Esperance

For squeaky-white beaches, getting off the beaten track and bunking down under the stars, head south to Esperance. Situated a one and a half hour flight or a nine hour drive from Perth, it's the ideal location for beach lovers.

The town is nestled on the shores of Esperance Bay with hundreds of islands dotting the coast. Four National Parks take you up close to pristine nature with beautiful seasonal wildflowers, granite headlands, rugged coastal scenery and views over the islands of the Recherche Archipelago. Esperance is an ideal swimming spot, while West Beach, Fourth Beach and Observatory Beach boast some of the best surfing.

If snorkelling appeals, locals say the lagoon to the east of West Beach is good, as is idyllic-sounding Blue Haven Beach and Twilight Cove. For more information on Esperance contact the Esperance Visitor Centre on +61 8 9083 1555 or visit their website at http://www.visitesperance.com/

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