Our journey this morning takes us north via the 'lobster fishing port' of Port Denison. After lunch we continue north across the Greenough Flats passing the 'leaning trees', travel via Geraldton and Northampton to Shark Bay. This evening join an optional Astronomy beach talk at 8:30 pm.

Dinner & Overnight: Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort, Shark Bay.

Day 2 Monkey Mia to Carnarvon (B, L, D)

Our accommodation is at the dolphin interaction beach, spend time this morning where you may encounter the dolphins (sightings not guaranteed). Later, enjoy a 1 hour wildlife sailing cruise, aboard the 'Shotover' (own expense). Seasonally meet dolphins, dugong, turtles, sharks, sting rays, sea-snakes. Afterwards visit Shell Beach and Stromatolites, continue to Carnarvon.

Dinner & Overnight: Best Western Hospitality Inn, Carnarvon. (motel room with ensuite bathroom).

Day 3 Coral Bay, Ningaloo Reef (B, D)

Today we arrive at Coral Bay, centrepiece of the pristine 260km Ningaloo Reef inhabited by a rich array of sea life including exquisite corals, rare starfish, giant clams, over 460 species of fish, manta rays, dugong and dolphins. Choose this afternoon between a coral viewing or snorkelling cruise.

Dinner & Overnight: Best Western Hospitality Inn, Carnarvon.

Day 4 Carnarvon to Kalbarri (B, L, D)

Head to Hawks Head Lookout in Kalbarri National Park. View spectacular wildflowers (Jul - Nov).

Dinner & Overnight: Best Western Kalbarri Palms Resort, Kalbarri

Day 5 Kalbarri to Perth Option (B, L)

Homeward bound, enjoy sightseeing along the Kalbarri coastal gorges then travel south breaking for lunch at the rock lobster fishing village of Cervantes - gateway to the renowned Pinnacles Desert. Homeward bound we visit the Pinnacles Desert before returning to Perth approximately 7.30 pm.