See Shark Bay and the Ningaloo Coast World Heritage areas
10 Days
18 to 27 August 2026
Moderate
$4,390pptw
88 villabucks
See Shark Bay and the Ningaloo Coast World Heritage areas
Journey through two UNESCO World Heritage Areas on this coastal road trip filled with wildlife, vivid reefs and wide-open landscapes. Cruise the Murchison River, stand atop Kalbarri’s dramatic gorges, meet Monkey Mia’s wild dolphins and float beside the dazzling white sands of Shell Beach. Explore Shark Bay’s “Big 5”, discover Francois Peron National Park, and soak up Ningaloo’s coral gardens by boat at Coral Bay and through Cape Range’s rugged canyons. Round out the adventure in Carnarvon and Geraldton with history, space heritage and sweeping Indian Ocean views.
Itinerary
Day 1. Perth to Kalbarri (D)
Enjoy a relaxed start as you join the coach and pause for a shared morning tea at the Gravity Discovery Centre. Travel north through Badgingarra and Jurien Bay, then continue via Eneabba, Dongara and Greenough before arriving in Kalbarri to settle in and share a welcome dinner.
2 nights Kalbarri Edge Resort, Kalbarri
Day 2. Kalbarri Wilderness Cruise (BLD)
Glide along the Murchison River on a tranquil wilderness cruise and take in the birdlife and river scenery. Later, explore Kalbarri National Park, marvel at the soaring views from the Skywalk and admire the rugged gorges and coastal cliffs that frame this spectacular coastline.
Day 3. Kalbarri to Monkey Mia (BD)
Follow the North West Coastal Highway into Shark Bay. Call at Hamelin Pool to view ancient stromatolites, then stroll the glittering shoreline of Shell Beach where trillions of shells form a natural wonder. Continue to Monkey Mia and settle into your waterfront accommodation in this remarkable World Heritage setting.
2 nights Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort, Monkey Mia
Day 4. Shark Bay Wilderness and Ocean Park Aquarium (BLD)
Greet the day with wild dolphin encounters at Monkey Mia. Cruise sheltered Shark Bay waters aboard a spacious catamaran, keeping watch for dolphins, turtles and rays. In the afternoon, get close to an array of marine species during a guided visit at Ocean Park Aquarium.
Day 5. Monkey Mia to Exmouth (BD)
Travel north across big-sky country to Exmouth, gateway to the Ningaloo Coast World Heritage Area. Settle in and enjoy an easy evening as you prepare for days of reef and range discovery.
2 nights Potshot Hotel Resort, Exmouth
Day 6. Cape Range National Park (BLD)
Explore Cape Range’s limestone canyons and spinifex-covered ranges. Join a serene Yardie Creek cruise where black-footed rock wallabies and birdlife may appear on the cliffs. After lunch, take in coastal viewpoints including Vlamingh Head Lighthouse and pass sites of local naval history.
Day 7. Ningaloo Marine Park, Coral Bay (BLD)
Head to Coral Bay and step aboard an eco-cruise to view vibrant coral gardens and abundant marine life in the turquoise lagoon. Enjoy time in this laid-back coastal village before continuing south to Carnarvon.
2 nights Carnarvon Motel, Carnarvon
Day 8. Carnarvon (BD)
Discover Carnarvon’s stories, from the heritage waterfront and One Mile Jetty precinct to local plantations and maritime history. Visit the Carnarvon Space & Technology Museum to learn how this region helped track the Space Race, and consider a stop at Gwoonwardu Mia to explore Gascoyne Aboriginal culture.
Day 9. Carnarvon to Geraldton (BD)
Journey south to the Batavia Coast, pausing in Northampton’s historic township. Arrive in Geraldton and visit the moving HMAS Sydney II Memorial, a powerful tribute overlooking Champion Bay, before a relaxed evening in town.
1 night Best Western Geraldton, Geraldton
Day 10. Geraldton to Perth (BL)
Begin the return to Perth with a scenic run down the Indian Ocean Drive. Enjoy a farewell lunch in Jurien Bay, then continue south where your home transfers await to conclude a memorable Coral Coast escape.
Itinerary is subject to change. Terms and conditions apply. Call 08 9754 2026 for details.
Guide: B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner
eg. BLD indicates three meals included on that day of the itinerary.
PPTW is per person twinshare accommodation.
