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The only way to capture the Best of the West, in less than a week.
Australia’s West Coast stands alone as a remote, stunning and truly unforgettable region. The 7-day Perth to Exmouth Adventure hugs much of the state’s coastline where the outback meets some of the most deserted, yet pristine beaches in the world. Meet the local dolphins at Monkey Mia, enjoy spectacular vistas along Kalbarri National Park’s skywalk, and snorkel your way along the marine paradise that is Turquoise Bay. Western Australia’s Ningaloo Reef and its coastline appears endless and whilst there’s a lot driving to get you there, the rewards are well-worth the wait.
- Start
- Perth City, Australia
- Finish
- Perth City, Australia
- Destinations
- Coral Coast,Monkey Mia,Ningaloo Reef,Pinnacles,The Outback,West Coast,Western Australia
- Style
- Hostel
- Theme
- New trips
- Code
- PX7R
- Physical rating
- 3/5 – Average level of fitness required
- Ages
- Min 18
- Group size
- Min 8, Max 20
Why you’ll love this trip
- Explore Western Australia’s desert landscapes, national parks and spectacular Coral Coast in rugged style on the ultimate small group overland adventure.
- Consider peering into the ecologically diverse underwater world of Ningaloo Reef by glass-bottom boat or snorkel, (seasonal) and swim with the gentle beasts of the deep in season – the whale sharks!
- Enjoy the flexibility of a private vehicle, the local knowledge of a passionate guide
Is this trip right for you?
- It is a ‘no frills’ West Coast experience. While conditions can be basic, this is all part of the adventure.
- The trip requires a moderate to high level of fitness as it involves a lot of walking, allowing you to really get amongst it. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes and comfortable clothing. You will need two pairs of shoes, one that can get wet.
- On some days of the trip, you will spend several hours driving, often through very sparse areas of desert. Sit back and enjoy landscapes that you would miss in any other form of travel, and please read the itinerary carefully for travel time estimates.
- Temperatures in Western Australia can be extreme. During the day, the weather can be hot (and the Australian sun is strong) so please bring appropriate clothing, use sun protection and drink plenty of water. In the evenings temperature really drop, so ensure you have base layers and warm clothing.
- When you’re not camping, you’ll stay in multi-share accommodation that may be mixed gender.
- All times and distances subject to road and weather conditions.
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Itinerary
We leave the big city of Perth and head North via the National Highway Number 1. We visit the Greenough Wildlife Sanctuary promoting conservation and animal rescue. Get up close to dingos, emus, orphan kangaroo joeys, saltwater crocodiles, handle lizards and even snakes. It’s then the 2nd largest city in Western Australia; Geraldton, to visit the HMAS Sydney memorial lookout and learn about the colourful history of this area, before arriving at our accommodation for the night at the remote post of the Northbrook Farmstay.
Accommodation
- Dorm style (with facilities) (1 night) Northbrook Farmstay
Meals Included
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
Total driving time today is around 5.5 hours and approximately 470km. Total walking distance is approximately 2km.
Today is a long day of driving (approximately 8 hours and approximately 750km in total). Leaving the farm travel through the vast bushland and cattle stations of the Gascoyne region. This sparsely populated region is known for its red earth, tropical fruits and rich mineral deposits.
Accommodation
- Hostel (1 night) Exmouth
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
Total driving time today is around 9 hours and approximately 750km. Not much walking today.
Depending on the season, today you’ll have the option (at your own cost) to snorkel or scuba dive in search of whale sharks or manta rays, the largest rays in the world. If not, taking up one of the optional boat tours, perhaps visit Vlamingh Head Lighthouse, or soak up the sun on the pristine beach at Turquoise Bay. Explore the beauty of Cape Range National Park. This afternoon we’ll take a short trip to beautiful Coral Bay.
Accommodation
- Hostel (1 nights) Coral Bay
Included Activities
- Ningaloo Reef Marine Park
Optional Activities
- Snorkel with the Whalesharks (April to July only)
- Beach snorkelling (own expense)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
Total driving time today is around 3.5 hours and approximately 300km. Total walking distance is approximately 2km.
Enjoy a day of freedom and relaxation. If you didn’t squeeze a snorkel into yesterday, today you get to; if you did, you get another one. Everyone wins. Ningaloo Reef is one of the world’s largest fringing reefs, meaning that it starts practically from the water’s edge. You just swim out from shore and suddenly you’re in a world of coral, fish, turtles and manta rays. Swimming above these enormous, majestic creatures is really something else. Not much of a swimmer? There’s also the option of taking in the scene on a glass bottom boat tour, along with many other optional activities. We’ll introduce you to the friendly staff at Coral Bay Eco Tours.
Accommodation
- Hostel (1 night) Coral Bay
Optional Activities
- Glass Bottom Boat Cruises
- Whale Watching – 3 hours (seasonal)
- Snorkel with Manta Rays – half day trip
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Special Information
There is no driving today, just a short walk to Coral Bay Eco Tours and water activities.
Today we cross–over the Tropic of Capricorn. Main stop for the day is Shell Beach, which, much as name would suggest, is a beach made of shells. What’s quite incredible about the place however is the amount of shells that there are. Locals have been using them in various industries for years, yet they still cover a stretch 60km long and up to 7 metres deep. Tonight, we overnight at the Shark Bay region.
Accommodation
- Hostel (1 night) Monkey Mia
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
Total driving time today is around 6.5 hours and approximately 600km. Total walking distance is approximately 2km.
This morning, check out Monkey Mia – part of the Peron Peninsula, which extends into part of the Indian Ocean known as Shark Bay. This popular spot is known for its world–famous dolphins that have been frequenting the beach for decades. Afterwards, continue your road trip down the West Australian coast with a short drive across the World Heritage Park. See stromatolites, the oldest living organisms in the world, then head south for the Kalbarri National Park. Time permitting, there’ll be a stop-off along the way at Murchison Gorge, where there’s the opportunity to admire the landscape through Nature’s Window and the Kalbarri Skywalk.
Accommodation
- Hostel (1 night) Kalbarri
Included Activities
- Kalbarri National Park Entrance
- Monkey Mia Dolphins
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
Total driving time today is around 5.5 hours and approximately 470km. Total walking distance is approximately 5km
It’s a driving day today, but a spectacular one. Visit Western Australia’s own Pink Lake at Port Gregory. Cruising through the coastal gorges of Kalbarri National Park, we come to the quaint coastal town of Dongara, which sits at the head of the Irwin River. Head on to the yellow sand dunes by the strange limestone structures of the Pinnacles Nambung National Park. After a walk around here it’s on to Perth, where this adventure winds up.
Included Activities
- Nambung National Park (Pinnacles) Entrance
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Special Information
Today’s driving will take approximately 7 hours and approximately 600km (with about 2km of walking). You’ll arrive in Central Perth around 6pm and there is no accommodation planned for this evening.
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Important notes
- Tour commences in Perth on Day 1 at 7 am and finishes in Perth on day 7 at approximately 6.30pm
- A strict luggage limit of 15 kg applies. Please bring a soft sided bag only.
- The accommodation on this trip is in mixed gender multi-share hostels. The minimum age for this trip is 18 years old.
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