Overnight Experiences Perth

UNTAMED MOMENTS

• Snap the ultimate road trip photo at the iconic Wave Rock.
• Fall asleep to the sounds of the bush in a true Australian swag camping experience.
• Soak up Esperance and Cape Le Grand’s unreal beaches, turquoise water and wild coastal vibes.
• Cross the mighty Nullarbor Plain where endless skies and open roads steal the show.
• Stand high above the crashing Southern Ocean at the jaw dropping Bunda Cliffs.
• Hike through ancient landscapes packed with rugged peaks, bush trails and epic lookouts.
• Learn to surf and embrace the wild side of the coast.
• Swim alongside playful sea lions and dolphins in an unforgettable ocean encounter (OE).
• Wade into the waters of Coffin Bay and taste fresh oysters straight from the source (OE).
• Get hands on with meaningful conservation work and leave a positive impact behind.

INCLUSIONS

• All National Park and entry fees
• All activities, unless stated as an optional extra (OE)
• Meals – 9 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 7 dinners
• Accommodation – Swag camping with basic facilities (8 nights), and bush camp with no facilities (1 night)
• Transport – Air-conditioned coaster bus (max 20 people)

TOUR ITINERARY

Day 1: Perth to Wave Rock

We leave Perth early and head southeast into the Wheatbelt, watching the city give way to farmland, country towns and wide open landscapes.

Our first stop is Wellington Dam, home to the world’s largest dam mural. Painted directly onto the dam wall, the artwork blends local stories, culture and nature against the backdrop of Wellington National Park.

From here, we continue to Collie, where there is time for lunch and a stroll through the town’s colourful mural trail before continuing to Wave Rock, one of Western Australia’s most recognisable natural landmarks. Standing beneath the giant curved granite formation, it is easy to understand why people travel from around the world to see it.

" One of those places that looks even bigger and stranger in real life."

Tonight, we settle into camp, share our first dinner together and roll out our swags beneath the stars for the first night of the adventure.

Accommodation: Swag camping with amenities at Wave Rock Bush Camp
Meals Included: Dinner
Distance Travelled: Approx. 550 km

Day 2 | Wave Rock to Cape Le Grand National Park

This morning begins with the Wave Rock Circuit Walk, taking us beyond the famous granite wave through native bushland, salt lakes and ancient rock formations.

As we continue east, the landscape gradually changes from inland farmland to the southern coastline. We stop in Ravensthorpe to admire the town’s colourful silo art before arriving in Esperance, where there is time to explore, pick up supplies and catch our first glimpse of the Southern Ocean.

By late afternoon, we reach Cape Le Grand National Park and set up camp at Lucky Bay, where brilliant white sand and turquoise water create one of Australia’s most iconic beaches. If we’re lucky, we may even spot kangaroos along the shoreline.

" The kind of beach people usually expect to see only on postcards." 

The evening is yours to swim, explore the coastline or simply slow down and enjoy one of the most spectacular campsites of the journey.

Accommodation: Swag camping with amenities at Lucky Bay
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Distance Travelled: Approx. 470 km

Day 3 | Cape Le Grand National Park 

We wake up in Cape Le Grand National Park, with the beach only a short walk from camp.

For those keen to start the day with a challenge, the climb up Frenchman Peak rewards us with sweeping views across the national park and the islands of the Recherche Archipelago. It is a steady climb, but the panorama from the summit makes every step worthwhile.

The rest of the day is ours to enjoy at a relaxed pace. Swim in crystal clear bays, explore coastal walking trails or simply stretch out on the sand and enjoy one of Australia’s most beautiful national parks.

With very little driving today, there is time to properly experience Cape Le Grand rather than simply passing through.

" A full day here is exactly what makes this journey so special."

Tonight, we return to camp for another relaxed evening by the beach.

Accommodation: Swag camping with amenities at Lucky Bay (second night)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Distance Travelled: Approx. 10 km

Day 4 | Cape Le Grand to the Nullarbor Plain

Leaving the coast behind, we begin our journey across the legendary Nullarbor Plain.

After a stop in Norseman, we drive the famous 90 Mile Straight, Australia’s longest straight stretch of road. Out here, the road itself becomes part of the adventure, with endless horizons, huge skies and a sense of remoteness unlike anywhere else.

Along the way, our Storyteller Guide shares stories of the Nullarbor, its people and the challenges of life in one of Australia’s most isolated regions.

By evening, we arrive at our remote bush camp. With no reception, no facilities and almost no artificial light, this is authentic outback camping at its best.

" A night on the Nullarbor is one of those Australian experiences travellers never really forget." 

Accommodation: Swag camping on the Nullarbor (no amenities)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Distance Travelled: Approx. 790 km

Day 5 | Great Australian Bight to Penong

We continue across the Nullarbor this morning, stopping at some of the region’s best known landmarks along the way.

