NAMBUNG NATIONAL PARK PERTH

The Nambung National Park is a national park located in the southwestern part of Australia covering an area of almost 193 square kilometres. Wildlife is not abundant but there is enough and you can easily spot kangaroos, emus along with red fox, dingoes, possum, sand goanna, etc. The most unique attraction of the place is the Nambung River from which the park derives its name.

The Nambung National Park is located in the Wheatbelt region of Western Australia, 17 km south of the town of Cervantes. The park derives its name from the iconic Nambung River which enters the park and then vanishes off inside the limestone cave. It is an archaeologically significant site of Australia and attracts a lot of tourists every year from around the world. It is home to a number of endemic species starting from birds, mammals and reptiles. The vast stretches of limestone pinnacles which were formed almost 25,000 to 30,000 years ago are a treat to the eyes and you can get some amazing clicks in front of them.

The park has various parts like the shoreline beaches, the kangaroo point and the Pinnacles Desert. It has white sand dunes and some magnificent swimming beaches where you can relax after a tiring day in the park. It has a coastal plain with a shifting dune system which supports vegetation, especially a rich variety of flowering plants. The park is also covered with a lot of wildflowers and vistas of wattles during the months of August to October creating stunning views to cherish for a lifetime. You can also spot kangaroos, emus and even red foxes, possums etc. during your visit to the park.

Highlights

• Take a boardwalk at Lake Thetis to travel back in time and learn more about stromatolites.
• You can go for a relaxing swim in any of the beaches after a long tiring day at the park.
• The long stretches of land having limestone pinnacles are the main highlight of the park and attract a lot of visitors every year who marvel at their beauty.
• The park is a home to a number of native wildlife including various species of birds, mammals and reptiles.
• The park also offers a number of recreational options like surfing, snorkelling, boating and fishing for the visitors.