmount National Park
Greenmount National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Gull Rock National Park
Gull Rock National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Gurdurdu Conservation Park
Gurdurdu Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Hamelin Station Conservation Reserve
Hamelin Station Conservation Reserve is a protected area in Australia.
Hassell National Park
Hassell National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Helena and Aurora Ranges National Park
Helena and Aurora Ranges National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Helena National Park
Helena National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Hester Conservation Park
Hester Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Hilliger National Park
Hilliger National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Houtman Abrolhos Islands National Park
Houtman Abrolhos Islands National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Jane National Park
Jane National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Jilgu National Park
Jilgu National Park is a protected area in Australia.
John Forrest National Park
John Forrest National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Kalamunda National Park
Kalamunda National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Kalbarri National Park
Kalbarri National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Kalgulup Conservation Park
Kalgulup Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Karijini National Park
Karijini National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Kennedy Range National Park
Kennedy Range National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Kennedy Range National Park Addition NRS Addition - Gazettal in Progress
Kennedy Range National Park Addition NRS Addition - Gazettal in Progress is a protected area in Australia.
Kerr Conservation Park
Kerr Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Korijekup Conservation Park
Korijekup Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Korung National Park
Korung National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Lake Muir National Park
Lake Muir National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Lakeside Conservation Park
Lakeside Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Lakeside National Park
Lakeside National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Lane Poole Reserve Conservation Park
Lane Poole Reserve Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park
Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park is a national park in the South West region of Western Australia, 267 km (166 mi) south of Perth. It is named after the two capes either end of the park, Cape Leeuwin and Cape Naturaliste. It is located in the Augusta Margaret River and Busselton council areas, and is claimed to have the highest visiting numbers of any national park in Western Australia.
Len Howard Conservation Park
Len Howard Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Leschenaultia Conservation Park
Leschenaultia Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Leschenault Peninsula Conservation Park
Leschenault Peninsula Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Lesmurdie Falls National Park
Lesmurdie Falls National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Lesueur National Park
Lesueur National Park is a national park straddling the boundary between the Wheatbelt and Mid West regions of Western Australia, 211 km north of Perth. The park was gazetted in 1992. It includes two mesas known as Mount Lesueur and Mount Michaud, and supports a highly diverse flora.
Lupton Conservation Park
Lupton Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Matuwa Kurrara Kurrara National Park
Matuwa Kurrara Kurrara National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Midgegooroo National Park
Midgegooroo National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Milyeannup National Park
Milyeannup National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Monjebup Conservation Reserve
Monjebup Conservation Reserve is a protected area in Australia.
Monjebup North Conservation Reserve
Monjebup North Conservation Reserve is a protected area in Australia.
Moore River National Park
Moore River National Park is a national park in the Wheatbelt region of Western Australia, 95 km north of Perth. The Moore River runs through the park on its way to the Indian Ocean where the township of Guilderton is situated. The park is situated west of the Brand Highway near Regans Ford and consists of mainly banksia heathland.
Mount Frankland National Park
Mount Frankland National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Mount Frankland North National Park
Mount Frankland National Park is a national park in the South West region of Western Australia, 327 km (203 mi) south of Perth. The park is part of the larger Walpole Wilderness Area that was established in 2004, an international biodiversity hotspot.
Mount Frankland South National Park
Mount Frankland National Park is a national park in the South West region of Western Australia, 327 km (203 mi) south of Perth. The park is part of the larger Walpole Wilderness Area that was established in 2004, an international biodiversity hotspot.
Mount Lindesay National Park
Mount Lindesay National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Mount Manning Range Conservation Park
Mount Manning Range Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Mount Roe National Park
Mount Roe National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Mt Gibson Private Nature Reserve
Mt Gibson Private Nature Reserve is a protected area in Australia.
Muggon National Park
Muggon National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Muja Conservation Park
Muja Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Mungada Ridge National Park
Mungada Ridge National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Nambung National Park
Nambung National Park is a national park in the Wheatbelt region of Western Australia, 200 kilometres (120 mi) northwest of the state capital Perth, and 17 kilometres (11 mi) south of the small coastal town of Cervantes. The park contains the Pinnacles Desert which is an area with thousands of limestone formations called pinnacles. The park derives its name from an indigenous Australian word possibly meaning crooked or winding.
Neerabup National Park
Neerabup National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Ningaloo National Park Zone
Ningaloo National Park Zone is a protected area in Australia.
Nyinggulara National Park
Nyinggulara National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Peak Charles National Park
Peak Charles National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Porongurup National Park
Porongurup National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Rapids Conservation Park
Rapids Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Red Moort Conservation Reserve
Red Moort Conservation Reserve is a protected area in Australia.
