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Reasons To
Visit Australia

  • Self-drive

    Driving is a pleasure on Australia's scenic, safe and uncrowded roads. We usually arrange for you to be met at the airport and taken to your hotel, where a hire car will be delivered. Embark on one of the world's most scenic drives including the Great Ocean Road or Gibb River Road.

    Self-drive

  • Aboriginal culture

    Australia's Red Centre has one of the country's highest concentrations of Aboriginal culture while in the north, Arnhem Land is Aboriginal owned and home to Australia's most extensive and significant collection of Aboriginal rock-art.

    Aboriginal culture

  • Beach life

    You don't need a surf board to appreciate the endless white sands that ring Australia. From the hustle and bustle of Bondi beach to the idyllic shores of the Whitsundays or remote beaches of the west, each has its own appeal.

    Beach life

  • Cosmopolitan cities

    From the world-famous Sydney in the east with her iconic Opera House and bridge, to the gleaming buildings and sandy shores of Perth, Australia offers the visitor endless opportunities to enjoy the fast-pace and excitement of city life.

    Cosmopolitan cities

  • National Parks

    Australia has one of the largest and greatest national park systems in the world, covering over 24 million hectares. With such diversity as lush rainforest to arid desertscapes the wildlife that call these national parks home are equally diverse.

    National Parks

  • Outback encounters

    The vastness of Australia is something truly to behold and there is nowhere better to take this in than in the outback itself, where beautiful desertscape stretch for as far as the eye can see.

    Outback encounters

  • Walking

    Whatever your fitness level, there are plenty of opportunities to head out into the Australian countryside and enjoy the remarkably-varied landscapes during your trip. Choose from leisurely strolls to more strenuous, multiple day hikes.

    Walking

  • Wildlife

    Australia is well-known for its kangaroos and koalas, but delve a little deeper and you may come across some of the country's more unusual and interesting wildlife, such as the dugong or thorny devil.

    Wildlife

  • Wine regions

    Australia is fast-becoming one of the most highly-regarded wine producers in the world, and with the likes of the beautiful and picturesque Barossa, Yarra and Hunter valleys, as well as Margaret River region to explore, we can understand why.

    Wine regions

  • Reefs & Oceans

    The kaleidoscopic colours of the fish and corals that inhibit the world's largest offshore reef, the Great Barrier Reef to the east, and the world's largest fringing reef, Ningaloo Reef to the west, are a must-see.

    Reefs & Oceans

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Visit Baird Bay, Eyre Peninsula

Perched on the dramatic coastline of the Eyre Peninsula near the vast and remote Nullarbor Plain the sleepy seaside village of Baird Bay is set amongst a landscape of wildflowers, coastal scrub, rolling hills and treeless plains overlooking the Great Australian Bight.

Temperature and Precipitation

Baird Bay climate data provided by Weather2Travel.com
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Precipitation (mm)81516285362695742271918
Temperature (°C)292926232017161720232527

Daylight, Sunshine and UV

Baird Bay sunshine data provided by Weather2Travel.com
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Sunshine hours101098666789910
Daylight hours141312111010101112131414
UV Index11+11+964334681011+

UV Index and what it means

The ultraviolet index is a measure of the risk of skin damage due to exposure to the sun. Be aware that the potential damage caused by the sun varies from person to person as well as by time of day, altitude and several other factors. We recommend contacting your GP for further advice.

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Wear sunglasses on bright days; use sunscreen if there is snow on the ground (which reflects UV radiation) or if you have particularly fair skin.

3-5

Wear sunglasses and use sunscreen, cover the body with clothing and a hat, and seek shade around midday when the sun is most intense.

6-7

Wear sunglasses and use sunscreen having SPF 15 or higher, cover the body with sun protective clothing and a wide-brim hat, and reduce time in the sun from two hours before to three hours after solar noon.

8-10

Wear sunscreen, a shirt, sunglasses and a hat. Do not stay out in the sun for too long.

11+

Take all precautions, including: wear sunglasses and use sunscreen, cover the body with a long-sleeved shirt and trousers, wear a very broad hat, and avoid the sun from two hours before to three hours after solar noon.

Climate data provided by Weather2Travel.com

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Other countries in Australasia:
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