About this tour: WA might be Australia’s biggest state, but it’s still overflowing with highlights
Western Australia is made for adventure and you’ll get the best of it with this all-encompassing exploration of natural wonders, vast expanses, and otherworldly landscapes. Leave from Perth, then hug the incredible coastline of WA, making forays inland to experience Australia’s iconic red earth and classic cattle stations. Near Kalbarri, wonder at the strange limestone formations of The Pinnacles, descend into the depths of Z-Bend Gorge, and find out about the world's oldest living organisms. Get to know the local marine life at Coral Bay, Ningaloo Reef and Shark Bay World Heritage area, then take in reef and rock, splashing in Karijini National Park’s swimming holes. Explore Broome, then finish this incredible overland journey on one of its superb beaches. This super-sized state is home to a super-sized Aussie adventure.

Valid: 1 April 2020 – 31 March 2021

Trip Code: PKOPB (Comfort)
Price: AUD $4995 per person:
• Additional Services: (Original) Single Supplement AUD $1695
• All prices are in Australian Dollars (includes 10% GST) based on per person



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Days: 12
Start: Perth, Australia
Finish: Broome, Australia
Depart: • Thurdays
Destinations: Western Australia, Outback, West Coast
Theme: Explorer, Overland
Included activities • Nambung National Park (Pinnacles) Entrance • Hampton Rd Historical Walk • Kalbarri National Park Entrance • Pink Lake • Murchison Gorge • Nature's Window • Z-Bend Gorge • Shell Beach • Monkey Mia Dolphins • Hamelin Pool • Circular Pool • Fern Pool • Fortescue Falls • Karijini Gorges • Old Broome City Tour • Matsos Broome Brewery • Japanese Cemetary and Broome • Port Gantheaume Point
Physical Rating: 3 out of 5
Transport: All Terrain vehicle
Group size: Min 1, Max 20
Meals: 11 breakfasts, 11 lunches, 8 dinners
Accommodation: Accommodation Resort (5 nights), Eco Retreat (3 nights), Lodge (2 nights), Cattle Station (1 night)
Age: Min 8

Trip Itinerary:



Days 1: Pinnacles Desert & Kalbarri National Park
• Welcome to sunny Perth, where your overland journey begins. Leave the city, driving north to Nambung National Park. Here you’ll stop to see the strange ancient limestone formations of The Pinnacles, which rise out of the desert. Stop for lunch in Geraldton, the second largest town in WA, and get a feel for the older way of life here with a wander along the Hampton Rd historical walk. Passing the pink lakes on the way, reach your accommodation in the pretty seaside town of Kalbarri and enjoy free time on arrival. This evening why not join a cruise (at own expense) and witness the great southern sky burst into flames as you float along through the sunset.

Included Activities • Nambung National Park (Pinnacles) Entrance • Hampton Rd Historical Walk • Kalbarri National Park Entrance • Pink Lake
Meals Included • Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Special Information It’s very important that you attend the welcome meeting as we will be collecting insurance details and next of kin information at this time. If you are going to be late please let your travel agent or hotel reception know. Ask reception or look for a note in the lobby for more information on where the meeting will take place



Days 2: Pinnacles Desert & Kalbarri National Park
• Enjoy a day at leisure to explore over 2000 sq km of rugged beauty in the stunning Kalbarri National Park. With an abundance of walking trails connecting the eroded coastal cliffs to the inland river gorges, why not join some of your fellow travellers and head out on a hike through the wilderness and wildflowers, keeping an eye out for one of the 200 species of birds that flock through the region. Perhaps explore the rocky arch of Nature’s Window and take a steep 150-metre descent into the heart of Z-Bend Gorge. Feeling adventurous? You might live to give abseiling a go! (at own expense).

