| Starts | Perth, Australia |
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| Ends | Exmouth, Australia |
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| Region | Australia / Pacific |
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| Duration | 10 days |
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| Tour Operator | Gadventures |
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| Tour Code | OAPE 22572 |
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| Overview PDF | Download PDF |
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Itinerary
Day 1 - Starting: Perth & Finishing: Perth
There are no activities planned until an evening welcome meeting. If you arrive early, opt to visit nearby Freemantle, visit a vineyard at the Swan Valley Wineries, hit the beach at Cottesloe, take a day trip to Rottnest Island to spot the adorable Quokka, or explore the city at your own pace!
Day 2 - Starting: Perth & Finishing: Horrocks
Head out early for a day of highlights en route to Horrocks Beach.
Travel to the Batavia Coast to overnight in a "true blue" Australian holiday destination.
Day 3 - Starting: Horrocks & Finishing: Kalbarri
Visit the Principality of Hutt River, the oldest 'micronation' in Australia. See some coastal attractions before reaching Kalbarri. Opt to horseback ride, abseil, canoe or simply relax on the beach. Camp under the stars in a traditional swag (padded canvas bedroll).
Day 4 - Starting: Kalbarri & Finishing: Kalbarri
Explore Kalbarri NP with a free afternoon in this Western Australian adventure capital.
Day 5 - Starting: Kalbarri & Finishing: Monkey Mia
Continue up the coast to Monkey Mia and Shark Bay. Visit the historic Hamelin Pool Telegraph Station and the famous stromatolites. Visit Shell Beach before making it to Monkey Mia for the night.
Day 6 - Starting: Monkey Mia & Finishing: Monkey Mia
Get up close and personal with bottlenose dolphins at Shark Bay World Heritage Area. A major research site, these mammals come right up to the shore on a regular basis. Later, enjoy an Aboriginal kayak tour.
Day 7 - Starting: Monkey Mia & Finishing: Coral Bay
Travel through Carnarvon on the way to Coral Bay, known for it’s tropical fruits and seafood, and home to One Mile Jetty, Carnarvon Tramway and the OTC dish.
Day 8 - Starting: Coral Bay & Finishing: Exmouth
There are plenty of options here to enjoy the reef and surrounding area.
Day 9 - Starting: Exmouth & Finishing: Exmouth
Spend the day exploring Cape Range National Park including Yardie Creek and Turquoise Bay. Opt to scuba dive in Navy Pier or snorkel the blue waters. Venture to the Vlamingh Head lighthouse. Enjoy a final dinner in Exmouth together.
Day 10 - Starting: Exmouth & Finishing: Exmouth
Depart at any time.
Instructions
Ask your sales GCO or agent about the 'Perth Express'. Add an extra two days to your trip as you travel back down the coast with your CEO, spending the night sleeping in a swag under the stars in the Aussie bush before ending your trip when you arrive back in Perth.
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What’s Included
Pinnacles visit. Greenough Wildlife Park visit. Hutt River Province visit. Kalbarri National Park visit. Hamlin Pools Telegraph Station and stromatolites visit. Shell Beach and Eagle Bluff visit. Shark Bay World Heritage Area visit. Aboriginal canoe tour. Carnarvon blowholes. Dinner in Coral Bay. Cape Range National Park visit. Vlamingh Head lighthouse visit. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
Highlights
See the marine life at Shark Bay, check out the rare stromatolites, explore Cape Range National Park, take a canoe tour with Aboriginal guides and learn about their legends.
Itinerary Disclaimer
Group Leader Description
This G Adventures group trip is accompanied by one of our group leaders, otherwise known as a Chief Experience Officer (CEO). The CEO will be the group manager, leader and driver – this person is experienced in the routes travelled and will organize and lead the meal preparations and has experience in cooking a variety of local and international dishes for large groups.
As the group coordinator and manager, the aim of the CEO is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. While not being guides in the traditional sense, you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the countries visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects. They will also offer suggestions for things to do and to see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends.
We also use local guides where we think more specific knowledge will add to the enjoyment of the places we are visiting – we think it’s the best of both worlds.
Group Size Notes
Max 16, Avg 12.
