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Arrive Perth
On arrival in Perth you will be transferred to your hotel. Enjoy a city tour of Perth including beautiful Kings Park where you can see the broad expanse of the Swan River. Enjoy a welcome drink with your Tour Director and travelling companions. Stay: Travelodge Perth (D) |
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2 |
The Pinnacles
Travel to Yanchep National Park, where you will enjoy an Aboriginal cultural experience. Meet Aboriginal guides who will treat you to the enchanting sounds of the didjeridu. Visit Nambung National Park to view the mystical Pinnacles, formed by calcified limestone thousands of years ago. In places they reach up to three and a half metres tall. Some are jagged, sharp-edged columns, rising to a point; while others resemble tombstones. Stay: All Seasons Geraldton (B/D) |
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3 |
Kalbarri National Park
Visit Kalbarri National Park and enjoy the breathtaking views of the Murchison River Gorge from Hawks Head Lookout. Travel to Hamelin Pool to see the world's best known colony of Stromatolites, then visit spectacular Shell Beach, formed by billions of tiny white seashells. Continue to Monkey Mia this afternoon. Stay: Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort (2 nights) (B/D) |
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4 |
Monkey Mia
Early this morning watch for the famous dolphins that swim into shore. (Note: As dolphins are wild their appearance cannot be guaranteed.) The Monkey Mia Dolphins have been visiting the beach for more than forty years.
They are wild, native to the area and yet visit of their own accord up to three times per day all year round. The region is famous for its crystal blue waters and the pristine white shell and sandy beaches contrasting against the red pindan soil of the North West. The rest of the day is at leisure. Perhaps take an optional sailing cruise to spot dugong and dolphins. (B) |
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5 |
Ningaloo Reef
Head north to Carnarvon, travel to Coral Bay and join a sub-sea viewer and cruise over the Ningaloo Reef, Western Australia's largest coral reef. It is a virtually untouched barrier reef of 260km length protecting a shallow, brilliant white sandy lagoon of clear tropical waters. One of the rare places on earth where you are able to walk from the beach straight onto a coral reef. More than 500 species of tropical fish and 220 species of coral make up the Ningaloo Reef; a protected marine park. Stay: Potshot Hotel Resort, Exmouth (B/D) |
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6 |
The Pilbara
This morning visit Giralia Station, a remote outback station and birdwatcher’s paradise. Travel inland to the mineral rich Pilbara region. Stay: Rocklea Palms, Paraburdoo (B/L/D) |
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7 |
Karijini National Park
This morning enjoy a guided tour of the Pilbara Open Cut Iron Ore Mine. You will be amazed by the massive pit and see the huge machinery in action. Journey into Karijini National Park. The startling landscape of spectacular gorges, waterfalls and rock pools, created by millions of years of erosion, provides a striking contrast to the stark red of the Pilbara landscape. Stay: Deluxe Eco Tents with Ensuites, Karijini Eco Retreat (B/L/D) |
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8 |
Port Hedland
Journey parallel to 80 Mile Beach and skirt the edge of the Great Sandy Desert, a desolate land of spinifex and sand hills. Arrive in Port Hedland, gateway to the Pilbara. The port is a major shipping outlet for this mineral rich region. Stay: All Seasons Port Hedland (B/D) |
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9 |
80 Mile Beach – Broome
Travel parallel to 80 Mile Beach and the edge of the Great Sandy Desert, before arriving in idyllic Broome. Broome is situated on the North West coast of Western Australia, and until the mid 1980s was only accessible by a dirt road. On a narrow peninsula surrounded by the azure waters of the Indian Ocean and Roebuck Bay, and recognised as a world class migratory bird stopover, it is a town where after watching a beautiful sunset you can retire for the night to the sound of waves crashing onshore and wake up to see the sun rise on the other side of the town amidst a torrent of birdsong. See Chinatown and Stretters Jetty where pearling luggers unload their fresh catch of oysters. Stay: Cable Beach Club Resort (2 nights) (B) |
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10 |
Broome at leisure
Enjoy a day at leisure exploring this tropical hideaway. Directly opposite the hotel is Cable Beach, 22km of white sand. Perhaps take an optional camel ride along Cable Beach. (B) |
Day
11 |
Derby – Fitzroy Crossing
Travel to the port of Derby and see the famous Boab Prison Tree. The infamous Boab Prison Tree is just south of Derby. This symbol of inhumanity is 14m wide and has an opening or ‘doorway’ 1m wide, 2m high. Learn about its dark history before arriving in the township of Fitzroy Crossing. Stay: Fitzroy River Lodge, Fitzroy Crossing (B) |
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12 |
Geikie Gorge
This morning cruise through Geikie Gorge, formed by the waters of the Fitzroy River tunnelling through the Napier Range. Watch for wildlife as the 30 metre high walls of the gorge tower above us. Travel to Halls Creek, situated on the edge of the Great Sandy Desert. Stay: Kimberley Hotel, Halls Creek (B/L) |
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13 |
Argyle Diamond Mine
Visit the Argyle Diamond Mine, the largest diamond mine in the world, producing one third of the world's diamonds annually. Travel to the outback cattle station of El Questro. Stay: Emma Gorge Resort, 2 nights, tented cabins with private facilities, power and linen provided (B/L)
Additional Cost Option: El Questro Homestead Upgrade. Stay two nights at this luxurious homestead, with gourmet meals, drinks and most activities included. This upgrade replaces accommodation at Emma Gorge Resort above. $POA |
Day
14 |
El Questro
This morning cruise through Chamberlain Gorge, a fresh waterhole abounded by tropical vegetation. At Emma Gorge Resort there is time to hike into Emma Gorge. (B) |
Day
15 |
5 Rivers Lookout
Travel along the Gibb River Road to Parry Lagoon Nature Reserve. Continue to Wyndham to the 5 Rivers Lookout. Visit Warriu Park to see the Dreamtime Statues. Visit the historic Durack Homestead then cruise the placid waters of the Ord River to Kununurra. Stay: Kimberley Grande, Kununurra (2 nights) (B) |
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16 |
Kununurra
Today we see the Ord River Irrigation Scheme, visit Hidden Valley National Park and Kelly's Knob Lookout. (B)
World Heritage Purnululu (Bungle Bungle) National Park Scenic Flight & 4WD Tour: Day 19 touring may be substituted with a scenic flight over Purnululu National Park and/or a 4-wheel drive tour, including a walk into Cathedral Gorge and among the domes. Seats are limited and must be pre-booked. Additional Cost. Conditions apply. Please enquire for details. |
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17 |
Ord River
Cruise the placid waters of the Ord River from Kununurra to Lake Argyle. Visit the Durack Homestead. Continue to Katherine. Stay: Paraway Motel, Katherine (B) |
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18 |
Katherine Gorge
Cruise through magical Katherine Gorge this morning. Travel to Darwin, stopping at Adelaide River War Cemetery en route. Enjoy an orientation tour of Darwin. Stay: Holiday Inn Esplanade, Darwin (B) |
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19 |
Depart Darwin
You will be transferred to Darwin Airport to connect with your onward flight. (B) |
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