Blow Holes

Located 70km out of town, the trip is definitely worth taking. Powerful ocean waves are forced through sea caves which project jets of water high up into the air to heights of up to 20 metres. A protected cove, surrounded by coral reef lies just one kilometre south of the Blow Holes.

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THINGS TO SEE IN CARNARVON

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Gascoyne Food Trail

Allow your taste buds to be treated to the exotic tropical delights served to visitors of the region, including fresh crayfish and succulent seafood, fine meat and the freshest fruit and veg you'll find in Australia & fresh fruit cocktails. Pick up a brochure at the Visitor Centre on your arrival in town. 

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What's the weather like?

Carnarvon has a moderate tropical climate, ideal for growing mangoes and bananas. Most rainfall occurs in the monsoon season. In summer (Dec-Feb), the average max temperature is 32°C, with a minimum of 27°C. In winter (Jun-Aug), the average max is 22°C, and the minimum is 12°C. Tropical Cyclones are common from December to April, so safety procedures are important.

A bit of Carnarvon's history

Carnarvon, founded in 1883 and named after Lord Carnarvon, served as a port and supply depot. It became the center of a wool-producing region. The town’s wide streets were influenced by camel transport. From the 1930s, the Gascoyne River supported crops like bananas, avocados, and mangoes. The 1964 NASA tracking station played a key role in the Apollo missions.

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Carnarvon Caravan Park
Motel style units, Chalets, Backpackers rooms,Onsuite sites, Powered and Unpowered caravan and camping sites. A beautiful shadey park setting with a...

Capricorn Holiday Park
*If the dates you are looking for are not available on our website please contact Capricorn on 9941 8153 - 3 Night Stay minimum in all Cabins over the...

Discovery Parks - Carnarvon
The Discovery Parks - Carnarvon team welcomes modern travellers to the region with good old-fashioned customer service. With acres of grassy green cam...

Carnarvon Central Apartments
Homely, self-contained units - at an affordable price. Short stroll to centre of town, airport and Fascine. Enjoy a relaxing holiday in Carnarvon - ...

Coral Coast Tourist Park
Why don't you do as legendary actors Chris Hemsworth and Matt Damon (wives and kids) did? Visit Carnarvon and its surrounds in North West Western Aust...

Gateway Motel
With a total of 66 rooms with 10 fully self contained apartments and 56 standard rooms, Gateway Motel premises has a fully licensed bar and restaurant...

Hospitality Carnarvon, SureStay Collection by Best Western
Hospitality Carnarvon, SureStay Collection by Best Western offers guests quality motel accommodation, complemented by its friendly, experienced team a...

The Port Hotel (Fish & Whistle)
The Port Hotel is located in the Town Centre and walking distance to Banks, Shopping Centre, Visitor Centre and the Fascine. The Port Hotel offers ...

Outback Oasis Caravan Park

Situated just minutes from the township of Carnarvon and offering a fantastic range of accommodation options, the Outback Oasis Caravan Park is your f...

Carnarvon Hotel
Affordable dining on the waterfront. Fantastic restaurant overlooking The Fascine. There is no better place in Carnarvon to sit and watch the sunset w...

Quobba Station
Quobba Station is located on the southern tip of the Ningaloo Reef Marine Park, north of Carnarvon, Western Australia. It is a working pastoral statio...

Norwesta Lifestyle Park

Cheapest Rates and Friendly Service! Come and visit Michelle and her staff at the Norwesta Lifestyle Park as well as experience Carnarvon, all year ro...

Oasis Waterfront Holiday Accommodation

The perfect way to unwind and enjoy the Carnarvon lifestyle - the water, the weather and ultimate relaxation. Absolute waterfront situated on the Carn...

The Carnarvon Luxury Canal Holiday Home
The Carnarvon Luxury Canal Holiday Home is an award winning luxury home on the canals in the Northwater Estate in Carnarvon. It is a 4 bedroom, 3.5 ...

Carnarvon Motel WA
Carnarvon Motel WA is striving to be the best Accommodation and Function Centre that Carnarvon Western Australia has to offer. Our Double Rooms h...

Gnaraloo Station
Gnaraloo is a working pastoral station and wilderness tourism business, located next to the Ningaloo Marine Park. Approximately 150 kilometers north o...

Gascoyne Hotel
The Gascoyne Hotel is situated in Carnarvon along the newly developed fascine water ways. You can catch a glimpse and capture pictures of some of the ...

Plantation Caravan Park Carnarvon
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One Mile Jetty
Visit the longest jetty in the north of Western Australia and Immerse yourself in local history at the Heritage Precinct, located on the site of the ...

War Memorial
The war memorial now stands where the original water tanks once stood in the centre of town. This memorial was shipped from Perth and erected in 1923...

The Fascine
The "Fascine" is the name given to the bay formed by the south arm of the Gascoyne River.

OTC Dish
Dominating the Carnarvon skyline is a huge communication satellite dish, which was opened in 1966.

Blowholes
Located 75km north of Carnarvon all by bitumen road, this natural phenomenom is an awe inspiring sight to see. Powerful ocean swells force water thor...

Schnappers Restaurant
Schnappers Restaurant is located inside the Gateway Motel. The restaurant offers Buffet style meals 7 days a week and is fully licensed. Buffets inclu...

Carnarvon Hotel
Affordable dining on the waterfront. Fantastic restaurant overlooking The Fascine. There is no better place in Carnarvon to sit and watch the sunset w...

Wooramel Riverside Retreat
Come and discover the wonders of the Wooramel Riverside Retreat situated on the banks of the Wooramel River, only 2kms off the Northwest coastal highw...

Integrity Coach Lines
Your best option for transport between Perth, Carnarvon, Coral Bay, Exmouth, Tom Price, Karijini National Park and Broome. Friendly personalised servi...

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A tropical town with an outback vibe which is the hub of the Gascoyne Region, famous for it's fresh produce. It has grown is stature over the years as a popular base to sample locally grown crops and seafood, which is clean and grown by world's best practice.

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