9 Day Coral Coast Highway

Arrive in Perth and make your way to the centrally located Oaks Perth Hotel, where you'll check in to a comfortable Studio Room for a two-night stay. Spend the afternoon exploring Elizabeth Quay, Kings Park & Botanic Garden, or enjoying sunset drinks by the Swan River. In the evening, dine at one of Perth’s buzzing laneway bars or riverside restaurants before settling in for the night.

Spend the day exploring Perth and its surrounds. You may choose to take a ferry across to Rottnest Island for a day of biking and spotting quokkas, or stay local and visit Fremantle’s historic port, or shop and dine in the fashionable Subiaco or Leederville districts.

Collect your hire car from Perth City and begin your road trip north along the scenic Indian Ocean Drive, passing through small seaside towns such as Lancelin and Jurien Bay. Stop along the way to enjoy the turquoise coastline or grab lunch in a fishing village. Arrive in Geraldton, the region’s coastal hub, After checking in why not explore the HMAS Sydney II Memorial, stroll along Town Beach, or dine at one of the marina-side restaurants.

Depart early for the drive to Monkey Mia, located in Shark Bay World Heritage Area. This 4.5 to 5-hour journey offers opportunities to visit Shell Beach, Hamelin Pool stromatolites, and striking desert scenery along the way. Upon arrival, check in to your Beach View Room at the Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort & Lodge, your home for the next two nights. Relax on the beach, take in the calm waters of Shark Bay, or enjoy a cocktail by the pool as the sun sets over the ocean.

Spend a full day enjoying all that Monkey Mia and the Shark Bay region have to offer. Head down to the beach early to witness the famous wild dolphin feedings, a unique and educational wildlife experience. Later, take a catamaran cruise, go kayaking, or join a 4WD tour to Francois Peron National Park for red cliffs, white beaches, and turquoise water. Back at the resort, unwind with a sunset dinner on the beach or a peaceful walk along the shoreline.

Leave Monkey Mia and travel south to Kalbarri, a journey of approximately 4.5 hours. Arrive in the charming town located at the mouth of the Murchison River and check in to your room at the Kalbarri Edge Resort for a two-night stay. In the afternoon, explore Kalbarri National Park’s Coastal Cliffs, including Red Bluff, Pot Alley, and Natural Bridge, offering jaw-dropping ocean views and great photo opportunities.

Today, spend your time in Kalbarri National Park, famous for its river gorges and scenic lookouts. Visit the stunning Nature’s Window, perched above the Murchison River, and brave the Skywalk, a suspended platform that juts out over the gorge. Hike one of the short trails or simply enjoy the views. After a day of outdoor exploration, return to town for dinner at a relaxed bistro or pub before your final night in Kalbarri.

Depart Kalbarri and begin your drive south toward Cervantes, a small coastal town known for its proximity to Nambung National Park and the world-famous Pinnacles Desert. Arrive and check in to your room at the Cervantes Pinnacles Edge Resort for one night. In the late afternoon or early evening, visit the Pinnacles Desert for a magical walk among ancient limestone spires, particularly stunning during golden hour. Wrap up the day with a seafood dinner – perhaps a local lobster dish – to celebrate your last evening on the Coral Coast.

After breakfast, drive back to Perth Airport, approximately 2.5 hours away. Return your hire car and prepare for your departure, taking with you memories of wild dolphins, red cliffs, desert skies, and Australia’s pristine Coral Coast.