Image Credit: Kalbarri Wilderness Cruises
Dates & Pricing
$4,390pptw
$1,020 single option
Highlights
• Relax on a Kalbarri Wilderness Cruise along the Murchison River
• Take in Kalbarri National Park’s gorges and the Skywalk vistas
• Meet the resident wild dolphins at Monkey Mia
• See living fossils (stromatolites) at Hamelin Pool
• Float beside pure white sands at Shell Beach
• Immerse yourself in marine life at Ocean Park Aquarium
• Cruise to spot Shark Bay’s “Big 5” wildlife
• Visit Francois Peron National Park’s red-sand landscapes
• Experience Exmouth and Cape Range National Park
• Drift through Yardie Creek Gorge on a scenic cruise
• Discover the underwater world of Coral Bay
• Celebrate local history at the Carnarvon Space & Technology Museum
Inclusions
• Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA)
• 22 meals
• 9 nights’ accommodation
• Tours and attractions
• Professional Villa Tour Leader and Coach Captain
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Dates & Pricing
Duration: 10 Days
Dates: 18 to 27 August 2026
Activity Level: Moderate
$4,390pptw
$1,020 single option
Earn: 88 villabucks
Highlights
• Relax on a Kalbarri Wilderness Cruise along the Murchison River
• Take in Kalbarri National Park’s gorges and the Skywalk vistas
• Meet the resident wild dolphins at Monkey Mia
• See living fossils (stromatolites) at Hamelin Pool
• Float beside pure white sands at Shell Beach
• Immerse yourself in marine life at Ocean Park Aquarium
• Cruise to spot Shark Bay’s “Big 5” wildlife
• Visit Francois Peron National Park’s red-sand landscapes
• Experience Exmouth and Cape Range National Park
• Drift through Yardie Creek Gorge on a scenic cruise
• Discover the underwater world of Coral Bay
• Celebrate local history at the Carnarvon Space & Technology Museum
Inclusions
• Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA)
• 22 meals
• 9 nights’ accommodation
• Tours and attractions
• Professional Villa Tour Leader and Coach Captain
Itinerary
Day 1. Perth to Kalbarri (D)
Enjoy a relaxed start as you join the coach and pause for a shared morning tea at the Gravity Discovery Centre. Travel north through Badgingarra and Jurien Bay, then continue via Eneabba, Dongara and Greenough before arriving in Kalbarri to settle in and share a welcome dinner.
2 nights Kalbarri Edge Resort, Kalbarri
Day 2. Kalbarri Wilderness Cruise (BLD)
Glide along the Murchison River on a tranquil wilderness cruise and take in the birdlife and river scenery. Later, explore Kalbarri National Park, marvel at the soaring views from the Skywalk and admire the rugged gorges and coastal cliffs that frame this spectacular coastline.
Day 3. Kalbarri to Monkey Mia (BD)
Follow the North West Coastal Highway into Shark Bay. Call at Hamelin Pool to view ancient stromatolites, then stroll the glittering shoreline of Shell Beach where trillions of shells form a natural wonder. Continue to Monkey Mia and settle into your waterfront accommodation in this remarkable World Heritage setting.
2 nights Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort, Monkey Mia
Day 4. Shark Bay Wilderness and Ocean Park Aquarium (BLD)
Greet the day with wild dolphin encounters at Monkey Mia. Cruise sheltered Shark Bay waters aboard a spacious catamaran, keeping watch for dolphins, turtles and rays. In the afternoon, get close to an array of marine species during a guided visit at Ocean Park Aquarium.
Day 5. Monkey Mia to Exmouth (BD)
Travel north across big-sky country to Exmouth, gateway to the Ningaloo Coast World Heritage Area. Settle in and enjoy an easy evening as you prepare for days of reef and range discovery.
2 nights Potshot Hotel Resort, Exmouth
Day 6. Cape Range National Park (BLD)
Explore Cape Range’s limestone canyons and spinifex-covered ranges. Join a serene Yardie Creek cruise where black-footed rock wallabies and birdlife may appear on the cliffs. After lunch, take in coastal viewpoints including Vlamingh Head Lighthouse and pass sites of local naval history.
Day 7. Ningaloo Marine Park, Coral Bay (BLD)
Head to Coral Bay and step aboard an eco-cruise to view vibrant coral gardens and abundant marine life in the turquoise lagoon. Enjoy time in this laid-back coastal village before continuing south to Carnarvon.
2 nights Carnarvon Motel, Carnarvon
Day 8. Carnarvon (BD)
Discover Carnarvon’s stories, from the heritage waterfront and One Mile Jetty precinct to local plantations and maritime history. Visit the Carnarvon Space & Technology Museum to learn how this region helped track the Space Race, and consider a stop at Gwoonwardu Mia to explore Gascoyne Aboriginal culture.
Day 9. Carnarvon to Geraldton (BD)
Journey south to the Batavia Coast, pausing in Northampton’s historic township. Arrive in Geraldton and visit the moving HMAS Sydney II Memorial, a powerful tribute overlooking Champion Bay, before a relaxed evening in town.
1 night Best Western Geraldton, Geraldton
Day 10. Geraldton to Perth (BL)
Begin the return to Perth with a scenic run down the Indian Ocean Drive. Enjoy a farewell lunch in Jurien Bay, then continue south where your home transfers await to conclude a memorable Coral Coast escape.
Itinerary is subject to change. Terms and conditions apply. Call 08 9754 2026 for details.
Image Credit: Kalbarri Wilderness CruisesNew Paragraph
Guide:
B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner
eg. BLD indicates three meals included on that day of the itinerary.
PPTW is per person twinshare accommodation.
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