Backpacker Day Trip to the Pinnacles from Perth

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Pinnacles WA

The Pinnacles Desert of Nambung National Park, located at the southern entry to Australia’s Coral Coast along the Indian Ocean Drive, is one of the region’s major natural attractions and one of Western Australia’s most popular destinations. The park is located two hours north of Perth and serves as a natural habitat for a diverse range of native animals and fauna.

Backpacker Day Trip to the Pinnacles from Perth Western Australia

Are you thinking of taking a day excursion from Perth to Pinnacles? Leave the city behind for a one-day tour of some of Western Australia’s most beautiful natural treasures. Visit the Pinnacles Desert around sunset to marvel at the shifting colours of the desert landscape and eat a picnic dinner while gazing at the beautiful night sky.

What’s Included?

• National Park entry fees
• Picnic dinner
• Wildlife experiences
• Pinnacles guided walk
• Expert tour commentary
• Inner city pick-up/drop-off

Where We Visit

• Yanchep National Park
• Indian Ocean Drive
• The Pinnacles Desert

What’s Excluded?

• 45 minute Crystal Cave tour (additional $15pp can be purchased on the day)
• Additional food & beverages
• Souvenirs

What to Expect

Discover The Pinnacles on a very special tour. Full of wildlife encounters and stunning natural scenery, this trip will introduce you to the beautiful WA.

Yanchep National Park

Visit the gorgeous Yanchep National Park, look for wild kangaroos, view koalas from boardwalks and discover a west coast beach. It is known for its wildlife. Stroll the Pinnacles desert at sunset and watch the light show along the scenic Indian Ocean drive

Itinerary:

Today, you’ll be exploring some of the West Coast’s most stunning natural regions. Located only a short drive from Perth, you’ll cruise into Yanchep National Park first. Spreading over 2,800 hectares of natural bushland, this area is known for its caves, kangaroos, and koala population. Wander the beautiful grounds in search of these creatures. 

Coffee

Enjoy a coffee at the Chocolate Drop tea rooms overlooking the gardens or stroll the boardwalk to look for koalas. Keep your eyes out for wildflowers during the spring. There is also time to join a guided tour of Crystal Cave at your own expense. This is a stunning limestone cavern with stalactites and stalagmites following an underground crystal clear stream.

Hangover Bay

Then after making some furry friends, it’s time to head up the coast to Hangover Bay, a beautiful beach known for its wildlife. As you wander the white sands, keep an eye out for bottlenose dolphins and Australian sea lions! There may even be time for a swim.

Nambung National Park

End your day with a bang at the amazing Pinnacles Desert in Nambung National Park. Enjoy a delicious picnic dinner and take a guided walk through the wondrous limestone formations. Enjoy watching the light show as the colors change during the golden last hours of daylight.

Limestone Stacks

There are hundreds of limestone stacks spread over 190 hectares and the long shadows and orange light of sunset provides stunning photo opportunities. Explore the unique stacks as the sun falls over the beautiful Indian Ocean, the perfect end to finish off this perfect day.

Perth Arrival

You’ll then hit the road back to Perth, arriving in the late evening.

Cost

• Normal Aus$ 165
• Discount cost Aus$ 155

Pickup Locations

• Billabong Backpackers, 381 Beaufort St, Highgate
• Criterion Hotel, 560 Hay St, Perth
• Fremantle Prison YHA, 6a The Terrace, Fremantle
• Hostel G, 80 Stirling St, Perth
• Rendezvous Hotel Perth Central, 24 Mount St, Perth

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