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Day
1 - Perth to Horrocks
We enter the Nambung National Park to explore the mysterious
Pinnacles Desert and then discover some massive sand dunes.
There's the opportunity to sand board down the slopes, before
continuing on through Geraldton to our accommodation. (LD)
Day
2 - Horrocks to Shark Bay
It's a short drive to the Kalbarri National Park where we
explore Murchison Gorge, Natures Window, the Loop and Z-Bend
Gorge (it's a steep descent but worth the effort for a refreshing
swim). There's also the option to abseil here (own expense).
After lunch we visit beautiful Shell Beach as we travel towards
Denham and Shark Bay. (BLD)
Day
3 - Shark Bay to Coral Bay
After a short drive across the Peron Peninsula we make our
way down to the beach and the world famous Monkey Mia dolphins
- it's a unique experience with some fantastic photo opportunities.
As we travel towards Carnarvon, we stop to view the fascinating
Stromatolites at Hamelin Pool. After a break in our journey
at Carnarvon we continue along the highway to Coral Bay, the
Jewel of the North. (BLD)
Day
4 - Coral Bay to Exmouth
Today is yours to explore Coral Bay and the wonders of the
Ningaloo Reef and its fantastic marine life. You can go snorkelling,
cruise on the glass bottom boat, take a quad bike tour or
even a joy flight over the reef (all at additional expense).
Today is a day to relax. Late afternoon and its time for the
short drive into Exmouth. (BLD)
Day
5 - Exmouth
Today we explore Yardie Creek in the Cape Range National Park,
have a swim, snorkel or sunbathe at beautiful Turquoise Bay
and admire the view from historic Vlahming Head Lighthouse.
We return to our hostel late afternoon. (BL)
Day
6 - Exmouth to Karijini National Park
Heading inland through the vast cattle stations of the Pilbara
region, our destination is the oasis of Karijini. This afternoon
we pass through Tom Price, a little town known for its iron
ore mining, before reaching our camp overlooking the magnificent
Hamersley Range. (LD)
Days
7 & 8 - Karijini National Park
Two full days of adventure is the perfect amount of time needed
to explore Karijini National Park and its amazing gorges.
Formed over 2,500 million years ago, the Hamersley Ranges
are some of the most unusual landforms on earth. Deep in the
gorges you'll come across cascading waterfalls and fresh,
still waterholes - perfect for swimming. Dales Gorge, Fortesque
Falls, Fern Pool, Circular Pool, Weano Gorge and Hancock Gorge
are just some of the stunning areas we'll get to. Definitely
a highlight! (BLD)
Day
9 - Karijini National Park to Pardoo Station
We depart Karijini this morning and travel towards the coast
and the iron ore port of Port Hedland. We have time for a
quick town tour and marvel at the sheer size of the iron ore
industry. After lunch we continue on towards Pardoo Station,
where we spend our last night together. (BLD)
Day
10 - Pardoo Station to Broome
En-route to Broome we enjoy a leisurely break and take in
the glory of the stretching sands of the 80 Mile Beach. Enjoy
a stroll along the beach and get some fantastic photos, before
our final leg into Broome. (BL)
Day
11 - Broome
A day at leisure to relax on beautiful Cable Beach or there
is plenty to see and do in Broome. You can organise a tour
out to one of the local pearl farms or view some of the old
pearling luggers. The day is yours to explore Broome and enjoy
the fantastic weather (meals at own expense).
Day
12 - Broome to Karijini National Park
We commence our journey south to Perth and today retrace our
steps back towards Karijini National Park. (LD)
Day
13 - Karijini to Great Northern Highway
It's a short drive to Auski Roadhouse before beginning our
drive south along the Great Northern Highway. We pass through
the iron ore mecca of the north, Newman and pass through many
large sheep stations (some over 1 million acres in size).
We share our last night together at one of the vast stations
in this area. (BLD)
Day
14 - Great Northern Highway to Perth
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. (BL)
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