Eleven days from Fremantle and Rottnest Island to Kalbarri, the Pinnacles, and Perth.
Perth
Perth International Airport
Perth travel journal
Day 0 - Arrival in Fremantle
Route
Singapore Changi AirportTerminal 1→Perth AirportTerminal 1→Airport Central StationAirport Line→Perth StationPerth CBD→Fremantle StationFremantle→Quest FremantlePakenham Street
We reached Perth International Airport after a 5-hour flight from Singapore. First thing we did was get a Transperth SmartRider card — basically their EZ-Link. From there, we made our way to Fremantle, although we encountered a slight confusion regarding the correct stop to disembark while changing lines. Eventually, we realised that trains from different lines shared the same platform but had staggered schedules. After approximately an hour, we finally reached Fremantle, only to notice that the majority of stores had already closed by 5:30 PM.
Perth
Perth International Airport
Day 1 - Fremantle
Route
Quest FremantlePakenham Street→Chalky's Espresso BarFremantle→Bathers BeachFishing Boat Harbour→WA Shipwrecks MuseumCliff Street→Tourist WheelEsplanade Park→WA Maritime MuseumVictoria Quay→The ContainbowCantonment Hill→Fremantle PrisonThe Terrace
We spent the whole of June 29th exploring Fremantle. Our accommodation near the coast made it convenient to reach all the places we wanted to visit. Our first stop was Bather's Bay, where we were greeted by a multitude of birds—Xian's sworn enemies, as it turned out! Since the Fremantle Market was closed on Thursdays, we decided to explore other tourist attractions in the area. We made our way to the WA Maritime Museum and Fremantle Prison, both worth the visit. As tourists, we made sure to visit some instagram-worthy spots.
Fremantle
Chalky's Espresso Bar
Fremantle
Captain's Lane
Fremantle
Bather's Bay
Fremantle
Bather's Bay
Fremantle
Bather's Bay
Fremantle
Tourist's Wheel
Fremantle
Fishing Boat Harbor
Fremantle
WA Shipwrecks Museum
Fremantle
Victoria Quay
Fremantle
WA Maritime Museum
Fremantle
WA Maritime Museum
Fremantle
Walyalup Civic Centre
Fremantle
Train Station
Fremantle
N Worrall Park
Fremantle
The Containbow
Fremantle
Fremantle Prison
Fremantle
Fremantle Prison
Fremantle
Fremantle Prison
Day 2 - Rottnest Island
Route
B Shed Ferry TerminalFremantle→Rottnest IslandWadjemup→Bickley BayRottnest Island→Porpoise BayRottnest Island→Wadjemup LighthouseRottnest Island→The SettlementRottnest Island→Fremantle MarketsFremantle→PerthWestern Australia
Celebrating Xian's birthday on Rottnest Island was one of my favourite days. We took a ferry from Fremantle to reach the island, purchasing our tickets from Rottnest Express, which also included bike rentals. Exploring Rottnest Island on bicycles was a delightful way to discover its beauty. They say it's home to the largest Quokka population in Australia, and we had the pleasure of spotting many of these adorable creatures. We even had the chance to feed one of them with leaves. After bidding farewell to Rottnest Island, we headed back to Fremantle.
Rottnest Island
Bickley Bay Walk Trail
Rottnest Island
Our Special Moment
Rottnest Island
Rottnest Island
Porpoise Bay
Rottnest Island
Porpoise Bay
Rottnest Island
Porpoise Bay
Rottnest Island
Rottnest Island
Porpoise Bay
Rottnest Island
Wadjemup Lighthouse
Rottnest Island
Rottnest Island
The Settlement
Rottnest Island
The Settlement
Rottnest Island
The Settlement
Rottnest Island
The Settlement
Rottnest Island
Frankie's on Rotto
Day 3 - Caversham & Swan Valley
Route
PerthWestern Australia→Caversham Wildlife ParkWhiteman Park→House of HoneySwan Valley→Swan Settlers MarketHerne Hill→Mondo NougatSwan Valley→Margaret River Chocolate CompanySwan Valley→PerthWestern Australia
Today we visited Caversham Wildlife Park and got up close with the Koalas and Kangaroos. Xian fed a Kangaroo and her hands were filled with remnants of its saliva. She also got chased by baby Goats and a huge Turkey. The interactive farm show was entertaining and educational. We witnessed the fascinating process of Sheep getting their wool shaved and participated in the milking of Cows.
Perth
Travelling to Caversham
Caversham Wildlife Park
Meet the Koalas
Caversham Wildlife Park
Farm Show
Caversham Wildlife Park
Farm Show
Caversham Wildlife Park
Farm Show
Caversham Wildlife Park
Molly's Farm
Caversham Wildlife Park
Molly's Farm
Caversham Wildlife Park
Molly's Farm
Caversham Wildlife Park
Molly's Farm
Caversham Wildlife Park
Meet the Wombat & Friends
Caversham Wildlife Park
Meet the Wombat & Friends
Caversham Wildlife Park
Feed the Kangaroos
Caversham Wildlife Park
Feed the Kangaroos
Perth
BARIUMA Ramen
Day 4 - York & Wave Rock
Route
PerthWestern Australia→YorkAvon Valley→Mulka's CaveThe Humps→Wave RockHyden→Hippo's YawnHyden→PerthWestern Australia
We embarked on a day trip from Perth to Wave Rock, with a stopover in York, which is renowned for its historical significance and well-preserved architecture. We took a few pictures there. Afterward, we continued our journey eastward to Wave Rock. As the name suggests, it resembled a gigantic breaking wave. We ended the day with a really good Chicken Parmigiana from the Holiday Inn's room service.
