Stargazing Trails
Are you visiting Western Australia for the Total Solar Eclipse on 20 April 2023? If you are, stay a bit longer and explore the majesty of the dark night skies and see the Milky Way in all its glory. Take a trip out and explore Western Australia’s world-class dark skies on one of these pre-planned stargazing trails! The Southern Cross and Magellanic Clouds will be high in the sky in March, April and May. For Northern Hemisphere visitors, it’s a special chance to see the Southern Hemisphere night wonders!
Starry Coast to Outback Adventure | 17 Days | Gascoyne
Breathtaking outback and coastal adventures await in the amazing Gascoyne region. The stars sparkle overhead, and the spectacular landscape will take you to another world. There is lots on offer for visitors – from gourmet produce and fun in Carnarvon, to outback 4WD...
Star Way | 10-12 Days | Pilbara
The wide-open starry night sky landscapes across the Shire of Ashburton in the Pilbara will take your breath away. Hit the open road and discover sunrises, sunsets and everything in between across Western Australia's North West. From the protected boating waters...
Rocks Stars | 14 Days | Murchison
Murchison brilliant starry night skies and ancient rock formations will captivate your every sense. The night sky and land have a connection like nowhere else on Earth. Time stands still and you can feel the ancient wisdom of the world’s first astronomers, Aboriginal...
Wild Flowers, Wild Stars | 4 Hour Drive North of Perth
Take a road trip to the stars and dark skies of Western Australia's Coral Coast. Wildflowers (seasonal), coastal fun and farming heritage are your highlights by day, while the stars light up the dark skies for you to stargaze at night. After stunning sunsets, best...
Golden Country Stars | 4 Hour Drive North East of Perth
Escape the ordinary with this fabulous 4-day road trip. Immerse yourself in wonderful wildflowers, friendly country towns, picturesque farming landscapes, and sparkling night skies. This is a road trip of colourful golden contrasts. Day 1: Perth - Wongan Hills (185...
Astrophotographers’ Paradise | 3.5 Hours Drive South East of Perth
Take a road trip to the stars and skies of Western Australia's South East Wheatbelt. During daylight hours you'll explore quaint Wheatbelt towns just oozing with history and amazing natural attractions. But when the day is done and the sun sinks across the western...
Country to Coast Starlight Circuit | 1 Hour Drive North of Perth
Travel from city lights to starlight! On the way there will be adventures of all kinds. From charming country towns to stargazing through telescopes to wine tasting and more. Night 1: Perth to Bindoon (75 kilometres/1 hour)Travel the scenic tourist drive up into...
City Lights Star Lights | 1.5 Hours Drive East of Perth
Travel from city lights to starlight! On the way there will be adventures of all kinds. From charming country towns to stargazing through telescopes to wine tasting and more. Night 1: Perth to Bickley (30 kilometres/35 minutes)Head out to the Perth Hills to explore...