Details
- The Pinnacles Day Trip provides an opportunity to explore Western Australia’s unique natural wonders, including the desert landscape of the Pinnacles.
- The trip includes visits to Yanchep Lavender Farm to sample lavender-based products and the coastal town of Cervantes, famous for its lobster fisheries.
- Visitors can walk along the Lake Thetis boardwalk to view the ancient Stromatolites while taking in the region’s diverse plant and animal life.
Highlights
- Experience the scents of Yanchep Lavender Farm, with morning tea included.
- Visit Nambung National Park and see the Pinnacles Desert and limestone formations.
- Enjoy your gourmet lunch at the popular Lobster Shack (not including the price).
- Visit Lake Thetis Stromatolites, the oldest living freshwater fossils on earth in their extreme saltwater environment
- Hear about local Aboriginal history and creation stories
*Autopia Tours maintains the right to modify the tour route or schedule due to seasonal weather changes and/or park closures.
What you can actually see
Full Itinerary
Join us on a Pinnacles Day Tour and explore some of the most stunning natural regions along the West Coast. Enjoy a one-day getaway to Western Australia’s most impressive natural wonders as you leave city life behind. Our journey includes a special stop at the Yanchep lavender farm, where you can indulge in delicious lavender products like ice cream, scones, and cheesecake at their cafe.
For lunch, we head to Cervantes, home of the famous Lobster Shack. Here, you can choose from their menu and savor delicious WA seafood complemented by a refreshing beverage while enjoying the beautiful coastal scenery. After lunch, take a stroll along the Lake Thetis boardwalk to see the world’s oldest living fossils, the Stromatolites. Explore the region’s abundant flora and fauna, wandering through a kaleidoscope of wildflowers such as banksias, bottlebrush, heath, grass trees, and kangaroo paws, all vibrant when in season.
Once refreshed by the sea air, we’ll journey to Nambung National Park to witness the remarkable Pinnacles Desert. These thousands of limestone pillars rise eerily out of the desert, and there are many theories about their formation, including petrified trees, seashells, or ancient lava fields submerged millions of years ago. We’ll visit the visitor information centre to learn more about these structures before walking a few hundred metres to see them up close. After taking in the sights and scents of Australia’s west coast, we’ll return to Perth around 7 p.m.
Meals: Morning tea is included, while lunch is not provided.
Driving Distance: 420 km
Walking Distance: Approximately 1-2 km
*A moderate level of fitness is required to complete the walks.
Additional information
Inclusions
- Expert-led Pinnacles walk
- Admission to Yanchep Lavender Farm
- Local delicacies included as snacks
- Entry fees to a National Park
- Accompanied by a knowledgeable driver-guide
- Travel in an air-conditioned minibus
- Detailed commentary on local attractions
- Selected pick-up and drop-off points in central Perth
Exclusions
- Any meals not indicated in the itinerary
- Personal travel insurance is highly recommended
- Hotel transfers pre/post tour itinerary
- Personal expenses
Pickup times and locations
In order to maximise the sunset experience, this tour’s departure time changes throughout the year.
Our central meeting point for this tour will be Criterion Hotel, 560 Hay St, Perth. Guests are to be waiting outside the main gates on Cavenagh Street for collection.
- 13:00 (Oct, Mar-Apr)
- 13:30 (Nov, Feb)
- 14:00 (Dec-Jan)
- 12:30 (May, Sep)
- 12:00 (Jun-Aug)
- 9:35 – Mantra on Hay Perth – 201 Hay St East Perth
- 9:40 – Pan Pacific Perth – 207 Adelaide Terrace Perth
- 9:40 – The Westin Perth – 480 Hay St Perth
- 9:45 – Parmelia Hilton Perth – 14 Mill St Perth
- 9:50 – Rendezvous Hotel Perth Central – 24 Mount St, Perth
- 10:00 – Criterion Hotel – 560 Hay St, Perth
- 10:10 – Hostel G – 80 Stirling St, Perth
- 10:15 – Billabong Backpackers – 381 Beaufort St, Highgate
- 10:20 – DoubleTree Hilton Perth – 100 James St Northbridge
If you are still looking for your desired pickup location, please contact our office for a comprehensive list of sites.
It is highly advisable to arrive at your pickup location at least 10 minutes before the scheduled departure time. Please remain calm and patient if your bus runs a few minutes behind schedule. If your bus has not arrived within 10 minutes of the scheduled departure time, kindly contact our office at 03 9393 1300.
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Need to bring
- Water Bottle - 2L
- Hiking shoes (recommended)
- Hat, sunscreen, sunglasses
- Prescribed medications
- Camera
- All-weather clothing
- A sense of adventure!
Important Notes
- This tour will only depart if we have 8 passengers or more. We will wait until one week before departure to cancel if minimum numbers aren’t met.
- The itinerary may be subject to change due to cultural reasons, seasonal weather changes, operational logistics and accessibility.
- The minimum age requirements for this tour is 6 years old. This trip is not suitable for children under 6 years of age.
- Please email our Reservations Team ([email protected]) at least 48 hours prior to departure to confirm pick-up location and time.
- Travel Insurance is highly recommended.
- Remember to double-check your exciting tour plans with the tour operator! Just ring them at 03 9393 1300 within seven days of your departure.
- Before you embark on your adventure, let the tour perform the operator's pre-existing medical conditions.
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FAQ
Are there age restrictions on the tour for kids?
This small group day trip from Perth is open to families with children aged 6 years and up. You can visit the Pinnacles, try lobster, and go to a lavender farm.
Does transportation include to and from the departure location?
For Perth, we have chosen pickup points within the city. Choose one among them and go by yourself to this place of departure/arrival.
Is there much walking involved?
The journey will consist of some moderate walks, especially in the Pinnacles Desert and at the lavender farm. The overall distance walked amounts to about 1-2 km.
How long does the trip take?
The day trip usually lasts for about 10 hours, starting in the morning and ending in the afternoon. This allows guests time to explore the Pinnacles during favourable parts of the day and have a leisurely lunch.
What are the current safety rules?
Every guide is trained in first aid, and the itinerary of expeditions is planned with participants’ safety as a priority. Additionally, we make sure that all locations are easily reachable and visitor-friendly.