After a photo stop at the iconic wildlife crossing sign, we arrive at the spectacular Bunda Cliffs, where the flat limestone plateau suddenly drops into the Southern Ocean. Stretching for more than 200 kilometres, this is one of Australia’s most dramatic coastlines.

" Standing at the edge of the Bunda Cliffs really puts the scale of this country into perspective." 

Continuing east, we cross the Dingo Fence and travel through Yalata Aboriginal Lands before reaching the small outback town of Penong, famous for its giant windmills and relaxed country atmosphere.

This evening, there is the option to head to the local pub for dinner before settling into camp for another night beneath the stars.

Accommodation: Swag camping with amenities at Penong Caravan Park
Meals Included: Breakfast
Distance Travelled: Approx. 600 km

Day 6 | Penong to Coodlie Park

We begin the morning in Penong, stopping at the local windmill museum, home to the famous giant windmill Bruce and a collection celebrating the region’s farming history.

From here, we continue to Streaky Bay for a two hour surf lesson with local instructors. Whether it is your first time on a board or you already have some experience, the uncrowded beaches and crystal clear water make this one of the best places in Australia to learn.

" Learning to surf on a quiet beach in remote South Australia is hard to beat."

After free time for lunch, we follow the Eyre Peninsula coastline south to Coodlie Park Farm Retreat. Surrounded by bushland and resident farm animals, it is the perfect place to unwind after a day on the coast.

Tonight, we gather around the campfire for dinner before those interested can join the optional stargazing experience beneath some of Australia’s darkest skies.

Accommodation: Swag camping with amenities at Coodlie Park Farm Retreat
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Distance Travelled: Approx. 350 km

Day 7 | Coodlie Park to Camp Nyroca

We start early for one of the biggest highlights of the trip, the optional Baird Bay sea lion and dolphin swim.

Heading out by boat, we have the chance to swim alongside wild Australian sea lions and bottlenose dolphins in their natural environment. Curious sea lions often dart around the group while dolphins cruise through the bay nearby. There is no feeding or staged interaction, just wildlife on its own terms.

" Usually the moment people are still talking about long after the trip is over." 

For those not joining the swim, the morning is free to relax around Baird Bay before the group meets again for lunch.

During the afternoon, we continue south through the Eyre Peninsula, passing quiet beaches and coastal towns before arriving at Camp Nyroca. Tonight, we settle in for dinner and another relaxed evening beneath the stars.

Accommodation: Swag camping with amenities at Camp Nyroca
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner (lunch included for those doing the sea lion swim)
Distance Travelled: Approx. 450 km

Day 8 | Coffin Bay to Port Lincoln

This morning, we explore the stunning coastline of Coffin Bay National Park.

There is the option to join the Coffin Bay Oyster Farm Tour, tasting oysters fresh from the lease while learning about the local industry. If oysters are not your thing, enjoy the scenic Oyster Walk before we regroup for lunch at the famous Fresh Fish Place in Port Lincoln.

Later, we visit Fishery Bay before searching for wild koalas among the surrounding gum trees.
" Seeing koalas in their natural habitat is a moment that stays with most travellers." 

To finish the day, we join Barngarla woman Emmalene Richards for a cultural experience, sharing stories of Country and connection to the land and sea.

Tonight, we camp in Lincoln National Park, surrounded by native bushland and rugged coastline.

Accommodation: Swag camping with toilets at Surfleet Cover Campground 
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Distance Travelled: Approx. 150 km

Day 9 | Port Lincoln to Mt Remarkable National Park

This morning, we join a hands on conservation experience in the Port Lincoln region. Depending on the weather and local conditions, the location and activities may vary, but every experience helps support the protection of the local environment alongside community led conservation projects.

" A chance to give something back to the places we’ve explored." 

Leaving the coast behind, we travel across the Eyre Peninsula, stopping in the country towns of Tumby Bay and Cowell, where colourful silo art celebrates the region’s farming and fishing communities.

By afternoon, we arrive at Mount Remarkable National Park for our final night on the road. After setting up camp, there is time to relax before sharing one last dinner together beneath the stars.

Accommodation: Swag camping with amenities at Mambray Creek Campground

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner 

Distance Travelled: Approx. 450 km

Day 10 | Mt Remarkable National Park to Adelaide

Our final morning begins with a walk through Mount Remarkable National Park, where rugged sandstone ridges, ancient river red gums and native wildlife offer one last taste of the Australian bush.

From here, we travel south through the renowned Clare Valley, stopping for lunch before enjoying a final wine tasting at one of the region’s local wineries.

By late afternoon, we arrive back in Adelaide, wrapping up ten days of spectacular coastlines, wildlife encounters, bush camping and some of Australia’s most remote landscapes.

" The places are unforgettable, but it’s often the people you shared the journey with who become the best part of the adventure." 

Meals Included: Breakfast
Distance Travelled: Approx. 310 km

KNOW BEFORE YOU BOOK

General Information

- Tour timing: This tour begins in Perth on Day 1 at approximately 6:15 am and concludes in Adelaide around 5:30 pm on Day 10.

