Perth to Exmouth and Karjini National Park and return
Perth to Karijini: The Best of Western Australia
A breathtaking journey from Perth to Exmouth and Karijini and back
Journey from Perth to Exmouth and Karijini National Park on a spectacular Western Australian adventure in 10 days. Explore the Pinnacles, Pink Lake, and Kalbarri gorges; meet dolphins at Monkey Mia; discover stromatolites at Hamelin Pool; and snorkel the world-famous Ningaloo Reef. Continue into the Pilbara to hike Karijini’s dramatic gorges and waterfalls, experience vast outback scenery, and enjoy crystal-clear night skies. A perfect blend of adventure, wildlife, and breathtaking natural landscapes.
Trip Highlights
- Pinnacles Desert in Nambung National Park
- Pink Lake at Port Gregory
- Kalbarri Skywalk & Nature’s Window
- Shell Beach, Shark Bay
- Monkey Mia dolphin experience
- Hamelin Pool stromatolites
- Coral Bay & Ningaloo Reef snorkeling
- Cape Range National Park & Vlamingh Head Lighthouse
- Karijini National Park gorges, waterfalls & swimming holes
- Pilbara outback and mining towns
- Stunning outback night skies
Inclusions
- Nambung National Park (Pinnacles) Entrance
- Monkey Mia Dolphins
- Ningaloo Reef Marine Park
- Karijini National Park Entrance
Optional Extras
Options at extra expense
- Snorkel with Manta Rays – half day trip
- Whale Watching (seasonal)
- Glass Bottom Boat Cruises
- Snorkel with the Whalesharks
- Snorkel at Turquoise Bay
Full Itinerary
Day 1: Perth → Kalbarri
Visit the Pinnacles in Nambung National Park, see Pink Lake at Port Gregory, and arrive in Kalbarri.
Drive: ~6.5 hrs / ~600 km Walk: ~2 km
Day 2: Kalbarri NP → Shark Bay
Explore Kalbarri NP including Skywalk, Nature’s Window & Z-Bend Gorge; visit Shell Beach; continue to Denham/Shark Bay.
Drive: ~5.5 hrs / ~470 km Walk: ~5 km
Day 3: Monkey Mia → Coral Bay
Meet the Monkey Mia dolphins, stop at Hamelin Pool stromatolites, then travel via Carnarvon to Coral Bay.
Drive: ~6.5 hrs Walk: ~2 km
Day 4: Coral Bay → Exmouth
Free day to enjoy Ningaloo Reef—snorkelling, glass-bottom boat, or optional scenic flight.
Drive: ~2 hrs / ~185 km Walk: ~2 km
Optional extra experiences at your own expense:
- Glass Bottom Boat cruises
- Whale Watching
- Snorkel Safari with Manta Rays
Day 5: Exmouth & Cape Range NP
Snorkel Cape Range NP, optional whale shark/manta tours (seasonal), visit Vlamingh Head Lighthouse.
Drive: ~2 hrs / ~180 km Walk: ~2 km
Optional extra experiences at your own expense:
- Snorkelling
- Whale watching (July – October)
- Whale Shark snorkelling (March – June)
Day 6: Exmouth → Karijini NP
Travel inland through the Pilbara via Tom Price to camp near the Hamersley Range.
Drive: ~9 hrs / ~750 km
Day 7: Karijini NP
Full day hiking Karijini’s gorges: Dales Gorge, Fortescue Falls, Fern Pool, Weano & Hancock Gorges.
Drive: ~2 hrs / ~30 km Walk: up to 6 km
Day 8: Karijini NP
Continue exploring Karijini’s dramatic gorges, pools, and walking trails.
Drive: ~2 hrs / ~100 km Walk: up to 6 km
Day 9: Karijini → Pilbara Outback
Head south through Newman and vast cattle stations; overnight at an outback campsite.
Drive: ~8 hrs / ~700 km Walk: short walks
Day 10: Pilbara Outback → Perth
Drive via Mt Magnet and New Norcia before arriving back in Perth in the late afternoon.
Drive: ~8 hrs / ~700 km Walk: short walks
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