Departs: Perth 8.00 am Friday
Returns: Perth 6.00 pm SunITINERARY:
Day 1 Perth to Monkey Mia
Travel north to the lobster fishing town of Port Dennison, where you
make a short stop for lunch (own expense) by the water's edge.
Continue north across Greenough flats, better known for its unusual
leaning trees and then on to Geraldton and Northhampton. Turn off onto
Peron Peninsula to the world listed area of Shark Bay for your overnight
stay at Monkey Mia. Overnight: Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort (or similar)
Day 2 Monkey Mia to Kalbarri (B)
Your accommodation is located at the dolphin interaction beach and
you can spend extra time at the water's edge this morning where you may
encounter a visit by the famous Monkey Mia dolphins. As they are wild,
dolphin appearances can't be guaranteed but coming in at regular times
through the day to interact with people has been a ritual for many
years. The opportunity to join an optional cruise on a 60 foot sailing
catamaran the 'Shotover' is also available this morning (own expense).
Enjoy unique encounters with dolphins, sharks or even the elusive dugong
as Shotover quietly glides through the
calm waters.
This afternoon, visit the town of Denham for lunch (own
expense) and the incredible Shell Beach and Stromatolites before
travelling south to Kalbarri, known for wildflowers (in season) and
magnificent
rocky landscapes. Visit Hawks Head in Kalbarri National Park, one of the
area's most spectacular red river gorges.
Overnight: Best Western Kalbarri Palms Resort (or similar)
Day 3 Kalbarri to Perth (B)
Homeward bound, enjoy sightseeing along the Kalbarri coastal gorges
then travel south breaking for lunch (own expense) at the rock lobster
fishing village of Cervantes, gateway to the Pinnacles Desert, an
amazing moon like landscape. Time will be allowed to stroll among
these limestone spires and take photographs - a memorable way to finish
the tour.
Arrive in Perth at approximately 7.00 pm.
Includes
~ 2 nights accommodation in motel style room with en suite
~ Travel by coach
~ 2 breakfasts
~ All touring as specified
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