Broome to Perth road trip for backpackers
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!
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. 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.
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, snorkelling, 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 Nature’s 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. 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
inclusions and exclusions
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.
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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.
our recommended itinerary
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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