Where to snorkel in Perth, here are five recommended places in Western Australia, five places to go with a mask and snorkel to see the beauty of Oceania.
With its abundance of beaches and warm sunshine for nearly 12 months of the year, theWestern Australia it truly offers everything a sea lover can expect from a holiday destination. If you are planning a trip to Perth and the surrounding area, under no circumstances leave your swimsuit, fins and snorkel at home.
Before addressing the where and whys, it is worth remembering that the waters of theIndian Ocean are different from those we are used to in Italy, because the currents can be very strong and the species that inhabit this habitat often represent a danger - therefore always be very careful and respectful of the rules, avoiding disturbing and even touching flora and fauna marina.
1. Point Peron
Point Peron it is a rocky bay an hour's drive south of Perth, in the suburb of Rockingham; access to the water is quite simple thanks to the presence of small beaches that are created between the rocks. A peculiarity of this seabed is the presence of numerous natural caves and sub-tunnels, certainly very fun to explore but only if you get used to the darkness of these waters where the sun's rays filter with difficulty. Precisely because it is a small protected bay, the sea is usually calm and the visibility is excellent.
2. Mettams Pool
Mettams Pool is a hidden gem among the most popular beaches north of Perth. A few hundred meters from Scarbrough and Trigg Beach, it is one of the favorite spots - and therefore the most crowded - by the locals. The seabed is shallow and therefore also ideal for the little ones; the fish, even of large size, often come close to the shore and it is not uncommon to see huge ones too!
3. Rottnest Island
Always remaining in the area but one hour by ferry from the capital, Rottnest Island . “Rotto” as the Australians call it, it is definitely the ideal place for snorkeling. Those who frequent this island know that the most hidden and least accessible places are also the best. Among the areas marked on the map, Parker Point Promontry is by far the most famous, because it is easy to reach and also suitable for novice snorkelers. In this area, in fact, more than anywhere else on the island there are large quantities of coral as well as a great variety of tropical fish.
4. Busselton Pier
Another of the best known and most loved places for diving and snorkeling in Western Australia is the Busselton pier. Heading south of Perth the resort can be reached in just under three hours and offers the opportunity to dive even for beginners. The pier, which is almost two kilometers long, is very “popular” because it allows diving at night, when dozens and dozens of marine species rise to the surface attracted by the light of the torches.
5. Ningaloo Reef
Last but definitely not least, the Ningaloo Reef, really a "must see". The only downside is that this location is far from built-up areas and can be reached within a 15 hour drive from Perth. Alternatively you can use a plane (Exmouth is the closest airport). The coral reef, which starts right from the beach, extends for tens and tens of meters far and wide, so even swimming near the shore you have the opportunity to admire corals and tropical fish. Of course, there are agencies that organize boat tours of different lengths; although not exactly cheap, it is definitely an experience worth doing. The most famous tour is the one that allows you to swim with the whale shark, which in some months of the year, during the migration, passes right in front of the coral reef. To say that it is a unique experience is an understatement.
