10 days tour

West Coast & Karijini Overland Adventure

West Coast & Karijini Overland Adventure

This tour includes:

Accommodation

Basix accommodation on the West Coast consists of multishare hostel accommodation with shared facilities and twin share camping with basic facilities. You will need to bring your own sleeping bag or pre-purchase one from us for the nights spent camping. Please also provide your own pillow if you wish. Multishare accommodation may be in mixed gender dorms. There are no upgrade rooms available on this trip and due to the multishare accommodation the minimum age for this trip is 18. PARTICIPATORY CAMPING: Our camping trips in Australia stay in a variety of campsites, from powered sites with permanent tents and shared bathroom facilities, to bush camping in remote locations. Check your daily itinerary for more details. On all camping trips you will be expected to lend a hand to ensure your experience is a comfortable one for everyone, whether it is helping to bring equipment from the bus, gathering firewood, making your beds up in a tent, putting together your picnic lunch or helping to wash up. Your leader will let you know how you can contribute as well as ensure that we leave all our campsites ready for the next visitors when we depart. Hostel (multi-share with shared facilities) (4 nights),Permanent tented camp (with shared facilities) (1 nights),Camping (with shared facilities) (4 nights)

Others

Nambung National Park - Pinnacles Desert Kalbarri National Park - Murchison River Gorge, Natureโ€™s Window & Z Bend walk Shark Bay - Shell Beach Monkey Mia Dolphins Shark Bay - Hamelin Pool Marine Nature Reserve Coral Bay - Ningaloo Reef Marine Park Cape Range National Park - Ningaloo Reef Marine Park Karijini National Park - Karijini National Park Highlights Karijini National Park - Gorge Walks Pilbara - Outback Camping Experience

Transport

Private vehicle DRIVING DISTANCES IN AUSTRALIA: Australia is a BIG : country! In fact, the whole of Europe fits into Australia with plenty of room to spare. Australians are accustomed to driving long distances on holiday, but you may not be. Perth to Broome is roughly the length of Portugal. Driving from Alice Springs to Darwin is about the length of the UK, and Perth to Adelaide is about the same distance from Spain to Poland. However, thatโ€™s why we think seeing Australia from the ground is better. We live in a country that has it all; stunning coastline and beaches, the outback, tropical rainforests, and some seriously amazing landscapes and wildlife. Please read the itinerary carefully for travel time estimates. HOT WEATHER: From October to March it is likely that you will experience temperatures over 35C/95F. These extreme temperatures place stress on the air-conditioning units within our vehicles which can make travelling uncomfortable. Your leader will assist with regular breaks and information to assist keeping cool and hydrated.

Meals

9 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 9 dinners

Guide

This trip is accompanied by two group leaders. Your group leaders are also your drivers, taking you from start to finish. The aim of the group leaders is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. Your leaders are classic do-it-all Aussies โ€“ they know the best spots to watch the sunset, can drive you to your next destination, take you on a guided hike and even whip up dinner. Please be aware they will be juggling many things on your tour and may have less time to spend with you. They will always be working hard to ensure you and your group have a fantastic time exploring Western Australia.

Not included:

Insurance

Insurance is not included. Travel insurance is required for this tour. Please make sure you are adequately covered. If you require travel insurance, TourRadar has partnered up with World Nomads to provide a hassle-free experience. More information can be found here (https://www.tourradar.com/travel-insurance).

Flights

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Itinerary of your trip West Coast & Karijini Overland Adventure

  • Day 1 Day 1: Perth / Pinnacles / Kalbarri
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Perth / Pinnacles / Kalbarri

      Welcome to sunny Perth (Boorloo in the language of the local Whadjuk Nyoongar people, who are the traditional owners of the land on which Perth is now located), where your adventure 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 Australiaโ€™s own Pink Lake at Port Gregory before we reach the quiet beach town of Kalbarri, where youโ€™ll stay the night.

