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Perth, Australia
I drove towards Jurien Bay, which is about a 2,5-hour drive. Along the way you’ll have lots of highlights and places to visit, so count one full day to get to Jurien Bay.
My first stop was Yanchep National Park where I saw koalas in the wild for the first time in my life. They are the cutest! Many parts of this park were closed due to Covid-19 so I continued my drive to Lancelin Sand Dune.
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Jurien Bay, Australia
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Kalbarri National Park, Australia
The drive from Jurien Bay to Kalbarri National Park is quite long and there are not so many highlights along this route. A lot of people stop in Geraldton, but I decided to skip this town and went straight to the beautiful Hutt Lagoon Pink Lake.
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Monkey Mia, Australia
On day 4, I went to Monkey Mia which was a 4-hour drive from Kalbarri National Park. I was super excited to go to Monkey Mia as it’s the only place in Western Australia where you can swim with dolphins in their natural habitat.
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Francois Peron National Park, Australia
After Monkey Mia, I drove to Francois Peron National Park, one of my absolute favorite stops along the coast of Western Australia.
It’s a remote and rugged area located in the Shark Bay World Heritage Sanctuary, which can ONLY be entered by 4WD! (be aware of this if you plan on following my road trip in Western Australia)
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Carnarvon, Australia
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Quobba Station, Australia
While I drove to the blowholes in Quobba, I spotted humpback whales jumping out of the ocean, so I decided to search for a campsite nearby. I ended up staying at Quobba Station which was definitely worth stopping! It’s a remote wilderness campground with amazing beach views and is worth the stay for a couple of nights. I saw groups of dolphins right in front of me and humpback whales jumping out of the ocean.
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Coral Bay, Australia
After days of exploring and driving through the red sands, I arrived at Coral Bay. A little beach town situated right on the doorstep of the beautiful Ningaloo Reef.
Ningaloo Reef is Australia’s only fringing reef and is listed on a UNESCO World Heritage list for its incredible biodiversity. The moment I arrived, I couldn’t wait to grab my snorkels and go for a dive. Depending on the time of year, you can see and swim with whale sharks, humpback whales, and manta rays!
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Exmouth, Australia
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Karijini, Australia
Karijini National Park is one of Australia’s most beautiful and untouched places with many adventurous hikes and challenging trails. From the rockpools of the Hamersly gorge to the waterfalls at the Fern Pools, this national park has something for everyone.
Karijini National Park is a paradise for hikers and nature lovers, with its rugged landscapes and stunning gorges. In this guide, I will show you how to make the most of your time in this incredible national park, regardless of whether you travel to the park from Exmouth or Broome.
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Tom Price, Australia
Early in the morning I left the free rest area and drove towards Tom Price. Tom Price is the only town located near the entrance of Karijini National Park where you can go to the visitor center and find a Coles supermarket to do some groceries.
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Karijini National Park, Australia
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Eighty Mile Beach, Australia
The longest drive of this road trip in Western Australia was the way from Karijini National Park to Eighty Mile beach but it’s definitely the best place to stop before you get to Broome. You can either choose to stop in Port Hedland but I didn’t like the city and drove to Eighty Mile Beach Caravan Park to stay for the night.
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Broome, Australia
I drove for 4 hours, did some groceries, checked in at my new caravan park, and went straight to Cable Beach for sunset. This place was even more beautiful than I imagined! It has been on my bucket list for years. It’s one of the most iconic beaches in the world and for a good reason. The famous camel train, the most amazing sunsets, and a laidback atmosphere.
I drove for 4 hours, did some groceries, checked in at my new caravan park, and went straight to Cable Beach for sunset. This place was even more beautiful than I imagined! It has been on my bucket list for years. It’s one of the most iconic beaches in the world and for a good reason. The famous camel train, the most amazing sunsets, and a laidback atmosphere.