Itinerary
Day 1: Perth to Kalbarri National Park
Stop At: Perth, Perth, Greater Perth, Western Australia
Take a journey along Western Australia’s Coral Coast, a region known for its stunning natural scenery, diverse wildlife and gorgeous beaches. View sand dunes so white they could be mistaken for snow. After leaving Perth we head north towards the Pinnacles.
Duration: 2 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: 2 hours
Stop At: Geraldton, Geraldton, Western Australia
After a quick stop in Geraldton and if time permits a visit to the 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
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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, Kalbarri, Western Australia
Visit the marvels of The Murchison Gorge, Nature’s Window and Z-Bend in Kalbarri National Park where water has carved its way through sandstone. Here you have the option to try abseiling (additional cost). Witness bright pops of colour here during wildflower season (spring). Walking distance approx. 3km
Duration: 6 hours
Stop At: Nature’s Window, Ajana-Kalbarri Road, Kalbarri, Western Australia 6536 Australia
Enjoy a great photo opportunity at Nature’s Window before strolling a beach made entirely of tiny shells.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Monkey Mia, Monkey Mia, Western Australia
Then it’s on to Monkey MIa, via Denham for our accommodation by the beach.
Duration: 6 hours
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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, Monkey Mia, Western Australia
Monkey Mia is sure to delight with its friendly bottlenose dolphins and other abundant wildlife.This morning meet the famous Monkey Mia Dolphins and get some amazing photos. 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: 3 hours
Stop At: Stromatolites of Shark Bay, Denham-Shark Bay Road, Hamelin Pool Shark Bay area, Gascoyne Region, Denham, Western Australia 6536 Australia
We'll visit the fascinating rock formations, the Stromatolites, before settling in to our accommodation in Coral Bay, located right on the famous Ningaloo Reef. Walking distance approx. 1km
Duration: 3 hours
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Accommodation included: Overnight stay in Coral Bay located near Ningaloo Reef, comfortable hostel accommodation with share bathroom facilities.
Day 4: Coral Bay and Ningaloo Reef
Stop At: Coral Bay, Coral Bay, Western 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.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Ningaloo Reef, Ningaloo, Ningaloo, Western Australia 6701 Australia
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.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Exmouth, Exmouth, Western Australia
This evening 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
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Accommodation included: Overnight stay in Exmouth located near Ningaloo Reef, comfortable hostel accommodation with share bathroom facilities.
Day 5: Exmouth
Stop At: Cape Range National Park, Yardie Creek Road, Exmouth Exmouth Region, Western Australia 6707 Australia
Today we explore Cape Range National Park, a spectacular place of rugged limestone ranges, breathtaking deep canyons and 50km of pristine beaches. Walking distance approx.1km.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Turquoise Bay, Cape Range National Park 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 $10 and a bond required)
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
Visit Vlamingh Head Lighthouse, relax at Milyering Visitors Center and more before finishing the tour in the late afternoon.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Ningaloo Reef, Ningaloo, Ningaloo, Western Australia 6701 Australia
Or choose to join a whale shark or humpback whale snorkel tour and spend the day meeting some of the Ningaloo Reef’s most famous visitors (own expense and seasonal). There’s also the Navy Pier dive option for those that are certified and have dived in the last 6 months (own expense).
Duration: 2 hours
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Accommodation included: Overnight stay in Exmouth located near Ningaloo Reef, comfortable hostel accommodation with share bathroom facilities.
Day 6: Exmouth
Pass By: Exmouth, Exmouth, Western Australia
Say goodbye to fellow travellers, as this is where you leave the group.
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Accommodation included: Checkout is at 10:00am