This tour provides the perfect journey for those looking to explore the rugged Western Australian frontier from Broome to Perth. Discover the incredible natural landscapes of Millstream-Chichester National Park, Coral Bay, World Heritage-listed Shell Beach and Nambung National Park, home to the famous stromatolites. Beginning in Broome, this tour positions you to take advantage of one of our exciting Kimberley Adventure Extensions before you commence your journey down the coast. Together they’ll make for the perfect exploration of Western Australia.

Tour Code: WF11R

Duration: 11 Days/10 Nights Departure dates for 2012: May 29 June 19 July 3*, 18, 24* August 1*, 7, 15, 28* September 10*, 12, 25*

* Operates in reverse direction as WF11 - Perth to Broome

Itinerary
Day 1. Broome, Port Hedland
Depart Broome this morning and take in the vast expanse of the Great Sandy Desert as you travel to Port Hedland. This well-established mining town is situated on Western Australia’s stunning north west coast and is world renowned for its extensive exporting of iron ore. Stay: Port Hedland, The Esplanade. Dx1

Day 2. Millstream-Chichester National Park, Hamersley Gorge
Discover Millstream-Chichester National Park, one of the most pleasant stopovers in the state’s north west. From here, head to Karijini National Park and Hamersley Gorge, a waterhole with a stunning backdrop. Continue to Karijini Eco Retreat, your home for the next two nights. Two Night Stay: Karijini Eco Retreat. Bx1 Lx1 Dx1

Day 3. Karijini National Park
Enjoy a day to discover the landscapes of Karijini National Park. Here, the ever-changing light, colours and reflections highlight the complex geological structures of the park. Spectacular gorges, waterfalls and rockpools provide refreshing scenery compared to the surrounding Pilbara. Visit Dales Gorge, Fortescue Falls and Oxers Lookout. Perhaps walk to stunning Joffre Falls, located near the Eco Retreat. Bx1 Lx1 Dx1

Day 4. Tom Price, Exmouth
Travel through the mining town of Tom Price and take in the impressive horizons of the Pilbara. Continue to Exmouth, on the North West Cape, where you will enjoy two nights to explore this diverse region. Stay: Exmouth, Novotel Ningaloo. Bx1 Dx1

Day 5. Cape Range National Park
Today enjoy a full day to explore Cape Range National Park, a spectacular place of rugged limestone ranges, breathtaking deep canyons and 50 km of pristine beaches. Stay: Exmouth, Novotel Ningaloo. Bx1 Dx1

Day 6. Coral Bay, Ningaloo Marine Park
Journey to Coral Bay, located in Ningaloo Reef Marine Park. Ningaloo Reef is Australia’s longest continuous fringing coral reef, and is the closest to land, 100 metres at it’s closest. On arrival at Coral Bay, join a cruise aboard a glass bottom boat and view the colourful tropical fish and forests of corals that make up this reef. Stay: Carnarvon, Fascine Lodge. Bx1 Dx1

Day 7. Hamelin Pool, Shell Beach, Seafood Feast
Visit Hamelin Pool to see the stromatolites, dome shaped structures that are the world’s oldest known living organisms. Continue to Shell Beach, one of only two beaches in the world made up of billions of non-fossilised shells. Tonight enjoy a delicious seafood dinner. Stay: Shark Bay, Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort. Bx1 Dx1

Day 8. Monkey Mia Wild Dolphins, Denham, World Heritage Listed Shark Bay
This morning at Monkey Mia, perhaps see the famous wild dolphins that swim close to shore (subject to appearance). From here, continue to Denham, Australia’s most westerly town situated along the Peron Peninsula. Enjoy time at leisure to explore this World Heritage-listed region. Stay: Shark Bay, Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort. Bx1 Dx1

Day 9. Murchison River Region, Wooleen Station
Today veer away from the coast and travel inland to the Murchison River region - the only shire in Australia without a town. On arrival at Wooleen Station, enjoy a delicious home-style lunch. In the afternoon enjoy free time to wander around and explore this former sheep and cattle station, which is playing a leading role in preserving the unique ecology of the region. Gather again before dinner for sunset drinks on the expansive verandah of the homestead. Stay: Wooleen Station, historic homestead or cottages, shared facilities. Bx1 Lx1 Dx1

Day 10. Mullewa, Geraldton
Enjoy time at leisure this morning before journeying to Mullewa, situated on the mid-west ‘Wildflower Way’. From July to September, stunning pink, white and yellow everlasting flowers carpet the plains in a spectacular display. Continue to Geraldton and visit the HMAS Sydney II memorial, a silver dome featuring 645 seagulls to represent each one of the lost Sydney sailors. Stay: Geraldton, Ocean Centre Hotel, beachfront accommodation. Bx1 Dx1

Day 11. Pinnacles, Perth
Travel south to the heathland of Nambung National Park, home to the famous Pinnacles. These eerie limestone pillars rise up to six metres from the shifting yellow sands, resembling a landscape from a science fiction movie. Continue to Western Australia’s capital, Perth, where your tour concludes on arrival. Bx1

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