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Discover the Outback delights of Australia’s wild west and notable north.
The Aussie Outback is calling on this awesome overland 4WD tour of Western Australia and the Northern Territory. Spend a mighty 22 days travelling up the coast from Perth, stopping by the marine rock formations of the Coral Coast, discovering the earthly tones and scenic vistas of the Kalbarri National Park, swimming in the gorges and waterholes of the Karinjini National Park, all the way to Broome for a spectacular sunset at Cable Beach. Take to a 4WD and Explore the narrow rock passages winding through the Bungle Bungles, spot crocodiles sunning on the banks of Windjana Gorge and discover the gorgeous swimming holes of El Questro and Katherine. For a trip that brings you face-to-face with Australia's vast horizons and immense wilderness, this epic adventure covering Australia’s vast western plains is one to remember.
- Start
- Perth, Australia
- Finish
- Darwin, Australia
- Destinations
- Western Australia, West Coast, Outback, Kimberley, Northern Territory, Kakadu
- Style
- Basix
- Theme
- Explorer, Overland
- Code
- PD22
- Physical rating
- Trip rating
- 3 reviews
- Ages
- Min 18
- Group size
- Min 6, Max 20
Why you'll love this trip
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Snorkel in the sparkling waters of Ningaloo Reef in Coral Bay and spend time hopping between waterfalls in the Karinjini National Park.
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Enjoy plenty of time to discover the untamed beauty of El Questro Station. Paddle in waterfalls, hike through gorges and access remote parts of this huge park on adventurous 4WD expeditions.
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The red domes of the Bungle Bungle Range in Purnululu National Park form some iconic Australian landscapes. You'll have a whole day to explore the gorges and valleys of the park, and soak up a few fiery sunsets
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Tunnel Creek in the Kimberley region has a rich First Nations history. Walk through the underground passages with your expert local leader learning about the culture and traditions of the first Australians.
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It may be a cliché, but life is all about the journey. Explore the major coastal and rural hotspots between Perth and Darwin at a slower pace, allowing you to really get under the skin of a place.
Is this trip right for you?
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Accommodation on the first half of this trip and in Broome is multishare, meaning there are no private rooms. You'll spend some nights of the trip sleeping at camping grounds in a swag (Australian bedroll) in twin-share, permanent tents. While conditions can be very basic, this is all part of the adventure.
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This is a true overland trip, and the journey is a big part of the experience. On some days of the trip, you will spend several hours driving, often through very sparse areas of desert. Crank up the tunes and sit back to enjoy landscapes that you would miss in any other form of travel.
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This trip requires a decent level of agility and stamina, as it involves a lot of walking, allowing you to really get among nature. The hikes in the Kimberley are particularly challenging. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes and comfortable clothing.
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Temperatures in regional Australia can be extreme. During the day the weather can be hot (and the Australian sun is strong) so please bring appropriate clothing, use sun protection and drink plenty of water. In the evenings temperatures really drop, so ensure you have base layers and warm clothing.
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This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves a lot of walking, allowing you to really get among nature. The hike in Karijini National Park is challenging. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes and comfortable clothing. You will need two pairs of shoes, one that can get wet.
