Spend a day or more exploring the many wonders that have put Ningaloo Marine Park on the World Heritage list. Pack a picnic lunch and plenty of water, and take a drive around the cape, hopping from stunning white-sand beaches, to inviting swimming spots, to top-rate drift snorkel trails, including the aptly named Turquoise Bay. Always observe conditions and warning signs before entering the water to swim or snorkel. Hop aboard a Ningaloo dive tour to Lighthouse Bay, the Murion Islands or Navy Pier – one of Australia’s top 10 dive sites. Access rarely visited coral gardens with a guided kayaking and camping tour. Chase the ultimate big-game catches with a fishing charter. If you’re an experienced surfer, head for the reef break at Surfers Beach. Or, if you’re visiting between March and July, don’t miss the opportunity to swim with whale sharks.