Included Activities • Murchison Gorge • Nature's Window • Z-Bend Gorge
Optional Activities • Kalbarri Sunset Cruise (price dependant on numbers) - AUD50 • Abseiling in Kalbarri National Park - AUD30
Meals Included • Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Days 3-4: Shark Bay World Heritage Area
• Today’s drive northbound will take you to the Shark Bay World Heritage area, where you’ll be based for the next two nights. Here you’ll stay in one of the most westerly townships on the Aussie mainland – Monkey Mia. Visit the beautiful Shell Beach, one of only two beaches in the world composed entirely of shells, then perhaps get some marine education with an optional tour of Ocean Park, where you’ll watch sharks feed, see endangered sea turtles, clownfish and stingrays, and learn about the dangers of sea snakes and stonefish. After a short drive across the Peron Peninsula, head to the beach and meet the world-famous Monkey Mia dolphins. These friendly dolphins are fed by park rangers and often swim up to the shore several times a day. Spend a free day on the beach or choose to take a sailing adventure to see more dolphins and even dugongs in this incredible location (at own expense and subject to availability).

Included Activities • Shell Beach • Monkey Mia Dolphins
Optional Activities • Denham Ocean Park Aquarium - Free
Meals Included • Breakfast (2) Lunch (2) Dinner (1)



Days 5-6: Coral Bay
• Visit the fascinating stromatolites at Hamelin pool, the world’s oldest living organisms, and the agricultural town of Carnavon enroute to Coral Bay. This stunning seaside resort is famous for its idyllic beach and the underwater world of Ningaloo Reef just offshore. Optional activities here include glass bottom boat rides, snorkelling adventures, quad bike rides and more. Alternatively, hire a snorkelling set and kick back on the beach, exploring at your own leisure. In the evenings spot kangaroos along with the array of birdlife

Included Activities • Hamelin Pool
Optional Activities • Snorkel with the Whalesharks (April to July only) from - AUD350 • Glass Bottom Boat Cruises from - AUD37 • Quad bike and snorkel tour - AUD95 • Snorkel with Manta Rays - half day trip - AUD165 • Sunset quad bike tour - AUD80
Meals Included • Breakfast (2) Lunch (2) Dinner (1)


Special Information
• Please note that all optional activities are at your own expense and subject to availability.



Days 7-9: Karijini National Park
•Head inland through the vast bushland and cattle stations of the Pilbara region. This sparsely populated region is known for its red earth and rich mineral deposits. Your destination could well be the highlight of the trip – Karijini National Park. Along the way, take in a guided mine tour at Tom Price to find out what drives the Pilbara. Take advantage of two full days to uncover Karijini National Park and its incredible gorges. Formed over 2500 million years ago, the Hamersley Range features an unusual series of gorges and rock formations caused by centuries of erosion. Freshwater springs trickle through chasms to form translucent rock pools and walking trails weave between dramatic rock ravines. Spend the days hiking along rocky trails, swimming and relaxing by cascading waterfalls and fresh waterholes. Bring your camera, there’ll be lots of photo opportunities at spectacular gorges like Dales Gorge, Fortesque Falls, Fern Pool, Circular Pool, Weano Gorge and Hancock Gorge.

Included Activities • Circular Pool • Fern Pool • Fortescue Falls • Karijini Gorges
Meals Included • Breakfast (3) Lunch (3) Dinner (2)



Day 10: Port Hedland & Pardoo Station
• Say your sad farewells to Karijini this morning and hello to the ocean as you travel towards the coast and the iron ore town of Port Hedland, home to a history of mining booms (and busts), hard-hitting cyclones and the world’s largest deep-water port – packed with vast cargo ships. After lunch, continue your journey towards the Pilbara region where you’ll spend the night.

Meals Included • Breakfast Lunch Dinner



Days 11-12: Broome
• Stop in for a stroll along Eighty Mile Beach before arriving in sunny, tropical Broome! This afternoon explore Chinatown and listen to the fascinating stories behind this colourful precinct. Take a drive through Old Broome to view typical Broome architecture and old Pearling Masters homes, then view the aqua waters of Roebuck Bay at Town Beach and learn of Broome's One Day War. Next, stop at Matso’s Broome Brewery to sample their hand made ales and famous ginger beer (at own expense). Afterwards, visit the Japanese Cemetery and Broome Port, the base for many of today's Pearling vessels. Then travel by the Broome Racecourse, before taking an easy paced walk at Gantheaume Point, known for dinosaur footprints, and hear the story of Anastasia's Pool. Drive down onto Cable Beach for sunset (subject to beach conditions) where you can relax and enjoy a stroll, or a swim as you watch the sun disappear into the horizon. Enjoy a last night dinner back at the lodge. You can depart at any time on Day 12.

