Best of Western Australia - 8 Days

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Geraldton - Stay at this trendy seaside resort and enjoy a short orientation tour of the town, Hutt Lagoon - Marvel at the bright pink lake, caused by the natural algae that lives in the water, Kalbarri National Park - See the eroded sandstone of Nature's Window and marvel at the Z-Bend Gorge, plus enjoy the view from the Kalbarri Skywalk, First Nations Experience - Meet Aboriginal Nhanda and Malgana people at a cultural evening and learn to play the digeridoo, Shark Bay - Spot playful bottlenose dolphins and enjoy a quiet afternoon to relax on the beach, Carnavon - Eat your walk along the Gascoyne Food Trail, sampling bananas, avocadoes, mangoes and more, Ningaloo Reef – Watch colourful fish darting about from a glass-bottom boat cruise and dive beneath the waves on a snorkelling adventure, Exmouth - Spend a free day doing as much or as little as you choose, with a range of optional activities to enjoy

Departure dates

From 2024-05-12 to 2024-10-13

What's included

7 breakfasts.
7 nights 3-4 star hotels.
Escorted by an expert local guide.
All transportation in private, air-conditioned vehicles.
Visit to the largest dunes in WA.
Walk through the limestone towers of Nambung National Park.
Geraldton orientation tour.
First nations community art gallery visit in Northampton.
Pink Lake at Hutt Lagoon.
Kalbarri National Park – Z Bend, Natures Window & Kalbarri Skywalk.
Kalbarri Rock Lobster Pot Pull Boat Trip.
Hamelin Pool Marine Nature Reserve visit.
First Nations experience courtesy of the Nhanda and Malgana people.
Bottlenose dolphin-spotting.
Visit to the Gascoyne Aboriginal Heritage and Cultural Centre.
Gascoyne Food Trail.
Ningaloo Reef glass bottom boat trip.
Note: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go.

Itinerary / more information

  • Day 1, Perth
    Perth - Geraldton. Welcome! Our tour will begin in Perth with a welcome meeting at 8.30am. Then it's time to depart. First, we visit Western Australia's largest dunes, which are magnificent to view. Next, we'll explore the limestone monuments known as the Pinnacles in the Nambung National Park.

    During our trip, we'll stop in Greenough to see the Leaning Trees, a breathtaking natural wonder. In addition, we will visit Jurien Bay, a beautiful location where you may see sea lions.

    When we arrive in Geraldton, we will take a short orientation drive around the town. This will allow us to become familiar with the neighbourhood before your first evening in Australia can be enjoyed at leisure.
    No meals included.
    Day 2, Kalbarri
    Geraldton - Northampton - Kalbarri. Following a delicious breakfast, we drive to Northampton, one of the oldest towns in Western Australia. We will admire some of the buildings dating back to the 1800s and visit a First Nations community art gallery. Our next stop is the Pink Lake at Hutt Lagoon. This exquisite lake stands up to its name, with a vibrant pink coloration.

    Continuing our journey, we will visit Nature's Window, the breathtaking Z-Bend Gorge and the Kalbarri Skywalk, all located within Kalbarri National Park. These sites offer breathtaking views and the opportunity to immerse ourselves in the natural beauty of the area.
    1 breakfast, no lunch, no dinner included.
    Day 3, Kalbarri
    Kalbarri - Monkey Mia. Today begins with a boat tour from Kalbarri Marina to learn about the local rock lobster industry. You'll receive hands-on experience pulling lobster pots and keeping your catch for later.

    En route to Monkey Mia, we stop by Hamelin Pool Marine Nature Reserve to see stromatolites - living fossils, and to enjoy the scenic views of Shark Bay.

    At Monkey Mia, you can rest or participate in water-based activities. In the evening we enjoy a unique First Nations experience, complete with traditional music and bush tucker. We dare you to try and play a didgeridoo!
    1 breakfast, no lunch, no dinner included.
    Day 4, Monkey Mia
    Join WA Parks & Wildlife experts for an exciting morning of dolphin viewing after breakfast. After spotting these playful mammals, there is some downtime to unwind on the beach. There's an optional sunset cruise this evening - if you're lucky you may be able to spot some elusive dugongs!
    1 breakfast, no lunch, no dinner included.
    Day 5, Carnarvon
    Monkey Mia - Carnarvon. Today we first head to the Carnarvon Space and Technology Centre for a quick photo stop. Following that, we visit the Gascoyne Aboriginal Heritage and Cultural Centre to learn more about the region's distinctive culture.

    Don't forget to take pictures of the Carnarvon Cactus Farm, one of the town's unique attractions. Later, we'll embark on the Gascoyne Food Trail, which has a range of culinary delicacies.

    In the evening, take some time to unwind and go for a walk along the lovely foreshore before dining at a nearby restaurant.
    1 breakfast, no lunch, no dinner included.
    Day 6, Exmouth
    Carnarvon - Ningaloo Reef - Exmouth. Today's destination is Coral Bay, which is famous for being home to the World Heritage-listed Ningaloo Reef. This is the world's largest fringing reef. During our visit, we will join a glass-bottom boat tour and enjoy a fun snorkelling experience, which will allow us to see some of the 250 different varieties of coral and 500 different species of fish that call the reef home.

    Driving along the coastline, we stop to take in the beautiful views at Vlamingh Head Lighthouse before arriving in Exmouth, our base for the night.
    1 breakfast, no lunch, no dinner included.
    Day 7, Exmouth
    Get the most out of your free day today with a variety of engaging optional activities. Take a swim with the legendary whale sharks, observe majestic whales, swim with graceful manta rays, or go hiking in Cape Range National Park - the choice is yours.
    1 breakfast, no lunch, no dinner included.
    Day 8, Exmouth
    Our tour comes to an end today after you've enjoyed a final breakfast at our accomodation!
    1 breakfast, no lunch, no dinner included.
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