Coral Bay is a small town site located approximately 1100KM north of Perth. Situated in the Gascoyne region of Western Australia within the heart of the Ningaloo Reef Marine Park we have direct beach access to the Ningaloo Reef system with its amazing diversity of marine creatures, reef fish and coral gardens. With a permanent population of around 150 people it is the ideal location for a holiday escape…… no distractions, only attractions.


Attractions: You can swim, snorkel, dive, take a variety of boat trips or quad bike tours, scenic flights are available, as are 4WD tours which take you out of Coral Bay to show you other spectacular locations & National Parks in the region. A boutique range of small shopping outlets provide a unique selection of clothing, jewellery, gifts, toys, beauty products & services. After that, all that is left to do is relax on the beach or take a long walk along it. A sunset in Coral Bay is spectacular and not to be missed. We have included some of our recommended local attractions on our links page….. take a look.


Needs: Once you arrive in Coral Bay you will find all amenities within easy walking distance of each other, so put the car away for your stay you won’t need it. All necessities are available at the two supermarkets, there is one located at each shopping village. There is a local bakery with fresh bread daily and a variety of restaurants and cafes if you prefer to eat out. The local newsagent provides daily newspapers, magazines & a postal service; there are public telephones at various locations through out Coral Bay. For more information on Coral Bay have a look at our links page for recommended websites.


Accommodation: Coral Bay offers a range of accommodation, from powered camp sites to resort style villas, you will find a place to stay that suits your style & budget. Many accommodation providers have web sites where you can view & book online. Have a look at our links page for our recommendations.


Getting here: Skywest airlines offer daily flights to Learmonth airport, from there we can arrange a pre-booked bus transfer to Coral Bay for you… Driving from Perth is a popular choice with many amazing places to see along the way, like Shark Bay & the Monkey Mia dolphins. Hire cars, vans, and mobile homes are readily available from many outlets in Perth; most can have vehicles available from the airport if required. Have a look at our links page for some options.


Environment: Coral Bay is situated in the Gascoyne region of Western Australia; it is a remote, dry location, classified as desert. Fresh water is a particularly valuable commodity here; we ask that you use it wisely. At the moment all of our fresh drinking water is privately supplied by local land owners using ‘reverse osmosis’ technology. In the near future we expect our water to be supplied by a government initiative project with the installation of a desalination plant, this is currently under construction. Much of Coral Bay and its surrounds, including the Ningaloo Reef System are protected by Department of Environment & Conservation regulations as a Marine Park. At Ningaloo Reef Dive we support the “NO TOUCH” protocol. Flora & fauna within the Ningaloo Reef Marine Park is protected and preserved for future generations by following this simple rule. We thank you for your support. Our links page provides some avenues for further information.


Weather: Coral Bay’s temperatures (measured in Celsius) vary from high 30’s in our summer (December to March) low to mid 30’s during autumn (April & May) and spring (Sept, Oct & Nov) with winter temperatures (June, July & Aug) in the low to mid 20’s. Very little rainfall is experienced at any time during the year. Winter nights can be quite cold, and warm clothing is recommended.