York
York
York
Hyden
Mulka's Cave
Hyden
Mulka's Cave
Hyden
Wave Rock Trail
Hyden
Wave Rock
Hyden
Wave Rock
Hyden
Wave Rock
Hyden
Wave Rock
Hyden
Wave Rock
Hyden
Wave Rock
Hyden
Wave Rock
Hyden
Wave Rock
Hyden
Hippo's Yawn
Holiday Inn Perth
Chicken Parmigiana
Day 5 - The Pinnacles
Route
PerthWestern Australia→Lake ThetisCervantes→Lobster ShackCervantes→Pinnacles DesertNambung National Park→GeraldtonMid West
Our journey begins in the morning from Perth, for our 3D2N trip. Our first stop was Lake Thetis, home to the intriguing stromatolites, Earth’s living fossils. Next, we then had lunch at Lobster Shack. Yingxian ate both the lobsters and that was her best meal in Perth. Feeling full and satisfied (esp. Yingxian), we continue our journey to Nambung National Park - Pinnacles Desert. We wandered around the desert and took many photos by using the limestone formations as phone stand.
Cervantes
Lake Thetis
Cervantes
Lake Thetis
Cervantes
Lobster Shack
Cervantes
Lobster Shack
Nambung
The Pinnacles
Nambung
The Pinnacles
Nambung
The Pinnacles
Nambung
The Pinnacles
Nambung
The Pinnacles
Nambung
The Pinnacles
Nambung
The Pinnacles
Nambung
The Pinnacles
Geraldton
Nesuto Geraldton Apartment
Day 6 - Hutt Lagoon & Kalbarri
Route
GeraldtonMid West→Hutt LagoonPink Lake→Natural BridgeKalbarri coast→Kalbarri National ParkKalbarri→Z Bend LookoutMurchison River→GeraldtonMid West
Finally the day to see the pink lake. The Hutt Lagoon (Pink Lake) was a mesmerising sight. After taking many photos of the lagoon, we went to Kalbarri National Park - and even swung by the Z-Bend Lookout to see the river from another angle.
Geraldton
Nesuto Geraldton Apartment
Geraldton
Nesuto Geraldton Apartment
Yallabatharra
Hutt Lagoon
Yallabatharra
Hutt Lagoon
Kalbarri
Natural Bridge
Kalbarri
National Park
Kalbarri
National Park
Kalbarri
National Park
Kalbarri
National Park
Kalbarri
National Park
Kalbarri
National Park
Day 7 - Greenough & Lancelin
Route
GeraldtonMid West→HMAS Sydney II MemorialGeraldton→Central GreenoughGreenough→Central Greenough CafeGreenough→Lancelin Sand DunesLancelin→PerthWestern Australia
On our way back to Perth, we made a pitstop in Greenough, and strolled through the historical village. We went past the HMAS Sydney II Memorial and braved the rain to take some photos there. For lunch, we stopped by the Central Greenough Cafe. There were many Alpacas there and we got to feed them. Ending the 3D2N trip, we went sandboarding at the Lancelin Sand Dunes - the wind there was super strong.
Geraldton
HMAS Sydney II Memorial
Geraldton
HMAS Sydney II Memorial
Geraldton
HMAS Sydney II Memorial
Geraldton
St Francis Xavier Cathedral
Geraldton
On Bus
Greenough
Central Greenough Cafe
Greenough
Central Greenough Cafe
Greenough
Central Greenough Cafe
Greenough
Central Greenough Cafe
Greenough
Central Greenough Cafe
Greenough
Central Greenough Cafe
Lancelin
Sand Dunes
Lancelin
Sand Dunes
Day 8 - Kings Park & Elizabeth Quay
Route
PerthWestern Australia→Kings ParkMount Eliza→Blue Boat HouseCrawley→Elizabeth QuayPerth CBD→The Bell TowerBarrack Square→Yagan SquarePerth CBD
Back to spend time in Perth, we went to the top tourist spots - King's Park and Elizabeth Quay. King's Park was huge and we walked on several trails. We also stop by the Blue Boat House to take some photos like an influencer. At night, we dropped by Elizabeth Quay and it was freezing. We ended the day at Perth Yagan Square, where all the shops were closed. We told ourselves to be back earlier the next day.
Perth
Gaming on the bus
Perth
King's Park
Perth
State War Memorial
Perth
State War Memorial
Perth
King's Park
Perth
King's Park
Perth
King's Park
Perth
King's Park
Perth
Blue Boathouse
Perth
Blue Boathouse
Perth
Elizabeth Quay
Perth
Elizabeth Quay
Perth
Bell Tower
Perth
Elizabeth Quay
Perth
Elizabeth Quay
Perth
Yagan Square
Perth
Yagan Square
Day 9 - Scitech, Shopping & Departure
Route
Rydges Perth Kings SquarePerth CBD→ScitechWest Perth→Watertown Brand Outlet CentreWest Perth→Perth AirportTerminal 1→SingaporeHome
In the morning, we visited SciTech, a science center. It turned out to be more for kids. We then proceeded to Watertown Outlet Mall for some shopping, where we picked up shoes and clothes. Afterward, we returned to our hotel and headed to the airport. Along the way, we made a stop at another outlet mall, DFO Perth. Unfortunately, there wasn't much to see as most items were too expensive, and many shops were closing. To make matters worse, it started raining on our way there. With heavy but satisfied hearts, we began our journey back to Singapore.
Perth
Rydges Perth Kings Square