10 Day Broome to Perth West Coast Safari

Summary

"Discover Broome's pearling history, Watch the sunset over the Indian Ocean, Explore waterfalls and gorges in Karijini National Park, Experience an Aboriginal cultural tour of Shark Bay, Snorkel amongst exotic marine life, Camp in the Aussie outback, Meet the dolphins of Monkey Mia, Roam the Pinnacles Desert."

Itinerary

Day 1: Broome/Indee Station

Departing Broome we cross the Great Sandy Desert, calling in at the coastal oasis of Eighty Mile Beach where we can take a stroll along the beautiful white sand beach. We travel further south through Port Hedland checking out the enormous piles of iron ore and salt, before setting up camp at the remote sheep and cattle property of Indee Station. Tonight, we have the perfect chance to share stories and laughs around the campfire.

Days 2-4: Karajini National Park

This morning we make our way to the remote but spectacular Karijini National Park, where we spend the next three days exploring the ancient gorges and stunning swimming holes. We begin our Karijini experience with a visit to the Karijini Cultural Centre before heading for Fortesque Falls where you will be rewarded with a refreshing swim. These nights are spent camping.

The next two days are spent exploring, swimming and relaxing in the magnificent Karijini gorges. One of the oldest landscapes on earth – the region will amaze you. We will explore a number of gorges including Weano Gorge, Oxers Lookout, Hancock Gorge, amongst others.

Day 5: Exmouth

Leaving Karijini, we travel through the vast bush land and station country of the Pilbara region on our way to Exmouth and our accommodation.

Days 6-7: Coral Bay

This morning we explore the Cape Range National Park. Take a dip, snorkel or relax on the beach at picturesque Turquoise Bay and take the short hike for stunning views of Yardie Creek. This afternoon we make the short trip to beautiful Coral Bay.
Spend the entire next day snorkelling the famous Ningaloo Reef accessible from Coral Bay's white sandy beach. Alternatively, you can choose one of the many optional activities including quad biking, coral viewing cruises and scuba diving (at own expense).

Day 8: Monkey Mia

Heading south we cross the Tropic of Capricorn and pass through the town of Carnarvon, famous for its bananas. We call in at unique Shell Beach made up of tiny shells before continuing on to Monkey Mia – famous for the wild dolphins that visit the beach daily.

Day 9: Kalbarri

Time this morning to visit with the dolphins before exploring some of the Shark Bay World Heritage area. We stop to view the stromatolites – the oldest living organisms in the world – before heading south for Kalbarri. Time permitting we will be able to view the Murchison Gorge and Natures Window this afternoon before arriving in this seaside resort town.

Day 10: Perth

Departing via the coastal gorges of the Kalbarri National Park, we head to the picturesque seaside town of Dongara before travelling south through the fascinating landscape of the Nambung National Park and checking out the famous Pinnacle Desert. Then we make our way to Perth arriving in the early evening.

Additional Information

Accommodation: Camping consists of portable, easy to erect, pyramid style tents with sewn in ground sheets and full standing room inside. Two people share each tent. Comfortable foam sleeping mats are also provided. You will also be provided with a travel pillow and towel to use and to keep for your future travels. Please bring a sleeping bag or hire one. While camping you will be expected to erect your tent and pack it away. When not camping the standard accommodation is multishare.

Participatory Camping: To participate in this trip you must be prepared to assist with preparing meals, cleaning dishes, collecting firewood, setting up and packing up camp every day, in all conditions.

Meals: On most days, breakfast, lunch and dinner will be included. Your leader will prepare most of the meals whilst on tour but you will have the opportunity to assist with daily activities such as setting up camp, helping prepare meals and clearing dishes. None of this is difficult however many hands make light work and any assistance provided to crew is always much appreciated. Most people agree that this type of activity helps you feel like less of a tourist and more of an explorer. Vegetarians and those with any special meal requirements may need to provide additional assistance to the leader for meal preparation.

Transport: You will be travelling in a vehicle specifically designed and built for Australian outback conditions. All our vehicles are air conditioned for your comfort, have CD players and/or Ipod connections and large panoramic windows for uninterrupted sightseeing.

Further Information

Meals

9 Breakfasts, 9 Lunches, 9 Dinners, Allow $100 for other Meals .

Accommodation

5 Night Hostel, 2 Nights Bush Camping, 2 Nights Camping with Facilities, 1 Night Camping with Basic Facilities.