Trip to Cervantes, Australia: how to get there, how many days and when to go

Cervantes – Austrália Ocidental Destination Perth e Fremantle about 198 km from Perth

How to get there

Perth Airport (PER) Redcliffe · 200 km

Approximate road distances. Check flights and bus schedules before you travel.

By car from Perth on the Indian Ocean Drive in about two and a half hours. There is no train; there are regional buses and many day tours from Perth to the Pinnacles, some with sunset and stargazing options.

How many days

A day trip return from Perth. Staying overnight in Cervantes lets you see the Pinnacles at sunset, the starry sky and Lake Thetis in the morning.

When to go

From August to October, with wildflowers and pleasant temperatures. In summer it is very hot during the day: prefer early morning and late afternoon.

The seasons shown are the most usual ones; nature doesn't always follow the calendar.

Do you need a car?

Yes, or with a guided tour: there is no public transport to the Pinnacles. The road is in good condition but has long stretches without service stations; in Australia you drive on the left, and kangaroos cross the road at dusk.

Suggested itinerary

An order that works

Built with the places on this page. No rush: it's paced so you have time to see them.

One day in Cervantes

Morning
Lake Thetis
Start at Lake Thetis on the village outskirts and walk the boardwalk around the stromatolites.
Afternoon
Nambung beaches
Stop by the white beaches of Hangover Bay or Kangaroo Point inside the national park.
Late afternoon
Pinnacles
Arrive at the Pinnacles late afternoon, do the driving circuit and the walking trail, and watch the sunset among the columns.
Evening
Starry sky
Stay to see the starry sky over the desert and dine on lobster in Cervantes.

Check before you go. Opening hours and days change, and places may close for renovations, holidays or events. This itinerary is a suggestion from Cidade Turismo, not a commitment: plan yours by checking directly with each place you intend to visit.

Before you go

Frequently asked questions

How long is Perth to Cervantes?

About two and a half hours by car via the Indian Ocean Drive.

Is it worth staying overnight in Cervantes?

Yes, to see the Pinnacles at sunset and the starry sky without driving at night.

What to do in Cervantes?

Visit the Pinnacles, Lake Thetis with its stromatolites, and the beaches of Nambung National Park.

Can you visit the Pinnacles without a car?

Yes, with day tours that depart from Perth.

Your trip to Cervantes.