Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Broome
On arrival in Broome you will be transferred to your hotel. The remainder of
the day is at leisure to explore or just simply relax. Enjoy a welcome drink
with your Tour Director this evening.
Accommodation: Cable Beach Club
Resort, Broome, 2 nights.
Day 2: Broome at leisure
Enjoy a day at leisure exploring this tropical hideaway. Directly opposite
the hotel is the magnificent Cable Beach, one of the most stunning beaches
in the world, with 22km of white sand and clear tropical water. There are a
number of options available and your Tour Director will be able to help you
with suggestions. Perhaps take a spectacular scenic flight over the
Buccaneer Archipelago or ride a camel at sunset on the beach. Stroll through
Chinatown, home to some of the world's finest pearl showrooms. (B)
Day 3: Port Hedland
Journey parallel to 80 Mile Beach and skirt the edge of the Great Sandy
Desert, a desolate land of spinifex and sand hills. Arrive in Port Hedland,
gateway to the Pilbara. The port is a major shipping outlet for this mineral
rich region. Accommodation: All Seasons Port Hedland, Port Hedland. (B)
Day 4: Newman
Today we leave Port Hedland and travel via Marble Bar to the town of Newman.
Accommodation: Seasons Hotel, Newman. (B)
Day 5: Karijini National Park
We will enjoy a morning guided tour of the Mount Whaleback Mine, the world's
largest single open cut iron ore mine. Here, you will be amazed by the
enormity of the massive pit and see the huge machinery in operation. Journey
into Karijini National Park. The startling landscape of spectacular gorges,
waterfalls and rock pools, created by millions of years of erosion, provides
a striking contrast to the stark red landscape of the Pilbara. Continue to
the isolated town of Tom Price this afternoon.
Accommodation: Karijini Lodge, Tom Price. (BL)
Day 6: North West Cape
Today we continue the journey northwest and enjoy a visit to Giralia
Station, an area of outstanding biodiversity with many different species of
flora and fauna.
This afternoon travel to Exmouth on the boundary of Cape Range National Park
and the Ningaloo Marine Park. Accommodation: Potshot Hotel Resort, Exmouth.
(BL)
Day 7: Ningaloo Reef Cruise
Journey down the coast, admiring the fantastic coastal scenery of white sand
and sparkling blue ocean. Travel to Coral Bay, a quaint seaside town, where
you join a sub-sea viewer and cruise over the Ningaloo Reef, Western
Australia's largest coral reef. Observe the abundance of marinelife that
inhabits these tropical waters and marvel at the brilliant display of
colourful coral formations. Continue to Carnarvon, where tropical fruits are
grown, then on to Monkey Mia. Accommodation: Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort, 2
nights. (B)
Day 8: Monkey Mia
Spend time on the beach this morning at the Monkey Mia Reserve, nestled
against the pristine waters of the Shark Bay Marine Park, where dolphins
come into shore. These wild mammals of the ocean swim into the shallows to
mingle with people. Feel the magic of interacting with these magnificent
creatures, a truly unforgettable experience. (Note: As dolphins are wild
their appearance cannot be guaranteed.) The remainder of the day is at
leisure. Why not spend some time at the Monkey Mia Visitor Centre which
contains informative, interactive displays. At the Amphitheatre the rangers
conduct talks and slide shows. Ask your Tour Director for details on
optional scenic flights and sailing cruises to see dugong and dolphins. (B)
Day 9: Kalbarri - Geraldton
This morning visit Hamelin Pool to see a colony of ancient Stromatolites,
the world's oldest display of living fossils. Visit Shell Beach, consisting
of millions of shells, up to 10 metres deep. Travel through Kalbarri
National Park visiting Hawks Head Lookout for marvellous views of the
Murchinson River Gorge. Also visit Red Bluff Lookout, where layers of
sandstone form cliffs which loom over the Indian Ocean. Enjoy a tour of
Geraldton, located on the Batavia Coast, renowned for its many shipwrecks.
Accommodation: All Seasons Geraldton, Geraldton. (B)
Day 10: The Pinnacles - Yanchep National Park
Travel today into Nambung National Park, home of the mystical Pinnacles.
Continue to Yanchep National Park where you will enjoy an Aboriginal
cultural experience in an authentic bush setting. Meet Aboriginal guides who
will share with you their way of life in a traditional community and will
treat you to the enchanting sounds of the didjeridu and dancing. Continue to
Perth. Accommodation: Seasons of Perth, Perth. (B)
Day 11: Depart Perth
After breakfast enjoy a guided tour of the highlights of Perth. Drive
alongside the Swan River and visit Kings Park, a natural bushland area
covering over 400 hectares.
You will be transferred to Perth Airport to connect with your onward flight.
(B)
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