Coral
Bay & Karijini National Park
Perth
to Broome or Broome to Perth (8 Days and 8 Nights)
Day 1 Perth to Kalbarri
We
suggest an early start to ensure a chance at a Kalbarri sunset.
Head north to the wheat port of Geraldton which is an ideal
spot for lunch. At Northampton, turn toward Port Gregory then
follow the coastal road into Kalbarri. Take time to stop at
some of the coastal cliff locations, the Natural Bridge being
the most spectacular. Time to relax and enjoy local seafood
for dinner to night. Suggested overnight stay - Kalbarri Palms
Resort.
Day
2 Kalbarri to Monkey Mia
On
you way out of Kalbarri, take the time to visit the Murchison
River gorges, Hawks Head and Nature’s Window are worth
the 26km detour. Once at the Northwest highway, turn left
and make your way north to the Overlander Roadhouse where
the turnoff to Denham and Monkey Mia is well sign posted.
Pass through the original pearling town of Denham where any
supplies required should be purchased as shopping is very
limited at the resort. Suggested overnight stay - Monkey Mia
Dolphin Resort.
Day
3 Monkey Mia to Coral Bay
Backtracking
is required to the Overlander Roadhouse but stop at Shell
Beach, Eagle Bluff and Hamelin Telegraph Station on the way
back to truly appreciate this World Heritage area. Stay on
the Northwest Highway until you reach the Minilya Roadhouse
and follow the signs to Coral Bay. Suggested overnight stay
- Coral Bay Lodge.
Day
4 Coral Bay
No
need to pack the car today. Head straight to the beach. Coral
Bay can be experienced in many ways from a simple snorkel
off the beach to a glass bottom boat to a full scale dive
experience. Just ask our friendly staff when booking what
activity best suits you. Suggested overnight stay - Coral
Bay Lodge.
Day
5 Coral Bay to Tom Price
Sadly
we must leave this bit of paradise behind but many more adventures
await us down the track. Go north from Coral Bay towards Exmouth
at Bullara turn right and rejoin the Northwest Highway heading
for Nanutarra where you will follow the road into Paraburdoo
and Tom Price, the gateway to Karijini National Park.You are
now travelling in remote areas with great distances between
facilities so always make sure you top up with fuel at each
opportunity, carry plenty of water and a few snacks. Suggested
overnight stay - Karijini Lodge,Tom Price.
Day 6 Tom Price
Karijini
National Park would take months to explore in its entirety.
Its best to plan ahead the things you would most like to see
and the method to experience them.When booking your tour be
sure to ask for the Pilbara Holiday Planner which will help
you make your choices.We can make the bookings for you or
contact the local operators on the spot although some popular
tours and locations do get booked out. No matter what your
choice, hiking and walking are an essential part of a Karijini
Experience so you will appreciate a cold drink and a soft
bed at the end of today. Suggested overnight stay - Karijini
Lodge,Tom Price.
Day
7 Tom Price to Marble Bar
The drive
north takes you back through the Park so anything missed yesterday,
can be arranged for today. Today’s destination is one
of Australia’s most famous locations, one that not many
can claim to have visited. Legend has it that Marble Bar experienced
100 days where the temperature never dropped below 100 degrees
making it the hottest place in Australia.When you get there,
there is a plaque to prove it but don’t worry, your
room is air-conditioned. Suggested overnight stay - Marble
Bar Roadhouse.
Day 8
Marble Bar to Broome
Today
you will marvel at the vastness of the Australian Outback.
Make sure your water bottle is full and all things including
the car and yourselves are topped up. Stops are limited and
the distances great but as you cruise along in air conditioned
comfort, think of the early prospectors and explorers who
travelled this country with camels, on horse back or simply
walked. Don’t worry about searching for a room in Broome
or rushing your journey as tonight’s accommodation is
included in the tour. Suggested overnight stay - Seashells
Resort.
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