7-Day Perth to Exmouth Kalbarri Coastal Adventure from Perth

Overview

Day by day itinerary

1. 1Perth to Kalbarri National Park⌄

   Kick things off in the world’s most remote capital before heading north into the surreal Pinnacles Desert of Nambung National Park.

   Stop for lunch at seaside Jurien Bay, cruise up Indian Ocean Drive

   Snap pics at the stunning Pink Lake (conditions permitting)

   Rest up in the coastal haven of Kalbarri for the night.

   Meals: Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Overnight dormitory share accommodation at Kalbarri Backpackers, a relaxed coastal town. Shared bathroom facilities.

2. 2Kalbarri National Park to Monkey Mia⌄

   Start with a sunrise to remember at Nature’s Window or the epic Kalbarri Skywalk.

   Hike through the striking Murchison Gorge and Z-Bend, where water has sculpted ancient red rock into deep canyons. (Wildflower season = bonus colour!)

   Cruise into Monkey Mia just in time for a beachfront sunset.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Overnight dormitory share accommodation at RAC Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort Backpackers. Shared bathroom facilities.

3. 3Monkey Mia Shark Bay to Coral Bay⌄

   Start your day with a dolphin encounter you’ll never forget at Monkey Mia!

   Then it’s off to Eagle Bluff for sweeping cliff views, and a visit to two natural wonders: Shell Beach, made entirely of tiny white shells.

   See living fossil beds of the Stromatolites

   Arrive in Coral Bay, right on the edge of the Ningaloo Reef.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Overnight dormitory share accommodation in Coral Bay, just steps from the Ningaloo Reef. Shared bathroom facilities.

4. 4Coral Bay to Exmouth⌄

   Today is all about YOU and the Ningaloo Reef! Snorkel right off the beach, swim with manta rays (optional)

   In the evening, we journey to Exmouth, where we’ll stay for two nights in the heart of town.

   Meals: Breakfast · Dinner

   Overnight: Two nights dormitory share accommodation in Exmouth, located near the Ningaloo Reef. Shared bathroom facilities.

5. 5Exmouth⌄

   Adventure through Cape Range National Park, a rugged wonderland of gorges, caves, and coastline.

   Snorkel the iconic Turquoise Bay, then chill out in Exmouth or join a full-day tour to swim with whale sharks (Mar–Sep) or humpbacks (Aug–Oct)—a life-changing experience!

   Cap it off with a golden sunset at Vlamingh Head Lighthouse.

   Returning to Exmouth at dark for a good night's sleep as we have a big journey tomorrow heading south.

   Meals: Breakfast · Dinner

   Overnight: Two nights dormitory share accommodation in Exmouth, located near the Ningaloo Reef. Shared bathroom facilities.

6. 6Exmouth to Geraldton⌄

   Wave goodbye to the Cape as we head south through the charming town of Carnarvon for a fresh fruit stop at a local banana or mango plantation (seasonal)

   Lunch by the water, refreshments at Billabong Roadhouse

   A sunset arrival in Geraldton for your final group dinner.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch

   Overnight: Overnight dormitory accommodation in Geraldton, a coastal city overlooking the Indian Ocean. Shared bathroom facilities.

7. 7Geraldton to Perth⌄

   Start your final day with views from the HMAS Sydney Memorial, then stretch your legs on the scenic Three Bays Walk at Green Head.

   Visit Lake Thetis to see rare living stromatolites—ancient, layered rock-like structures formed by microorganisms that date back over 3.5 billion years—offering a fascinating glimpse into some of Earth’s earliest life.

   Stop at the Lancelin Sand Dunes Lookout to take in sweeping views of Western Australia’s iconic white sand dunes, shaped by wind and sea. If access to the dunes is unavailable, we’ll visit Guilderton Beach Lookout instead, where you can enjoy stunning coastal views over rolling dunes meeting the Indian Ocean.

   Cruising back to Perth, arriving around 6:00pm.

   Meals: Breakfast