Wave Rock Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience Wave Rock. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Wave Rock, York, and Aboriginal Cultural Day Tour From Perth

• 6-Day Esperance and Margaret River Adventure Tour

• 10-Day Perth to Adelaide Adventure Tour

• The Big Wave Rock Private Day Tour

• Full-Day Wave Rock and Historic York

Entry to Wave Rock costs AU$12 per vehicle and includes parking at the site. However, it’s a fair drive from Perth, so you also need to consider the cost of getting there. Tours are a stress-free option to visit, with day trips starting at roughly US$200 for a shared tour and US$475 for a private one.

Yes, Wave Rock is a great place to visit if you want to explore more of Western Australia beyond Perth. Not only does this unique natural landmark look great in photos, but you can also go on bush walks here to see local wildlife and wildflowers. Combine Wave Rock with other rock formations and indigenous sites in the surrounding countryside.

Per one customer who booked the Wave Rock, York, and Aboriginal Cultural Day Tour From Perth, "It has taken me 20 years to finally visit Wave Rock. Wow, what a rock. It lived up to expectations, and the day out was fully enjoyable. Recommend this tour when in Perth."

Wave Rock is a massive rock formation located in Western Australia’s Golden Outback region, which gets its name from its resemblance to a breaking ocean wave. Wave Rock is nearly 50 feet (15 meters) tall and 360 feet (110 meters) long, and it is a top tourist attraction.

Wave Rock was formed over millions of years by weathering and water erosion that undercut its base and created a rounded overhang that resembles the crest of a wave. It is estimated that Wave Rock is more than 2,700 million years old. It’s part of a larger outcrop of granite named Hyden Rock, which is around 2.7 billion years old.

The best time to visit Wave Rock is during the spring months of September to November, when the area is covered with wildflowers. You can visit Wave Rock year-round, but bear in mind that during summer temperatures can be uncomfortably hot, and there is little shade here. Visit early in the morning to avoid the hottest time of the day and crowds.

To get to Wave Rock from Perth, drive 210 miles (340 kilometers) east on State Route 40—it’s around a 4-hour drive. Many travelers stop at Wave Rock to break up the journey from Perth to Esperance. If you can’t or don’t want to drive, take a guided day tour from Perth.

Yes, there is an entrance fee for Wave Rock if you drive there. Drivers pay a per-vehicle entrance fee at the caravan park kiosk. You can save money by parking out on Wave Rock Road or at the visitor center and walking the short distance instead.

A few things that visitors to Wave Rock should bring include sturdy, closed-toe walking shoes; sun protection including sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat; and plenty of water to avoid becoming dehydrated in the harsh sun. As there are few nearby facilities, it’s also a good idea to bring snacks.

There are tons of fun things to do when you're done visiting Wave Rock. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in Perth:

• Rottnest Island

• Swan River

• Hillarys Boat Harbour

• Kings Park and Botanic Garden

• Perth Bell Tower

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Perth.