In Western Australia, you can find the biggest wildflower collection on earth. This region is home to over 12,000 species of wildflowers — with around 60% of them found nowhere else in the world!
This incredible spectacle is best experienced in the wildflower season. At D’Guy Journeys, we arrange wildflower tours as part of our Kalbarri Trips, helping guests from far and wide to see this exceptional natural extravaganza.
We’ve created this guide to the best wildflowers in Western Australia, including details on where to go and when to see them. If you have any questions about our tours as you read, don’t hesitate to contact us.
Planning to See Western Australia’s Wildflowers
While some wildflower species bloom year-round, Western Australia truly comes alive between the months of July and October. This marks the wildflower season, when the conditions are just right for thousands of flowers to bloom.
Wildflowers can be seen all along the Coral Coast, stretching over 1,000 kilometres from Perth to Ningaloo. Often, simply driving along the highway will give you the opportunity to spot these blossoms. However, there are certain towns and national parks that are absolute hotspots for wildflowers. Not only do they present impressive displays, they are also home to some species you wouldn’t find anywhere else in the world, or even Western Australia!
There are myriad ways of seeing the wildflowers, whether you choose to make a day trip from Perth or to embark on a road trip. Wildflower Country, which incorporates 11 local government areas north of Perth, provides an excellent base from which to explore.
Below, we break down the best locations for wildflower viewing in Western Australia and the types of flowers you can expect to see.
Where to See Wildflowers in Western Australia
Kings Park
You don’t have to travel far from the city to see Western Australia’s wildflowers. At Kings Park and the Western Australia Botanic Garden in Perth, you can admire over 3,000 species of regional flora throughout the year. However, in September, Kings Park is blooming with wildflowers, which you can experience as part of the annual Everlasting Kings Park Festival.
Lesueur National Park
About a 2.5-hour drive north of Perth is the Lesueur National Park. This park is a hub of biodiversity, with over 900 plant species found here, including 10% of Western Australia’s flora! Lesueur National Park is a sight to behold during wildflower season and is home to rare species such as the Mount Lesueur grevillea.
Mingenew
The small town of Mingenew is at the heart of Wildflower Country. Some of the best wildflower locations are just a drive away from Mingenew. The first is Depot Hill, where you’ll find a mosaic of everlastings and orchids. Just a 30-minute drive from Mingenew is Coalseam Conservation Park, which bursts with wildflowers in the spring.
Mullewa
An hour from Mingenew is Mullewa, another town in Wildflower Country. Mullewa is known for its exceptional displays of native flora, which you can admire as part of the 2.5-kilometre Mullewa wildflower walk. However, the main attraction is the breathtaking wreath flower (lechenaultia macrantha). This unique species is shaped like a wreath, with dense leaves surrounded by bright blooms. It can only be seen in certain parts of Western Australia, including Mullewa.
Kalbarri National Park
Further north up the coast, Kalbarri and Kalbarri National Park see 1,000 species of wildflowers bloom during the spring. You can admire banksias, grevilleas, and orchids, including the intriguing Kalbarri spider orchid. One of the best ways of seeing the wildflowers here is by walking one of the many scenic trails in the park. Check out our Guide to Nature’s Window Walk Trail, Kalbarri National Park to learn more about one of the most popular walks in the park.
Shark Bay World Heritage Area
In Shark Bay, you’ll not only find the westernmost point of Australia and a UNESCO site, but one of the most unique wildflower regions in the country. Shark Bay has the longest wildflower season, lasting from May to October. Over 700 species flower here — 53 of which are endemic to Shark Bay! These include the Shark Bay daisy, the endangered dragon orchid (Caladenia barbarella) and Beard’s mallee (Eucalyptus beardiana).
Ningaloo Coast World Heritage Area
North of Shark Bay is another UNESCO site — Ningaloo Coast. This region is home to the Cape Range National Park, where you can see pops of colour with the blooming Red Sturt Desert Pea and purple Mulla Mulla. A truly spectacular flower you can see here is the green birdflower, which is shaped exactly like a hummingbird!
Join D’Guy Journeys for a Wildflowers Tour in Western Australia!
If you want to experience the very best of wildflower season in Western Australia, without having to navigate between towns or following blooming forecasts, you can join our Mid West Australia Wildflower Tour! This 5-day tour takes place in September, the height of spring. We travel to Mullewa, Mingenew, Geraldton, and Kalbarri, encountering spectacular wildflower displays while exploring the varied riches of the region. If you want to learn more about the wildflowers of Western Australia or our tours, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us.
