Coral Bay is a small, laid-back coastal town on Western Australia’s Coral Coast, where the Ningaloo Reef comes right up to the shore. It’s one of the few places in the world where you can snorkel straight off the beach and be surrounded by coral, fish, and turtles within minutes.
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The main beach is calm and shallow, perfect for swimming, paddleboarding, or just relaxing on the sand. There are also reef tours available—from glass-bottom boat rides to swimming with manta rays and seasonal whale shark experiences. Despite its size, Coral Bay has a magical feel, with clear water, soft sand, and unforgettable marine encounters.