APT Touring - West Coast Explorer (Reverse) 2026

Travel to Nambung National Park, a striking coastal desert region, home to the unique limestone Pinnacles. Enjoy lunch before continuing to the town of Geraldton, where you will visit the H.M.A.S Sydney Memorial, dedicated to those who served in the Royal Australian Navy and the lives and ships lost. 

Staying The Gerald Apartment Hotel or similar

This morning, head to Kalbarri National Park to begin your explorations. Take in the remarkable views from the Skywalk.

Enrich Your Experience – Abrolhos Island Flyover

Before continuing to Kalbarri, perhaps join an optional breathtaking flight over the Abrolhos Islands, located 55 kilometres off the coast. Marvel at the scenic beauty of the Pelaert and Wallabi Groups from above as you glide over the azure waters. Experience the rich history of the Batavia wreck site and keep an eye out for seasonal whale sightings (own expense).

Staying Kalbarri Edge Resort

This morning, journey along the Butchers Track to the stunning coastline where World Heritage-listed Shark Bay lies. This westernmost part of Australia has a unique combination of striking scenery and amazing flora and fauna, unlike anywhere else in Australia. Later, continue to Monkey Mia. 

Staying Two Nights, Shark Bay, Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort

Enjoy a special Signature Experience this morning then perhaps explore pristine white sand beaches during a time at leisure. Relish a sunset cruise before a seafood dinner at your resort.

Signature Experience – Dolphin Feeding Demonstration

See the wild Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphins of Monkey Mia that have visited the shallows for the last 50 years and watch as local rangers undertake a dolphin feeding demonstration (subject to appearance). 

Today, head to Hamelin Pool to see the stromatolites, which are considered the world’s oldest living organisms. Enjoy a stop at Shell Beach then continue to Carnarvon on the Gascoyne River. 

Staying Carnarvon, Best Western Hospitality Inn

Travel to World Heritage-listed Ningaloo Marine Park and join a cruise aboard a glass bottom boat at Coral Bay. Enjoy the opportunity to snorkel on this unspoilt reef in warm crystal-clear waters. Beneath the surface, you'll find dugongs, dolphins, manta rays, and more than 500 species of fish as you explore this vibrant marine playground.

Staying Two Nights, Exmouth, Mantarays Ningaloo Beach Resort

Explore Cape Range National Park as you board a cruise through the gorge walls of Yardie Creek. Admire the plethora of wildlife, the deep waters and the dramatic red limestone cliff faces. Make a stop in Turquoise Bay, voted as one of the best beaches in the world. Later, visit the Vlamingh Head Lighthouse on your way back to the resort for dinner.

This morning, travel to Karijini National Park, Western Australia’s second largest national park. Continue to your beautiful eco retreat within the park, nestled in the pristine bushland near Joffre Gorge, a magnificent curved waterfall that has formed a natural amphitheatre. Here, enjoy dinner before getting some much-needed rest before tomorrow's exploration.  

Staying Two Nights, Karijini Eco Retreat

Enjoy a full day to discover the contrasting landscapes of Karijini National Park where a vast range of flora and fauna thrives.

Signature Experience – Karijini National Park

Discover the contrasting landscapes of Karijini National Park.  See the rugged red beauty of Dales Gorge. Perhaps walk to stunning Joffre Falls, located near the eco retreat, or admire the rich red colours from Oxer and Junction Pool lookouts. Later, visit the 20-metre tumbling Fortescue Falls.

Say goodbye to Karijini National Park as you make your way to the remote mining town of Tom Price. Experience a mine tour with a local guide of the fully operational Tom Price Mine. Get a look behind the scenes and operations of one of the world's richest iron ore deposits. Later, arrive at Port Hedland, a coastal mining town that is renowned for its extensive exportation of iron ore.

Staying Two Nights, Port Hedland, Hospitality Inn

Enjoy some time at leisure today alongside exploring the unique charm of Port Hedland, a vibrant coastal town known for its rich history and stunning natural landscapes. Later, join a Twilight Industry Port tour where you’ll see the world's largest bulk loading port in action with engaging commentary from an expert guide. Learn about the history of the town and the port and its importance to the resources industry in the region. Enjoy a complimentary ‘sundowner’ refreshment as you watch the ships at sunset, providing a unique perspective and photography opportunities.

Stop at the famous Eighty Mile Beach, a stunning coastline that marks the end of the Great Sandy Desert. Keep an eye out for the migratory birds that call the wetland area home. Continue to Eco Beach Resort and enjoy a relaxed dinner this evening. 

Staying Eco Beach Resort

Travel to Broome today and check in to your resort. The rest of the day is yours to spend at leisure before a final dinner with your small group this evening.

Staying Broome, Cable Beach Club Resort & Spa

After breakfast, your journey comes to an end with a transfer to the airport.