- Luggage limits: Each guest is allowed one soft travel bag or backpack (max 15 kg) plus a small daypack or piece of hand luggage. If you are travelling with additional luggage, please contact us directly in advance, as extra luggage fees may apply.

- Minimum numbers: This tour requires a minimum of four travellers to run. If we need to cancel due to low numbers, we'll offer a transfer to a future date or a full refund.

- Before you book: Please read the information below and our full Booking Terms & Conditions to ensure this experience is right for you.

Accommodation & Camping 

- This is a participatory camping tour, meaning guests are expected to get involved by helping with basic tasks, such as meal preparation and packing up camp.

- When camping, you'll sleep in a traditional Aussie swag—a sturdy canvas bed roll with a built-in mattress, used under the stars or in wet weather tents.

- Sleeping bags: Please bring your own sleeping bag and pillow.

- Weather conditions: Be prepared for extreme weather, including high temperatures, cold temperatures, and exposure to the elements.

- In the event of wet weather, group tents will be provided for shared shelter.

- Should extreme weather affect the camping experience, alternative accommodation may be arranged. Any additional costs will be shared 50/50 between Untamed Escapes and guests.

Fitness & Mobility

Our adventure tours are best suited to travellers who love nature, hiking, and spending time outdoors, with a good dose of fun and group camaraderie. To get the most out of your experience, please consider the following:

·       Fitness requirements: A moderate level of fitness is needed. On some days, you may be walking between 3 and 12 km, often on uneven ground and in hot or wet conditions.

·       Mobility considerations: While there's no upper age limit, all travellers should self-assess their mobility and comfort with activities such as hiking, swimming, and swag camping. You'll need to be able to lift yourself from ground level, as swags are traditional ground-based bedding.

·       Medical conditions: If you have any mobility concerns or pre-existing health conditions, we strongly recommend speaking with your doctor before booking. Please also inform our Customer Service Team and Guides of any relevant conditions before travel, so we can offer the right support.

Itinerary Changes

At Untamed Escapes, your safety and experience are our top priorities. Our guides are trained to adapt plans when needed to ensure a smooth and enjoyable journey. Please keep the following in mind:

·       Experienced guidance: Our storyteller guides continuously assess local conditions such as weather and traffic to deliver the best possible experience.

·       Dynamic weather: The Australian outback is known for sudden and dramatic weather changes. Our team remains informed and responsive to these conditions.

·       Adjustments for safety and comfort:

o   Itinerary changes may occur to improve the overall experience or respond to unexpected circumstances.

o   For example, during the hotter months (December to March), hike times may be adjusted to earlier in the day to avoid high temperatures.

·       Clear communication: Any itinerary changes will be communicated to the group in advance whenever possible.

3-Day Margaret River Private Luxury Tour
South Western Australia Luxury Food and Wine Tour

Duration: 3 Days
Departure: Perth or Busselton, WA
Group Size: Private (max 10)
Vehicle: Mercedes Sprinter
Theme: Exclusive Escapes

OVERVIEW
The Margaret River region is renowned for its wines and lauded food scene. Tucked away on Australia’s southwest tip, this pristine landscape sets the stage for an effortless blend of world-class wineries, dedicated local producers and boundary-pushing restaurants, paired with dramatic coastline, ancient caves and a deep sense of place. Over three days on your luxury private tour, you’ll connect with nature and culture through immersive experiences and warm local storytelling, then return each afternoon to architectural, beachfront elegance at Smiths Beach Resort. Expect the best of indulgence with breathing space in between: long coastal views, exceptional dining, and the kind of comfort that makes you slow down and truly settle in.

UNTAMED MOMENTS

· Stay in five-star beachfront luxury at Smiths Beach Resort
· Taste your way through local providores and boutique cellar doors
· Dine at acclaimed Margaret River restaurants and wineries
· Take in dramatic coastal scenery and dreamy beaches
· Connect with culture on a guided Ngilgi Cave experience with Koomal Dreaming
· Enjoy free time to explore the eclectic Margaret River township at your own pace
· Browse Christian Fletcher Gallery’s striking coastal photography
INCLUSIONS

· Accommodation – 2 nights 5-star accommodation
· All experiences
· All meals, tastings and culinary experiences
· Pick up and drop off
· Transport
· Local Guide and expert knowledge

UNTAMED MOMENTS

• Connect with Country through an Aboriginal cultural experience with Koomal Dreaming.

• Taste Margaret River’s celebrated wines and enjoy dinner beside the Indian Ocean.

• Walk among ancient tingle trees in the Valley of the Giants.

• Explore Cape Le Grand National Park, with its white-sand beaches and turquoise bays.

• Cross the legendary Nullarbor, discovering remote roadhouses and endless horizons.

• Take in the dramatic Bunda Cliffs overlooking the Great Australian Bight.

• Give back through hands-on conservation at Barossa Bushgardens.