Meals
Eating is a big part of traveling. Generally meals are not included in the trip price when there is a choice of eating options, to give you the maximum flexibility in deciding where, what and with whom to eat. It also gives you more budgeting flexibility. Our groups tend to eat together for most meals but there is no obligation to so. Your CEO will be able to suggest favourite restaurants during your trip.
Transport
Private van, walking.
About our Transportation
We use a private van for the duration of this tour.
Solo Travellers
Accommodation
Standard motels (6 nts), basic motel (1 nt), camping (2 nts).
My Own Room Exceptions
Night 2: Cabin/cottage
Nights 3-4: Camping/swag
Nights 5-6: Private room with shared facilities
About Accommodation
There are a variety of accommodation on this trip to bring out the unique character of the region you’re travelling through. We use 2-3 star hotels, simple hotels and swags (Australian outback sleeping bags for sleeping under the stars). Some nights will be multi-share and/or use shared facilities.
Joining Hotel
Good Earth Perth
195 Adelaide Terrace, Perth WA 6004
Phone: +61 (08) 9492 7777
Joining Instructions
Perth has two separate terminals for Domestic and International flights. Perth Centre is approx 11kms from the Domestic Airport and 18km from the International Airport.
Located just 11km from the Domestic Airport (15 minute’s drive) and 18km from the International Airport (22 minute’s drive).
By Taxi: $30-$40, depending on which terminal you arrive into.
By Shuttle Bus: $15 per person, for the CONNECT shuttle. The shuttle operates from Domestic Terminal 3 (T3) only. Please take the free terminal transfer bus which operates seven days a week to T3 if you arrive into either the International (T1) or Domestic(T2). This journey takes approximately 15 minutes and drops off at the Ambassador Hotel, across the street from Good Earth Perth.
Arrival Complications
Emergency Contact
Should you need to contact G Adventures during a situation of dire need, it is best to first call our local office in Melbourne. If for any reason you do not receive an immediate answer, please leave a detailed message and contact information, so we may return your call and assist you as soon as possible.
EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBERS
G Adventures Local Office (Melbourne)
During office hours, 9am-5pm Local Time
From outside Australia: +61 3 9413 5820
From within Australia: 03 9413 5820
After office hours emergency number
From outside Australia: +61 430 321 725
From within Australia: 0430 321 725
If you are unable for any reason to contact our local operations manager, please call the numbers listed below, which will connect you directly with our 24 hour Sales team, who will happily assist you.
Toll-free, North America only: 1 888 800 4100
Calls from UK: 0844 272 0000
Calls from Australia: 1 300 796 618
What to Take
You will be on the move a lot, so our advice is to pack as lightly as possible. We recommend the use of a well-labeled duffel bag, soft bag or backpack (whichever you find easiest to carry). Suitcases or heavy luggage are not recommended for the health of the CEO! A good size day-pack (20-35L) is also essential as you will have the chance to walk and hike in different national parks during these trips. This daypack will be used to carry your personal gear for the day, your lunch and a water bottle.
For days in the outdoors, we recommend the use of lightweight, breathable, moisture-wicking fabrics made of wool or synthetic fibers. Cotton is not recommended for days spent hiking as it does not allow for heat or moisture to enter or escape, and it will not dry easily once wet.
Checklist
-Documents
•Passport (with photocopies)
•Travel insurance (with photocopies)
•Airline tickets (with photocopies)
•AUD cash
•Credit or debit card (see personal spending money)
•G Adventures vouchers, pre-departure information and dossier
•Any entry visas or vaccination certificates required
-Weather-appropriate clothing
•Light fleece top
•Light windproof/waterproof jacket
•Towel
•Swimwear
•Sun hat
•Sturdy walking shoes
•Sunblock
•Sunglasses
•Toiletries (biodegradable)
•Watch or alarm clock
•Water bottle
•Money belt
•Flashlight or headlamp
•Camera, memory card(s) and charger
•Electricity plug adapter
•First-aid kit
-Insect Repellent
-Day pack
-Camera with extra memory cards and batteries
-Personal Entertainment
-Binoculars
-Waterproof backpack cover
Laundry
Your CEO will advise you along the trip where you will be able to do your laundry.
Visas
All countries require a valid passport (with a minimum 6 months validity). Contact your local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date visa requirements, or see your travel agent. It is your own responsibility to have the correct travel documentation. Visa requirements for your trip will vary depending on where you are from and where you are going. We keep the following information up to date as far as possible, but rules do change and sometimes without warning. While we provide the following information in good faith, it is vital that you check the information yourself and understand that you are fully responsible for your own visa requirements.
A valid passport and visa is required. For some nationalities, the visa can be issued by your Travel Agency or the Australian Embassy via Electronic Travel Authority (ETA).
To apply for an ETA online, travellers must hold a passport from one of the following countries:
– Brunei – Darussalam
– Canada
– Hong Kong
– Japan
– Malaysia
– Singapore
– South Korea
More information about the ETA and how to apply can be found here:
https://www.eta.immi.gov.au/ETA/etas.jsp
If you do not hold a passport from any of the above countries, you cannot apply for an ETA online. You may be eligible to apply for an ETA through a travel agent, airline or an Australian visa office. Alternatively, you may be eligible to apply for other types of electronic visitor visas. See: www.immi.gov.au
Spending Money
Money Exchange
The Australian currency is the Australian Dollar (AUD).
Credit cards are accepted almost everywhere in Australia and can be used to purchase small and large items. When purchasing products or services with a foreign credit card you may be charged additional fees by your credit card company for foreign purchases.
Credit cards and debit cards are very useful for cash advances but you must remember to bring your PIN number (be aware that many ATM machines only accept 4-digit PINs). Both Cirrus and Plus system cards are the most widely accepted debit cards. Both Visa and Master Cards are the most widely accepted credit cards. While ATMs are commonly available, there are no guarantees that your credit or debit cards will actually work check with your bank before you travel. A visit to an ATM can be arranged on Day 1 and other days of the trip.
Do not rely on credit or debit cards as your only source of money. A combination of local currency (preferably smaller bills, 5’s, 10’s and 20’s), traveller’s cheques and credit cards is best. Currency exchange is best obtained prior to travel or at the airport, currency exchange is easy to find in Australia in the gateway cities and most banks do accommodate.
Always take more rather than less, as you don’t want to spoil the trip by constantly feeling short of funds.
As currency exchange rates can fluctuate often we ask that you refer to the following website for daily exchange rates: www.xe.com
Emergency Fund
Tipping
It is not customary in Australia to tip service providers, but if you do experience outstanding service it is good to do so. Such service would only usually be in places like quality restaurants and it would be very rare that you would tip more than 10%. Unless specifically asked to do so at the time (by your CEO) – do not tip your local guides. Also at the end of each trip if you felt your G Adventures Chief Experience Officer did an outstanding job, you may consider a small tip – but it certainly isn’t expected.
Safety and Security
Medical Form
A Couple of Rules
Travel Insurance
Planeterra-The G Adventures Foundation
Feedback
Newsletter
Travel Forum – The Watering Hole
Max Pax
Group Leader
Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, local guides.
Day 3 Optional Activities
Day 4 Optional Activities
- Stand-Up Paddleboarding -
- Scenic Flight -
- Abseiling/Rappelling -
- Hiking -
- Cruise -
- Canoeing -
Day 5 Optional Activities
- Hamelin Pools Telegraph Station Visit -
Day 8 Optional Activities
- Eco Tour -
- Glass Bottom Boat Tour -
- Swimming -
Day 9 Optional Activities
- Scuba Diving -
- Snorkelling -
Day 3 Optional Activities
Day 4 Optional Activities
- Stand-Up Paddleboarding -
- Scenic Flight -
- Abseiling/Rappelling -
- Hiking -
- Cruise -
- Canoeing -
Day 5 Optional Activities
- Hamelin Pools Telegraph Station Visit -
Day 8 Optional Activities
- Eco Tour -
- Glass Bottom Boat Tour -
- Swimming -
Day 9 Optional Activities
- Scuba Diving -
- Snorkelling -
Day 3 Optional Activities
Day 4 Optional Activities
- Stand-Up Paddleboarding -
- Scenic Flight -
- Abseiling/Rappelling -
- Hiking -
- Cruise -
- Canoeing -
Day 5 Optional Activities
- Hamelin Pools Telegraph Station Visit -
Day 8 Optional Activities
- Eco Tour -
- Glass Bottom Boat Tour -
- Swimming -
Day 9 Optional Activities
- Scuba Diving -
- Snorkelling -
