A half-day that pairs a scenic flight from Perth with time on the ground at Wave Rock and Hippo’s Yawn. Fly over colourful salt lakes, then stand beneath a 15‑meter granite wave for photos and local culture.
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The twin hum of a turboprop and the silver ribbon of the wheatbelt below are your first clues that this is not a normal day trip. You lift from Perth into an outback that rearranges the map: geometric salt lakes like spilled ink, corrugated farmland, and pockets of jarrah and mallee shrinking beneath the wing. An hour later the pilot banks and the hulking arc of Wave Rock comes into view — a granite wall that curls like a frozen ocean.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires short, low-impact walking and some stairs.
Wildlife
History
Wave Rock forms part of the ancient Yilgarn Craton and has been shaped over millions of years; the surrounding area has long been important to Noongar people and later developed as a farming community.
Conservation
Tour operators encourage staying on marked paths to protect fragile lichen and rock surfaces; water scarcity means visitors should pack out refuse and use refill stations sparingly.
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Morning light is best
Book an early departure to avoid the midday crowds and capture the wave’s contours when shadows are longest.
Sun protection is essential
There’s little shade on the rock; bring sunscreen, a wide-brim hat, and sunglasses for the flight and walk.
Wear sturdy shoes
Paths include uneven granite and short stairs—closed-toe shoes with grip make exploring safer and more comfortable.
Flight subject to weather and weight limits
Allow flexibility in timing and be prepared for slight schedule changes or passenger weight checks before boarding.
Sun hat and sunscreen
Protects you during exposed walking and on the tarmac during boarding.
summer
Sturdy closed-toe shoes
Necessary for traction on granite surfaces and uneven paths.
Reusable water bottle
Hydration is crucial in the wheatbelt sun; refill at the visitor facilities before touring.
Zoom lens or compact telephoto
Useful for compressing the rock face and capturing distant salt-lake patterns from the air.