• 10 nights' twin-share accommodation

• Meals as listed

• All activities unless identified as optional extras

• National park and entry fees

• Air-conditioned minibus (maximum 15 people)

Day 1 – Perth to Margaret River | Coastal Views & Southwest Beginnings

An iconic jetty, ocean discoveries and time to settle into Margaret River

Depart Perth at 8:00 am, meeting your Storyteller Guide and fellow travellers before heading south towards the Margaret River region.

Out over Geographe Bay

Arrive in Busselton and visit the iconic Busselton Jetty, stretching more than 1.8 kilometres into Geographe Bay. Enjoy sweeping coastal views and a ride on the jetty train. Those joining the optional Underwater Observatory Tour can descend beneath the surface to discover marine life around the jetty pylons.

Settling into Margaret River

Continue south to Margaret River and check into Margarets In Town Apartments, your accommodation for the next two nights. The afternoon is free to explore local boutiques, galleries and cafés or simply relax. Enjoy dinner at your own expense.

Accommodation: Margarets In Town Apartments (2 nights)
Meals: None
Distance: Approx. 300 km

Aboriginal stories, local wines and an evening by the Indian Ocean

Today, experience the Margaret River region through its Aboriginal culture, celebrated wines and coastal scenery.

Connecting with Country

Join Koomal Dreaming for an Aboriginal cultural experience led by a local Traditional Custodian. Through stories and cultural knowledge, gain a deeper understanding of Country and the people who have cared for it for generations.

Return to Margaret River for free time and lunch at your own expense.

Sip, savour and discover

This afternoon, visit two local wineries to sample regional wines and learn about the people and stories behind the region's celebrated wine industry.

An evening by the ocean

As evening approaches, head to the Margaret River mouth, where the river meets the Indian Ocean. Share a relaxed dinner featuring local produce selected by your Storyteller Guide, accompanied by a glass of wine.

Return to your accommodation for a second night.

Accommodation: Margarets In Town Apartments
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Distance: Approx. 150 km

Forest towns, ancient tingle trees and the Southern Ocean

Leave Margaret River and travel through the southwest, passing through Pemberton and Walpole before exploring the Valley of the Giants and Albany's rugged coastline.

Through the southwest forests

Stop in Pemberton to stretch your legs before continuing to Walpole, where there's time to purchase lunch at a local café or bakery.

Walking among giants

Visit the Valley of the Giants, home to remarkable red tingle trees. Follow the Ancient Empire walk beneath these forest giants and admire their enormous trunks.

Those joining the optional Tree Top Walk can experience the forest from above on an elevated walkway through the canopy.

Country towns and coastal drama

Continue to Denmark for time to explore the town before heading east towards Albany. Visit The Gap and Natural Bridge in Torndirrup National Park, where the Southern Ocean meets dramatic granite cliffs.

Albany from above

Finish the day at Mount Clarence for sweeping views across Albany and King George Sound before checking into the Hilton Garden Inn Albany.

Accommodation: Hilton Garden Inn Albany (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Distance: Approx. 425 km

Wartime history, country towns and changing landscapes

Begin the day exploring Albany's connection to Australia's wartime history before travelling east through the Great Southern towards Esperance.

Stories overlooking the Sound

Visit the National Anzac Centre, overlooking King George Sound. Discover personal stories connected to the First World War and Albany's role as a departure point for the Anzac convoys. Explore the exhibitions at your own pace before leaving Albany.

Through the Great Southern

Travel east through open farmland and regional communities, with your Storyteller Guide sharing stories of the landscapes along the way.

Stop in Jerramungup for a break and the opportunity to purchase lunch, followed by another stop in Ravensthorpe before continuing towards Esperance.

An evening in Esperance

Arrive in Esperance and check into the Comfort Inn Bay of Isles, your accommodation for the next two nights. Enjoy the evening at leisure, with time to explore the waterfront or choose a local restaurant for dinner at your own expense.

Accommodation: Comfort Inn Bay of Isles (or similar, 2 nights)
Meals: Breakfast
Distance: Approx. 490 km

White-sand beaches, granite headlands and a relaxed coastal lunch

Spend the day exploring Cape Le Grand National Park, famous for its turquoise water, white-sand beaches and granite headlands.

A morning at Lucky Bay

Visit Lucky Bay, where white sand curves around a sheltered bay beneath granite headlands. Enjoy a walk along the shore and keep an eye out for kangaroos sometimes spotted near the beach.

Your Storyteller Guide will shape the day around local conditions and group interests, with opportunities for coastal walks, swimming or simply enjoying the scenery.

Lunch at Hellfire Bay

Continue to Hellfire Bay, where granite boulders frame another beautiful stretch of coastline. Enjoy a relaxed, cutlery-free lunch prepared by your Storyteller Guide.

Spend the afternoon exploring more of the park before returning towards Esperance.

