broome to perth trip

Broome to Perth

Jump on the Share Bus from Broome to Perth and see the wonders of Australia’s largest state. Enjoy the stunning beaches, friendly wildlife, breathtaking gorges and more on this incredible self-guided adventure!

21 Days
Early bird $1,561 6+ weeks before start date
Full fee $1,699
Broome
Perth
Port Hedland, Karijini, Exmouth, Coral Bay, Carnarvon, Monkey Mia, Kalbarri, Geraldton, Jurien Bay, Lancelin, Perth
Shared rental camping road trip
18-35+

We’re not a tour – we’re a shared rental! That means it works a little differently. The people joining the trip share the driving, camping, trip planning and experience. This way of travelling offers a more flexible and self-guided trip. It’s also more affordable than a tour. However, you get everything you could need for a camping road trip plus an awesome group of travel mates! Additionally, you get to share the long drive.

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about the
Broome to
Perth Trip

You will have 21 days to drive from Broome to Perth. You’ll get to travel both down the coast and inland. There are many beautiful beaches with stunning turquoise waters – perfect for swimming, kayaking, snorkeling, and other water activities. On this trip, you will see dolphins from the beach in Monkey Mia, chase waterfalls and explore gorges in Karijini, see a pink lake, and hike to Natures Window in Kalbarri. However, the real highlight is the Ningaloo Reef which you will find off the coast of Exmouth. It rivals the Great Barrier Reef, but you don’t need a boat, just jump in from the beach for some world-class snorkelling.

Expect to get fit with lots of hiking, snorkelling and exercise as you appreciate the natural sights. This is a no-frills adventure – you’ll be setting up your own tents, cooking your own dinner and sharing your tent with one or two other people. The target age group is 18-35.

Things to note

Please note this is a minibus rental, not a guided tour. Therefore, the group share the rental and responsibility for a minibus, trailer and camping equipment. You essentially ‘rent your seat’ on the minibus!

We provide a recommended itinerary to help you. This includes recommendations for different places, camps and activities (like beaches, snorkel spots and hikes!).

We also teach you how to use the equipment before you leave, teach you how to attach, detach and pack the trailer. We also remain fully contactable during your trip for any questions.

You will rent your seat as either a ‘driver’ or ‘non-driver’. If you choose non-driver you must never drive.
Drivers can share driving and must be aged 21+.

The minibus seats 12, and anyone with a regular driver’s license can drive it.

Please bring your own water bottle and sleeping bag. However, limit your luggage to about 20kg – 1 big bag, and one day bag/small backpack. The trailer is full of all the camping equipment you need and has space for your bags.

You should also be prepared to free camp at least half the time!

inclusions and exclusions

Inclusions

  • Your Toyota Hiace Minibus, to drive to the places you choose (but not on 4WD roads!)
  • Fully equipped trailer with everything you need for camping, cooking, and fun
  • Consumables such as: toiler paper, oil, salt and pepper, gas, bin bags
  • Recommended itinerary (but you have freedom!)
  • Fuel consumption insurance with roadside assistance
  • Special discounts on activities
  • National Park Entries

Trip-specific Inclusions:

  • Snorkelling gear to explore the Ningaloo reef from Coral Bay and Cape Range National Park

Exclusions:

  • Accomodation: although you can choose to stay at plenty of free camps, or budget pay camps
  • Food: We will give you all the equipment you need to cook what you like!
  • Sleeping bag: bring your own for hygiene reasons
  • Monkey Mia Conservation fee
  • Guide: it’s just you and fellow ‘rentees’ driving this minibus. Enjoy!

about the bus and trailer

On this trip you will travel in a 12-seater Toyota Hiace Commuter with a custom-built trailer fully equipped with everything you need. All you need to drive the bus is a regular drivers license. You will have the option to sign up as a driver or non-driver when you book, although we do recommend signing up as a Driver if you can.

Broome to Perth
trip dates

START DATE END DATE PRICE NOTES
15/08/2025 04/09/2025 $1561

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01/10/2025 21/10/2025 $1561

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14/10/2025 03/11/2025 $1561

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Broome to Perth
backpacker
trip highlights

Karijini National Park

Explore the world famous Karijini National Park

Monkey Mia

Spot dolphins from the beach in Monkey Mia

The Ningaloo Reef

Snorkel the Ningaloo Reef off the coast

Broome

See a famous Cable Beach sunset and search for dinosaur footsteps

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our recommended itinerary

Day 1

Broome to 80 Mile Beach

Get on the bus with your new friends! Head over to a supermarket and do a big food shop together to prepare for the trip.

The first day starts with a drive to the incredible 80 Mile Beach. It is a very long beach but may not be safe to swim at because of crocodiles and sharks! However, It is famous for shell-collecting and fishing.

