4 Day Monkey Mia Tour

The Monkey Mia Dolphin Tour offers a relaxing and immersive way to explore Australia’s breathtaking coastline and unique marine wildlife. Designed for all ages, this comfort-level touring experience takes you on a leisurely journey, allowing ample time to soak in the stunning landscapes and enjoy close encounters with nature. Over the course of four days, you’ll travel at a relaxed pace, making it the perfect getaway for families, friends, or anyone looking to unwind while exploring the pristine beaches and fascinating wildlife of Western Australia.

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DEPARTS
8:00 am
RETURNS
6:30 pm
Days
4
PRICE from
$1590 AUD
$1352 AUD

Operates

SAT

Touring Route

Trip Style
Comfort
Language
English
Age Restriction
From 12 years old
Group Size
Max 16 people

Highlights

  • Experience our premium Monkey Mia’s tour with beautiful beaches and wild resident dolphins

  • Wander through the ancient rock formations of the Pinnacles Desert in Nambung National Park

  • Stunning hikes/walks with an abundance of wildlife, sea turtles, dugongs, emus and more.

  • Uncover the natural wonders of Kalbarri National Park which includes The Skywalk and Nature’s Window.

  • Visit the extraordinary and unique pink lake near the coast of the Indian Ocean

  • Take a stroll along Shell Beach made from millions of tiny cockle shells

  • Stop in at the stunning HMAS Sydney War memorial and enjoy the view of Geraldton

  • Lunch in the beautiful seaside town of Cervantes at the Famous Lobster Shack.

Trip Inclusions

  • 3 Nights’ private or shared resort/motel room – with ensuite (Kalbarri, Monkey Mia, and Geraldton)

  • Includes: 3 x Continental breakfast, 1 x Lunch

  • Admission to 3 National Parks

  • Dolphin experience fees

  • Lobster Shack Factory Tour

  • Guided walks (~4.5km total)

  • Australian wildlife sightings, in the wild!

  • Hosted by an experienced driver-guide

  • Air-conditioned mini-coach travel

  • Comprehensive local tour commentary

  • Selected Perth pick-up/drop-offs points

What to Bring

  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Your sense of adventure
  • Waterproof rain jacket
  • Water bottle &/or Camelbak (2L minimum)
  • Comfortable walking or hiking shoes
  • Swimmers and beach towel
  • Hand sanitiser and insect repellent
  • Hat and sunscreen
  • Torch or headlight
  • Snacks for the bus in your day bag
  • Thermals, bed socks, warm clothes, hot water bottle (Oct–Nov, Mar–Apr)
  • Reusable facemasks
  • Money for snacks and meals

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Trip Itinerary

Day 1: Perth – Kalbarri

Discover for yourself what makes this part of Australia so special by joining our Coastal Loop tour from Perth to Monkey Mia. We head to the World Heritage Listed gateways of Kalbarri and Shark Bay, with accessible wildlife such as dolphins playing in the surf at Monkey Mia and eye-opening rock formations, you’ll be blown away by what we’ve managed to fit into this trip.

Our coastal loop adventure begins by travelling up the Indian Ocean Drive to Geraldton. After enjoying lunch in this seaside city, we venture further up the coast to The Hutt Lagoon Pink Lake. Then, it’s onto the stunning coast just south of Kalbarri, taking a leisurely walk between the Natural Bridge and Castle Cove. Enjoy an Overnight stay in the sleepy seaside town of Kalbarri, where the Murchison River flows out into the Indian Ocean.

Meals: n/a.
AccomKalbarri Edge Resort Private or Shared Studio Rooms (with ensuite) or similar alternative.
Driving Distance575km.
Hike Distance2.5km.

Day 2: Kalbarri – Monkey Mia

Start early to catch a glimpse of the Murchison Gorge, Nature’s Window, and the Kalbarri Skywalk in Kalbarri National Park, where water has carved its way through sandstone. Witness bright pops of colour here during the wildflower season (spring). Visit the well-known Billabong Roadhouse for lunch and refreshments (at guests’ expense), an iconic landmark that has been serving visitors to Western Australia since 1962. From here, we visit the remarkable Shell Beach and take a stroll along a beach made entirely of tiny shells. At Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort, we will stay right on the beach with resident dolphins living close by, within the World Heritage Listed area known as Shark Bay. You can hire a Kayak and go for a paddle (optional extra), relax on the beach or at the resort, or look for turtlesdugongsemus, and kangaroos that live here.

MealsBreakfast.
AccomRAC Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort Private or Shared Standard Rooms (with ensuite) or similar alternative.
Driving Distance450km.
Hike Distance3km.

Day 3: Monkey Mia – Geraldton

This morning, we will meet with the famous Monkey Mia dolphins and get some up close and amazing photos. The Dolphin experience finishes at 9 am. Afterwards, you have free time to enjoy the beaches of Monkey Mia or alternatively head out on a wildlife cruise looking at dugongsturtlessharkssea snakesstingrayssea birds, and fish (at guests’ own expense; pre-bookings required). For customers not going on the cruise, we gather at 11 am and head to Eagle Bluff to look for sharks and turtles before heading back into Denham to explore the foreshore area and have lunch. Departing Denham at 1.30 pm, we head for Geraldton with stops at the Overlander Road House and Galena Bridge for a photo opportunity. Upon our arrival at Geraldton after 6-6:30 pm, we will spend a final night by the seaside.

