Combine a short fixed-wing flight from Perth with a guided ground loop through the Pinnacles Desert. See the limestone spires up close and from the air—where the mysterious 'dead pinnacles' reveal themselves.
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The plane lifts off over Perth and the coastline shrinks into a ribbon of surf and white sand; beneath, shipwreck scars and scrubby bush stitch the landscape until Cervantes appears like a weathered thumbprint on the shore. Disembarking into salty air, the day shifts from aerial clarity to the slow, stony logic of the Pinnacles—tall limestone spires that rise from yellow sand like the remains of some ancient city.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires short periods of standing and walking on sand.
Wildlife
History
The Pinnacles are coastal limestone stacks formed from shelly sediment and calcified sand over thousands of years; the park lies on Nyoongar country and features long-standing cultural connections.
Conservation
Nambung National Park manages visitor access with defined paths and signage—stay on trails, don’t remove or climb pinnacles, and dispose of waste responsibly to protect fragile desert soils.
Reserve your spot on the Pinnacles Desert Scenic Flight and Ground Tour today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Sun protection is non-negotiable
The park offers little shade; bring SPF 30+ sunscreen, a wide-brim hat and UV sunglasses for both the ground walk and the sunny flight deck.
Expect sandy walking conditions
Paths are sandy and uneven—choose closed-toe shoes with grip and skip flip-flops to avoid slipping on loose sand.
Bring a camera with zoom
A short telephoto (70–200mm) is ideal for capturing both close textures and aerial perspectives from the flight.
Check weather before you go
Flights are weather-dependent; allow flexibility in your schedule and confirm the day before departure for wind or visibility issues.
Sturdy walking shoes
Provides stability on sandy, uneven desert paths.
Wide-brim hat and sunglasses
Protects from strong sun and glare during ground time and on the tarmac.
summer
Sunscreen (SPF 30+)
Essential for exposed desert and coastal conditions.
Camera or smartphone with zoom
Captures both the fine limestone detail on the ground and the broader patterns seen from the air.