From coastal views to local brews

Stop at Lucky Bay Brewing for Today's Paddle, a tasting flight of locally brewed beers. There's also the opportunity to purchase dinner at the brewery before returning to your accommodation.

Accommodation: Comfort Inn Bay of Isles (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Distance: Approx. 140 km

Coastal views, goldfields stories and a night on an outback station

Enjoy some free time in Esperance before leaving the coast behind and travelling towards Norseman and the Great Western Woodlands.

One last look at the coast

Follow Esperance's Great Ocean Drive, taking in turquoise bays, white-sand beaches and granite headlands. Pass scenic lookouts and the Pink Lake area for a final taste of the coastline.

Into goldfields country

Travel north towards Norseman, where coastal scenery gives way to farmland and inland bush. Stop at the town's famous horse sculpture and discover its connection to the region's gold-mining history.

A night in station country

Continue into the Great Western Woodlands, where eucalypt forests, granite hills and open grasslands surround the road. Your Storyteller Guide will share stories of this region as you make your way to Fraser Range Station.

Settle into your private ensuite room and enjoy the quieter pace of station life after a day travelling inland.

Accommodation: Fraser Range Station – Private Ensuite Room
Meals: Breakfast
Distance: Approx. 350 km

Outback history, endless horizons and the great Australian open road

Leave Fraser Range Station and continue east along the Eyre Highway. Today's journey takes you across the vast Nullarbor, with remote roadhouses and outback stories along the way.

Outback stories at Balladonia

Stop at Balladonia and visit the roadhouse museum. Discover the region's pastoral and transport history, including its surprising connection to Skylab, the space station whose debris fell across Western Australia in 1979.

The long road east

Continue along the famous 90 Mile Straight, where the road stretches across seemingly endless country. Stop at Caiguna Roadhouse for a break and the opportunity to purchase lunch.

Views across the Roe Plains

This afternoon, visit Madura Pass Lookout for sweeping views across the Roe Plains and the vast landscape beyond.

Continue towards Border Village, passing remote roadhouses and long stretches of open country.

An evening at the border

Arrive at Border Village Roadhouse, just across the South Australian border. Your Storyteller Guide will help everyone keep track of the local time before settling into the motel rooms.

Enjoy dinner at your own expense and relax after a full day on the road.

Accommodation: Border Village Roadhouse – Motel Room
Meals: Breakfast
Distance: Approx. 630 km

Wide-open plains, dramatic cliffs and historic windmills

Continue east across the Nullarbor, with open skies and distant horizons defining the landscape. Today, discover the Great Australian Bight before travelling towards the Eyre Peninsula.

Across the open country

Stop at Nullarbor Roadhouse for a break and a classic outback photo before continuing towards Head of Bight.

At the edge of the Bight

Explore Head of Bight, where boardwalks lead to viewing platforms overlooking the dramatic Bunda Cliffs and Southern Ocean.

During whale season, southern right whales may be spotted gathering in these waters to give birth and nurture their calves. Sightings depend on the season and conditions, but the coastal scenery is spectacular throughout the year.

Windmills and the road to the coast

Continue east, stopping at a roadhouse for the opportunity to purchase lunch. In Penong, visit the Windmill Museum and discover the importance of water and windmills in this dry landscape.

Travel through Ceduna before turning south towards Streaky Bay, where farmland and coastal communities replace the open plains.

An evening in Streaky Bay

Arrive at Streaky Bay Hotel-Motel and settle in for the night. Enjoy dinner at your own expense and relax after a full day on the road.

Accommodation: Streaky Bay Hotel-Motel (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Distance: Approx. 615 km

Ancient rock formations, wild coastlines and freshly shucked oysters

Travel south along the Eyre Peninsula, discovering remarkable rock formations, coastal scenery and the local flavours of Coffin Bay.

Stories in stone

Visit Murphy's Haystacks, where weathered granite formations rise from the surrounding farmland. Wander among these distinctive shapes and discover the story behind their unusual name.

Continue to Venus Bay for the South Head Walking Trail. Follow the clifftops and enjoy views across the bay and surrounding coastline. Keep an eye out for dolphins sometimes spotted in the water below.

An afternoon in Coffin Bay

Travel south towards Coffin Bay, famous for its sheltered waters and oyster-growing industry. Enjoy time to choose lunch from a local café or eatery at your own expense, followed by an opportunity to explore the township and foreshore.

Optional extra: Coffin Bay Oyster Farm Tour

Join a one and half hour tour, jumping into waders, and visiting a working oyster farm. Learn how local growers cultivate Coffin Bay oysters and enjoy 4 freshly shucked oysters.

Port Lincoln from above

Continue towards Port Lincoln and stop at Winter Hill Lookout for broad views across the town, Boston Bay and surrounding coastline.

Check into the Port Lincoln Hotel and enjoy dinner at your own expense.

Accommodation: Port Lincoln Hotel – Ocean View Balcony Room (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Distance: Approx. 340 km

Silo art, mangroves and the changing landscapes of the Eyre Peninsula

Leave Port Lincoln and travel north along the eastern Eyre Peninsula, discovering regional art, coastal communities and plants adapted to Australia's dry interior.

