The vastness of Western Australia requires travellers to be particularly careful when going into remote areas (which constitute the majority of the state anyway).
When leaving sealed roads and entering remote unsealed tracks, advise someone of your movements (for example the local police) of your expected time/date of arrival, and your travel intentions.
Many remote rural and outback areas in Western Australia are home to kangaroos and other mammals, reptiles and birds that will cross the roads, especially at dawn and dusk. So try to avoid driving at these times (kangaroos are most active at these times) and always be alert.
There are several 'deadly animals' inhabiting the northern regions of Western Australia. Snakes are widespread throughout all Australia. Saltwater crocodiles live in the water systems of northern Western Australia and these are potential killers, while fresh water crocodiles (called Johnson crocodiles) are much less dangerous and are not aggressive. Don't swim in waterholes, riverbeds, etc in regions inhabited by crocs. Deadly jellyfish can be found in the sea (from Canarvon to Wyndham) in the North, particularly between October to April, so only swim in your hotel pool.
Although Western Australia is a relatively safe place, be aware that there is a problem with violent nightlife. Late at night, be on your guard in areas such as Northbridge and Fremantle, particularly if you are in a demographic which is considered to be a target, i.e young male or female. Avoid eye (or any) contact with suspicious characters and drunks.
The Most Frequently Asked Travel Questions about Western Australia
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