Discover Australia’s top natural attractions
Original full article published on Tourism Australia’s website, Australia.com
Australia is home to an abundance of unique landscapes and awe-inspiring natural wonders in the world. From jaw-dropping ancient rock formations to captivating pink lakes, here are five stunning Australian natural wonders to fuel your wanderlust.
Western Australia is known for its pink lakes, but Lake Hillier is often considered the most vibrant — its beautiful bubble-gum pink hue is a mesmerising sight. Marvel at the extraordinary spectacle on a scenic flight, or take a colourful road trip from Perth along Western Australia’s coastline.
Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, often known as the spiritual heart of Australia, is home to two of the country’s most spectacular and sacred sites; Kata Tjuta and Uluru. Watch the sunrise over the jaw-dropping 348-metre high Uluru, or visit the Red Centre during Field of Light season to watch the outback glow beneath the night’s sky.
Comprised of 3,000 reefs, 900 idyllic islands and thousands of species of fish, Queensland’s Great Barrier Reef is the largest coral reef system in the world and a natural wonder not to be missed. Swim, snorkel or sail around the reef’s azure blue waters, home to a plethora of unique marine life waiting to be discovered.
Freycinet National Park, located on Tasmania’s east coast, is where pink-hued granite mountains meet dreamy aquamarine bays. Embark on the 90-minute hike to Wineglass Bay lookout for an enchanting view of the eponymous bay, or soak up the region’s wild beauty on one of the many picturesque beaches that make up Freycinet National Park.
