Perth To Ningaloo Reef & Return | Adventure Tours

Day 1 - Perth, Wildlife encounters & farm stay

Depart Perth and head north to Greenough Wildlife Sanctuary. Here you can support conservation and animal rescue efforts, get close to dingos, emus, orphaned kangaroo joeys, saltwater crocodiles, and handle lizards and snakes. After your visit, depart for Geraldton, the second-largest city in Western Australia, where you will check out the memorial lookout and learn about the area's history from your guide. Continue onto the final leg of your journey to Northbrook Farmstay for an overnight stay at a scenic, tranquil property.

Stay - dorm-style room at Northbrook Farmstay

Distance covered - 5.5 hour drive (470 km), approximately 2 km walking

Day 2 - Journey to Exmouth

Today you will embark on the long drive to Exmouth! Australia is a vast, huge country, so relax in your comfy vehicle and take in the scenery.. Departing from the farm,venture through the expansive bushland and cattle stations of the Gascoyne region, renowned for its red soil, tropical fruits, and abundant mineral deposits.

Stay - hostel in Exmouth

Distance covered - approximately 9 hours of driving (750 km)

Day 3 - Exmouth, Ningaloo Reef & lighthouse walk

Choose your own adventure today, with optional snorkelling or scuba diving at your own expense (seasonal) at Ningaloo Reef. Keep your eyes peeled for whale sharks and manta rays here if you’re lucky enough to swim alongside these majestic creatures! Alternatively, you can join an optional boat tour, visit Vlamingh Head Lighthouse, or relax on the pristine Turquoise Bay beach. Then, explore the stunning Cape Range National Park. In the afternoon, take a short trip to the picturesque Coral Bay before settling in for the night in this charming destination!

Add-on activities

• Snorkel with whale sharks (April to July only)
• Beach snorkelling (own expense)

Stay - Coral Bay hostel

Distance covered - 3.5-hour drive (300 km), approximately 2 km of walking

Day 4 - Coral Bay & Ningaloo Reef activities

Enjoy a relaxing day at your own pace in paradise! If you missed snorkelling yesterday, you have another chance today (or dive back in for a second snorkel if you wish!). Ningaloo Reef, one of the world's largest fringing reefs, begins right at the shore, so run straight into the crystal clear water. Swim out and find yourself surrounded by coral, fish, turtles, and manta rays. Swimming with these magnificent creatures is unforgettable. Not into swimming? Opt for a glass-bottom boat tour or other activities.

Add-on activities

• Snorkel with whale sharks (April to July only)
• Beach snorkelling (own expense)
• Glass-bottom boat cruise

Stay - Coral Bay hostel

Distance covered - no driving today, just a short walk to the beach

Day 5 - Tropic of Capricorn & Shell Beach

Today, venture to the Tropic of Capricorn. Your main stop is Shell Beach, an extraordinary beach composed entirely of white shells, making for dreamy, vibrant landscapes. Despite extensive local use over the years, the shells still cover a 60 km stretch and reach depths of up to 7 meters. In the evening, relax and unwind in the beautiful Shark Bay region.

Stay - Monkey Mia hostel

Distance covered - 6.5-hour drive (600 km), approximately 2 km of walking

Day 6 - Monkey Mia, Shark Bay & Kalbarri National Park

This morning, visit Monkey Mia on the Peron Peninsula, famous for its dolphins that visit the waters. Then, drive along the West Coast down through the spectacular World Heritage Park. Here, you'll see stromatolites, the oldest living organisms on Earth along with an array of lush native flora. Then, head south to Kalbarri National Park where, if time allows, you will stop at Murchison Gorge to enjoy the views from Nature’s Window and the Kalbarri Skywalk!

Stay - Kalbarri hostel

Distance covered - 5.5 hour drive (470 km), approximately 5 km of walking

Day 7 - Nambung National Park, Pink Lake & Perth

Today, make your way back to Perth with some gorgeous stops along the way! First up is a scenic drive, featuring Western Australia’s stunning and renowned Pink Lake at Port Gregory. Don’t neglect to take a few photos at this unique and striking spot! Journey through the breathtaking coastal gorges of Kalbarri National Park and visit the charming town of Dongara at the Irwin River’s head. Continue to the unique yellow sand dunes and mysterious limestone formations of the Pinnacles in Nambung National Park. After exploring, you'll head to Perth, where this adventure concludes.

Distance covered - 7-hour drive (600 km), approximately 2 km of walking