About The Tour
Take one of the world’s best road trips, travelling on the 9 Day Perth to Adelaide Tour across the vast plains of the Nullabor and beyond. This 9-day adventure exposes you to the incredible natural beauty of the region, taking in once-in-a-lifetime wildlife encounters, ancient landscapes, and stunning coastal scenery. At night, you’ll sleep under the southern stars for an extra kick of adventure.
Tour Details
Operates
2018
May 13, 27
Sep 16, 30
Oct 14, 28
Nov 11, 25
Dec 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
2019
Jan 6, 13, 20, 27
Feb 3, 10, 24
Mar 10, 24
Departs: Day 1 at 6.45am
Arrives: Day 9 at approx. 6:30pm
Adults: $1 490
Children: $1 237 (0 – 17 years)
Additional Information
- This tour requires a moderate level of fitness.
- Luggage is restricted to a maximum of one 15kg backpack/soft travel bag and one hand luggage size bag.
- Sleeping bags are not available for purchase or hire. You will need to bring your own on the day of the tour.
- Please make us aware of any dietary requirements when you make the booking. Part of the enjoyment of this tour is the active hands-on participation of everyone and you will be required to assist with light duties such as setting up camp, preparing meals and cleaning dishes.
What to Bring
Comfortable walking shoes, 1 litre water bottle, insect repellent, weather appropriate clothing (including rain jacket), sleeping bag, sunscreen, swimmers and snacks in your hang luggage. It is also a great idea to have a torch or headlight and a travel pillow.
Itinerary
Combine Australia’s ultimate road trip with incredible wildlife encounters on our 9 Day Perth to Adelaide tour. This tour includes traveling across the vast plains of the Nullarbor, showcasing you the true Australian outback. There are also plenty of great optional activities offering close interaction with aquatic wildlife. Take in the sight of the stars as you sleep comfortably in your swags as the sun goes down!
Tour Highlights
- Sandboarding at Lake Newland
- Surfing lessons at Sceale Bay
- Koonalda Homestead and Nullarbor National Park
- View the amazing rock formation of the Wave Rock
- Discover the natural wonders of the Eyre Peninsula
- Optional activity to swim with the sea lions and dolphins
- Scenic hike to the Southern Flinders Ranges
Day 1: Perth to Fitzgerald River National Park
We depart early from Perth and journey east over the Darling Ranges, stopping in Western Australia’s oldest inland town, York, for a coffee. Continuing east we arrive at the unique
Wave Rock, where we will enjoy our first lunch break. By the afternoon, the we reach the internationally recognised Fitzgerald River National Park for our first night of swag camping on the Perth to Adelaide Tour.
Accommodation: Swag camping
Meals included: Lunch and dinner
Day 2: Fitzgerald River to Cape Le Grand
We begin day two with a morning hike up East Mt Baron before we travel into Esperance to enjoy a coffee and a look around the stunning seaside town. We then continue on to the spectacular scenery and stunning beaches of Cape Le Grand National Park. Even the local kangaroos can often be found lazing about on the snow white sand of
Lucky Bay. The rest of the day is in your hands, with the option to adventure on a bushwalk, swim in the crystal clear ocean waters, take photos of the magical landscapes or mingle with fellow participants on the trip.
Accommodation: Swag camping
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 3: Cape Le Grand to The Nullarbor
Early on day three will be the prime time to go kangaroo spotting if you missed them the previous day. An early morning hike up the stunning Frenchmen’s Peak will give you unparalleled views of the beaches and islands of the Recherche Archipelago. Our adventure continues along the spectacular coastal drive stopping along some of the region’s most incredible pristine beaches including Twilight Cove, before heading towards the historical town of Norseman for lunch, then east on the Eyre Highway. Our bush camp for the night gives you the ultimate IMAX version of the great southern night sky. This display of shooting stars and constellations will leave you amazed!
Accommodation: Bush camping
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 4: The Nullarbor and Koonalda Homestead
Get ready to be amazed by the sheer size of this vast country as we journey 500 kilometres on the world’s longest stretch of road and enter the state of South Australia. The Nullarbor gets its name from the Latin word meaning “no tree”, so don’t expect you to see a whole lot of vegetation on this part of the journey.
