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Western Australia
The Western Region of Australia is often the least visited as it is located such a long distance away from the draws of the bustling cities of Sydney and Melbourne and some of the more classic sites.
This vast area is well worth exploring and is a stand out Australian holiday destination in its own right.
Perth is an easy city to negotiate, located on the scenic Swan River with the cosmopolitan port town of Fremantle close by and sunny beach culture.
The Margaret River wine region is just a short drive south and is responsible for producing less than 1% of Australia’s wine but over 15% of Australia’s premium wine. The 50 or so wineries in the region offer an impressive selection and a great option for those wanting a vineyard tour.
Boutique beer breweries, exquisite cheese products, jams and condiment producers, a marron (freshwater crayfish) farm, olive groves and even chocolate and fudge factories add to the gourmet experiences. Couple this with an immense array of art and craft galleries and the area can offer visitors a fabulous opportunity to experience the work of local producers and artists.
In the far northwest lies The Kimberley, an ancient landform of rugged ranges with deep, spectacular gorges, pristine sandy beaches and mighty river systems that produce cascading waterfalls during the wet season.
Unexplored caves hide Bradshaw rock paintings, so old that even the aboriginal people do not know their origins, and cattle stations are so large that your next-door neighbour can be two hours away. One of the most rewarding ways to explore this remote region is on an expeditionary cruise with access to the coastal mangroves, creeks, gorges and waterfalls. Alternatively, take to the skies for an aerial view of this vast wilderness.
For many travellers, the most surprising discovery in Western Australia is the Ningaloo Reef, one of the world’s longest fringing coral reefs, located just a few metres from a white sand beach that stretches for hundreds of kilometres.
In part because of its isolation, this reef is in magnificent condition and home to a huge variety of corals, fish and marine mammals. All year round the snorkelling and sea kayaking is superb and from April to July, it is possible to swim with whale sharks or join humpback whales in the water from August to October.
Experiences
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Endemic Wildlife and Limestone Landscapes with New Scientist
Explore this richly diverse country – remarkable for its unique plants and animals. Gain behind-the-scenes access to Durrell’s projects, explore forests packed with lemurs and discover the Ankarana Reserve – a limestone landscape like nowhere else.
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British Columbia Grizzly Photography with Sue Flood
Explore the wilderness and wildlife of Bella Coola at one of British Columbia’s premier bear viewing lodges. Known as the gateway to the Great Bear Rainforest, Bella Coola is a remote wilderness home to prolific wildlife.…
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Skeleton Coast Flying Safari
Explore a place breathtakingly silent, vast and empty. Fly low over shipwreck-strewn beaches, basalt mountains and ancient watercourses, staying at remote camps and accompanied by one of the knowledgeable Schoemans, who have been exploring this part…
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Highlights of Costa Rica
Our classic adventures through Costa Rica incorporate the jewels of this dual-coastlined country – from tracking bottlenose dolphins and zip-lining over jungle canopies to exploring monkey-inhabited national parks and white water rafting. With its wonderful mix…
Meet our experts
A passion for travel runs right through every one of our experts - meaning they're always ready with first-hand insight about their specialist countries.
Amy Waters
After my degree in Fine Art I didn’t really know what career I wanted or what path I would take. The only thing I knew is that having spent a summer in America it had given me the desire to explore and see as many places as possible before becoming a grown up and entering the real world. Talk with our experts
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Clare Higginson
It was my passion for languages that first encouraged me to leave the UK behind and grab my rucksack. Since then, it’s been a mixture of intriguing cultures, jaw-dropping landscapes and the wonder of seeing animals in their natural habitat that sees me continuously extending my travel wish list. I also seek adventure; exploring the deep blue or hiking a peak often winning favour. Although it’s my time horse herding in Mongolia that I regularly want to relive. Talk with our experts
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Uluru and The Red Centre
Experience the deep red colours of dusk and the subtle orange of dawn displaying the outback and the sacred sites of Uluru…
Sydney, Blue Mountains and The Hunter Valley
Beautiful beaches, temperate rainforest, the world heritage listed Blue Mountains and of course the fabulous city of Sydney all make up the…
Darwin, Kakadu and Arnhem Land
A spectacular area rich in Aboriginal culture
Queensland
This region boasts beautiful beaches, perfect islands and tropical rainforests.
Melbourne and The Great Ocean Rd
Home to one of the country’s most spectacular coastal drives, the Great Ocean Road.
Tasmania
Australia's smallest state in terms of both size and population yet it offers diverse and spectacular scenery, unspoilt wilderness and rich heritage.
South Australia and The Southern Outback
South Australia's outback covers 80% of the state yet is home to just 1% of its population.
Why Choose Steppes?
Our knowledge and expertise sets us apart. So too our curiosity. A curiosity of the world and of you, and your passions. It is this that drives us to create a journey that is really bespoke to you, all the while ensuring we travel and operate sustainably.
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