      Accommodation: Hostel (multi-share with shared facilities)

  • Day 2 Day 2: Kalbarri National Park
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Kalbarri National Park

      Today take a short drive to Kalbarri National Park. Hike around some of the parkโ€™s diverse scenery, including Murchison Gorge, Natureโ€™s Window and the amazing Kalbarri Skywalk. Itโ€™s a steep descent into Z-Bend Gorge. After lunch itโ€™s 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.

      Accommodation: Hostel (multi-share with shared facilities)

  • Day 3 Day 3: Shark Bay / Monkey Mia
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Shark Bay / Monkey Mia

      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 or maybe take an optional sunset sail onboard a local catamaran.

      Accommodation: Hostel (multi-share with shared facilities)

  • Day 4 Day 4: Shark Bay / Coral Bay
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Shark Bay / Coral Bay

      This morning head to the beach and see if you can spot some marine life in Monkey Mia. The beach is well known for their resident dolphins. 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 back at the base of the Shark Bay peninsula where youโ€™ll see the fascinating stromatolites at Hamelin Pool. These marine rock formations are some of the worldโ€™s oldest and largest living fossils. After a short break, continue along the highway to Coral Bay โ€“ known as the โ€˜Jewel of the Northwestโ€™.

      Accommodation: Permanent tented camp (with shared facilities)

  • Day 5 Day 5: Ningaloo Reef / Cape Range National Park
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Ningaloo Reef / Cape Range National Park

      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. In the late afternoon, itโ€™s a short drive to our campsite at Yardie Creek in Cape Range National Park, near Exmouth.

      Accommodation: Permanent tented camp (with shared facilities) or hostel (multi-share with shared facilities)

  • Day 6 Day 6: Ningaloo Reef / Cape Range National Park
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Ningaloo Reef / Cape Range National Park

      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. Perhaps take a visit to Vlamingh Head Lighthouse, one of the few places in Australia where you can see the sun both rise and set. Enjoy taking a wander around the town of Exmouth before settling down for the night in our permanent campsite.

      Accommodation: Permanent tented camp (with shared facilities) or hostel (multi-share with shared facilities)

  • Day 7 Day 7: Pilbara / Karijini National Park
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Pilbara / Karijini National Park

      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 youโ€™re ever likely to see.

      Accommodation: Camping (with shared facilities)

  • Day 8 Day 8: Karijini National Park
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Karijini National Park

      Today explore the almighty gorges of Karijini National Park. Formed over 2500 million years ago, the Hamersley Ranges feature some of the most unusual landforms on Earth. Youโ€™ll be able to take some great photographs while youโ€™re here. Hike deep into the gorges, where youโ€™ll come across cascading waterfalls and fresh waterholes ideal for swimming in. Dales Gorge and Circular Pool, Fortescue Falls, Fern Pool and Weano Gorge are just some of the places you can visit. This part of the journey is a real highlight.

      Accommodation: Camping (with shared facilities)

  • Day 9 Day 9: Pilbara Outback
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Pilbara Outback

      Today is a long day of travel through WAโ€™s vast Pilbara Outback. Travel south via the outback mining town of Newman, the iron ore Mecca of the north. Continue through many large historical sheep and cattle stations (some over 1 million acres in size) and modern mining centres. Share your last night together at one of our outback campsites.

      Accommodation: Camping (with shared facilities)

  • Day 10 Day 10: Pilbara Outback / Perth
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Pilbara Outback / Perth

      Leave early as youโ€™ll travel to the gold mining town of Mt Magnet. A short break and once more we are on our way to Perth (Boorloo in the language of the local Whadjuk Nyoongar people, who are the traditional owners of the land on which Perth is now located). 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 1840โ€™s. As the day draws to a close we arrive back into Perth where the trip come to an end.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Challenging

Long and challenging experience. Youโ€™ll be required to have good physical fitness to go on it. In some of these activities you'll need previous experience on similar activities.

Age range

Age range

Min: 18 / Max: 99

Age range allowed for this experience.

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