14 Day Perth to Broome (and return)

Itinerary: day by day

Day 1 – Perth to Horrocks

DEFAULT PICK UP: Barrack St Jetty, 07:15am

Leaving Perth we enter Nambung National Park to explore the mysterious Pinnacles Desert, one of the most beautiful and impressive landscapes of Australia. We then journey to the massive sand dunes of Jurien Bay where you’ll have the opportunity to sandboard down the slopes, before continuing on through Geraldton to Horrocks, where we stay overnight. (LD) 

Day 2 – Horrocks to Shark Bay

A short drive to Kalbarri National Park where we explore some of the park’s diverse landscapes including Murchison Gorge, Natures Window, the Loop and Z-Bend Gorge (a steep descent but worth the effort for a refreshing swim). There is also the option to abseil here (own expense). After lunch we visit beautiful Shell Beach, one of only two beaches in the world made entirely from shells, before getting back on the road towards Denham and Shark Bay. (BLD)

Day 3 – Shark Bay to Coral Bay

After a short drive across the Peron Peninsula we make our way down to the beach and the world famous Monkey Mia dolphins – a unique experience with some fantastic photo opportunities. Next stop is Carnarvon where we view the fascinating stromatolites at Hamelin Pool. After this short break we continue along the highway to Coral Bay, the ‘Jewel of the Northwest’. (BLD)

Day 4 – Coral Bay to Exmouth

Take a day to relax and explore Coral Bay, which is as idyllic as the name suggests, and the wonders of Ningaloo Reef with its amazing marine life. You can go snorkeling, cruise on the glass bottom boat, take a quad bike tour or even a joy flight over the reef (all at own expense and subject to availability). Late afternoon and it’s time for the short drive into Exmouth. (BLD)

Day 5 – Exmouth

Today we explore Yardie Creek in the Cape Range National Park, have a swim, snorkel or sunbathe at beautiful Turquoise Bay and admire the view from historic Vlahming Head Lighthouse. (BL)

Day 6 – Exmouth to Karijini National Park

We head inland through vast cattle stations to reach the oasis of Karijini National Park. This afternoon we pass through Tom Price, a little town known for its iron ore mining, before reaching our camp overlooking the magnificent Hamersley Range. (LD)

Days 7 and 8 – Karijini National Park

Two full days of adventure is just the perfect amount of time needed to explore Karijini National Park and its amazing gorges. Formed over 2,500 million years ago, the Hamersley Ranges are some of the most unusual landforms on earth. Deep in the gorges you’ll come across cascading waterfalls and fresh, still waterholes — perfect for swimming. Dales Gorge, Fortesque Falls, Fern Pool, Circular Pool, Weano Gorge and Hancock Gorge are just some of the stunning areas we’ll get to. Definitely a highlight! (BLD)

Day 9 – Karijini National Park to Pilbara Region

We depart Karijini this morning and travel towards the coast and the iron ore town of Port Hedland. We have time for a quick town tour and marvel at the sheer size of the iron ore industry. After lunch we continue on towards the Pilbara region, where we spend our last night together on an overnight station stay. (BLD)

Day 10 – Pilbara Region to Broome

En-route to Broome we enjoy a leisurely break and take in the glory of the stretching sands of picturesque 80 Mile Beach, one of Australia’s most remarkable hidden gems. Enjoy a stroll along the white sandy beach and get some fantastic photos of the azure water, before our final leg into Broome. (BL)

Day 11 – Broome

A day at your own leisure to relax on beautiful Cable Beach or explore chilled out Broome, one of Australia’s most beautiful holiday destinations. With 22km of white sand and crystal waters there is plenty to see and do in Broome. You can organise a tour out to one of the local pearl farms or view some of the old pearling luggers. The day is yours to explore the town and enjoy the fantastic weather (meals at own expense).

Day 12 – Broome to Pilbara Region

We commence our long journey south today as we retrace our steps back towards Perth. Overnight station stay in the Pilbara region. (LD)

Day 13 – Pilbara Region to Great Northern Highway

It’s a short drive to Auski Roadhouse before beginning the long drive south along the Great Northern Highway. We pass through the iron ore mecca of the north, Newman and pass through many large sheep stations, some more than 1 million acres in size. We share our last night together at Nallan Station one of the vast stations in this area. (BLD)

Day 14 – Great Northern Highway to Perth

Leaving early we travel to the gold mining town of Mt Magnet. A short break and once more we are on our way to Perth. As the kilometers slip by we soon find ourselves in the wheat and sheep farming districts north east of Perth. Early afternoon will find us at the picturesque town of New Norcia built as a mission by Benedictine monks in the 1840’s. As the day draws to a close we arrive into Perth. (BL)