A car rental makes the Perth-fect trip
On Australia West Coast, Perth has both nature and urban city life to offer tourists. Hire a car at Perth Airport and make way to Perth Fremantle Market to get some shopping done. Offering unique aboriginal art, one-of-a-kind souvenirs and scrumptious food options, Fremantle is an eye-opener and cannot be missed.
Let your hire car in Perth take you to Swan River and hop on board an approximate 3-hour long cruise between Fremantle and Perth. With its stunning natural waterway, this is a popular location amongst both locals and tourists. From Fremantle, park your rental car at Perth’s North Fremantle (Rous Head), Fremantle (Victoria Quay) or Hillary’s Boat Harbour to take a short ferry ride from Perth Coast to Rottnest Island. Visit the lush nature, fascinating wildlife and stunning beaches. Be sure to also snorkel in their azure blue waters and take some pictures with adorable Quokkas that are unique to the island.
Your hire car from Perth can also take you to the nineteen beaches that Perth has to offer; the popular ones being Cottesloe Beach, Scarborough and City Beach. If you decide to take your rental car to Perth’s Scarborough Beach, be sure to drop by in the evening to catch the magnificent Western Australian sunset.
Your rental car in Perth gives you great opportunities to access sightseeing spots and activity grounds easily. Just an approximate 2-hour drive away, take your hire car to Perth’s Lancelin Sand Dunes to enjoy some exciting desert adventures. Spanning an impressive 2 kilometres long, Lancelin Sand Dunes is guaranteed to give you an unforgettable experience. Then indulge in lobsters at Lobster Shack; which is only a short 2-3 minutes away from Lancelin Sand Dunes. Finally, head on to the Pinnacles Desert of Nambung National Park. Occupying a massive 17,487 hectares, this major natural attraction is a sanctuary for indigenous animals and birds. Early risers can also get a glimpse of the alluring sunrise if the weather permits.
Taking the Indian Ocean Drive of Perth in your hire car is also a great way to sightsee. Lined with seaside towns, this quick but scenic route is a must when visiting Perth. Alternatively, drive to Lake Hiller with dreamlike sight of a pink lake or stop by Hutt Lagoon at Port Gregory, which is located at Western Australia’s Coral Coast. A car rental in Perth makes access to these spots easy.
If time permits, drive your rental car to visit Kangaroos at Caversham Wildlife Park that is located approximately 20 minutes away from Perth Airportbefore returning your rental car at the end of your trip. Alternatively, you can also return your hire car in Perth at a downtown Hertz location. The best holiday awaits you at Perth and a hire car is all you need to make it the vacation of your lifetime.
Zoom over to Broome in your rental car
Located in the balmy Kimberley Coast of Western Australia, Broome is a delightful escapade. A holiday here is laid-back and exciting, making it the perfect coastal getaway from the bustling city life. Broome is a great destination for both day trips and longer stays. If you’re travelling from Perth, consider putting Broome in your road trip itinerary for it is a gem of Western Australia that’s not to be missed.
Mention the town of Broome and the first word that comes to the minds of Australians is “pearls”. Famous as a pearling town in the 1880s and still known for its pearling industry today, learn about Broome’s rich heritage when you take part in a guided tour. Alternatively, you can choose to learn on your own with a free application and booklet or by visiting the Broome Historical Society Museum. Educational pearl farm tours on the creation of cultured pearls are also available.
At the end of your eye-opening learning journey about pearls, drive your rental car down to Broome’s Chinatown if you wish to bring some of these underwater treasures home as souvenirs. Located approximately 5 minutes away from Broome Airport via rental car, visit Chinatown to get your shopping fix. Other than pearling shops, there are Aboriginal art galleries for the art-fanatics as well as various cafes and restaurants for the foodies.
Gantheaume Point is one of the world’s best paleontological sites. Featuring dinosaur footprints that are estimated to be 130 million years old, you might be able to see these footprints at low tide. Fret not if the tides are high during your visit, there are plaster casts of the original footprints so that you wouldn’t miss a thing. Other than the markings of these prehistoric creatures, dolphins and migrating whales can also be spotted from the Gantheaume Point Lighthouse.
Western Australia is also known for their beautiful sunsets so drive your rental car to Broome’s Cable Beach. Imagine strolling under a surreal-looking sky painted with shades of calming lavender, pastel pink and a blazing orange with clouds dotting the sky – that’s what you will potentially find. The best place to soak in this picturesque phenomenon is at Cable Beach. This pristine shore by the Indian Ocean gives you the picture-perfect backdrop for your next social media update.
Head down in your rental car to Broome’s Kimberley Coast in Western Australia for a cruise like no other. Boasting crystal clear waters, thundering waterfalls and one-of-a-kind rock structures, explore the stunning cliffs, coasts and corals. Visit the Horizontal Waterfalls which reverses each time there is a change in tide. This causes whirlpools to form in the McLarty Range but rest assured that it is perfectly safe for viewing. Overall, it’s a front row seat to witness Mother Nature at its best.
At the end of your holiday, return your rental car at Broome Airport or any another Hertz location before your departure. With numerous locations all around Australia, a comfortable Hertz rental car can make a world of a difference for your Australian holiday. Broome awaits you!