World Heritage Walking Tour
3 Day Walking Tour
Australia’s last sunset cultural walks across two world heritage national parks
Learn the cultural story about ancient creation of Wilybidi (Francois Peron National Park) and Wirruwanna (Dirk Hartog Island National Park). Come with us on an adventure like no other as we take the road less travelled.
World Heritage Walking Tour Overview
Itinerary
Day one – Wulyibidi Sunset Walk
- Pick up at 12:30pm in Denham
- Drive to Skipjack Point (50km) for Francois Peron Sunset Walking Tour
- Walk from Skipjack Lookout to Cape Peron on Wanamalu Trail (1.5km) exploring stunning coastline and wildlife, learn about local Aboriginal culture and history
- Afternoon tea at Cape Peron (shelter and toilet available)
- Walk from Cape Peron to Bottle Bay along the coast (7km approx.), spot wildlife, explore spectacular natural landscapes
- Drive from Bottle Bay to Peron Homestead (40km) for a relaxing ‘artesian hot tub’ followed by a BBQ dinner
- Return to Denham at 8:00pm
Day two – Wirruwanna Walk
- 8:00am boat transfer from Denham to Dirk Hartog Island
- Morning tea at ‘The Inscription ‘ – Australia’s most remote beach café
- Tour of the old shearing shed, learn about European landing, early station life and the Return to 1616 nature conservation program
- 4WD transfer to the spectacular Blow Holes, embark on a coastal walk along the majestic limestone cliffs (8km approx.)
- Arrive at Herald Heights for a truly unique sundowner experience overlooking Australia’s last sunset including nibbles and drinks
- 4WD transfer back to the Eco-Lodge, dinner and check into your ensuite room overlooking the ocean
- Didgeridoo Dreaming Night Tour – sit under the stars by the warmth of campfire and listen to ancient sound of the didgeridoo, stargazing
Day three - Island Marine Safari
- Breakfast and barista made coffee at the Eco-Lodge (from 7am)
- A Marine Safari exploring the waters of Shark Bay (10:00am – 3:30pm), look out for dugongs, turtles, whales, sharks and dolphins
- Picnic lunch at a secluded bay of Dirk Hartog Island
- Return to Eco-Lodge before heading back to Denham
- Arrive back at Denham at 5:30pm
What's Included
About The Locations
Two amazing sunset walks through the spectacular landscapes of two world class national parks.
See this saltwater paradise through Aboriginal eyes to get a cultural immersion and local perspective on what these places of significance mean to local Nhanda and Malgana People. Meander your way through diverse landscapes from rolling red sand dunes from the desert to white sandy beaches in Wulyibidi (Francois Peron) to majestic rugged coastal limestone cliffs of Wirruwana (Dirk Hartog Island). Both national parks were once active pastoral stations. However, today they are both under world renowned conservation projects - Project Eden and Return to 1616. Learn about the projects and how this Country is healing through conservation.
This easy walking tour is suitable for most fitness levels.
Tour Details
Availability: Tours run once a month from April to October,
Departure: Pick up/drop off to your accommodation