Included Activities • Old Broome City Tour • Matsos Broome Brewery • Japanese Cemetary and Broome Port • Gantheaume Point
Meals Included • Breakfast (2) Lunch (1) Dinner (1)

Important notes on this safari

Why you'll love this trip
• Explore Western Australia’s desert landscapes, national parks and spectacular Coral Coast in rugged style on the ultimate overland trip
• Enjoy the flexibility of a private vehicle, the local knowledge of a passionate guide and the magic of camping under the great southern sky Peer into the ecologically diverse underwater world of Ningaloo Reef by glass-bottom boat or snorkel, and swim with the gentle beasts of the deep in season
• Find yourself in classic Outback Australia – the cattle stations, sun-baked red earth and mining communities of the Pilbara Hike and swim in the ancient gorges and waterholes of Karijini National Park

Is this trip right for you?
• This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves a lot of walking, allowing you to really get among nature. The hike in Karijini National Park is challenging. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes and comfortable clothing. You will need two pairs of shoes, one that can get wet.
• On some days of the trip, you will spend several hours driving, often through very sparse areas of desert. Crank up the tunes and sit back to enjoy landscapes that you would miss in any other form of travel.
• Temperatures in Western Australia can be extreme. During the day the weather can be hot (and the Australian sun is strong) so please bring appropriate clothing, use sun protection and drink plenty of water. In the evenings temperatures really drop, so ensure you have base layers and warm clothing.

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Tour Important Notes
1. This trip starts in Perth at approximately 7am and finishes in Broome after breakfast on day 12. Onward travel can be booked at any time.
2. This trip requires a sleeping bag

What to bring on tour:
•Booked and paid E-Ticket, Sturdy walking shoes, a spare pair of shoes that can get wet, swimming gear (2 towels recommended as can swim multiple times in one day), hat and sunscreen, towel and toiletries, warm clothing in winter, water bottle (1.5L), torch, insect repellent, camera, travel pillow, and sleeping bag (can be purchased at the time of booking).

What's Included in tour:
• Meals: 11 breakfasts, 11 lunches, 8 dinners
• Transport: All Terrain vehicle
• Accommodation: Resort (5 nights), Eco Retreat (3 nights), Lodge (2 nights), Cattle Station (1 night)

Activities:
Included activities • Nambung National Park (Pinnacles) Entrance • Hampton Rd Historical Walk • Kalbarri National Park Entrance • Pink Lake • Murchison Gorge • Nature's Window • Z-Bend Gorge • Shell Beach • Monkey Mia Dolphins • Hamelin Pool • Circular Pool • Fern Pool • Fortescue Falls • Karijini Gorges • Old Broome City Tour • Matsos Broome Brewery • Japanese Cemetary and Broome Port • Gantheaume Point

Finish Times:
• Our trips generally finish early evening. We recommend booking one night post accommodation in your end city and planning onward travel for the following day. We cannot accept responsibility for missed onward travel if we are delayed for some reason on the last day of travel.

Clothing and Climate:
• During dry season months (May-July) overnight temperatures can drop below 0 Celsius but daytime temperatures can still exceed 30 degrees Celsius. Daytime temperatures and humidity can be extreme in the shoulder seasons of March, April and September, October with temperatures over 35 degrees Celsius. Night time temperatures can also be high at this time of year. Australia has relaxed attitudes to standards of dress, however during the day extreme sunshine can cause sunburn all year round. We recommend that you bring loose, cool, cotton clothing to protect yourself from the harsh sun. A sun hat, sunscreen, swimwear, towel, sturdy walking shoes and sunglasses are a must.

Participating Camping:
To participate in this trip you must be prepared to assist with preparing meals, cleaning dishes, collecting firewood, setting up and packing up camp every day, in all conditions.

