10 day Perth to Broome Via Ningaloo Reef & Karijini

Experience the untamed beauty of Australia’s West Coast and enjoy the adventure of a lifetime, exploring some of the most isolated and scenic areas that Australia has to offer. Highlights include the Pinnacles, Monkey Mia, Coral Bay and the magnificent  Karijini National Park.

Itinerary

Day 1 - Perth to Kalbarri

We depart Perth and head North through market gardens and vineyards to join up with Highway 1 on our way to Nambung National Park and the fascinating Pinnacles Desert. After exploring these unique formations we continue our journey northwards along coastal roads to Geraldton.

After a short break we head out to some local sand dunes for an adrenalin rush sand boarding down these huge slopes. From here we continue on towards Kalbarri and our overnight accommodation.

Accommodation: Hostel
Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2 - Kalbarri to Shark Bay

After an early rise we have a short drive to Murchison Gorge in Kalbarri National Park. Here we take time to view Natures Window, the Loop and discover the wonders of the Z-Bend Gorge. At Z-Bend Gorge it is an exhilarating 150 metre descent into the heart of the gorge ? well worth the effort ? . . . .there is time to explore and swim in the tranquil fresh water pools. For the adventurous there is even an opportunity to try your hand at abseiling (optional activity at additional cost).

This afternoon it’s time to make our way toward Monkey Mia, stopping at the beautiful Shell Beach and then onto Denham for our overnight stop.

Accommodation: Hostel
Meals: Lunch

Day 3 - Shark Bay to Coral Bay

After a short drive across the Peron Peninsula we make our way down to the beach and the world famous Monkey Mia dolphins  . . . . . its a unique experience and there are some fantastic photo opportunities. Almost as famous as the dolphins are Monkey Mia’s pelicans. Check them out during the dolphin feeding.

Soon it is time to leave and head towards Carnarvon, however before we leave the Shark Bay area we stop at the fascinating stromatolites at Hamelin Pool. A take a well earned break at Carnarvon before we finish the day by driving the highway Coral Bay, the Jewel of the North.

Accommodation: Hostel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4 - Coral Bay to Exmouth

Today is yours to explore Coral Bay and the wonders of the Ningaloo Reef and its fantastic marine life. You can go snorkelling, cruise on the glass bottom boat, take a quad bike tour or even a joy flight over the reef (all optional extra’s). Today is a day to relax.
Late afternoon and its time for the short drive into Exmouth.

Accommodation: Hostel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5 & 6 – Exmouth

A full day to explore Exmouth. After breakfast it’s time to jump on the bus and head out to Yardie Creek in the Cape Range National Park. Then we start our slow return to Exmouth. Have a swim or sunbathe at beautiful Turquoise Bay and discover this northern part of Ningaloo Reef, Enjoy spectacular views from historic Vlahming Head Lighthouse, stroll along pristine beaches. We return to our hostel late afternoon.

Accommodation: Hostel
Meals: Day 5 - Breakfast, Lunch | Day 6 - Breakfast

Day 7 - Karijini National Park

You will see why we have allowed the next two days to explore and bask in the magnificence of this National Park area and it’s Gorges. The Hamersly Ranges were formed over 2,500 million years ago and are some of the most unusual landforms on earth. From cascading waterfalls found deep in the gorges to fresh still pools ideal for swimming, we experience it all. Some of the gorges are so narrow that you can touch both sides at once.

Accommodation: Campground
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8 - Karijini National Park

Another day in the spectacular Karijini exploring the magnificent gorges, lookouts and swimming holes.

Accommodation: Campground
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 9 - Karijini National Park to Pardoo Station

We depart Karijini this morning and take a leisurely drive out of the park towards outback Pardoo Station before spending our last night together before heading for Broome.

Accommodation: Caravan Park
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, Dinner

Day 10 - Pardoo Station to Broome

On route to Broome today we enjoy a leisurely break and take in the glory of the stretching sands of 80 mile beach. Enjoy a stroll along the beach before we embark on our final leg into Broome.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch