Notes:
This tour is only for fit and active people, who can hike 5-9kms a day over uneven terrain, often in high temperatures. Temperatures can be extreme i.e. very high during summer days and very cold during winter nights.
Adventure Tours Australia reserves the right to assess the fitness capability of passengers prior to tour departure.
Tour is not suitable for children.
Due to the remote nature of the Pilbara region we use bush camps with limited facilities on some nights.

Day 1 - Broome to Indee Station
Departing Broome we cross the Great Sandy Desert, calling in at the coastal oasis of Eighty Mile Beach where we may have time for a quick swim in the turquoise water and a chance to collect some unique seashells. We travel further south through Port Hedland checking out the enormous piles of iron ore and salt, before setting up camp at a remote sheep and cattle property, Indee Station. Tonight, sample some traditional Aussie damper baked in the hot coals of our campfire. (LD) (BC)

Day 2 - Indee Station to Karijini National Park
This morning we make our way to the remote but spectacular Karijini National Park where we spend the next three days exploring the ancient gorges and swimming in emerald coloured rock pools. We begin our Karijini experience with a visit to the Karijini Cultural Centre before heading for Fortesque Falls where you will be rewarded with a refreshing swim. Overnight camp in Karijini. (BLD) (C)

Day 3 & 4 - Karijini National Park
The next two days are spent exploring, swimming and relaxing in the magnificent Karijini gorges. One of the oldest landscapes on earth - the region will amaze you. We will explore a number of gorges including Weano Gorge, Handrail Pool, Oxers Lookout, Hancock Gorge and Hamersley Gorge amongst others. Overnight camp in Karijini. (BLD) (C)

Day 5 - Karijini National Park to Exmouth
Leaving Karijini, we call in at the unique mining town of Tom Price before travelling through the vast bush land and station country of the Pilbara region on our way to Exmouth and our accommodation. (BLD) (H)

Day 6 - Exmouth
This morning we explore the Cape Range National Park. Take a dip or relax on the beach at picturesque Turquoise Bay and hike around the vertical red rock walls of the gorge for stunning views at Yardie Creek. (BLD) (H)

Day 7 - Exmouth to Coral Bay & Warroora Station
Spend the entire day snorkelling the famous Ningaloo Reef accessible from Coral Bay's white sandy beach. Alternatively, you can choose one of the many optional activities including quad biking, coral viewing cruises and scuba diving (at own expense). (BLD) (SS)

Day 8 - Coral Bay to Monkey Mia
Heading south we cross the Tropic of Capricorn and pass through the banana growing town of Carnarvon. We call in at unique Shell Beach before continuing on to Monkey Mia - famous for the wild dolphins that visit the beach daily. (BLD) (H)

Day 9 - Monkey Mia to Kalbarri National Park
Time this morning to visit with the dolphins before exploring some of the Shark Bay World Heritage area. We stop to view the stromatolites - the oldest living organisms in the world - before heading south for Kalbarri. Time permitting we will be able to view the Murchison Gorge and Natures Window this afternoon before arriving in this seaside resort town. (BLD) (H)

Day 10 - Kalbarri NP to Perth
Departing the coastal gorges of the Kalbarri National Park, we head to the picturesque seaside town of Dongara before travelling south through the fascinating landscape of the Nambung National Park and checking out the famous Pinnacles. Then we make our way to Perth arriving in the early evening. (BL)

Please note that all itineraries are a guideline only and are subject to change.

BC - Bush Camp
C - Campground
CP - Caravan Park
H - Hostel (Shared Facility)
SS - Sheep Station

BLD Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

All prices are in Australian Dollars

Tour Code:
Broome to Perth -  BP10
Departs:  Broome - 6.30am, Wednesday  (9 May - 29 Oct 07)

Tour operates in reverse.
Perth to Broome -  PB10
Departs:  Perth - 6.30am Tues, Sat.

Max People: 21

Cost:  $1395  + $10 fuel levy
(Valid: 1 Apr 07 - 31 Mar 08)

What to Bring: Sturdy walking shoes (ankle high), hat & sunscreen, towel & toiletries, swimming gear, warm clothing in winter, water bottle, torch, insect repellent, camera & film, pillow, sleeping bag (can be hired for $15)

Included: Experienced guides, all meals as indicated, camping fees & equipment, National Park fees