The Ultimate Perth 14-Day Road Trip You Need To Try

Are you heading to Perth and want a long road trip you can sink your teeth into? We have the perfect option for you! A spectacular fourteen-day road trip that takes you from Perth to Broome could be your next adventure. Each trip stop is filled with magic, beautiful places to eat and drink, and plenty of opportunities for adventure. Does it sound like the dream road trip? Then, take a look at all the stops on this 3200km trip.
Day 1 – Perth to Geraldton
Your journey starts with a five-hour drive to Geraldton, leaving Perth behind and heading towards beautiful national parks, stunning landscapes, and great photo opportunities. At this point of your trip, we recommend stopping and seeing:
- The Pinnacles Desert in Geraldton’s Nambung National Parl
- The Leaning Trees along the road to Geraldton
Day 2 – Geraldton to Kalbarri
A shorter two-hour drive awaits you today, which gives you plenty of time to explore the road to Kalbarri. As you stop, take advantage of walking trails, stunning views, and beautiful colours. We recommend stopping at:
- Pink Lake – to see pink-coloured water and stunning views
- Kalbarri National Park – where you see views of the Murchison River
Day 3 – Kalbarri to Shark Bay
You have a longer four-hour drive today to Shark Bay. Now is the time to stop and enjoy local beaches and seaside towns, sampling seafood and exploring small boutique shops. Make time for:
- Shell Beach for a dip in the ocean and see the only beach in the world covered in shells
- Denham to enjoy swimming beaches, seafood restaurants, and a golf course
Day 4 – Rest Day
Enjoy a rest day at Francois Peron National Park, where you can explore many beautiful spots, including sandy beaches and swimming holes. You can also find campgrounds to stop here and plenty of BBQ spots near the Big Lagoon.
Day 5 – Shark Bay to Coral Bay
It’s time for a long five-hour and thirty-minute drive to Coral Bay, allowing you to enjoy even more beaches on your journey to Broome. You have plenty of opportunities to pull over and explore, too, including:
- Monkey Mia, where you can enjoy wildflowers and wild dolphins
- Coral Bay Beach – where you can enjoy water sports and see the sunset
Day 6 – Coral Bay to Exmouth
A short two-hour drive will take you to Exmouth, where you can enjoy more stunning views of the ocean and gorgeous towns to explore. Break your day up with the following stops:
- Town Beach to spend the day relaxing with views of the ocean
- Vlamingh Head Lighthouse for panoramic views of the ocean
Day 7 – Cape Range National Park
Another short drive today, but it’s worth stopping at Cape Range National Park to spend the day. There are lots of places to explore in the National Park, and we recommend visiting:
- Turquoise Bay to enjoy reef sharks, turtles, and plenty of fish
- Mandu Mandu Gorge for a stunning walking trail that shows you plenty of wildlife
Day 8 – Exmouth to Karijini
You have a long eight-hour drive ahead of you today, so make sure you pull over for regular rest. Apart from Tom Price, the highest town in Western Australia, there aren’t many points of interest along the way. There is a visitor centre and places to grab snacks and other essentials for the rest of your trip.
Day 9 – 12 – Karinjini National Park
Karinjini National Park will take up the next chunk of your road trip. You will travel 1500km to this park, with plenty of opportunities to stop and enjoy fantastic walking trails and beauty spots. We don’t think you should rush this part of your trip, as there is so much to see and do, including:
Day 9
- Hamersley Gorge
- Joffre and Knox Gorges
Day 10
- Oxer and Junction Pool Lookouts
- Weano and Hancock Gorges
Day 11
- Dales Gorge
Day 12
- Mount Bruce
Day 13 – Karijini to Eighty Mile Beach
After your days of exploring the National Park, it is a six-and-a-half-hour drive to Eighty Mile Beach, where you can enjoy white sand and crystal clear water. To break the long drive up, make sure you stop at:
- Dalgety House Museum to learn more about the town’s history
- Eighty Mile Beach to enjoy some restaurants, bars, and the sunset
Day 14 – Eighty Mile Beach to Broome
A final four-hour drive takes you to your destination of Broome. There are good places to stop along the drive, or you can push through and reach Broome for relaxation and dinner at unique restaurants. If you do stop, we recommend:
- Port Smith Lagoon to explore some walking trails
- Cable beach for camel rides and sunsets
Start Your Roadtrip From Perth Today
Now that you plan your road trip, it’s time to bring the dream to reality. You can find deals on campervan rental in Perth here to hire a campervan at the best price and tick all these spots off your bucket list.
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