Colour at Tumby Bay

Visit Tumby Bay's colourful silo art, where a striking mural celebrates coastal life. Enjoy time for photos before continuing through the surrounding farming country.

Where land meets the sea

In Cowell, explore the Mangrove Boardwalk and discover the distinctive coastal habitat around Franklin Harbour. There's also time to explore the town and purchase lunch at a local café or bakery.

Life in the dry country

Continue towards Port Augusta as the coastal scenery gives way to drier landscapes and broader horizons.

Visit the Australian Arid Lands Botanic Garden and enjoy a self-guided walk among native plants adapted to Australia's harsh environments.

An evening in Port Augusta

Check into the Standpipe Golf Motor Inn and enjoy dinner at your own expense. Relax before tomorrow's final journey through the Clare Valley and Barossa to Adelaide.

Accommodation: Standpipe Golf Motor Inn – Deluxe Room (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Distance: Approx. 355 km

Valley landscapes, Barossa hospitality and a meaningful farewell

Leave Port Augusta and travel south towards Clare and the Barossa Valley, watching dry inland landscapes give way to rolling farmland and vineyards.

Through the Clare Valley

Travel through the Clare Valley and its country towns, stopping in Clare for a break and time to stretch your legs. Your Storyteller Guide will share stories about the communities and landscapes along the way.

Time in Tanunda

Arrive in Tanunda and enjoy free time to explore the main street, browse local shops and choose lunch from a local café, bakery or eatery at your own expense.

Giving something back

This afternoon, visit Barossa Bushgardens, a community-led reserve dedicated to conserving native plants and creating habitat for local wildlife.

Take part in a hands-on conservation experience in the garden's Blue Gem section, contributing time and energy to the landscapes we've travelled through. It's a meaningful way to finish the adventure together.

The final stretch to Adelaide

Continue south towards Adelaide, sharing favourite memories from the journey. After 11 days exploring Australia, it's time to farewell your Storyteller Guide and fellow travellers.

Meals: Breakfast
Distance: Approx. 380 km

Want to level up your adventure? Optional add-ons are available before, during and after your tour.

Iconic Adelaide Tour – Flamboyance Tours | From $89 per person

Discover Adelaide's history, architecture, landmarks and hidden local favourites on a small-group walking tour. Explore the city's streets while learning about its heritage, culture and thriving food scene.

Duration: Approx. 3 hours
Departure: 9:30 am, Monday–Friday

Groovy Barossa Day Out – Groovy Grape | From $159 per person

A full-day Barossa Valley experience featuring wine tastings, gourmet local produce, boutique cellar doors and beautiful vineyard scenery.

Duration: Approx. 8–9 hours
Departure: 8:30–9:00 am

YHA Adelaide Central – Co-living Room | From $50 per person

Extend your stay in Adelaide with affordable accommodation in a comfortable shared co-living room. Located in the CBD, the hostel offers easy access to restaurants, markets, attractions and public transport.

Day 9 – Coffin Bay Oyster Farm Tour | From $60

Join a one and half hour tour, jumping into waders, and visiting a working oyster farm. Learn how local growers cultivate Coffin Bay oysters and enjoy 4 freshly shucked oysters.

Duration: 1.5 hours (10:00 - 11:30am )
Includes: Waders, oyster farm experience, 4 oysters

Day 3 – Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk | From $21

Experience the forest from above on an elevated walkway stretching approximately 600 metres through the canopy, reaching up to 40 metres above the forest floor.

For those who prefer to stay on the ground, the Ancient Empire walk offers a chance to explore the giant red tingle trees from below.

Day 1 – Busselton Jetty Underwater Observatory | From $32

Discover the marine life beneath Geographe Bay on a visit to the Busselton Jetty Underwater Observatory. The experience includes a return ride on the jetty train before descending 8 metres below the ocean's surface.

Large viewing windows provide views of the jetty pylons and artificial reef, where corals, sponges, fish and other marine life can be seen.

Duration: Approx. 1 hour 45 minutes
Includes: Return jetty train journey, guided observatory experience

OVERVIEW

Dreamy coastline, vast outback, iconic wildlife and gourmet food seamlessly blend together on an epic voyage from west to south. Traverse almost 4,000km through some of Australia's most inspiring country on this 10-day, soul-stirring Perth to Adelaide overland tour. Unearth the southwest of Western Australia as you taste your way around the world-renowned wine region of Margaret River. Walk among ancient forests and sprawl out on deserted beaches without another soul in sight. Then, make the pilgrimage across the vast expanse of the Nullarbor Plain and into South Australia. Here, wind back to the coast and stand at the edge of Australia at the Head of Bight. Descending deeper into the south, wander across vivid pink lakes, swim with abundant marine life and taste world-famous seafood straight from the source on the Eyre Peninsula.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Walk among the ancient forests of Valley of the Giants 
• Taste your way around the Margaret River wine region
• Meet the kangaroos of Esperance and Cape Le Grand National Park
• Head off-road on a four-wheel driving expedition
• Cross the vast expanses of the Nullarbor Plain
• Witness the jaw-dropping scenery of the Great Australian Bight
• Immersive oyster lease tour and tasting with Experience Coffin Bay
• Swim with playful sea lions and magical bottlenose dolphins (OE)

