West Coast Adventure
Trip Type: Land TourNZD 12,895.00 /Person
<p>Discover the bronzed landscapes of Australia’s Top End, from Katherine to the Kimberley. Before tracing the rugged beauty of the coral coast whe...
West Coast Adventure
<p>Discover the bronzed landscapes of Australia’s Top End, from Katherine to the Kimberley. Before tracing the rugged beauty of the coral coast where you’ll encounter Indigenous rock art, dolphins and historic mining towns along the way.</p>
Today marks the beginning of your West Coast adventure. On arrival in Darwin, you’ll be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. Later this afternoon, you’ll enjoy a guided tour of Darwin including a visit to the fascinating Royal Flying Doctor Service Tourist Facility. Tonight, get to know your fellow travellers during a Welcome Dinner.
Accommodation
Travelodge Darwin
Meals Included
Lunch
Location
Darwin , Australia
Early this morning, travel to Adelaide River and remember fallen soldiers at the heritage-listed Adelaide River War Cemetery. After having time to explore, head to Nitmiluk Gorge and embark on a guided cruise. Afterwards, continue on to the famous remote town of Katherine.
Accommodation
Contour Hotel Katherine
Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch
Location
Darwin , Australia
Departing Katherine, you’ll cross the border into Western Australia. Head to Kununurra and undertake a town tour.
Accommodation
Two Nights, Kununurra, Kimberley Grande or similar
Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch
Location
Darwin , Australia
This morning, join a wildlife cruise along the iconic Ord River. Then, see Lake Argyle, a huge freshwater lake known to many as the Jewel of the Kimberley. This evening is yours to enjoy at leisure.
Enhance Your Journey – Bungle Bungle Scenic Flight You may like to rise early for a spectacular scenic flight over the Bungle Bungle Range.
Enhance Your Journey – Camp Oven Experience Opt to join a special outback dinner at a Gourmet Camp Oven Experience among the iconic boab trees and red cliffs, dining under a vast starry sky.
Meals Included
Breakfast
Location
Darwin , Australia
Head to Zebedee Springs and take a dip in the natural thermal pools. Then, set off on a guided cruise along Chamberlain Gorge, where the river carves a path through the sheer rock face.
Insider Experience – Chamberlain Gorge Cruise Set off on a relaxing cruise of Chamberlain Gorge and learn about the region’s diverse flora and fauna, including the cheeky, spitting archerfish, as you cruise one of the Kimberley’s longest gorge systems.
Accommodation
El Questro - Emma Gorge
Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch
Location
Darwin , Australia
Visit Wyndham this morning, before marveling at the scenery as you travel through the breathtaking Kimberley landscapes on the way to Halls Creek. Enjoy staying in the heart of the remote Kimberley region.
Accommodation
Halls Creek, Kimberley Hotel
Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch
Location
Darwin , Australia
Enjoy an Insider Experience in Yiyili, then continue to Derby, gateway to the legendary Gibb River Road.
Insider Experience – Yiyili Community Visit Delve into Gooniyandi culture today during a visit to the Yiyili community, where you’ll explore the Girrwarli Art & Cultural Centre and meet members of the community.
Accommodation
Derby, Spinifex Hotel
Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch
Location
Darwin , Australia
Skirt along the southern edge of the Kimberley region on the way to the beaches of Broome. Enjoy a guided tour of this historic pearling centre and discover its fascinating history. Broome is sure to delight.
Accommodation
Two Nights, Oaks Cable Beach or similar
Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch
Location
Darwin , Australia
Today is yours to spend at leisure in Broome. Perhaps go for a stroll through town, relax on the white sands of Cable Beach or set out for some optional touring.
Enhance Your Journey – Willie Creek Pearl Farm Set out on a tour of the picturesque Willie Creek Pearl Farm, which features a boat ride and viewing of live pearl harvesting.
Enhance Your Journey – Sunset Dinner Cruise Indulge in a charming Sunset Dinner Cruise aboard a tri-level catamaran, where you’ll enjoy a four-course menu while cruising along Broome’s postcard-perfect coastline.