On the way, we stop at the old township of Eucla, before spending the night camping at Koonalda Homestead.
Accommodation: Bush camping
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 5: Great Australian Bight and Coodlie Park
Driving continues on day 5 of the tour as we visit many famous sites along the way. Stop for a photo of the highway’s famous ‘Camels/Kangaroos/Wombats Cross road sign. View where the Nullabor Plain meets the Southern Ocean at the impressive Bunda Cliffs. As we cross the Dingo Fence, the world’s longest fence, we will enter the Yalata Aboriginal Lands. In the afternoon, we will have the opportunity to learn about Indigenous artwork at the Ceduna Arts and Cultural Centre. We stop at Streaky Bay to stock up supplies, before arriving at Coodlie Park bush camp. This working farm will give you an insight into the challenges of life on an Aussie farm and has it’s very own private beach.
Accommodation: Swag camping
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 6: The Eyre Peninsula
Today you will have the opportunity to get up-close and personal with some of Australia’s friendliest sea life in the fishing village of
Baird Bay. The clear Southern Ocean waters off the
Eyre Peninsula are home to delightful dolphins and playful sea lions. You can jump in the water and join these good-natured mammals for the most exciting swim of your life. ($170 own expense – please mention at the time of booking if you would like to add this option). Alternatively, you spend the morning back on land and relax at your own leisure.
After a delicious lunch on the beach, we make our way to Sceale Bay Surf School to learn to surf on a remote and pristine beach! For those who want to stay dry, simply relax and enjoy the stunning scenery around you or explore Sceale Bay, before heading back for the night at Coodlie Park.
Accommodation: Bush camping
Optional activity: Add a 3-hour cruise from Baird Bay to your tour for a truly amazing experience with swimming with dolphins and sea lions – $170 per person
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 7: Mikkira Station and Port Lincoln
Day seven starts off with some exhilarating sandboarding at the Lake Newland Sand Dunes, then it’s off to explore the famous Eyre Peninsula. We’ll make a with a pit stop at Talia Cave before arriving to the Seafood Capital of Australia, Port Lincoln for some delicious lunch. We will have free time to explore the area before arriving to our campsite in Mikkira, known for being a working sheep station and its surrounding of Manna Gum Trees.
Accommodation: Swag camping
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 8: Port Lincoln to Mt Remarkable
Day eight tests the fears of participation on the tour, as those who dare will have the opportunity to swim with the Great White Shark. You will take a cruise into the ocean where you can get suited up into diving gear and view these impressive and frightening creatures from the safety of a cage ($520 own expense – please mention at the time of the booking if you would like to add this option). For those who are not keen on getting in the water with one of the world’s deadliest sea creatures, you may decide to visit Lincoln National Park to view some of the most stunning coastline scenery of South Australia. We’ll continue our adventure along the coastal line to get a glimpse of some of Australia’s oldest rock and maybe if we’re lucky we may even get a chance to spot some iconic wildlife animals like the kangaroos and emus!
We’ll stop at Wadlata Cultural Centre, where we will enjoy a leisurely stroll amongst the life of the new frontier pioneers of South Australia. Followed by this, we’ll meet up again to journey to our campsite in Mt. Remarkable National Park.
Accommodation: Swag camping
Optional activity: Shark Cage Dive tour to the Neptune Islands for an up close encounter with the Great White Shark – $520 per person
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 9: Mt Remarkable to Adelaide
On our last day of our 9 Day Perth to Adelaide Tour, we’ll embark on our last hike to Davey’s Gully Walk and take in the spectacular views from Mt Remarkable National Park, before arriving into our final stop, Adelaide. The conclusion of the tour is a great time to reflect on your adventure with your fellow Perth to Adelaide Tour group members.
Meals included: Breakfast and lunch
What's Included?
- Meals as indicated
- All accommodation (4 nights camping with no facilities, 4 nights camping with basic facilities)
- All National Park entrance fees
Please note: as sleeping bags are not offered for hire on this tour, please ensure to bring your own.
Pickup Locations
Departs from YHA Hostel, 300 Wellington Street, Perth. There are no hotel pickups available for this tour
