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21 Day West Coast Explorer - Darwin to Perth
21WCED 

21 days of the best that the West Coast has to offer. This tour will take you through 2 World Heritage Areas, more national parks than we can mention, remote country towns and some of the most remote country on the planet. All this with a new group of friends you are likely to form a bond with that will last for years

   
Duration:
Distance: 6000 km
Meal Code: B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner
Departures:

- Sunday

Departure Time: 06:30 AM
Return Time: 05:30 PM

Highlights: - Aboriginal Culture
- Bell Gorge & King Leopold Ranges
- Boab Prison Tree
- Bungle Bungle Ranges
- Coral Bay
- El Questro Wilderness Park
- Gibb River Road
- Hike & Swim at Bell Gorge
- Kalbarri National Park
- Karijini National Park
- Lake Argyle
- Monkey Mia
- Monkey Mia Dolphins
- Nambung National Park
- Ningaloo Reef
- Northern Beaches
- Optional Bungle Helicopter Flight
- Optional Bungles Scenic Flight
- Outback Station accommodation
- Pinnacles Desert
- Seasonal Wildflowers (Aug - Dec)
- Shell Beach & Stromatolites
- Travel the full length of the Gibb River Road
- Tunnel Creek & Windjana Gorge
- White Sandy Beaches
- Windjana Gorge
- 4WD Vehicle
- Canyoning
- Entry fees and meals as indicated
- Hiking

Options: BP10WX 
BP10WX 
DB9WX 
DB9WX 

Validity: From 1st April 2009 until 31st March 2010
Season:  2009-2010

Tour Path:
Day 1: Darwin to Victoria River (L, D)
We begin our adventure travelling south down “The Track“ (Stuart Hwy) to Edith Falls where we break for a refreshing swim and some time to get to know each other. Travelling further south we have a short stop at Katherine Gorge before heading west towards the Western Australian wilderness. We set up camp beside the Victoria River for our first night together. Overnight bush camp.

Accommodation: Campground
 
Day 2: Victoria River to Kununurra (B, L, D)
Up early this morning as we cross the border into Western Australia. We visit the largest man made lake in Australia - Lake Argyle and explore the area before heading for the capital of the north – Kununurra and our overnight campsite.

Accommodation: Caravan Park
 
Day 3: Kununurra to the Bungle Bungles (B, L, D)
Explore Kununurra, the town of the Ord River Scheme and the scenic Hidden Valley National Park. Then sit back and admire the awesome views of the Carr Boyd and Durack Ranges as we head to Turkey Creek. Next it’s time to buckle up and hold on for the challenging 4WD trip into the Bungle Bungle (Purnululu) National Park for sunset over the Osmond Ranges and our camp.

Accommodation: Campground
 
Day 4: Bungle Bungles (B, L, D)
We spend a full day exploring the unusual rock formations of the Bungle Bungles mastiff, visiting the unique Frog Hole, the breathtaking Echidna Chasm and the magnificent Cathedral Gorge. We have time for an optional scenic helicopter flight (at own expense) over the Bungles before heading to our overnight bush camp.

Accommodation: Campground
 
Day 5: Bungle Bungles to El Questro (B, L, D)
Leaving the Bungle Bungle we take a short break at Turkey Creek before travelling onto Wyndham and the Five Rivers Lookout. Overnight camp at El Questro.

Accommodation: Caravan Park
 
Day 6: Gibb River Rd and Gorges (B, L, D)
We tackle the punishing Gibb River Road stopping to take a walk in the beautiful Cockburn Range and swim under the waterfall in Emma Gorge. We cross the Pentecost River and travel through the spectacular ranges before heading to our overnight bush camp.

Accommodation: Bush Camp
 
Day 7: Gibb River Rd and Gorges (B, L, D)
A great day of swimming and hiking as we explore some of the Kimberley’s striking gorges - maybe Barnett, Manning, Adcock or Galvans depending on the time of year. Overnight bush camp.

Accommodation: Campground
 
Day 8: King Leopold Range to Windjana (B, L, D)
We enjoy an early hike and swim at Bell or Leonard Gorge before experiencing the splendour of the King Leopold Range travelling to Windjana Gorge. After lunch, we wade through the icy waters of the mysterious Tunnel Creek to explore the incredible limestone formations. We camp overnight at Windjana Gorge National Park.

Accommodation: Campground
 
Day 9: Windjana Gorge to Broome (B, L)
We view the abundant wildlife of Windjana Gorge including freshwater crocodiles and explore the 350 million year old fossilised reef wall rising 90 metres above the riverbed. Then we head for Derby, visiting the famous Boab Prison Tree before continuing on to Broome for sunset on beautiful Cable Beach.

