Perth to Monkey Mia Loop Incredible Landscapes and Wildlife 4 Day Tour | Perth Return

Departs: 8:00 am
Returns: 6:30 pm (Day 4)

4 Day Monkey Mia Tour Highlights

• Experience Monkey Mia’s pristine beaches and its famous resident dolphins
• Wander among the ancient and otherworldly rock formations of the Pinnacles Desert
• Discover the natural icons of Kalbarri National Park, including the Skywalk and Nature’s Window
• Visit the striking Hutt Lagoon Pink Lake
• Stroll along Shell Beach, formed entirely from millions of tiny cockle shells
• Enjoy lunch at the iconic Lobster Shack in Cervantes
• Pay respects at the impressive HMAS Sydney War Memorial

Full Itinerary

Day 1: Perth to Hutt Lagoon, Pink Lake to Kalbarri

The coastal loop adventure begins with a scenic drive north along Indian Ocean Drive to Geraldton. After lunch, the journey continues to the vivid Hutt Lagoon Pink Lake for photo opportunities. The afternoon is spent exploring the stunning coastline south of Kalbarri, enjoying a leisurely walk between Natural Bridge and Castle Cove. The day concludes with an overnight stay in the relaxed seaside town of Kalbarri.

Meals: N/A
Accommodation: Kalbarri Edge Resort – Private Studio Rooms (with ensuite) or similar
Driving Distance: 575 km
Walk Distance: 2.5 km

Day 2: Kalbarri to Monkey Mia

An early start reveals the highlights of Kalbarri National Park, including Murchison Gorge, Nature’s Window and the Kalbarri Skywalk. Lunch is enjoyed at the well-known Billabong Roadhouse (at own expense), before travelling on to the extraordinary Shell Beach. The evening is spent at Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort, located right on the beachfront within the Shark Bay World Heritage Area. Guests may choose to hire a kayak (optional extra), relax by the shore, or spot local wildlife such as turtles, dugongs, emus and kangaroos.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: RAC Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort – Private Standard Rooms (with ensuite) or similar
Driving Distance: 450 km
Walk Distance: 3 km

Day 3: Monkey Mia to Geraldton

This morning offers an unforgettable opportunity to observe the friendly bottlenose dolphins of Monkey Mia, with the chance to participate in a hand-feeding experience (finishes at 9:00 am). Afterwards, enjoy free time or opt into a wildlife cruise (at own expense; pre-booking required). For those remaining on land, a visit to Eagle Bluff provides excellent vantage points to spot sharks and turtles, followed by lunch in Denham.

Departing Denham at approximately 1:30 pm, the journey continues south to Geraldton, arriving after 6:00 pm for a final night by the sea.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hospitality Geraldton Motel – Private Standard Rooms (with ensuite) or similar
Optional Activity: Shotover Sailing Cruises (pre-booking required)
Driving Distance: 385 km
Walk Distance: 1 km

Friendly Monkey Mia bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) are located in the Shark Bay World Heritage Area.

Day 4: Geraldton to Perth

Begin the day with a visit to the HMAS Sydney Memorial, offering sweeping views across Geraldton, followed by a stop at the Point Moore Lighthouse. The route continues to Port Denison for a coastal walk, then south to Jurien Bay before arriving in the charming seaside town of Cervantes. Enjoy lunch at the WA-famous Lobster Shack, including a guided tour of the lobster processing factory.

The final stop is Nambung National Park, where time is spent wandering through the eerie limestone formations of the Pinnacles Desert. Relax on the return journey to Perth, with drop-off commencing around 6:30 pm.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Driving Distance: 465 km
Walk Distance: 2 km

Optional Experiences (Pre-booking Required)

Wula Gura Nyinda Eco Adventures – Didgeridoo Dreaming Night Tour (Day 2, evening)
Enjoy a memorable two-hour evening experience around a campfire, featuring didgeridoo meditation and storytelling while learning about local Aboriginal culture and history.
Departs at 7:00 pm from Little Lagoon Creek on Stella Rowley Drive, near Denham.

Shotover Sailing Cruises (Day 3, morning)
Join a fascinating three-hour wildlife sailing cruise in one of the world’s most important marine animal behavioural research sites. Depending on the season, sightings may include dolphins, green and loggerhead turtles, dugongs, sharks, rays, sea snakes, schools of fish and migrating birdlife.
Departs at 10:00 am from Monkey Mia Jetty.