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The Coral Coast is a magnificent stretch of beach from Cervantes to Exmouth. This region is home some of WA's most popular attractions including the Pinnacles, the Monkey Mia dolphins, Ningaloo Reef and the awe inspiring whale sharks at Exmouth. For those seeking the sun, sand unbelievable aquatic encounters the Coral Coast is the ideal destination for you.
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Covering approximately 1,270 kms of pristine coastline the area boasts ideal weather conditions all year round with a Mediteranian climate in the south of the region and Sub Tropical conditions towards to north. In winter temperatures are a pleasant 20-25 degrees and in summer the mercury rises to as much as 38 degrees. Its not uncommon to have temperatures exceed 40 degrees a few times a year in the summer months.
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Marine activities are the most popular attractions along the Coral Coast. The are endless reefs to explore, not to mention the pristine coastline. The Coral Coast is home to internationally renowned Ningaloo Reef which encompasses some 5,000 square kms of ocean. Take the opportunity in Exmouth to swim with the awe-inspiring whale sharks, the worlds biggest species of fish. From April to September each year the whale sharks return to the area to feed on coral spawn which grows close to the shoreline. A once in a lifetime opportunity to swim with these gentle, magestic creatures which can grow up to 18 meters in length. There are also many other activities such as surfing, boating, fishing, snorkeling, wind surfing, diving and sailing to help you make the most of this aquatic playground.
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The Coral Coast is also home to the Pinancles, the regions major natural attraction. The Pinnacles are a facinating one of a kind natural wonder and are unique to this area. These amazing limestone formations were created some 30,000 years ago when the sea receeded and left sand, shells and rocks, to be eroded by wind over the years. Some of the pillars are up to five meters high and are a must see in the region.
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Not only is the Coast environmentally signifigant, it has great cultural and historical importance too. Pay a visit to the Butterabby Graves, a tribute to Australia's Indigenous history. Located just out of Mullewa, the graves mark the sight of executions of Aborigional men in 1864 for an attack on a convict. The site is of great significance to the Indigenous community and represents the struggle between white settlers and Aborigional people. Also visit the Lighthouse Keepers Cottage Museum which has been fully restored in 1990 and offers insight into the facinating and often dangerous lives of lighthouse keepers during the 1900's.
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