Dolphin Fly In Monkey Mia

FLY IN HOLIDAY

Experience a spectacular scenic flight up the west coast, flying at lower altitudes.You will be met at Monkey Mia airport and transferred to the Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort, located right on the famous Dolphin Beach.The friendly wild dolphins visit the shallow waters right in front of this low-environmental-impact resort.

The dolphins normally visit the beach early in the mornings, however,you might be lucky enough to enjoy a further late afternoon encounter.

Wildlife and sunset cruises in Shark Bay are available. On your departure day,you will be transferred back to Monkey Mia airport for the scenic flight back to Perth.

Ningaloo Reef Fly In Exmouth

3 DAY FLY IN HOLIDAY

Watch the west coast scenery change to deeper shades of red as you fly further north on your scenic flight,flying at lower altitudes.Welcome to the remote northern wilderness,and Learmonth/Exmouth Airport,built as a US Navy Base.

You will be met at Learmonth airport and transferred to your accommodation.The 40km transfer to Exmouth Town takes you north along the North West Cape through station country between the turquoise Exmouth Gulf and the Cape Range National Park.

Coral Bay is located at the southern end of the Ningaloo Reef. The 120km transfer to Coral Bay takes you past some fascinating natural features and wildlife,including giant anthills for as far as the eye can see.Exmouth and Coral Bay both have restaurant/dining options and offer essentia shopping. Reef tours and diving are available from both centres.There is plenty to discover in the North West Cape.

On your departure day,you will be transferred back to Monkey Mia airport for the scenic flight back to Perth.

INCLUDES

Driving in the North West Cape is a great adventure. Deserted turquoise beaches,huge canyons and the red wilderness are waiting to be discovered.Wild life abounds!

The special conventional vehicle hire included in this DISCOVER WEST package enables you to go off the black- top onto some major unsealed red dirt roads,such as the road to Cape Range National Park.You can see and do plenty with this option, without needing a 4WD vehicle. (Four wheel drive rates are available,simply ask.)

Dolphin & Ningaloo Fly In Monkey Mia & Exmouth

PACAKAGE INCLUDES

Spend two nights right on the dolphin beach at Shark Bay, before flying directly from Monkey Mia to Exmouth for the next part of your adventure.

Vehicle hire is available in Exmouth.Please ask DISCOVER WEST for special rates.

West Coast Fly - Drive

6 DAY FLY DRIVE EXPLORER HOLIDAY

INCLUDES

Fly up the West Coast to Exmouth,and then drive back to Perth on this time and fuel conserving option.

DAY 1 Perth – Scenic Flight –Exmouth

Enjoy the dramatic tapestry of the coastline as it unfolds during your low level scenic flight,Perhaps spotting some of the outstanding places of interest that you will want to visit more closely as you return homeward.

Be greeted by the almost year round summer that the North West Cape enjoys.You will be met at the airport and transferred to your accommodation where your vehicle awaits.

Spend the rest of the day exploring the town or perhaps visiting the nearby reef or one of the clear-water white- sand beaches.

Overnight Potshot Resort (Resort Room)

DAY 2 Ningaloo Reef

Discover the Cape Range National Park with spectacular canyons and gorges and ancient fossils.

Perhaps dive the Ningaloo Reef or Murion Islands,or in season snorkel with the gentle whale sharks or watch rare turtles nesting on isolated beaches along the cape.

Overnight Potshot Resort (Resort Room)

DAY 3 Exmouth – Monkey Mia

Stop off at Coral Bay,where the reef meets the coast for a last snorkel.Then south to Carnarvon,the tropical fruit growing town,perhaps lunching at a banana plantation.

Then on to the Shark Bay World Heritage Region.Stop off at Shell Beach and the old telegraph station.Or walk the boardwalk to learn all about the stromatolites below.

Overnight Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort (Garden Villa)

DAY 4 Dolphin Encounter

Rise early for this exquisite wild dolphin experience.

Drive into the small town of Denham.Or perhaps take an optional wildlife cruise at Monkey Mia and see if the dolphins make a second appearance,normally late in the afternoon.

Overnight Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort (Garden Villa)

Day 5 Monkey Mia – Kalbarri -Geraldton

Farewell the dolphins.Then on to Kalbarri National Park with its awesome gorges,and in season.spectacular wildflowers.

Enjoy lunch in the town of Kalbarri,before taking in some of the amazing coastal scenery. Take the coast road southbound to the regional centre of Geraldton.

Overnight Mercure Inn Geraldton

DAY 6 Geraldton – Pinnacles -Perth

Perhaps visit historic Greenough Hamlet and Pioneer Museum.

Then,to the Nambung National Park where the pillars of the Pinnacles Desert rise dramatically overlooking the Indian Ocean.The rock lobster fishing town of Cervantes is a great place for lunch before travelling through the coastal plains to Perth.

Please Note:The special conventional vehicle hire included in this DISCOVER WEST package enables you to go off the black-top onto some major unsealed red dirt roads,such as fascinating roads in Cape Range National Park,Kalbarri National Park,the Pinnacles (Nambung)National Park etc.

Experience a spectacular one-hour scenic flight over the changing southern landscape,flying at lower altitudes.

Albany has been building it 's treasure store of attractions since 1826.

The Princess Royal Fortress was Australia 's first federal fortress.The forts were operational until 1956,and await your inspection!Visit nearby Mount Clarence for exquisite statuary and a superb view across the King George Sound.

The Vancouver Arts Building,the Old Gaol,the Albany Residency Museum,the Old Post Office and Strawberry Farm are a few of the many historical buildings that make up the fabric of Albany.

Originally a whaling port,the whaling station was the last to operate in Australia (until 1978),now Albany Whaleworld is a monument to many things,above all to the forgiveness and resilience of nature.

Albany now stands a thriving town and a central shipping point for the wheatbelt through the Princess Royal Harbour.

Relax at Middleton Beach or take the “Boardwalk ”Coastal Walk from Ellen Cove around to the harbour and beyond. Views across the sound to stir the soul!In season (July- October)southern right whales come right into the surf line.

Nature has blessed Albany.Nearby wineries compliment the superb harvests from the oceans and meadows of the region; to the north lies the spectacular Stirling Ranges;and dramatic coastal features at Torndirrup National Park contrast with wide calm swimming beaches.

Car hire is also available in Albany,ask DISCOVER WEST for car hire rates.

Esperance Discovery Tour Options:

Begin your day driving through Bandy Creek fishing harbour, before heading onto the glorious white sands of Esperance Bay. You are invited to experience the truly remarkable four wheel climb up Wylie Rock, skillfully driven to give you an unrestricted 360 degree view of the town, Recherche Archipelago, sand dunes and National Park. Tackle the 30 kilometres of beach arriving at Cape Le Grand from the white sands to the envy of those who have had to take the journey by road.

For those limited for time, enjoy a short guided tour of the town, Great Ocean Drive and Pink Lake followed by a drive on the beach and the amazing ascent of Wylie Rock.

Incorporate one of the above tours with a stunning sunset tour. Watch a spectacular sunset over the bay followed by a seafood BBQ at the delightful Hellfire Gallery.

Half Day departs: Esperance
Town and Beach departs: Esperance
Sunset Dinner departs: Esperance