Perth: 7 Day Exmouth Explorer & Ningaloo Reef Return Perth

Become an Exmouth explorer as you witness the wonders of Western Australia’s Coral Coast region on a 7-day trip. See the Pinnacles desert, red gorges, and the untouched beauty of the Ningaloo Reef.

Start your adventure in Perth and journey north into Western Australia's wild beauty. Hike to Nature’s Window, abseil a gorge, and explore World Heritage-listed Shark Bay. Meet dolphins at Monkey Mia, snorkel the Ningaloo Reef, spot marine life, and unwind at Coral Bay and Exmouth’s stunning coastlines.

Day 1: Perth – Kalbarri
Begin your adventure with a guided tour through the Pinnacles Desert in Nambung National Park. Enjoy a seaside lunch in Jurien Bay, then journey along Indian Ocean Drive with scenic coastal views. Stop at the iconic Pink Lake near Geraldton (conditions permitting), before arriving in the seaside town of Kalbarri for the night.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accomm: Kalbarri Pelicans Nest Private (ensuite) / YHA Shared (shared bathroom) or similar
Drive: 575km | Hike: 2km (Grade 1-2)

Day 2: Kalbarri – Monkey Mia
Catch sunrise at Nature’s Window or Kalbarri Skywalk. Explore Murchison Gorge and Z-Bend in Kalbarri NP, bursting with wildflowers in spring. After lunch by the river mouth, travel to Monkey Mia with comfort stops en route.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accomm: RAC Monkey Mia Resort Private (ensuite) / Backpackers Shared or similar
Options: Z-Bend Abseiling
Drive: 450km | Hike: 3km (Grade 3)

Day 3: Monkey Mia – Coral Bay
Meet the famous Monkey Mia dolphins, relax by the beach, or grab a coffee. Visit Eagle Bluff and stroll the Shell Beach. After lunch, head to Coral Bay, right on the Ningaloo Reef.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accomm: Ningaloo Coral Bay Lodge Private / Backpackers Shared or similar
Drive: 580km | Hike: 2km (Grade 1)

Day 4: Coral Bay – Exmouth
Enjoy free time on the Ningaloo Reef—snorkel, stroll, or join an optional manta ray swim. In the evening, travel to Exmouth for a two-night stay.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accomm: Potshot Hotel Private (ensuite) / Backpackers Shared or similar
Options: Manta Ray Swim, Snorkel, Glass Bottom Boat
Drive: 155km | Grade: 1

Day 5: Exmouth
Explore Cape Range NP with its limestone ranges, canyons, and pristine beaches. Relax or snorkel at Turquoise Bay. Afternoon free to explore Exmouth or unwind by the pool. Optional whale shark/humpback swim (seasonal, pre-book). Sunset visit to Vlamingh Head Lighthouse.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accomm: Potshot Hotel Private / Backpackers Shared or similar
Options: Whale Shark (Mar–Sep) / Humpback (Aug–Oct) Swim
Drive: 135km | Hike: 1km (Grade 1–2)

Day 6: Exmouth – Geraldton
Stop in Carnarvon and visit seasonal banana/mango plantations. Lunch on the Carnarvon waterfront, with photo stops at Murchison River and Billabong. Final group dinner (own expense) in Geraldton.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accomm: Geraldton Private Rooms / Backpackers Shared or similar
Drive: 840km

Day 7: Geraldton – Perth
Visit the HMAS Sydney Memorial and walk the Green Head coastal trail. See the Stromatolites at Lake Thetis, and enjoy views at Lancelin Sand Dunes Lookout before returning to Perth around 6:00pm.
Meals: Breakfast
Drive: 465km | Grade: 1–3