Accommodation: Hostel
 
Day 10: Broome (No Meals)
2 Days of leisure in this historic northern pearling Town. There is plenty to see and do in Broome, time to just relax or laze on the beach in idealic weather conditions on the famous Cable Beach or view some of the old Pearling Luggers. We start our time here with a town tour to show you the sights.

Accommodation: Hostel
 
Day 11: Broome (No Meals)
Another day of leisure in the capital of the north.

Accommodation: Hostel
 
Day 12: Broome to Indee Station (L, D)
Departing Broome we cross the Great Sandy Desert, calling in at the coastal oasis of Eighty Mile Beach where we may have time for a quick swim in the turquoise water and a chance to collect some unique seashells. We travel further south through Port Hedland checking out the enormous piles of iron ore and salt, before setting up camp at a remote sheep and cattle property, Indee Station. Tonight, sample some traditional Aussie damper baked in the hot coals of our campfire.

Accommodation: Sheep/Cattle Station
 
Day 13: Indee Station to Karijini National Park (B, L, D)
This morning we make our way to the remote but spectacular Karijini National Park where we spend the next three days exploring the ancient gorges and swimming in emerald coloured rock pools. We begin our Karijini experience with a visit to the Karijini Cultural Centre before heading for Fortescue Falls where you will be rewarded with a refreshing swim. Overnight camp in Karijini.

Accommodation: Campground
 
Day 14: Karijini National Park (B, L, D)
You will see why we have allowed the next two days to explore and bask in the magnificence of this National Park area and it’s Gorges. The Hamersly Ranges were formed over 2,500 million years ago and are some of the most unusual landforms on earth. From cascading waterfalls found deep in the gorges to fresh still pools ideal for swimming, we experience it all. Some of the gorges are so narrow that you can touch both sides at once.

Accommodation: Campground
 
Day 16: Karijini National Park to Exmouth (B, L, D)
Leaving Karijini behind, we call in at the unique mining town of Tom Price before travelling through the vast bush land and station country of the Pilbara region on our way to Exmouth and our accommodation.

Accommodation: Hostel
 
Day 17: Exmouth (B, L, D)
A full day to explore Exmouth. After breakfast it’s time to jump on the bus and head out to Yardie Creek in the Cape Range National Park. Then we start our slow return to Exmouth. Have a swim or sunbathe at beautiful Turquoise Bay and discover this northern part of Ningaloo Reef, Enjoy spectacular views from historic Vlahming Head Lighthouse, stroll along pristine beaches. We return to our hostel late afternoon.

Accommodation: Hostel
 
Day 18: Exmouth to Coral Bay (B, L, D)
Spend the entire day snorkelling the famous Ningaloo Reef accessible from Coral Bay’s white sandy beach. Alternatively, you can choose one of the many optional activities including quad biking, coral viewing cruises and scuba diving.

Accommodation: Hostel
 
Day 19: Coral Bay to Shark Bay (B, L, D)
Heading south we cross the Tropic of Capricorn and pass through the banana growing town of Carnarvon. We call in at unique Shell Beach before continuing on to Monkey Mia – famous for the wild dolphins that visit the beach daily.

Accommodation: Hostel
 
Day 20: Shark Bay to Kalbarri (B, L, D)
Time this morning to visit with the dolphins before exploring some of the Shark Bay World Heritage area. We stop to be amazed by the stromatolites – the oldest living organisms in the world – before heading south for Kalbarri. Time permitting we will be able to view the Murchison Gorge and Natures Window this afternoon before arriving in this seaside resort town.

Accommodation: Hostel
 
Day 21: Kalbarri to Perth (B, L)
Departing via the coastal gorges of the Kalbarri National Park, we head to the picturesque seaside town of Dongara before travelling south through the fascinating landscape of the Nambung National Park and checking out the famous Pinnacles. Then we make our way to Perth arriving in the early evening.
 
 
Rates   (1st April 2009 to 31st March 2010)
Fare Type A$
Adult A$ 3225.00
Concession A$ 3125.00
Child A$ 3125.00
 

 
 
 
Ammendments can be made to this booking but will incur a reprocessing fee of AU$ 25.00 pero booking. Any alterations to this booking wich require reissue of documents will incur a AU$ 27.00 reissue fee. Please be aware of our Booking Conditions and Cancellation Policy.

Travel Insurance is strongly recommended as this conditions are strictly adhered to. Do not hesitate to contact us should you require any further information.

All costs quoted are in Australian Dollars.