This Perth to Exmouth return adventure is the ultimate way to experience the wild beauty of Western Australia in just one unforgettable week.
Designed for adventurous travellers who want big experiences without the big price tag, this 7-day overland journey delivers the very best of the West Coast, where red desert landscapes collide with turquoise ocean perfection.
If you’re short on time but big on adventure, this is hands-down the best way to capture the magic of Western Australia — and return to Perth with a camera roll full of “how is this real?” moments.
Travel north from Perth along the legendary Coral Coast, stopping at iconic natural wonders including the Pinnacles Desert, Kalbarri National Park’s dramatic gorges and skywalks, and the surreal Pink Lake. Get up close with wild dolphins at Monkey Mia, then continue to the crown jewel of the region — Ningaloo Reef, one of the world’s largest fringing reefs and a snorkeller’s paradise.
This Perth to Exmouth adventure is all about freedom, flexibility and connection. With a passionate local guide, a small group vibe and a private vehicle, you’ll access remote locations, hidden coastal gems and wide-open landscapes that most travellers never see. Expect early starts, big days, star-filled nights and memories that will last a lifetime.
On the first day of the Perth to Exmouth return tour, depart Perth early and head north, stopping at the Pinnacles Desert before continuing to the dramatic landscapes of Kalbarri.
Free-spirited, we cruise up the Coral Coast, where ironically it feels like our adventure begins in the desert. Stop at Nambung National Park for an opportunity to explore The Pinnacles, where ancient limestone spires jut spookily out of the sand. It’s then on to Geraldton, a township renowned for rock lobster, pearls and shipwrecks. If time permits, enjoy a visit to the pink lake (seasonal) before spending the night in Kalbarri.
Explore gorges, coastal cliffs and skywalk viewpoints in one of WA’s most iconic national parks.
With endless beauty, it’s easy to imagine dinosaurs roaming the ancient interconnecting gorges of Kalbarri National Park. Carved out by the Murchison River and lined with red river gums, the towering cliffs are striped with a blood-red hue and contrast spectacularly with the azure hidden waterholes. Best vantage points are from Nature's Window and Z-Bend lookouts, or for the ultimate rush, there’s the option of abseiling down. Toast the day in Denham, the gateway to Shark Bay.
Visit the famous Pink Lake and arrive at Shark Bay for sunset on the coast.
Be blown away by the mysterious creatures of the big blue at Monkey Mia. With over 4000 square kilometres along the seabed, it's literally a splendour in the seagrass attracting the likes of turtles, whale sharks, bottlenose dolphins and dugongs. The wonder continues with the 3 billion-year-old Stromatolites, creating a carpet-like sculpture beside the sea at Hamelin Pool. Watch the sun sink, and the stars come out at Coral Bay.
Meet the famous Monkey Mia dolphins and continue north along the Coral Coast.
The day is yours to explore paradise on earth at Ningaloo Reef. You can float the day away, but do remember to put your head under to see an explosion of colour, thanks to the 250 species of coral and over 500 species of fish. For those braver, choose to take a boat tour (additional cost) and swim alongside turtles and manta rays, or go snorkelling on the Ningaloo Reef, just metres from the shore. Blissfully salty and sandy, we spend a night in Exmouth.
Snorkel Turquoise Bay and explore Ningaloo Reef’s vibrant marine life.
After breakfast, you can choose to swim with the whale sharks (additional cost), who are well known for being the gentle giants of the ocean. Or, spend the day exploring Cape Range National Park, the result of ancient reefs pushing out from under the sea. Known for its contrasting scenery of rugged limestone ranges, deep canyons and beautiful beaches, you’ll spot wildlife such as emus, euros, red kangaroos, bungarras, bustards and a variety of birds. Take multiple dips at Turquoise Bay, before revelling in the last golden rays setting on the horizon at Vlamingh Head Lighthouse.
On the road again, we head south, so get comfy and switch off as the colour of the outback speeds by. A pit stop in Carnarvon is a no-brainer, thanks to supplying the vast majority of Western Australia with prawns, scallops, crabs, fish, fruit and vegetables. We now travel south through the outback before arriving at our overnight stop at Northbrook Farm near Northampton. For our last night together, we’ll get a taste of real country life, feeding animals, playing farm-hand and listening to local stories under the stars.
We leave our Farmstay to head to Geraldton, visit the HMAS Sydney memorial lookout and learn about the colourful history of this area, see the St Francis Xavier Cathedral and Point Moore Lighthouse. Slowly meandering back to Perth, we stop to visit Greenough Wildlife and Bird Park. A wildlife sanctuary promoting conservation and animal rescue; get up close to dingos, emus, orphan kangaroo joeys, saltwater crocodiles, handle lizards and even snakes. We then head to the incredible white sand dunes of Lancelin to test your skills at Sandboarding. Before first drop-offs in town around 6.30pm; take your final selfies, swap contacts with fellow travellers and plot your next adventure…otherwise you’ll want to U-turn and experience it all again. Perth to Exmouth adventure ends.
A: It’s a 7-day guided overland adventure travelling from Perth to Exmouth and back, covering WA’s top West Coast highlights.
A: Yes, a moderate fitness level is required, but no prior adventure experience is needed.
A: The minimum age for this trip is 18 years old. Passengers aged 70 years or older at the time of departure are required to review and sign our medical form. Due to the remote locations and challenging nature of our extended camping tours, it is essential that older travellers consider their health and ability to participate for the safety and the benefit of the whole group.
A: Shared hostel accommodation with mixed-gender dorms is included for all 6 nights.
A: Yes, snorkelling at Ningaloo Reef and Turquoise Bay is a key highlight of the trip.
A: The tour starts and finishes in Perth, making it a convenient Perth to Exmouth return itinerary. Tour commences in Perth on Day 1 at 7 am and finishes in Perth on day 7 at approximately 6.30pm
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