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Itinerary
Included Activities
- Nambung National Park (Pinnacles) Entrance
- Sandboarding Jurien Bay
Meals Included
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
The total driving time today is about 7 hours. The total walking distance is approximately two kilometres.Accommodation
- Hostel (1 night)
Included Activities
- Kalbarri National Park Entrance
Optional Activities
- Abseiling in Kalbarri National Park - AUD30
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
The total driving time today is about 5 hours. The total walking distance is approximately five kilometres.Accommodation
- Hostel (1 night)
Included Activities
- Monkey Mia Dolphins
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
The total driving time today is about 6.5 hours. The total walking distance is approximately two kilometres.Accommodation
- Permanent tented camp (with shared facilities) (1 night)
Included Activities
- Ningaloo Reef Marine Park
Optional Activities
- Snorkel with Manta Rays - half day trip - AUD165
- Whale Watching (seasonal) from - AUD85
- Glass Bottom Boat Cruises from - AUD37
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
The total driving time today is about 2 hours. The total walking distance is approximately two kilometres.Accommodation
- Permanent tented camp (with shared facilities) (1 night)
Optional Activities
- Snorkel with the Whalesharks (April to July only) from - AUD350
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
The total driving time today is about 2 hours. The total walking distance is approximately two kilometres.Accommodation
- Camping (with facilities) (1 night)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
Today’s travel will take around 8 hours, in total.Accommodation
- Camping (with facilities) (1 night)
Included Activities
- Karijini National Park Entrance
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
The total driving time today is around 2 hours, but you could be walking up to six kilometres.Accommodation
- Camping (with facilities) (1 night)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
The total driving time today is only around 30 minutes, but you could be walking up to six kilometres.Accommodation
- Camping (with shared facilities) (1 night)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
The total driving time today is about 5 hours.Accommodation
- Hostel (1 night)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Accommodation
- Hostel (1 night)
Meals Included
There are no meals included on this day.Meals Included
There are no meals included on this day.Accommodation
- Camping (with facilities) (1 night)
Included Activities
- Tunnel Creek exploration walk
Meals Included
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
The total driving time today is around 5 hours. The total walking distance is approximately three kilometres including walking through water in Tunnel Creek.Accommodation
- Camping (with facilities) (1 night)
Included Activities
- Bell Gorge
- Windjana Gorge
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
The total driving time today is around 4.5 hours. The total walking distance is approximately four to six kilometres including walking through water in Tunnel Creek.Accommodation
- Camping (with facilities) (1 night)
Included Activities
- Galvans Gorge
- Adcock Gorge
- Manning Gorge
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
The total driving time today is around 1 hour. The total walking distance is approximately six to eight kilometres.Accommodation
- Camping (with facilities) (1 night)
Included Activities
- Gibb River Road
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
The total driving time today is around 6 hours. Total walking distance is approximately two kilometres.Accommodation
- Camping (with facilities) (1 night)
Included Activities
- Emma Gorge
- Zebedee Springs
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
The total driving time today is only around 45 minutes. Total walking distance is up to 6 kilometres.Accommodation
- Camping (with basic facilities - no showers) (1 night)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
The total driving time today is approximately 5 hours. The total walking distance is approximately five kilometres.Accommodation
- Camping (with basic facilities) (1 night)
Included Activities
- Cathedral Gorge Walk (Bungle Bungle)
- Echidna Chasm Walk
Optional Activities
- Helicopter Flight - Bungle Bungles - from - AUD350
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
The total driving time today is around 1 hour. The total walking distance is approximately five kilometres.Accommodation
- Camping (with facilities) (1 night)
Included Activities
- Lake Argyle
Optional Activities
- Lake Argyle Sunset Cruise - AUD100
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
The total driving time today is around 5.5 hours. Total walking distance is one kilometre.Accommodation
- Permanent tented camp (with shared facilities) (1 night)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
The total driving time today is around 7 hours. Total walking distance is around one kilometre.Included Activities
- Katherine Gorge
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Special Information
The total driving today is around 4.5 hours. Total walking distance is approximately two kilometres.Meals
18 breakfasts, 20 lunches, 18 dinnersTransport
All Terrain vehicleAccommodation
Camping (with facilities) (10 nights), Hostel mixed gender multishare (6 nts), Permanent tented camp (with shared facilities) (3 nights), Camping with basic facilities (2 nights)Included activities
- Nambung National Park (Pinnacles) Entrance
- Sandboarding Jurien Bay
- Kalbarri National Park Entrance
- Monkey Mia Dolphins
- Ningaloo Reef Marine Park
- Karijini National Park Entrance
- Tunnel Creek exploration walk
- Bell Gorge
- Windjana Gorge
- Galvans Gorge
- Adcock Gorge
- Manning Gorge
- Gibb River Road
- Emma Gorge
- Zebedee Springs
- Cathedral Gorge Walk (Bungle Bungle)
- Echidna Chasm Walk
- Lake Argyle
- Katherine Gorge
Dates & availability
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Important notes
1. The tour commences in Perth on Day 1 at 7.15 am and finishes in Darwin (Day 22) at approximately 6 pm. Onward travel must be booked the following day.
2. This trip is for FIT AND ACTIVE people and involves very basic camping and challenging hikes.
3. This trip requires a sleeping bag.
4. The minimum age on this trip is 18 years old.
5. This trip runs in reverse, see tour code PDP22 for more details.

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