Mandurah and Peel is Perth's aquatic and adventure playground, where sparkling waterways, Indian Ocean beaches, forests and trails combine to create the perfect day trip or short break.
A lifestyle town with a holiday vibe, Mandurah (Mandjoogoordap) is known for its winding canals, playful resident dolphins and relaxed waterside atmosphere.
Just an hour south of Perth by road or direct train, Mandurah invites visitors to slow down and explore. Stroll the vibrant Mandurah Eastern Foreshore, where grassy lawns, family-friendly play spaces and waterfront dining overlook the estuary. Sample the region's famous blue swimmer crab, celebrated each year at the annual Mandurah Crab Fest.
Mandjoogoordap, meaning 'meeting place of the heart' in the Noongar language, has long been a place of connection. Discover the area's rich Aboriginal culture on a guided experience with a Traditional Custodian and keep an eye out for public artworks and interpretive installations throughout town.
Beyond the foreshore, waterways and beaches provide endless opportunities for adventure. Explore the rugged coastline at Tim's Thicket, swim at Town Beach or Halls Head Beach, or venture onto the vast Peel-Harvey Estuary, home to internationally significant wetlands rich in birdlife. Further south, visit Yalgorup National Park and Lake Clifton, where one of the world's largest communities of living thrombolites can be found.
The Peel region extends well beyond Mandurah. Follow the Murray River to Pinjarra for heritage experiences and local flavours, or head inland to Dwellingup, where jarrah forests, hiking trails, mountain biking, paddling and camping adventures await.