6-Day Humpback Whale Snorkel Tour: Ningaloo Reef & UNESCO World Heritage Areas

Highlights of the Tour

Explore two UNESCO World Heritage areas and immerse yourself in some of Western Australia’s most iconic landscapes. This unforgettable 6-day adventure offers a perfect blend of marine and terrestrial wonders, from snorkelling with majestic humpback whales to exploring awe-inspiring national parks.

Key Attractions:

• Nambung National Park: The stunning Pinnacles Desert
• Kalbarri National Park: Murchison Gorge and coastal views
• Shark Bay World Heritage Area: Shell Beach, stromatolites, and Monkey Mia dolphins
• Ningaloo Coast World Heritage Area: Coral Bay snorkelling, humpback whale encounters

Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Perth – Kalbarri

After pick up from your hotel we are leaving Perth headed north along the coast towards Cervantes, the entrance to Nambung National Park. The Pinnacles are among the most visited natural wonders of the state. Thousands of limestone pillars rise out of a stark landscape of yellow sand. There is ample time to explore the area and to take some colourful photos from these amazing formations. These impressions of lights and colours will stay with you for many years to come. We head north along the coast via Jurien Bay and Leeman towards Geraldton, the sunniest town in WA. Cruising along the coastal road, we enter the Kalbarri National Park via Port Gregory. You can experience some of the most picturesque grazing land as well as the rough coastline. In the early evening, we will arrive in the “laid back village” of Kalbarri.

Accommodation: Kalbarri Edge Resort, Kalbarri

Day 2: Kalbarri – Monkey Mia (B)

After breakfast, we farewell Kalbarri. We continue into the Kalbarri National Park with breathtaking views down to the Murchison Gorge. Depending upon the season, our drive through the Kalbarri National Park to the World Heritage area of Shark Bay will be escorted by the famous wildflowers. In the afternoon, we arrive in Monkey Mia, home of the well-known dolphins. Nearly every day of the year, they come to the shore to give you a unique experience that will never be forgotten. There is time for relaxing and swimming on this beautiful beach. Before dinner you will be taken on a catamaran cruise to experience the silent sensation of sailing and capture the five-star view of the coastline.

Accommodation: Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort, Shark Bay

Day 3: Monkey Mia – Carnarvon (B)

In the morning, you have the opportunity to come face-to-face with the famous dolphins. Before our next stop at Shell Beach, we pay homage to this World Natural Heritage area with a visit to the Shark Bay Interpretive Centre in Denham. We will stop again, this time at Hamelin Pool, where the world’s best-known colony of stromatolites can be admired. Typical „Outback Australian impressions” will accompany you on the drive to Carnarvon.

Accommodation: Hospitality Motel, Carnarvon

Day 4: Carnarvon – Exmouth (Ningaloo Reef) (B)

After enjoying breakfast our today’s destination will be beautiful Coral Bay. Here, we will encounter the 260 km long natural wonder of the Ningaloo Reef. Specialists say that the marine life of this reef is more abundant than that found at the Great Barrier Reef. As the reef is not far from shore, it can be readily discovered with the aid of a snorkel and flippers on an outing in a glass-bottom boat. The shallow waters of the reef are home to various sea creatures, such as corals, unusual sea stars, crustaceans, and over 500 species of fish. In the afternoon, we set out for Exmouth.

Accommodation: Mantarays Ningaloo Beach Resort, Exmouth

Day 5: Humpback Whale Snorkel Tour (Exmouth) (B/L)

We start the day with a boat cruise from the Exmouth Marina to the tip of the North West Cape. Along the way we’ll take in the sites that make Ningaloo unique: the Navy Pier, Mildura Wreck, Vlamingh Head Lighthouse and Lighthouse Bay. We will also conduct an introductory reef snorkel. Ningaloo Reef sees one of the largest populations of migrating Humpback Whales in the world. These majestic creatures cruise past the West Australian coast each year, offering us the perfect opportunity to observe them. Once a group of whales is located, they will be observed for a while, and if it is deemed safe, swimmers will be allowed to enter the water. Humpback whales are known to be quite curious creatures, so the interaction is all up to them. This day, swimming and snorkelling so close to these majestic whales, will provide you with unforgettable memories that you will keep for all your life.

Accommodation: Mantarays Ningaloo Beach Resort, Exmouth

Day 6: Exmouth – Learmonth Airport – Perth (B)

Today, after breakfast, this fabulous tour comes to an end with the transfer to the airport, Learmonth, for your flight back to Perth (flight is not included in this tour).

Optional: Returning to Perth with us in 2 days? There will be not sightseeing on the way back. You will get overnight accommodation in Geraldton (Motel incl. Breakfast).

Tour Inclusions

• Transfer from the hotel to the airport on day 6
• Transport in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle (max. 12 passengers)
• Accommodation during the tour 5x in hotels/motels
• English-speaking guiding / German-speaking guiding
• French-speaking guiding and other languages on request only
• Entry fees National Parks, World Heritage Area Shark Bay, World Heritage Area Ningaloo Coast, Interpretative Centre Denham, catamaran cruise Monkey Mia, Glass-Bottom boat cruise (incl. snorkelling gear) Coral Bay, Humpback Whale Swimming Tour Exmouth
• Meals (5x B – Breakfast / 1 x L – Lunch)
• Free drinking water provided
• Comprehensive information kit in the vehicle
• 24/7 multilingual emergency assistance

Book Your Adventure Today

This incredible 6-day tour offers an unparalleled mix of relaxation, exploration, and adventure in Western Australia’s most iconic locations. Whether you’re captivated by marine life, mesmerized by ancient landscapes, or both, this tour will leave you with memories to last a lifetime!

Note

Minimum number of groups

This tour takes place with a minimum of 3 people. If this number of guests has not been reached yet, your booking will be set to PENDING. When the minimum number is reached your booking will be CONFIRMED.

Waiting list

If one date in which you would like to travel are not available yet, please apply on our waiting list. We will contact you as soon as possible.

Age

Unfortunately, Child under 7 years cannot participate on this tour.