Embark on an unforgettable 10-day Perth to Karijini tour, where the raw beauty of Western Australia’s best natural wonders awaits you. This remarkable journey seamlessly blends the stunning coastal landscapes with the rugged Outback terrain, creating a road trip like no other. As you set out on this adventure, you’ll be immersed in a diverse and captivating environment that showcases the true essence of Australia’s west coast.
Karijini National Park stands as a highlight of this expedition. Dive into its rocky gorges and invigorating waterholes, letting the ancient landscapes envelop you in their grandeur. With the guidance of expert local leaders, you’ll gain insights into the region’s history, ecology, and cultural significance, enriching your experience beyond the surface.
The Coral Coast stretches before you, offering picturesque drives through the Pilbara and its iconic red earth. Although amenities may be scarce, the rewards of this journey are boundless. This tour allows you to traverse these vast regions with the comfort of a private vehicle, the expertise of passionate local guides, and the magic of camping under a starlit sky.
The allure of Ningaloo Reef adds an aquatic dimension to your adventure. Experience its underwater wonderland through various options such as plane rides, glass-bottom boat tours, or snorkeling. Depending on the season, you might even have the chance to swim alongside gentle giants of the deep – whale sharks – a truly awe-inspiring encounter.
The heart of the Pilbara holds echoes of the Australia that captures the world’s imagination – cattle stations, red earth, and mining communities. This journey grants you a front-row seat to witness the sun-soaked landscape that is quintessentially Australian.
Your love for exploration will find fulfillment as you trek the trails of Karijini National Park. The rugged paths wind through gorges and lead to ancient waterholes, inviting you to cool off in their crystal-clear depths. This isn’t just a tour; it’s a chance to embrace the essence of living within nature’s masterpiece.
Experience Western Australia’s best of the best, all bundled into one enriching journey. This small-group overland adventure allows you to create memories against the backdrop of ever-changing landscapes. Book your Perth to Karijini tour now and unleash your inner adventurer.
G'day mate! Ready for a ripper time? Join our 10-day Perth to Karijini tour, camp under the stars, and soak up the Aussie Outback magic!
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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 desert. From here continue on through Geraldton to visit to Western Australia’s own Pink Lake at Port Gregory before we reach the quiet beach town of Kalbarri, where you’ll stay the night.
Included Activities: Nambung National Park (Pinnacles) Entrance
Accommodation: Hostel (1 night)
Meals Included: Lunch and Dinner
Special Information: The total driving time today is about 6.5 hours and approximately 600km. The total walking distance is approximately 2km.
Today take a short drive to Kalbarri National Park. Hike around some of the park’s diverse scenery, including Murchison Gorge, Nature’s Window and the amazing Kalbarri Skywalk. It’s a steep descent into Z-Bend Gorge.
Please be aware that the entrances to some of these gorge’s are challenging and participants need to be able to scale up and down vertical ladders and scramble over boulders to reach some attractions.
After lunch time to relax and check out the seaside cliffs and coastal gorges, take a walk from Natural Bridge to Island Rock keeping a lookout for dolphins and migrating whales (seasonal).
Enjoy a stunning west coast sunset over the Indian Ocean.
Included Activities: Kalbarri National Park
Accommodation: Hostel (1 night)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Special Information: The total driving time today is about 1.5 hours and approximately 125km. The total walking distance is approximately 4km.
An early departure this morning will see us take in 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 Denham and Shark Bay.
This afternoon you can relax by the pristine shores of Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort or maybe take an optional sunset sail onboard a local catamaran.
Accommodation: Hostel (1 night)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Special Information: The total driving time today is about 4.5 hours and approximately 400km. The total walking distance is approximately 1km.
This morning head down 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’.
Accommodation: Hostel (1 night)
Included Activities: Monkey Mia dolphins
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Special Information: The total driving time today is about 6.5 hours and approximately 600km. . The total walking distance is approximately 1km.
Today explore picturesque Coral Bay, home to the World Heritage-listed Ningaloo Reef. Snorkel equipment is available to hire, 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.
Accommodation: Hostel (1 night)
Optional Activities: Snorkel with the Manta Rays – half day trip,Whale Watching (seasonal), Glass Bottom Boat Cruises
Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner
Special Information: The total driving time today is about 2 hours and approximately 185km. The total walking distance is approximately 2km.
Spend the morning snorkelling 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.
Accommodation: Hostel (1 night)
Optional Activities: Snorkel with Whalesharks (own expense – April to July only) and Snorkel to Turquoise Bay (own expense)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Special Information: Today’s travel will take around 2 hours in total and approximately 180km. The total walking distance is approximately 2 kilometres.
Head inland today through the vast cattle stations of the Pilbara region. The sparsely populated Pilbara desert is known for its red earth and rich mineral deposits. In the afternoon pass through the little town of Tom Price, which is renowned for its iron ore mining. Continue on to your campsite overlooking the magnificent Hamersley Range in Karijini. Before you go to sleep, take a minute to gaze up at one the most magnificent night skies you’re ever likely to see.
Accommodation: Camping (with facilities) (1 night)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Special Information: The total driving time today is around 9 hours and approximately 750km.
Today we explore the almighty gorges of Karijini National Park. Formed over 2,500 million years ago, the Hamersley Ranges feature some of the most unusual landforms on Earth. You’ll be able to take some great photographs while you’re here. Hike deep into the gorges, where you’ll come across cascading waterfalls and fresh waterholes ideal for swimming in. Dales Gorge and Oxlers Lookout, Fortescue Falls, Fern Pool, Weano and Hancock Gorge’s are just some of the places you can visit. This part of the journey is a real highlight.
Please be aware that the entrances to some of these gorge’s are challenging and participants need to be able to scale up and down vertical ladders and scramble over boulders to reach some attractions.
Included Activities: Karijini National Park Entrance & Gorge Walks
Accommodation: Camping (with facilities) (1 night)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Special Information: The total driving time today is only around 2 hours and approximately 100kms, but you could be walking up to 6km.
We travel south through the vast areas of the Pilbara region, via the outback mining town of Newman, the iron ore Mecca of the North. We will travel through many large historical sheep and cattle stations (some over 1 million acres in size) and modern mining centres. We share our last night together at one of our outback campsites.
Accommodation
Camping (1 night)
Meals Included
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Special Information
The total driving time today is about 8 hours and approximately 700km, with some small walks.
Leaving early we travel to the gold mining town of Mt Magnet. A short break and once more we are on our way to Perth. As the kilometres slip by we soon find ourselves in the wheat and sheep farming districts North-East of Perth. Early afternoon will find us at the picturesque town of New Norcia, built as a mission by Benedictine monks in the 1840’s. As the day draws to a close we arrive into Perth.
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch
Special Information: The total driving time today is about 8 hours and approximately 700km, with some small walks.
This is an unfiltered West Coast immersion. Certain nights will be spent camping in twin-share tents at camping grounds. While simplicity is embraced, it adds to the thrill.
For this expedition, a moderate to high fitness level is essential due to extensive walking. Karijini’s trails are demanding; robust, comfy shoes are a must. Pack two pairs, one water-friendly.
On select days, driving through remote desert expanses may take hours. Relish vistas unseen in conventional travel. Refer to the itinerary for travel time details.
Western Australia’s temperatures can be extreme. Days are hot; safeguard with appropriate attire, sunblock, and hydration. Nights chill significantly; pack insulating layers.
When not camping, multi-share lodging with mixed-gender dorms awaits.
Please note, timings and distances are influenced by road and weather variables.
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Snorkel at Turquoise Bay
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