INCLUSIONS

• Flight – Port Lincoln to Adelaide
• Accommodation – 9 nights (3.5 – 4.5 star)
• All activities and fee's unless stated as an optional experience (OE)
• Meals as indicated – 9 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 5 dinners
• Airport transfers in Adelaide
• Transport – Luxury Sahara 4WD
• Local guide and expert knowledge

ITINERARY

Day 1: Perth to Margaret River

Your expert guide will meet you first thing and tell you about what lies ahead on your Perth to Adelaide overland tour, coffee at the ready. Setting out, our first stop awaits at the scenic seaside town of Busselton, home to the world's second-longest jetty, stretching 1.8km into the turquoise waters of Geographe Bay.   

After a picnic at a postcard-perfect beach, arrive at the Ngilgi Cave Ancient Lands, an immersive above and below-ground experience. Go beneath the Earth's surface for a 45-minute semi-guided tour of the exquisitely decorated Ngilgi Cave. Above ground, discover 600 million years of stories associated with the land and its people. Follow a pathway through the native bushland bringing to life the creation of the land, cave formations, cultural connection and native flora and fauna through a series of experiential nodes.

Arriving in the Margaret River region by late afternoon, settle into your accommodation and enjoy a delicious meal at The Common Restaurant. 

Today travel around 350km.

Accommodation: Margaret River Beach Resort

Meals:  L | D

Day 2: Margaret River 

Breakfast at a favourite local café while watching surfers riding the waves of one of the world's most renowned breaks, then meander down the streets of Margaret River and peruse its eclectic craft and produce stores. Today, taste your way around the region's abundant cellar doors, from wine, beer and gin, to dairy and sweet treats. Between tastings, stop for lunch today at one of Margaret River's great restaurants. Unwind back at your hotel, perhaps with a platter of local produce you have collected throughout the day.  

Today travel about 80km through Margaret River.

Accommodation: Margaret River Beach Resort

Meals:  B | L

Day 3: Walpole, Denmark and Albany

After breakfast, head inland to the Walpole Wilderness region and roam among the Valley of the Giants. Walk 40 metres high into the canopy of Western Australia's majestic tingle trees, found nowhere else on Earth. Next, stretch your legs at Denmark, a gorgeous town nestled on the banks of the Denmark River, before we make our way along a dreamy coastal drive towards Albany. Along the way, we'll stop at two highlights, The Gap and Natural Bridge. Check into our accommodation and enjoy a meal at a local restaurant overlooking the ocean. 

Today we'll travel around 350km.

Accommodation: Hilton Double Tree Albany

Meals:  B | L | D

Day 4: Albany to Esperance 

After breakfast, amble through Albany's township and unearth its interesting history before travelling into the Porongurup's for the Walitj Meil Walk, which follows the edge of the forest to a scenic view across to the Stirling Range. Travel through the beautiful Stirling Ranges, which during spring is blanketed with wildflowers. Watch the brilliant kaleidoscope of colours change as you journey into Esperance. Check into our Esperance accommodation and enjoy an evening meal overlooking the pristine ocean. 

Today we'll travel 480km.

Accommodation: Jetty Resort Esperance

Meals:  B | L | D

Day 5: Cape Le Grand National Park 

Today we venture to one of Australia's most iconic beaches, where kangaroos lounge on snow-white sand as crystal-clear water gently laps the shore. Located approximately 50km east of Esperance, Cape Le Grand is one of Western Australia's most spectacular National Parks. Flora and fauna are abundant, including the iconic sunbathing kangaroos at Lucky Bay, who are always up for a photo opportunity. Swim, bushwalk and unleash your inner wildling surrounded by nature. Stay back in Esperance tonight and enjoy some free time to explore the town eating at one of the many great restaurants.

Travel 80km today.

Accommodation: Jetty Resort Esperance

Meals:  B | L

Day 6: The Nullarbor

Rise with the birds as we begin the epic pilgrimage across the Nullarbor Plain. Stretch your legs at the original Eucla Telegraph Station before crossing the border into South Australia. Today we travel a long distance, even by Australian standards. Along the way, we'll head off-road, four-wheel driving along the Balladonia Track to see some unique historical highlights. Relax as you watch the changing landscape roll by your window as your guide regales the unique history and stories of the land.

Today we travel approximately 790km, and you can enjoy some free time tonight to have a hearty meal at the roadhouse.