Rowles Lagoon Conservation Park
Rowles Lagoon Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Scott National Park
Scott National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Serpentine National Park
Serpentine National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Shannon National Park
Shannon National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Sir James Mitchell National Park
Sir James Mitchell National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Stirling Range National Park
Stirling Range National Park is a national park in the Great Southern region of Western Australia, approximately 337 kilometres (209 mi) south-east of Perth. There is also an eponymous locality, stretching across the shires of Cranbrook, Gnowangerup and Plantagenet, but the boundaries of the national park and the locality are not identical.
Stokes National Park
Stokes National Park is a national park in the Goldfields-Esperance region of Western Australia, 538 km south-east of Perth. The National Park is located 80 kilometres (50 mi) west of Esperance on the southern coast. The park was named after Stokes Inlet, which lies within the park and is its best known feature, which was in turn named in 1848 by John Septimus Roe the Surveyor General of Western Australia while leading a five-man exploration expedition along the coast, commemorating John Lort Stokes' work on HMS Beagle surveying the Western Australian coast.
Tathra National Park
Tathra National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Torndirrup National Park
Torndirrup National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Totadgin Conservation Park
Totadgin Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Tuart Forest National Park
Tuart Forest National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Twilight Marine Park
Twilight Marine Park is a protected area in Australia.
Twilight National Park Zone
Twilight National Park Zone is a protected area in Australia.
Two Rocks National Park Zone
Two Rocks National Park Zone is a protected area in Australia.
Unnamed WA01333 Conservation Park
Unnamed WA01333 Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Unnamed WA17519 National Park
Unnamed WA17519 National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Unnamed WA23088 Conservation Park
Unnamed WA23088 Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Unnamed WA23920 Conservation Park
Unnamed WA23920 Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Unnamed WA24657 Conservation Park
Unnamed WA24657 Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Unnamed WA29901 Conservation Park
Unnamed WA29901 Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Unnamed WA33448 Conservation Park
Unnamed WA33448 Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Unnamed WA34213 Conservation Park
Unnamed WA34213 Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Unnamed WA38749 Conservation Park
Unnamed WA38749 Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Unnamed WA39584 Conservation Park
Unnamed WA39584 Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Unnamed WA39752 Conservation Park
Unnamed WA39752 Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Unnamed WA41986 Conservation Park
Unnamed WA41986 Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Unnamed WA43290 Conservation Park
Unnamed WA43290 Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Unnamed WA46400 National Park
Unnamed WA46400 National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Unnamed WA46756 Conservation Park
Unnamed WA46756 Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Unnamed WA47100 Conservation Park
Unnamed WA47100 Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Unnamed WA47688 National Park
Unnamed WA47688 National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Unnamed WA48291 Conservation Park
Unnamed WA48291 Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Unnamed WA48436 Conservation Park
Unnamed WA48436 Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Unnamed WA48717 Conservation Park
Unnamed WA48717 Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Unnamed WA49144 Conservation Park
Unnamed WA49144 Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Unnamed WA49220 Conservation Park
Unnamed WA49220 Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Unnamed WA49363 Conservation Park
Unnamed WA49363 Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Unnamed WA49561 Conservation Park
Unnamed WA49561 Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Unnamed WA49742 Conservation Park
Unnamed WA49742 Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Unnamed WA49994 Conservation Park
Unnamed WA49994 Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Unnamed WA51963 Conservation Park
Unnamed WA51963 Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Unnamed WA53313 Conservation Park
Unnamed WA53313 Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Unnamed WA53632 Conservation Park
Unnamed WA53632 Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Unnamed WA53843 National Park
Unnamed WA53843 National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Unnamed WA53971 Conservation Park
Unnamed WA53971 Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
WA17804 Conservation Park
WA17804 Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Wallaroo Rock Conservation Park
Wallaroo Rock Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Walpole And Nornalup Inlets Marine Park
Walpole And Nornalup Inlets Marine Park is a protected area in Australia.
Walpole-Nornalup National Park
Walpole-Nornalup National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Walyunga National Park
Walyunga National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Wandoo National Park
Wandoo National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Warren National Park
Warren National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Warriedar Station Nature Reserve NRS Addition - Gazettal in Progress
Warriedar Station Nature Reserve NRS Addition - Gazettal in Progress is a protected area in Australia.
Watheroo National Park
Watheroo National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Waychinicup National Park
Waychinicup National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Wellington National Park
Wellington National Park is a protected area in Australia.
West Cape Howe National Park
West Cape Howe National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Westralia Conservation Park
Westralia Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Whicher National Park
Whicher National Park is a protected area in Australia.
