Thinking to visit the Kalbarri Skywalk (otherwise known as Kaju Yatka)? Good choice. This is a seriously cool attraction that WA decided to put in place.
It was no easy feat too as the project cost a whooping $24 million to install – wow! Who paid for it? Well it was make possible due to the Royalty’s for Regions funding and the Department of Parks and Wildlife.
It is pretty impressive however, the skywalk sits on the cliffside’s edge of a 100m drop to provide visitors with incredible views over Kalbarri National Park. The construction consists of 2 x 100m high lookouts which sit over the edge of the 400 million year old Murchison River Gorge.
If you are wondering whether the Kalbarri Skywalk is a place you should visit – the answer is a resounding HELL YESS – if you are someone who is fond of a nice view, this skywalk will take your breath away.
Keep reading for everything you need to know to visit this attraction!
Kalbarri Skywalk – Entry Fee + Conditions
While a view is pretty cool, what we particularly love about this attraction is the ability to learn more about the traditional owners of the land – the ‘Nanda’ heritage and culture through interpretive signage and artwork.
If you have kids with you who are interested in learning about fossils there are also local fossils and geolocation information on the 400 million year old sandstone.
To enter the skywalk there is a cost of $15 per vehicle (carrying up to 12 passengers) and an $8 fee for concession holders. From the carpark it is a short 2 minute paved walk to reach the gorge. Aside from this one off fee, all of the coastal sites nearby are free to visit,
The entry fee being per vehicle and not per person is reminiscent of many of American’s National Parks.
The visit is either purchased from the front gate or from the visitor information centre.
Image credit: WA Parks
Opening Hours
If you are travelling in the area and are thinking to visit it is open daily from 6 am to 6 pm. If you are thinking of the best time to visit, the area is particularly magical in the early morning and the late afternoon.
Food and Drink Nearby
You can take your own food and drink into the area but just be mindful of making sure you clean up after yourself if you choose to do so.
There is also a cafe on the premises known as the Kalbarri Skywalk cafe which is situated right near the Kalbarri Skywalk where you might like to pick up a snack, especially if you are travelling with the whole family.
While there is water for sale during opening hours, if you plan to go for a walk, it is always advisable to bring enough water with you as the area can get particularly hot.
Image credit: WA Parks
Other things to do in nearby proximity
The great part about this area of the world is that it is a cool place to visit in its own right. Aside from the skywalk there are other interesting things to do in the area including:
- Whale Watching in the right season;
- Sunset coastal cliff cruises;
- The Red Bluff lookout; and
- The Pink Lake.
If you have seen any cool instagram pictures of a pink lake in Australia it is probably the lake in the area which takes absolutely amazing drone shots if you have one. If you love all things pink you will totally love this lake!
How to get to Kalbarri skywalk
If you want to visit this amazing attraction, it is located a 6 hour drive from Perth.
The attraction is just a short drive from town, where you can base yourself at a hotel if you are not travelling the region via campervan or RV.
If you do want to stay in a hotel, you will want to stay in the town of Kalbarri. A few good options in the area include:
What to bring with you?
The are can get very hot in summer and very cold in winter. Dress suitably for the season. In addition to that it is advisable to always bring:
- Sun smart clothing;
- Water;
- Walking shoes.
One nice thing about this particular attraction is that the walking paths are flat so it is suitable for most levels of fitness ability.
Image credit: WA Parks
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If you do decide to visit this amazing attraction let us know what you thought – did it live up to your expections?
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