Perth Trip Overview
Discover why Western Australia is a nature lovers’ paradise. Become an Exmouth Explorer and experience the many wonders of the World Heritage listed Ningaloo Reef. As you journey through the idyllic West Coast you will experience a totally different side to Australia, a region many are yet to discover!
Highlights:
• Wonder at the limestone outcrops of The Pinnacles
• Explore the stunning gorges of Kalbarri National Park
• Walk a beach made entirely of tiny shells
• Meet Monkey Mia’s friendly resident dolphins
• Discover the underwater world of the Ningaloo Reef
• Opportunity to snorkel with Manta Rays, Whalesharks & dive The Navy Pier
• Relax and unwind at postcard worthy Turquoise Bay
Additional Info
Duration: 7 days
Starts: Perth, Australia
Trip Category: Multi-day & Extended Tours >> Multi-day Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Perth, Western Australia, Australia
Discover why Western Australia is a nature lovers’ paradise. Become an Exmouth Explorer and experience the many wonders of the World Heritage listed Ningaloo Reef. As you journey through the idyllic West Coast you will experience a totally different side to Australia, a region many are yet to discover!
Highlights:
• Wonder at the limestone outcrops of The Pinnacles
• Explore the stunning gorges of Kalbarri National Park
• Walk a beach made entirely of tiny shells
• Meet Monkey Mia’s friendly resident dolphins
• Discover the underwater world of the Ningaloo Reef
• Opportunity to snorkel with Manta Rays, Whalesharks & dive The Navy Pier
• Relax and unwind at postcard worthy Turquoise Bay
Itinerary
Day 1: Perth to The Pinnacles to Kalbarri National Park
Stop At: Perth, Perth, Greater Perth, Western Australia
Start your adventure in the most remote capital city of Perth before heading north into the nature lovers’ paradise that is Western Australia.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: The Pinnacles, Pinnacles Drive Nambung National Park, Cervantes, Western Australia 6511 Australia
Kick off your adventure with a guided tour through the Pinnacles Desert before enjoying lunch by the sea then journey up Indian Ocean Drive for some stunning coastal views. Walking distance approx.1.5km.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Geraldton, Geraldton, Western Australia
After a quick stop in Geraldton and if time permits a visit to pink lake (seasonal, not guaranteed)
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Kalbarri, Kalbarri, Western Australia
Then it’s on to the seaside town of Kalbarri for our overnight accommodation.
Duration: 6 hours
Meals included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight stay in Kalbarri at a centrally located hostel, comfortable accommodation with share bathroom facilities.
Day 2: Kalbarri National Park to Monkey Mia Shark Bay
Stop At: Kalbarri National Park WA 6536, Australia
Hike down to the banks of the Murchison River to marvel at the The Murchison Gorge and Z-Bend. Located in the heart of Kalbarri National Park, where water has carved its way through sandstone. Here you have the option to try abseiling (additional cost). Walking distance approx. 3km.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Nature’s Window, Ajana-Kalbarri Road, Kalbarri, Western Australia 6536 Australia
Peek through Nature’s Window into an ancient gorge and capture a spectacular photo of the views across Kalbarri National Park.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Shell Beach, Via Shark Bay Road, Denham, Western Australia 6537 Australia
Before taking a strolling on a beach made entirely of tiny shells.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Monkey Mia, Monkey Mia, Western Australia
A visit to the World Heritage Listed region of Shark Bay will leave you in awe of the beauty of nature. Then it’s on to Monkey Mia for our accommodation by the beach.
Duration: 6 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight stay in Monkey Mia by the beach, comfortable accommodation with share bathroom facilities.
Day 3: Monkey Mia Shark Bay to Coral Bay
Stop At: Monkey Mia Reserve, 1 Monkey Mia Rd Shark Bay area, Gascoyne Region, Monkey Mia, Western Australia 6537 Australia
This morning witness the famous Monkey Mia Dolphins playing just off the shore and don’t forget your camera. Enjoy chill out time on the beach here or enjoy a coffee at the restaurant before we get back on the road mid-morning.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Hamelin Pool, Hamelin Pool, Western Australia
We’ll visit the fascinating and world’s oldest living fossils, the Stromatolites also known as the lungs of the ocean.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Coral Bay, Coral Bay, Western Australia
Stay overnight in Coral Bay, a town right by the beach which boasts coral so close to shore you can swim out to view it. Or join a tour in search of whale sharks or manta rays.
Duration: 6 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight stay in Coral Bay located near Ningaloo Reef, comfortable hostel accommodation with share bathroom facilities.
Day 4: Coral Bay to Ningaloo Reef
Stop At: Ningaloo Reef, Off the North West Cape Yardie Creek Rd Ningaloo Marine Park, Exmouth Region, Ningaloo, Western Australia 6707 Australia
You’ll have most of the day to explore the Ningaloo Reef at your own leisure. Choose to join a boat tour or enjoy free time to experience the beautiful beaches Coral Bay has to offer. Go for a stroll on the beach and check out the shark nursery, swim with the manta rays (additional cost) or go for a snorkel on the Ningaloo Reef only metres from shore. We take the short drive up the peninsula to Exmouth and check into our accommodation for two nights in the town centre.
Duration: 6 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight stay in Exmouth located near Ningaloo Reef, comfortable hostel accommodation with share bathroom facilities.
Day 5: Exmouth to Cape Range National Park
Stop At: Exmouth, Exmouth, Western Australia
We follow the road as far north as Exmouth Cape, a place where rugged mountains flow almost down to the sea.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Vlamingh Head Lighthouse, 18 Kms North of Exmouth Yardie Creek Rd Ningaloo Reef Area, Gascoyne Region, Exmouth, Western Australia 6707 Australia
Stand atop Vlamingh Head at the lighthouse for views over the reef and ranges. In spring, you may even spot the migrating humpback whales go by. Walking distance approx. 1km.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Cape Range National Park, Yardie Creek Road, Exmouth Exmouth Region, Western Australia 6707 Australia
Today choose to do another boat tour and swim with Whale Sharks (seasonal) or explore Cape Range National park, a spectacular place of rugged limestone ranges, breathtaking deep canyons and 50km of pristine beaches.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Turquoise Bay, Ningaloo Reef area Yardie Creek Rd Approx 1 Hour’s Drive North/West From Exmouth, Exmouth, Western Australia 6707 Australia
Relax on the beach or choose to go snorkelling at the stunning Turquoise Bay (snorkel hire available)
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight stay in Exmouth located near Ningaloo Reef, comfortable hostel accommodation with share bathroom facilities.
Day 6: Exmouth to Northbrook
Stop At: Exmouth, Exmouth, Western Australia
Be amazed by your visit to the World Heritage Listed Ningaloo Reef, known for its diverse marine life, manta rays and whale shark visitors!
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Carnarvon, Carnarvon, Western Australia
Visit the town of Carnarvon and one of the local banana or mango plantations (seasonal)
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Northampton, Northampton, Western Australia
Before we head towards our final night of the tour for a truly unique Australian overnight stay near Northbrook / Northampton.
Duration: 6 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: A unique and traditional overnight stay in Northbrook, comfortable hostel accommodation with share bathroom facilities.
Day 7: Northbrook to Perth
Stop At: Perth, Perth, Greater Perth, Western Australia
Take in the last views of the scenic countryside before making our way back towards Perth. drop off starting around 6.30pm.
Duration: 3 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
No accommodation included on this day.
