Outback Spirit - Pilbara & West Coast Expedition Itinerary

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Enjoy a brief town tour before a spectacular welcome dinner with views of the Indian Ocean.

Included Meals: Dinner

Accommodation: Broome – 1 Night

This morning we depart Broome and head south along the Great Northern Highway. Pass between the Great Sandy Desert and Eighty Mile Beach arriving in Port Hedland later this afternoon. Tonight we stay at the Hedland Hotel.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Port Hedland – 1 Night

Go behind the scenes at the Port Hedland Seafarers Centre for an exclusive look at the workings of the Port Hedland iron ore port. After a brief presentation, we board one of the Seafarers launch service boats and circumnavigate the entire port, with insightful commentary from our local skipper. Following the tour, we depart Port Hedland and journey towards the breathtaking Karijini National Park.

Note: Seafarers Launch is subject to skipper availability.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Karijini National Park – 2 Nights

Centred on the Hamersley Range, Karijini National Park is renowned for its dramatic red gorges, cascading waterfalls, and cool swimming holes. We start our day exploring the park, including Weano Gorge and Oxer Lookout. After a picnic lunch, we continue to Dales Gorge and Fern Pool, immersing ourselves in the park’s rugged beauty. A network of walking trails leads us to some of the most picturesque spots, where you can take a refreshing dip in natural rock pools. By mid-afternoon, we return to the retreat to unwind before dinner.

Note: Please bring warm clothes for Karijini as the evening temperatures can drop significantly. 

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

The day begins with a visit to Tom Price for a guided mine tour, gaining insight into the region’s rich mining history. Continuing our journey, we travel to Karratha, a town established in 1968 to support the iron ore industry in the Hamersley Ranges. 

Along the way, we stop at the magnificent Millstream-Chichester National Park, known for its rugged escarpments, tree-lined rivers, and pristine water pools. In the afternoon, we explore the historic Millstream Homestead, a former pastoral station that now serves as a visitor centre. Later, we arrive in Karratha in the late afternoon.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Karratha – 1 Night

We head out to the Burrup Peninsula to view ancient petroglyph engravings that date back between 30,000 and 45,000 years. We’ll also visit the North West Shelf Visitors Centre in Dampier to learn about one of Australia’s largest resource projects. This afternoon, we head south towards to one of the most pristine natural wonders in Australia: Ningaloo Reef. We arrive in Exmouth late afternoon.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Exmouth – 3 Nights

Cruise Ningaloo is an untouched, 300km-long fringing barrier reef that protects a shallow, brilliant white-sand-fringed lagoon. It is one of only a few places on Earth where you are able to access the coral reef from the beach. This morning, we enjoy a half-day discovery cruise on Ningaloo Reef. 

Learn about the reef’s vibrant marine ecosystem, and if you choose, take the opportunity to snorkel in the crystal clear waters and encounter marine life up close. This afternoon, enjoy some free time or take a stroll along the beach before meeting in the award winning Mantarays Restaurant for dinner.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Cape Range National Park is a breathtaking expanse of rugged limestone ranges, deep canyons, and 50 kilometres of pristine coastline. This morning, we travel to Yardie Creek, nestled within the national park, and embark on the Yardie Creek Gorge Cruise. Admire the striking contrast between the turquoise waters and red ochre landscapes as the sun rises over the gorge. 

Keep an eye out for an array of birdlife and the rare black-footed rock wallabies hopping along the cliff edge. After the cruise, enjoy a scenic walk to the top of the gorge, where you’ll be rewarded with panoramic views down the creek and out to Ningaloo Reef. Here, we’ll enjoy a picnic lunch before visiting Milyering, the Cape Range National Park Discovery Centre. Later, we return to Exmouth for some leisure time before dinner.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Enjoy a leisurely morning as we depart Exmouth and travel south along the scenic North West Coastal Highway. We pause at the beautiful seaside village of Coral Bay before continuing to Carnarvon, a town renowned for its tropical produce and coastal charm. Unwind and enjoy the evening as you prepare for tomorrow.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Carnarvon – 1 Night

This morning, we depart Carnarvon and journey south to Monkey Mia in the heart of the World Heritage-listed Shark Bay. Renowned for its turquoise waters, abundant marine life and unique coastal landscapes, Shark Bay is one of Australia's most remarkable natural treasures. 

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Shark Bay – 2 Nights

The Shark Bay World Heritage Area was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in December 1991. It is one of only a handful of places on the list that satisfied all four natural criteria concerning natural beauty, biological diversity, ecological processes and Earth’s history. Its seagrass meadows are the largest in the world and support a significant population of dugong, along with a variety of other marine life. 

This morning, we head to the beach to meet the famous locals – a pod of wild dolphins that come into the shallows and interact with people. (As the dolphins are wild, their appearance cannot be guaranteed). We then enjoy a catamaran sailing adventure in Shark Bay Marine Park, keeping an eye out for marine life, including dugongs, dolphins, sharks, huge sea turtles and more. This afternoon can be spent at your leisure at the resort. 

Please note: The visit to the Shark Bay World Heritage Discovery Centre is dependent on opening hours and time constraints. 

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

We start with a visit to Hamelin Pool Marine Nature Reserve, one of the few places in the world where marine stromatolites, often referred to as living fossils, can be found. Nearby, we explore the Old Hamelin Pool Telegraph Station, built in 1884 as part of the vital communication line between Perth and Roebourne. The original building now serves as a museum, showcasing fascinating historical artifacts. After our visit, we continue south, arriving in Geraldton late in the afternoon.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Geraldton – 1 Night

Our final full day takes us to one of Australia’s most otherworldly landscapes, the Pinnacles. These striking limestone formations rise eerily from the desert sands, creating a truly unique scene. We take time to wander through the area before making our way back to Perth. In the evening, we come together for a special farewell dinner to celebrate the conclusion of our journey.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Perth – 1 Night

The morning is at your leisure before you’re transferred to the airport or your hotel.

Included Meals: Breakfast

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