Accommodation PKOPB: Suggested accomodation at time of publishing and subject to change
• Please note that standard accommodation on this trip is: 5 nights twin share accommodation with private ensuite, 1 night twin share accommodation with shared facilities and 6 nights camping with stretcher beds and swags, with shared facilities.
• There are no single supplements available on this trip, solo travellers with be paired with a person of the same gender.
• You will need to bring your own sleeping bag or pre-purchase one from us for the nights spent camping.
• Please also provide your own pillow if you wish.
• Night 1: Kalbarri Edge – twin share room with private ensuite
• Night 2: Kalbarrri Edge – twin share room with private ensuite
• Night 3: Heritage Resort, Denham – twin share room with private ensuite
• Night 4: Heritage Resort, Denham – twin share room with private ensuite
• Night 5: Yardie Creek – permanent tents with shared facilities
• Night 6: Yardie Creek – permanent tents with shared facilities
• Night 7: Yardie Creek – permanent tents with shared facilities
• Night 8: Karijini – permanent tents with shared facilities
• Night 9: Karijini – permanent tents with shared facilities
• Night 10: Karijini – permanent tents with shared facilities
• Night 11: Pardoo Station – private twin share rooms with shared facilities

Luggage Restriction:
• Pack only your bare essentials. Due to limited space and strictly enforced road laws regarding weight limits, Intrepid travellers can carry a maximum of 15 kg (10kg for any trips visiting Kakadu or the Kimberley). You are required to limit your luggage to one small to medium sized soft bag or backpack and a small daypack, which can be carried inside the vehicle. Intrepid cannot guarantee to carry overweight or oversized luggage. Please store bulky items at your pre tour accommodation. It may be necessary to freight excess luggage at your own expense.

• Alcohol must be purchased in Broome or Darwin prior to departure. Due to the remote nature of the trip and indigenous dry townships, alcohol can only be purchased at certain places in the Kimberley. Opportunities to purchase alcohol may be up to 5 days apart. Alcohol must be in CANS and not glass bottles; glass will break almost immediately on the rough roads and your Guide may refuse to allow you to bring it on the vehicle. In most places we camp, we also need to take our rubbish with us so cans are easier to crush and store. CASK WINE is reccommended (cannot be purchased in Broome at all) however glass wine bottles are ok, but must be carried in your luggage during the day regardless if they have been opened or not. We reccommend decanting wine into plastic water bottles so you can keep it in the esky and keep it cool.

Dietary Requirements
• Passengers with special meal requirements or food allergies MUST ensure they or their travel agent inform Intrepid/ATA of this at the time of booking. Food for the trip is purchased prior to commencement and special requirements cannot be catered for after departing. If you have not notified us prior to departure, you may be asked to pay for any additional food yourself. Due to the nature of our trips food is basic but plentiful.

We provide the below substitutes, please bring your own staples if you require specific foods not listed below:
• No Pork (Alternative to Ham provided) • No Dairy (soy milk provided) • Vegetarian (additional veg and vegie burgers provided) • Vegan (supply of additional fruit and veg provided) • Gluten Free (cereal, bread, wraps, pasta, snack bars, sweet and savoury biscuits provided) • *Religious dietary requirements and specifically prepared/sourced produce is not able to be catered for.

Itineraries
• Itinerary may vary and/or attractions substituted for any cause including seasonal conditions, weather extremes, and traditional owner/national park requirements. The Gibb River Road and Purnululu National Park may be closed in the shoulder seasons (approx. April and October). See terms and conditions of travel for full details.

Fitness Ratings:
The hardest of the hardcore. Long trips to remote destinations with limited facilities. Excellent health and fitness is essential.
• Adventure Tours Australia/Intrepid Travel reserves the right to assess the fitness capability of passengers prior to tour departure.
• On this tour it is likely that you will experience temperatures of over 35 degrees Celsius. Be prepared to endure extra physical stress due to the heat at these times, especially while on walks. These extreme temperatures can also place stress on the air-conditioning units within our vehicles which can make travelling uncomfortable. Your tour guide will assist with regular breaks and information to assist keeping hydrated. In July and August, very cold temperatures can be experienced in the outback, especially overnight. Please come prepared for all extremes.

Our tours are activity and participation based:
• 3 out of 5: Short participatory-level camping trips, walks that’ll get your heart rate up and extended periods in the elements.
• Our tours are activity and participation based. During your travels with us you will have the opportunity to assist with daily activities such as setting up camp, collecting firewood, helping prepare meals and clearing dishes. Many hands make light work and any assistance provided to crew is always much appreciated. Most people agree that this type of activity helps you feel like less of a tourist and more of an explorer.

 

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