Itinerary
- Day 1
Perth to Kalbarri
You'll kick things off with a guided tour through the Pinnacles Desert in Nambung National Park, where limestone formations rise from golden sand. After that, you're heading to Jurien Bay for lunch right by the water. Then you'll drive up Indian Ocean Drive, which gives you some really nice coastal scenery along the way. There's a possible stop at the Pink Lake near Geraldton if conditions allow (it depends on algae levels and weather). By evening you'll be settling into Kalbarri for the night.
- Start point
- The Criterion Hotel, 560 Hay St, Perth, Western Australia 6000, Australia (Our central meeting point for this tour will be outside the front of the Criterion Hotel. , 07:15 - 07:25)
- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch by the sea at Jurien Bay), Dinner
- Accommodation
- Motel (Kalbarri Pelicans Nest Private Rooms (with ensuite) or similar alternative), Hostel (Kalbarri YHA Backpackers Shared Accommodation (with shared bathroom) or similar alternative)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Pinnacles Desert in Nambung National Park
- Stop at Pink Lake near Geraldton
Landmarks Pinnacles Desert Nambung National Park Jurien Bay Indian Ocean Drive Pink Lake 
- Day 2
Kalbarri to Monkey Mia
Get up early to catch sunrise at either Nature's Window or Kalbarri Skywalk, which are both great for photos. From there you'll explore The Murchison Gorge and Z-Bend in Kalbarri National Park, where water has carved deep channels through sandstone over time. Spring brings wildflowers if you're traveling then. After grabbing lunch by the river mouth in Kalbarri, you'll head toward Monkey Mia with a few comfort stops along the route.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch by the river mouth in Kalbarri), Dinner
- Accommodation
- Motel (RAC Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort Standard Private Rooms (with ensuite) or similar alternative), Hostel (RAC Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort Backpackers Shared Accommodation (with shared bathroom) or similar alternative)
Included Activities
- Sunrise photo opportunity at Nature's Window or Kalbarri Skywalk
- Visit to The Murchison Gorge
- Visit to Z-Bend in Kalbarri National Park
- Lunch by the river mouth in Kalbarri
Optional Activities
- Kalbarri Abseiling Z-Bend
Landmarks Nature's Window Kalbarri Skywalk The Murchison Gorge Z-Bend Kalbarri National Park 
- Day 3
Monkey Mia to Coral Bay
Morning brings the main event, the famous Monkey Mia dolphins, which you'll get good photos of as they come in close to shore. You've got time to relax on the beach or grab a coffee at the restaurant afterward. Next you'll check out Eagle Bluff, which has spectacular cliff views overlooking Denham. There's also a walk along a shell beach before lunch, then you'll drive to accommodation on the Ningaloo Reef in Coral Bay for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Motel (Ningaloo Coral Bay Bayview Lodge Private Rooms (with ensuite) or similar alternative), Hostel ( Ningaloo Coral Bay Backpackers Shared Accommodation (with shared bathroom) or similar alternative)
Included Activities
- Monkey Mia Dolphin experience
- Visit to Eagle Bluff with cliff views overlooking Denham
- Stroll along shell beach
Optional Activities
- Coffee at the restaurant in Monkey Mia
- Beach time in Monkey Mia
Landmarks Monkey Mia Eagle Bluff Denham Shell Beach Ningaloo Reef Coral Bay 
- Day 4
Coral Bay
This day is mostly yours to explore Ningaloo Reef, Australia's largest fringe reef. You can either take a boat tour or spend free time on Coral Bay beaches. You might stroll the beach to check out the shark nursery, or if you're interested, there are optional activities like swimming with manta rays or snorkeling right at the reef (just meters from shore). Later you'll drive to Exmouth in the evening and check in for two nights.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Resort (Potshot Hotel Resort Private Rooms (with ensuite) or similar alternative.), Hostel (Potshot Hotel Backpackers Shared Accommodation (with shared bathroom) or similar alternative.)
Included Activities
- Free time to explore Ningaloo Reef and Coral Bay beaches
- Beach access and shark nursery viewing
Optional Activities
- Swim with Manta Rays (additional cost)
- Snorkel Ningaloo Reef
- Glass Bottom Boat Tours
Landmarks Ningaloo Reef Coral Bay Shark nursery 
- Day 5
Exmouth
You'll drive through Cape Range National Park, which has rugged limestone ranges, deep canyons, and nice beaches. The day includes either relaxing on the beach or snorkeling at Turquoise Bay. The tour finishes early afternoon, so you've got free time to walk around Exmouth township (about 500m from where you're staying) or use the pool. There are optional whaleshark or humpback swims available depending on the season (extra cost). End the day at Vlamingh Head Lighthouse around sunset.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Resort (Potshot Hotel Resort Private Rooms (with ensuite) or similar alternative.), Hostel (Potshot Hotel Backpackers Shared Accommodation (with shared bathroom) or similar alternative.)
Included Activities
- Drive through Cape Range National Park
- Access to Turquoise Bay for snorkeling or beach time
Optional Activities
- Snorkeling at Turquoise Bay
- Whaleshark swim tour (Mar-Sep, pre-booking required, at guests' own expense)
- Humpback swim tour (Aug-Oct, pre-booking required, at guests' own expense)
- Visit Vlamingh Head Lighthouse at sunset
- Explore Exmouth township
- Use accommodation pool
Landmarks Cape Range National Park Turquoise Bay Vlamingh Head Lighthouse Exmouth 
- Day 6
Exmouth to Geraldton
You'll visit Carnarvon and either a banana or mango plantation depending on what's in season. Lunch happens at the Carnarvon waterfront, then there's a photo stop overlooking the Murchison River. A refreshments break at Billabong gives you time for coffee and ice cream. After that you're driving into Geraldton for your final night. The group will have dinner together at The Murchison Tavern later (you cover your own meal cost).
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch on the waterfront in Carnarvon)
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse (Geraldton Accommodation Private Double/Twin/Single Rooms (with shared bathroom) or similar alternative.), Guesthouse (Geraldton on the Foreshore Backpackers Shared Accommodation (with shared bathroom) or similar alternative.)
Included Activities
- Visit to Carnarvon
- Visit to local banana or mango plantation (seasonal)
- Lunch on the waterfront in Carnarvon
- Photo opportunity overlooking the Murchison River
Optional Activities
- Dinner at The Murchison Tavern (at guests' own expense)
Landmarks Carnarvon Murchison River Billabong Geraldton 
- Day 7
Geraldton to Perth
Start at the HMAS Sydney Memorial, which has great views of Geraldton. From there you'll walk the 3 bay walk at Green Head, then explore the Stromatolites at Lake Thetis. Next is Lancelin Sand Dunes Lookout, where you can see the vast sand dunes stretching out. Then you'll relax on the bus for the drive back to Perth, with drop-offs starting around 6:00pm.
- End point
- The Criterion Hotel, 560 Hay St, Perth, Western Australia 6000, Australia (Our drop off point is the same location Criterion Hotel - 560 Hay St, Perth, 18:00 - 18:30)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit to HMAS Sydney Memorial with views of Geraldton
- 3 bay walk at Green Head
- Stromatolites of Lake Thetis
- Lancelin Sand Dunes Lookout for scenic views
Landmarks HMAS Sydney Memorial Green Head Lake Thetis Lancelin Sand Dunes Lancelin Sand Dunes Lookout