Enhance Your Journey – Aboriginal Culture Tour Join a cultural tour for a hands-on insight into the region’s rich Aboriginal culture. Discover the abundance of bush foods and medicine plants found in the area before a private didgeridoo performance.
Meals Included
Breakfast
Location
Darwin , Australia
Farewell Broome and travel through the vast Great Sandy Desert to Port Hedland, a bustling town surrounded by natural beauty.
Accommodation
Hospitality Port Hedland
Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch
Location
Darwin , Australia
Set off from Port Hedland today and journey inland over the remote and rugged landscapes of Karijini National Park. Karijini is Western Australia’s second largest national park and is filled with sheer gorges and cascading waterfalls.
Accommodation
Two Nights: Karijini Eco Retreat
Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch
Location
Darwin , Australia
This morning you’ll visit the remote mining town of Tom Price, nestled deep in the Hamersley Range. Here, enjoy a tour of the Tom Price Mine before returning to Karijini. This afternoon, experience the beauty of the park on visits to the stunning oases of Joffre Falls and Dales Gorge, where crystal-clear water and vibrant rock amphitheatres provide a haven in the outback setting.
Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Location
Darwin , Australia
Travelling west from Karijini National Park, you’ll pass through the striking ancient outback landscapes of the Pilbara. Spectacular, sparsely populated, and containing evidence of both the world’s oldest pre-historic lifeforms and oldest continuous living culture, the Pilbara is a privilege to explore. Admire the scenery during your journey to the scenic town of Exmouth.
Accommodation
Two Nights, Exmouth, Potshot Hotel
Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch
Location
Darwin , Australia
Visit the World Heritage-listed Ningaloo Marine Park for today’s Insider Experience. Continue to Vlamingh Head for stunning views of Western Australia’s coastline and the North West Cape.
Insider Experience – Ningaloo Reef Cruise Cruise the pristine, World Heritage-listed Ningaloo Reef and watch as tropical fish including potato cod, spangled emperor and lionfish swim among forests of colourful coral.
Meals Included
Breakfast
Location
Darwin , Australia
Set out for World Heritage-listed Shark Bay and enjoy today’s Insider Experiences.
Insider Experience – Monkey Mia Seafood Feast Indulge in a delicious dinner of locally sourced seafood amid the beautiful coastal landscape of Monkey Mia. This experience is sure to delight even the most discerning foodie.
Insider Experience – Stay at Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort Enjoy the stunning location of Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort, where you can meet the friendly resident dolphins, uncover an underwater wonderland thanks to breathtaking snorkelling spots, or laze out on the sugar-white beach with your holiday read.
Accommodation
Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort
Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch
Location
Darwin , Australia
Start today with a magical dolphin encounter at the daily feeding experience (subject to appearance). Enjoy the chance to stand on the sand within metres of these friendly creatures. Following today’s sensational Insider Experience on the bay, visit Hamelin Pool to view some of the world’s oldest living fossils. Later, continue to the sleepy seaside town of Kalbarri.
Insider Experience Unwind during a wildlife cruise on Shark Bay.
Accommodation
Kalbarri Edge Resort
Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch
Location
Darwin , Australia
Enjoy the Kalbarri Skywalk this morning, taking in incredible views of the spectacular Murchison River Gorge and surrounding area. Travel to Nambung National Park to see the spectacular Pinnacles rise out of the desert sand. Then continue to Perth, where you’ll enjoy a special Farewell Dinner.
Insider Experience – Stay at Pan Pacific Perth Savour a fantastic stay at Pan Pacific Perth, a premium hotel which was newly refurbished in 2024 and boasts a terrific central location overlooking the Swan River.
Accommodation
Pan Pacific Perth
Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch
Location
Darwin , Australia
After a tour of Perth today, you’ll transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
Meals Included
Breakfast
Location
Darwin , Australia
Departing
Finishing
Provided by
TWA18R
Trip Location
Darwin → Perth, Australia
Australia
Australia