William Bay National Park
William Bay National Park is a national park in the Great Southern region of Western Australia, 369 km (229 mi) southeast of Perth and between the towns of Denmark and Walpole.
Wiltshire-Butler National Park
Wiltshire-Butler National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Wooditjup National Park
Wooditjup National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Yalgorup National Park
Yalgorup National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Yanchep National Park
Yanchep National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Yarra Yarra Lake Conservation Park
Yarra Yarra Lake Conservation Park is a protected area in Australia.
Yelverton National Park
Yelverton National Park is a protected area in Australia.
Compare Parks in South West Western Australia
Side-by-side comparison of safari parks in South West Western Australia
| Park | Area | Wildlife | Lodges | Crowds | Malaria | Airport |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Le Grand National Park | 309 km² | 124 | - | Very Quiet | Moderate | AU-0005 (37km) |
| Conservation Park | - | 115 | - | Very Quiet | Moderate | MJP (8km) |
| Forest Conservation Area | - | 112 | - | Very Quiet | Moderate | MJP (28km) |
| Dryandra Woodland National Park | - | 146 | - | Quiet | Moderate | NRG (17km) |
| Alexander Morrison National Park | 85 km² | 105 | - | Very Quiet | Moderate | ENB (41km) |
| Avon Valley National Park | 45 km² | 162 | - | Quiet | Moderate | AU-0043 (12km) |
| Badgingarra National Park | 131 km² | 127 | - | Very Quiet | Moderate | AU-0752 (11km) |
| Barnabinmah Conservation Park | - | 100 | - | Very Quiet | Moderate | YGGE (42km) |
| Beelu National Park | 46 km² | 169 | - | Quiet | Moderate | PER (15km) |
| Blackbutt Conservation Park | - | 112 | - | Very Quiet | Moderate | YNAU (23km) |
| Blackwood River National Park | - | 150 | - | Very Quiet | Moderate | YNAU (28km) |
| Boorabbin National Park | 260 km² | 86 | - | Very Quiet | Moderate | YEJI (53km) |
119 species recorded in South West Western Australia16 threatened
Stepping into South West Western Australia, we are immediately struck by the sheer vibrancy of its natural palette. The air here carries the scent of eucalyptus and salt, a truly invigorating combination, especially when exploring the towering karri forests or walking along the pristine coastlines. We particularly love how the ancient forests feel like living cathedrals, their immense scale humbling, while the spring wildflower displays are simply unparalleled globally. This is a landscape that demands exploration, offering a profound connection to an ancient and incredibly resilient ecosystem.
Terrain & Altitude
A mosaic of dramatic coastal cliffs, pristine beaches, rolling agricultural land, and ancient karri and jarrah forests.
Predominantly low-lying coastal plains and gently undulating hills, ranging from sea level to approximately 500m.
Vegetation
Dominated by ancient eucalypt forests, particularly karri and jarrah, alongside extensive heathlands, coastal scrub, and a spectacular seasonal display of unique wildflowers.
Water Sources
Numerous seasonal rivers and permanent waterways flow to the Indian Ocean, complemented by freshwater lakes, estuaries, and significant wetland systems.
Unique Features
Its status as one of the world's 36 biodiversity hotspots, characterized by an extraordinary concentration of endemic plant species and ancient forest ecosystems, truly sets it apart.
While Perth Airport is the main gateway, we strongly recommend flying directly into Busselton Margaret River Airport if possible to shave off significant driving time. Alternatively, renting a car in Perth is essential; the freedom to explore the scattered wineries, ancient forests, and dramatic coastlines at your own pace is what makes the South West so special.
Nearest Airports
Perth Airport (PER)
300km / 3.5hr drive
Frequent domestic and international flights from all major Australian cities and hubs like Singapore and Dubai.
Busselton Margaret River Airport (BQB)
10km / 15min drive
Limited regional flights from Perth.
Driving Routes
From Perth
The most straightforward route is south on the Kwinana Freeway which becomes Forrest Highway, then onto Bussell Highway. We love this drive as the landscape gradually shifts from urban sprawl to rolling farmland and then the beginning of the tall timber country.
From Albany
Heading west along the coast via the Albany Highway then connecting to the South Western Highway offers stunning coastal glimpses and passes through charming towns. It's a longer but incredibly scenic option if you have the time.
Temperature
23.9°C
75°F
Rainfall
7.7 mm
Dry season
Humidity
51.4%
Sunshine
12.6 hrs/day
Data source: Open-Meteo Archive API
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