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WEST COAST ODYSSEY<br />
Perth Broome<br />
FR<br />
$1,701<br />
9 DAYS<br />
Highlights<br />
• Visit the eerie Pinnacles Desert<br />
• Enjoy Aussie ranch-style hospitality<br />
• Meet the dolphins at Monkey Mia<br />
• Snorkel the beautiful Ningaloo Reef<br />
• Explore Exmouth at your leisure<br />
• Sleep in deluxe Safari Eco Tents<br />
• Karijini National Park’s waterfalls<br />
• Enjoy the delights of Broome<br />
Departures 2015<br />
Mar - Nov<br />
Inclusions<br />
Every Saturday<br />
Accommodation: Safari tents (2 nts), swags<br />
(1 nt), multi-share hostel (5 nts) Note:<br />
Sleeping bag required ($20 to purchase)<br />
Transport: Mini-bus Meals: 8 breakfasts, 8<br />
lunches, 8 dinners Group Leader: Tour guide<br />
throughout Group Size: Max16 Tour Code:<br />
PERWES<br />
Get set for your western adventure and have your camera ready as you witness the<br />
untouched wilderness in the wild west of Australia. Sandboard at Lancelin sand dunes, bathe<br />
in the beautiful waterfalls in Karijini National Park, swim with giant whale sharks (seasonal)<br />
and manta rays, snorkel at Ningaloo Reef, camp out under the stars and meet the friendly<br />
dolphins of Monkey Mia. You’ll be accompanied by an experienced guide who’ll tell you a<br />
local tale or two and you’ll spend your nights in dorms (option to upgrade to private room)<br />
and camping deluxe style. The wild west is calling. What are you waiting for?<br />
AUSTRALIA<br />
Exmouth<br />
Coral Bay<br />
Monkey Mia<br />
Eighty Mile Beach<br />
Pilbara Region<br />
Kalbarri<br />
Perth<br />
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Broome<br />
Karijini N.P.<br />
AUSTRALIA<br />
Perth to Darwin (or Darwin to Perth)<br />
(19 days - Perth to Darwin)<br />
(PERDDR) see page 108 Fr $3,846<br />
Stay longer in Broome<br />
see page 114<br />
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ITINERARY<br />
Perth / Kalbarri<br />
Your first stop today is the amazing Lancelin sand dunes where you may try the unique sport of sand<br />
boarding. Then head north to the impressive Pinnacles Desert in Nambung National Park for a guided<br />
tour through these amazing limestone formations. Drop in at the Discovery Centre to learn how<br />
they came to exist, before a sightseeing stop in the town of Geraldton and on to Big River Ranch in<br />
Kalbarri National Park, where you’ll enjoy all-Australian hospitality and an overnight stay. (L, D)<br />
Kalbarri / Shark Bay/Monkey Mia<br />
Visit the marvels of the Murchison Gorge, Nature’s Window and Z-Bend in Kalbarri National Park,<br />
where you have the option to try abseiling. Cool off with a swim in the Murchison River before<br />
travelling north to Shell Beach and Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort where you’ll stay tonight. This<br />
evening, enjoy a multi award-winning Aboriginal cultural tour (optional). (B, L, D)<br />
Shark Bay / Coral Bay<br />
This morning, meet the famous Monkey Mia dolphins and join an optional sea kayaking adventure<br />
or just chill out on the beach or at the resort. Visit the oldest live rock formations in Australia, the<br />
stromatolites, before checking in at Coral Bay located right on the famous Ningaloo Reef. (B, L, D)<br />
Coral Bay<br />
Today, enjoy free time to experience the many great tours and activities Coral Bay has to offer. Go<br />
for a stroll on the beach and check out the shark nursery, swim with the manta rays or go for a<br />
snorkel on the Ningaloo Reef. Head on to popular Exmouth for an overnight stay. (B, D)<br />
Exmouth<br />
Today is yours to join any of the optional activities available, including snorkelling with the friendly<br />
giants of the sea, the whale sharks (seasonal) or enjoying a fully-guided tour of Cape Range National<br />
Park; a spectacular place comprising rugged limestone ranges, breathtaking deep canyons and 50kms<br />
of pristine beaches. Experience snorkelling trips including the stunning Turquoise Bay, visit Vlamingh<br />
Head Lighthouse and lookout and Milyearing Visitors Centre before returning to your accommodation<br />
in Exmouth at the end of the day. (B, L, D)<br />
Exmouth / Karijini National Park<br />
Up early to travel east through station country and a stop at Tom Price, the highest town in Western<br />
Australia. Continue on to the amazing Karijini National Park to stay at the multi award-winning<br />
Karijini Eco Retreat in deluxe Safari Eco Tents with your own veranda. (B, L, D)<br />
Karijini National Park<br />
The next two days allow plenty of time to explore Karijini National Park to enjoy 2.5 million years of<br />
evolution and 40,000 years of culture. Visit and hike many of the gorges including Hancock Gorge<br />
and Weano Gorge, swim in amazing rock pools, stand under waterfalls and explore intriguing rock<br />
formations. Check into your tent at Pardoo Roadhouse. (2B, 2L, 2D)<br />
Pardoo Roadhouse / Broome<br />
This morning sees you arrive at 80-Mile Beach for some stunning photos. Upon arrival in Broome<br />
your guide will take you on a tour around town before it’s time to say farewell to your new-found<br />
travel buddies. Alternatively, ask your <strong>Travel</strong> Expert about the 14-day tour option which includes two<br />
full days in Broome and a return to Perth via Kalbarri. (B, L)<br />
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