Highlights:
- Discover Western Australia’s desert landscapes, national parks and sublime Coral Coast in rugged style on the ultimate small group overland adventure.
- Visit the Pink Lake, Kalbarri National Park and Shark Bay
- Enjoy the flexibility of a private vehicle, the expert knowledge of a passionate local guide and the magic of camping under the stars – what’s not to love about the land of Oz?
- Why not check out the underwater aquarium of Ningaloo Reef by plane, glass-bottom boat or snorkel, and season depending, swim with the gentle giants of the deep – whale sharks!
Includes:
- Experienced tour guide
- Meals as indicated: 5 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners
- Travel in all-terrain vehicle
- Accommodation: Hostel (5 nights)
- Activities as detailed in itinerary
- National park entry fees
Day 1 : Perth to Kalbarri
Welcome to sunny Perth, where your overland journey begins. Leave the city, driving north to Nambung National Park to explore The Pinnacles. These are ancient rock sculptures that rise out of the yellow sands of the landscape. From here continue on through Geraldton to the quiet beach town of Kalbarri, where you’ll stay the night.
Accommodation: Hostel (1 night)
The total driving time today is about 7 hours and approximately 600km. The total walking distance is approximately 2km.
Accommodation: Hostel (1 night)
The total driving time today is about 7 hours and approximately 600km. The total walking distance is approximately 2km.
Meals :Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 2 : Kalbarri National Park to Shark Bay
Today, take a short drive to Kalbarri National Park. Hike around some of the park’s diverse scenery, including Murchison Gorge and Nature’s Window. It’s a steep descent into Z-Bend Gorge. Enjoy spectacular views of the ‘Kalbarri Skywalk’ overlooking the Murchison River Gorge and Kalbarri National Park. After lunch visit the beautiful Shell Beach, which is one of only two beaches in the world composed entirely of shells. Get back on the road and continue towards Monkey Mia for our overnight stop.
Accommodation: Hostel (1 night)
The total driving time today is about 5.5 hours and approximately 470km. The total walking distance is approximately 5km.
Accommodation: Hostel (1 night)
The total driving time today is about 5.5 hours and approximately 470km. The total walking distance is approximately 5km.
Meals :Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3 : Shark Bay to Coral Bay
This morning we head to the beach for the Monkey Mia dolphins experience. The idyllic shores around the Francoise Peron National Park are perfect to stretch the legs and admire another slice of Western Australian coastline. The next stop is Hamelin Pool where you’ll see the fascinating stromatolites, these marine rock formations are some of the world’s oldest and largest living fossils. After a short break, continue along the highway through Carnarvon to Coral Bay – known as the ‘Jewel of the Northwest’. Watch the sun disappear and the stars come out at Coral Bay.
Accommodation: Hostel (1 night)
The total driving time today is about 6.5 hours and approximately 600km. The total walking distance is approximately 2km.
Accommodation: Hostel (1 night)
The total driving time today is about 6.5 hours and approximately 600km. The total walking distance is approximately 2km.
Meals :Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4 : Coral Bay
Today explore picturesque Coral Bay, home to the World Heritage-listed Ningaloo Reef. Snorkel equipment is available to hire (own expense), or you could cruise the reef in a glass-bottom boat to observe the tropical life teeming below the surface. The marine park is home to 250 species of coral and over 500 species of fish. You might prefer to take an optional scenic flight over the reef. We overnight in the Exmouth region.
Accommodation: Hostel (1 night)
The total driving time today is about 2 hours and approximately 185km. The total walking distance is approximately 2km.
Accommodation: Hostel (1 night)
The total driving time today is about 2 hours and approximately 185km. The total walking distance is approximately 2km.
Meals :Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5 : Exmouth to Cape Range National Park
Spend the morning snorkeling right off the beach in the stunning Cape Range National Park. Depending on the time of year, you have the option to snorkel or scuba dive in search of whale sharks and manta rays. Take a visit to Vlamingh Head Lighthouse, one of the few places in Australia where you can see the sun both rise and set over the water. Enjoy taking a wander around the town of Exmouth before settling down in our overnight accommodation.
Accommodation: Hostel (1 night)
The total driving time today is about 2 hours and approximately 180km. The total walking distance is approximately 2km.
Accommodation: Hostel (1 night)
The total driving time today is about 2 hours and approximately 180km. The total walking distance is approximately 2km.
Meals :Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6 : Departure day
If you choose to get up very early, join your fellow travellers for the last meal of the tour. Your tour ends this morning.
If your onwards travel includes a flight, the drive time from Exmouth to Learmonth Airport (LEA) in 30 minutes. Exmouth Bus Charter provides transfers to the airport. For more information please contact: 08 9949 4623
If your onward travel includes a coach to Perth, Broome or another location along the West Coast, please contact Integrity Coachlines on 08 9274 7464.
If your onwards travel includes a flight, the drive time from Exmouth to Learmonth Airport (LEA) in 30 minutes. Exmouth Bus Charter provides transfers to the airport. For more information please contact: 08 9949 4623
If your onward travel includes a coach to Perth, Broome or another location along the West Coast, please contact Integrity Coachlines on 08 9274 7464.
Meals :None
Departure location: Tourist Stop Barrack Street Jetty at 7am
Select Saturdays year round
Finishes: Exmouth morning of day 6
If you choose to get up very early, join your fellow travellers for the last meal of the tour. Your tour ends this morning.
If your onwards travel includes a flight, the drive time from Exmouth to Learmonth Airport (LEA) in 30 minutes. Exmouth Bus Charter provides transfers to the airport.
What to Bring
Sturdy walking shoes
Hat and sunscreen
Water bottle (at least 2 litres)
Towel and toiletries
Camera/phone and batteries or charger
Bathers and towel for swimming
Power pack for charging without electricity (optional if desired)
Money for meals not included
Money for optional activities
There are a number of optional activities on this tour, all of which can be booked by your Guide on the bus.
Coral Bay - Day 4
- Snorkel with Manta Rays – half day trip
- Beach Snorkelling (own expense)
- Whale Watching – 3 hours (seasonal)
- Glass Bottom Boat Cruises
Exmouth - Day 5
- Snorkel with the Whale sharks (own expense)
- Snorkel at Turquoise Bay (own expense)
