Reverse Itinerary Perth to Exmouth and Return 7 Day Tour

About your Western Australia Tour

This 7-day journey along Western Australia’s Coral Coast blends unforgettable wildlife encounters, breathtaking landscapes, and rich local experiences. Departing Perth, travel north to Northbrook Farm for hands-on encounters with native animals and insights into regional conservation. Explore Geraldton’s HMAS Sydney Memorial, marvel at the dramatic gorges of Kalbarri National Park, and continue through the Gascoyne to Exmouth for optional snorkelling or diving at Ningaloo Reef—home to whale sharks, manta rays, and vibrant coral gardens. Enjoy the laid-back coastal charm of Coral Bay, stroll the pristine white sands of Shell Beach, and meet the famous Monkey Mia dolphins. The adventure wraps up with visits to ancient stromatolites, striking coastal vistas, and the otherworldly Pinnacles Desert before returning to Perth—an ideal mix of adventure, nature, and Western Australian outback charm.

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Trip Highlights

• Meet native Australian wildlife at Northbrook Farm and Greenough Wildlife Sanctuary
• HMAS Sydney Memorial in Geraldton
• Explore Exmouth and Ningaloo Reef, snorkel with whale sharks and manta rays
• Relax at Turquoise Bay and Coral Bay
• Shell Beach, made entirely of tiny shells
• Swim with dolphins at Monkey Mia
• Discover stromatolites, Murchison Gorge, and Kalbarri National Park, including Nature’s Window and Skywalk
• Visit the Pinnacles Desert and coastal gorges along the way

Pricing Tables

Pricing Tables

Starting Prices per person, add ons available and flexible itineraries available

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Itinerary

Day 1: Perth → Northbrook Farm

• Travel north from Perth via Highway 1.
• Visit Greenough Wildlife Sanctuary for close encounters with dingos, emus, joeys, reptiles, and crocodiles.
• Explore Geraldton’s HMAS Sydney Memorial.
• Overnight at Northbrook Farmstay.

Lunch and dinner included, approx 5.5 hours driving/ 470km

Day 2: Northbrook Farm → Exmouth

• Long scenic drive through the vast Gascoyne region, known for red earth, tropical produce, and remote cattle stations.
• Overnight in Exmouth.

All meals included, approx 8 hours driving/ 750km

Day 3: Exmouth → Coral Bay

• Optional snorkelling or diving with whale sharks or manta rays (seasonal).
• Visit Turquoise Bay or Vlamingh Head Lighthouse.
• Explore Cape Range National Park.
• Travel to Coral Bay for the night.

Optional extra experiences at your own expense:

• Snorkelling
• Whale watching (July – October)
• Whale Shark snorkelling (March – June)

All meals included, approx 3.5 hours driving/ 300km

Day 4: Coral Bay (Free Day)

• Relax or enjoy optional activities: beach snorkelling, glass-bottom boat tours, manta ray tours, whale watching (seasonal).
• Snorkel Ningaloo Reef directly from shore.
• Overnight in Coral Bay.

Optional extra experiences at your own expense:

• Glass Bottom Boat cruises
• Whale Watching
• Snorkel Safari with Manta Rays

Breakfast and dinner included and no driving today!

Day 5: Coral Bay → Monkey Mia

• Cross the Tropic of Capricorn.
• Visit the remarkable Shell Beach, made entirely of tiny white shells.
• Overnight in Monkey Mia.

All meals included, approx 6.5 hours driving/ 600km

Day 6: Monkey Mia → Kalbarri

• Visit Monkey Mia to see its world-famous wild dolphins.
• Explore Shark Bay’s stromatolites.
• Head to Kalbarri National Park for Nature’s Window and Kalbarri Skywalk (time permitting).
• Overnight in Kalbarri.

All meals included, approx 5.5 hours driving/ 470km

Day 7: Kalbarri → Pinnacles → Perth

• Stop at the Pink Lake (Port Gregory).
• Drive through coastal gorges and visit the town of Dongara.
• Explore the Pinnacles in Nambung National Park.
• Return to Perth by early evening.

Breakfast and lunch included, approx 7 hours driving/ 600km