Enjoy a drink, cook a communal dinner and get to know your trip buddies.

Day 2

Marble Bar

Marble Bar is famous for being the hottest town in Australia. But don’t worry too much, it won’t be crazy hot yet.

When you drive here you get to see some real red Australia – make sure you stop at the pub for a beer. Fortunately, there are a lot of gorges and waterholes around. Visit these, you can also camp at some gorges.

Day 3

Marble Bar/Port Hedland

Spend the morning checking out some gorges in the Marble Bar area, before heading to Port Hedland.

Here you can visit the beach and buy any supplies you need before heading to Karijini.

Day 4-6

Karijini

Drive from Port Hedland to Karijini. It’s a long drive to Karijini, but once you are there you should set up a camp for a few nights.

There’s a lot to see. There are falls, swimming holes, hikes and incredible gorges. If you stop at a tourist information centre on the way you’ll be able to get some maps.

We can recommend Mount Bruce, Dales Gorge and Fortescue Falls but there are more beautiful sights to see – which are included in our guidebook!

Day 7

Karijini to Exmouth

Spend the morning hours in Karijini National Park before beginning the long drive to Exmouth.

We recommend setting up camp in a working station or a free camp before reaching Exmouth to chill out, and completing the last couple hours drive to Exmouth the following morning.

Day 8-9

Exmouth and Cape Range National Park

Cruise into Exmouth and check out the town and stock up on supplies and water.

Then enjoy your time in Cape Range National Park! It is an amazing place; camp here if you can! There is world-class snorkelling at oyster stacks.

Or you can visit one of the most beautiful beaches in existence – Turquoise Bay. There is also some nice hiking available at Yardie Creek and Charles Knife Canyon. You can also organise a tour to swim with the whale sharks or go diving.

Day 10-11

Coral Bay

Spend the morning enjoying the beaches and snorkelling of Cape Range before heading south to Coral Bay.

Coral Bay is a special place! It’s a small town with a beautiful beach. The most special part is that you can snorkel the Ningaloo Reef right off the coast! Stay here for a couple of nights.

Day 12

Carnarvon

Make the most of a morning in Coral Bay before driving to Carnarvon.

Stop by the impressive Quobba Blowholes first, and then go to town for a day and stock up on supplies. You can go see the farms in the area, pick up some mangoes and check out the boardwalk.

Day 13-14

Monkey Mia and Shark Bay World Heritage Area

Head towards Monkey Mia stopping at sights like Shell Beach, Eagle Bluff and the town of Denham on the way.

Monkey Mia is famous for being able to spot dolphins off the beach! Stay overnight at Monkey Mia. Laze by the beach, play games, and spot marine animals and wildlife during the day.

Day 15

Shark Bay World Heritage area and Hamelin Pool

Explore what you haven’t seen of the Shark Bay area: perhaps have a picnic at Little Lagoon.

Head towards a stop at Hamelin Pool for the night. You can see stromatolites here.

Day 16

Kalbarri

Kalbarri is famous for its gorge, beautiful views and walks. Nature’s Window is well-known, but don’t stop there! Do one or two of the hikes, and walk down to the gorge, perhaps go swimming.

Day 17

Kalbarri and Hutt Lagoon

Spend some more time in Kalbarri and do the walks around the sea cliffs.

As you leave, go check out Hutt Lagoon. It’s a pink lake! Crazy.

Also, there is a guy who started his own sovereign nation nearby. Go check it out to get your passport stamped and meet a king.

Day 18

Geraldton and Ellendale Pool

Head to Geraldton to collect food and supplies and explore the town.

There are some nice animal parks here, as well as an old haunted homestead.

Just south of the town you can see the very beautiful Ellendale Pool. You can stop here for a swim or a walk, and even camp here.

Day 19

Greenhead and Jurien Bay

Spend a day beachside! As you head south you can visit Dynamite Bay near Greenhead where there are good picnic facilities and nice coastal walking trails.

If you continue heading south you’ll reach Jurien Bay where you’ll have the opportunity to snorkel with sea lions!

There is also a fantastic beach camp at Sandy Cape where you can also snorkel.

Day 20

Pinnacles and Lancelin

View the world-famous Pinnacles at Cervantes! They look like something from another world.

Then head south to Lancelin to play on giant sand dunes and go sandboarding, kayaking or swimming.

Day 21

Yanchep and Perth

Day 21 we head to Perth. Stop by Yanchep on the way to see koalas and kangaroos.

When you arrive in Perth, enjoy the rest of your day with your new mates. There’s plenty to see – Kings Park, beaches at Cottesloe, the markets in Fremantle.

Clean up the minibus and enjoy a beer with your new mates in a hostel. That’s the end of the trip!

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