Accommodation: Outback Roadhouse Motel in Border Village

Meals:  B | L

Day 7: The Nullarbor and Great Australian Bight 

Continue along the Nullarbor, stopping in at Koonalda Homestead in the Nullarbor National Park. Formerly a fuel and rest stop for people travelling along the Nullarbor in the 1950s, it was abandoned in the 1970s and now offers a unique glimpse into Australiana history.

Take in the Head of Bight's otherworldly scenery, Australia's ultimate coastal lookout, where from July to October, you can spot whales taking shelter in the Great Australian Bight Marine Park. Come late afternoon, check into the 4.5-star eco villas positioned right on the beach in Ceduna. Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.

Today we travel 480km.

Accommodation: Ceduna Shelly Beach Caravan Park

Meals:  B | L | D

Day 8: Baird Bay and Streaky Bay 

Enjoy a much-deserved sleep in this morning before getting back in the car to travel to Streaky Bay. Grab a coffee and have a look around before we arrive in Baird Bay for a tour highlight, swimming with Australian sea lions and dolphins on a three-hour eco-cruise. The puppy dogs of the sea will twist, and twirl around you, and the magical dolphins won't disappoint either. This optional extra is just $220 per person and is available from September to May. If it is not operating, or you'd rather stay on dry land, we offer an alternative itinerary visiting the only colony of Australian sea lions on the mainland at Point Labbat.

After lunch, visit magical Talia Caves and come late afternoon, arrive at your accommodation in Streaky Bay. Enjoy some free time to relax tonight.

Today travel around 210km.

Accommodation: Streaky Bay Motel & Villas

Meals:  B | L

Day 9: Coffin Bay to Port Lincoln 

After breakfast, mosey south, stopping at some coastal highlights, including Locks Well and Cummings Lookout. Venture around the coast to our next destination, where world-famous Coffin Bay oysters are primed for tasting. Meet the local producers and learn about the Eyre Peninsula's enviable seafood industry as you glide through crystal-clear waters to a working oyster farm. Pluck your very own oysters straight from the ocean, learn how to properly shuck your fist-sized Pacific prize, and then sample the briny fruits of your labour.

Back on land, take some free time to have lunch at one of Coffin Bay's great seafood restaurants. Belly full, wander the pristine beaches and bushland of Coffin Bay National Park, where kangaroos and emus are in abundance. Come mid-afternoon, arrive in Port Lincoln and relax at your accommodation before our final dinner at an award-winning seafood restaurant. 

Today we travel 300km.

Accommodation: Port Lincoln Hotel

Meals:  B  | D

Day 10: Port Lincoln to Adelaide 

On the last day of the tour, you have earned a sleep-in. Enjoy a relaxing continental breakfast in the hotel restaurant and take a town tour of Australia's Seafood Capital. Visit the Fresh Fish Place for lunch, and this afternoon, head off-road four-wheel driving through the dunes from Wanna Lookout to Sleaford. Get your last dose of epic coastline at Whalers Way and meet the adorable koalas at Mikkira Station.

Pop into a vineyard for wine tasting, and as your ten-day Perth to Adelaide overland tour comes to an end, your guide will drop you off at the Port Lincoln Airport for your 45-minute flight to Adelaide. A private transfer will have you back to Adelaide accommodation by around 7 pm.  

Meals:  B | L

KNOW BEFORE YOU BOOK

• As this is a private tour, we can tailor the itinerary to suit your needs by customizing activities, flights, destinations, number of nights, accommodation, meal inclusions and vehicle size. In this case, please contact our Groups & Charters Manager, who will prepare a quote for you.

• The flight is operated by Rex and departs Port Lincoln on day ten at 5.20 pm and arrives in Adelaide at 6.10 pm. Rex has a 15kg luggage restriction per person plus one 7kg carry on; however, upon presenting a valid itinerary or ticket, passengers with international connections are permitted 20kg. For more details on Rex Baggage Allowance, please visit their website. 
• Accommodation is at a variety of quality resorts, hotels and motels. Rates are based on Twin/Double Share. If you are travelling solo, you need to pay the Single Traveller rate for your own room. 
• The vehicle used on this tour will depend on how many passengers are in your travel group. For couples or small family groups, it would generally be a Toyota Sahara. For larger groups, a Mercedes Benz Sprinter may be used. This will be confirmed at the time of inquiry.

• Please advise of any special dietary requirements when you book. Snacks, soft drinks and alcohol are not included.
• Itinerary changes may occur to ensure we provide the best possible experience. Weather conditions in Australia can change quickly, and our experienced guides will always put the safety of our passengers first. Any itinerary changes will be communicated in advance.
• The sea lion and dolphin tour does not operate from June to August, and an alternative itinerary will apply in the morning during these months.

• As part of our COVID-Safe protocols, all passengers must complete online check-in, including a 'Fit for Travel' self-declaration to confirm they are free from illness. This is mandatory and must be completed at the latest 24 hours before departure.
• Please read our full Booking Terms & Conditions before booking your tour.