West Coast & Karijini National Park - 13 days

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This comprehensive tour of Western Australia journeys from Perth to Exmouth in 13 thrilling days. Meet Aboriginal locals, explore wild Kalbarri National Park and spot dolphins at Shark Bay. Snorkel beneath the waves along the Ningaloo Reef and enjoy a glass bottom boat tour, then unwind with two blissful days of free time in Exmouth before heading inland. Dis...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Geraldton - Stay at this trendy seaside resort and enjoy a short orientation tour of the town
    • Hutt Lagoon - Marvel at the bright pink lake, caused by the natural algae that lives in the water
    • Kalbarri National Park - See the eroded sandstone of Nature's Window and marvel at the Z-Bend Gorge, plus enjoy the view from the Kalbarri Skywalk
    • First Nations Experience - Meet Aboriginal Nhanda and Malgana people at a cultural evening and learn to play the digeridoo
    • Shark Bay - Spot playful bottlenose dolphins and enjoy a quiet afternoon to relax on the beach
    • Ningaloo Reef – Watch colourful fish darting about from a glass-bottom boat cruise and dive beneath the waves on a snorkelling adventure
    • Exmouth - Spend two free days doing as much or as little as you choose, with a range of optional activities to enjoy
    • Cheela Plains Station - Stay in this remote outpost in the Outback, with opportunities for hiking and stargazing
    • Karijini National Park - Explore the wild landscapes and dramatic scenery of the park, including optional swimming at Hammersley Gorge and a night of comfortable bush camping
    • Bullara Station - Listen to live music at this rustic cattle station, look out for emus and opt to gather around a campfire

What's this trip about?

    This comprehensive tour of Western Australia journeys from Perth to Exmouth in 13 thrilling days. Meet Aboriginal locals, explore wild Kalbarri National Park and spot dolphins at Shark Bay. Snorkel beneath the waves along the Ningaloo Reef and enjoy a glass bottom boat tour, then unwind with two blissful days of free time in Exmouth before heading inland. Discover the remote Outback cattle stations of Bullara and Cheela Plains, spend two days in Karijini National Park and return to the coast to visit Coral Bay and opt for further Ningaloo Reef exploration before heading back to Exmouth.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 16 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityPerth
End CityExmouth

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife

Destinations

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 16

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 16

Trip includes

    • 7 breakfasts (other meals are not included. Guests have the opportunity to self-cater on the second part of this tour, and there is a refrigerator onboard the vehicle. There are also opportunities to pre-order food and make use of cafes and other facilities along the route.
    • 8 nights 3-4 star hotels, 3 nights cabins & stations & 1 night permanent tented camp
    • Escorted by an expert local guide
    • All transportation in private, air-conditioned vehicles
    • Visit to the largest dunes in WA
    • Walk through the limestone towers of Nambung National Park
    • Geraldton orientation tour
    • First nations community art gallery visit in Northampton
    • Pink Lake at Hutt Lagoon
    • Kalbarri National Park – Z Bend, Natures Window & Kalbarri Skywalk
    • Kalbarri Rock Lobster Pot Pull Boat Trip
    • Hamelin Pool Marine Nature Reserve visit
    • First Nations experience courtesy of the Nhanda and Malgana people
    • Bottlenose dolphin-spotting
    • Visit to the Gascoyne Aboriginal Heritage and Cultural Centre
    • Gascoyne Food Trail
    • Ningaloo Reef glass bottom boat trip
    • Karijini National Park excursions (Hancock Gorge, Hammersley Gorge, Weano Gorge)
    • Unique stays at Cheela Plains Station and Bullara Station
    • Visit to the mining township of Tom Price
    • Opportunities to see billions of stars and their constellations right from most of your overnight stays, free from artificial lighting
    • Note: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go.

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day : 1 Perth

Perth - Geraldton. Welcome! Our tour will begin in Perth with a welcome meeting at 8:30. . It’s very important that you’re on time, so we can set off on our adventures straight after the meeting. It’s highly recommended that you spend a night in Perth before your trip...

Day : 2 Kalbarri

Geraldton - Northampton - Kalbarri. Following a delicious breakfast, we drive to Northampton, one of the oldest towns in Western Australia. We will admire some of the buildings dating back to the 1800s and visit a First Nations community art gallery. Our next stop is ...

Day : 3 Kalbarri

Kalbarri - Monkey Mia. Today begins with a boat tour from Kalbarri Marina to learn about the local rock lobster industry. You'll receive hands-on experience pulling lobster pots and keeping your catch for later. En route to Monkey Mia, we stop by Hamelin Pool Marin...

Day : 4 Monkey Mia

Join WA Parks & Wildlife experts for an exciting morning of dolphin viewing after breakfast. After spotting these playful mammals, there is some downtime to unwind on the beach. There's an optional sunset cruise this evening - if you're lucky you may be able to spot some elusive dugongs!

Day : 5 Carnarvon

Monkey Mia - Carnarvon. Today we first head to the Carnarvon Space and Technology Centre for a quick photo stop. Following that, we visit the Gascoyne Aboriginal Heritage and Cultural Centre to learn more about the region's distinctive culture. Don't forget to take...

Day : 6 Exmouth

Carnarvon - Ningaloo Reef - Exmouth. Today's destination is Coral Bay, which is famous for being home to the World Heritage-listed Ningaloo Reef. This is the world's largest fringing reef. During our visit, we will join a glass-bottom boat tour and enjoy a fun snorkel...

Day : 7-8 Exmouth

The next two days are completely free for you to explore Exmouth and its surroundings! Get the most out of your free time with a variety of engaging optional activities. Take a swim with the legendary whale sharks, observe majestic whales, swim with graceful manta ray...

Day : 9 Bullara Station

Exmouth - Cheela Plains Station. Today, you'll meet our guide at 8:00, ready for our inland adventure! We'll kick off our day just right, with a morning tea stop at Bullara Station, a working cattle station where you can enjoy included tasting of fresh scones, tea, an...

Day : 10 Tom Price & Karijini National Park

Cheela Plains Station - Tom Price (Karijini National Park). Prepare to immerse yourself in the stunning landscapes of Karijini National Park, renowned for its deep gorges and crystal-clear waters. We are basing ourselves on the outskirts of Tom Price, the highest town...

Day : 11 Karijini National Park

Prepare for another day filled with awe-inspiring scenery and stunning views. The adventure begins at Weano Gorge, where we can capture spectacular photographs. Next, explore Hancock Gorge and Kermit’s Pool, a trek often described as a ‘journey to the centre of the ea...

Day : 12 Bullara Station

Karijini National Park - Bullara Station. We're heading back on the road, keep your eyes peeled as this is emu country. Our journey takes us back to the remarkable Bullara Station. This working cattle station is a fantastic rest stop for travellers and a highlight of ...

Day : 13 Exmouth

Bullara Station - Coral Bay - Exmouth. It's time to shake the red Pilbara dirt off as we head back to the coast, and return to Coral Bay. We're taking it easy today, offering you the freedom to enjoy independent snorkelling, swim in the beautiful water, grab a sweet t...

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International flights and visas
    • Airport transfers
    • Additional meals and drinks unless specified
    • Tipping - an entirely personal gesture
    • Optional activities & additional attractions unless specified above

Accommodation

3-4-star hotels, cabins, stations & permanent tented camps
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