MealsBreakfast.
AccomHospitality Geraldton Motel Private or Shared Standard Rooms (with ensuite) or similar alternative.
OptionalsSailing Cruises or Local Cultural Tour (speak with your tour guide on day1 to book an afternoon experience).
Driving Distance385km.
Hike Distance1km.

Day 4: Geraldton – Perth

Enjoy the HMAS Sydney Memorial with stunning views of Geraldton. Visit the Point Moore Lighthouse in Geraldton. On to Port Denison with a walk along the foreshore and to the lookout. Then head back along the Indian Ocean road with a stop in the town of Jurien Bay with a walk along the Jetty. Then we travel to the lovely little seaside town of Cervantes to our fabulous lunch option at the WA famous Lobster shack, then on to a guided tour through their Lobster factory. On to the amazing Nambung National Park to wander around the strange and eerie Pinnacles Desert. Kick back and relax on the bus for the last stretch, taking in the last coastal views of the scenic countryside before making our way back towards Perth, with drop-off starting around 6.30 pm.

MealsBreakfastLunch.
Driving Distance465km.
Hike Distance2km.

*Autopia Tours reserves the right to alter the route or itinerary stops during seasonal weather fluctuations and/or during park closures.

Tour Details
  • Tour Code: MM4-B / MM4-S / MM4-P
  • Operates: Saturdays
  • Departs: 8:00am
  • Returns: 18:30pm
  • 3 Nights’ accommodation (motel/resort)
  • Meals 3 x continental breakfast, 1 x lunch
  • Visit to Lobster Shack Factory
  • Dolphin experience fees
  • Guided walks (~4.5km total)
  • Hosted by an experienced driver-guide
  • Air-conditioned small-group touring

Route details

Our central meeting point for this tour will be outside the front of the Criterion Hotel, 560 Hay St, Perth @ 8:00am.

  • 7:20 – Mantra on Hay Perth, 201 Hay St, East Perth.
  • 7:20 – Quality Hotel Ambassador Perth, 196 Adelaide Terrace, Perth.
  • 7:25 – Pan Pacific Perth, 207 Adelaide Terrace, Perth.
  • 7:35 – Parmelia Hilton Perth, 14 Mill St, Perth.
  • 7:45 – Rendezvous Hotel Perth Central, 24 Mount St, Perth.
  • 8:00 – Criterion Hotel, 560 Hay St, Perth (main meeting point)
  • 8:10 – Hostel G, 80 Stirling St, Perth.
  • 8:15 – DoubleTree Hilton Perth, 100 James St, Northbridge.
  • 8:20 – Spinners Backpackers – 342 Newcastle St Perth.
  • 8:40 – Whitfords Train Station, Station Entrance, Kingsley.

*Please arrive 5-10 mins prior to your nominated pickup location and time, so as not to delay or miss your tour. We ask you to wait outside the front of the hotel and not inside the foyer.

At Autopia Tours, we actively promote the protection of flora and fauna on our Western Australian Tours. It is our duty to ensure there is minimal disturbance to this World  Heritage Listed region and the species that call it home. Cultural sensitivity and respect for traditional owners should also be shown at all times.

Part of our responsibility is educating guests on minimal impact practices and the importance of ensuring the safety of wildlife and the environmental sustainability of the destinations we visit.

Learn more about EcoTourism: https://www.ecotourism.org.au/

Traditional Owners

Autopia Tours would like to begin by paying our respects to the traditional owners of this country, with specific acknowledgement to the Wurundjeri people. Please be conscious and respectful of the sensitivities of indigenous culture and the spiritual connection they have with the land at all times.

Wildlife Encounters

The natural behaviours of wildlife are to be respected and not interfered with. When viewing wildlife, people should take care to avoid rapid or sudden movements, which could frighten the animal, and should keep noise to a minimum and refrain from touching, petting or feeding all wildlife including birds. Contact with people can introduce diseases to wildlife and can cause them to become aggressive.

Wildlife should not be handled or fed, unless by certified wildlife handlers. Feeding wildlife can alter their natural foraging behaviour and can lead to disease or illness through contact with people and the introduction of foods that are harmful to their digestive system. Feeding wildlife can also cause them to become aggressive toward people.

Wildlife that appears to be in distress, injured or in danger should be reported immediately to the appropriate authority, such as your Guide/Tour Leader, a National Park Ranger or Visitor Centre Staff.

Protecting our National Parks

People should remain on designated walking tracks, behind safety barriers/fences and follow all directions given by the guide/tour leader. Venturing off these can alter fragile ecosystems and can harm wildlife shelters and native vegetation. There are other dangers to be aware of too, such as cliff edges, unstable rock formations, overhanging tree branches and slippery ground cover. Remaining on tracks ensures safe visitation for guests and the environment.

No flora or fauna should be removed from their natural setting. This includes dead wood, fallen leaves, flowers and so forth, as they form part of the ecosystem of the region and their removal could cause a disturbance.

Waste Management

All buses are fitted with waste bins. No organic waste should be disposed of onto the ground. Although organic, items such as banana peels, apple cores, bread and other food scraps, are not natural/native to the region and can introduce pest species, diseases or harm to wildlife if found and eaten. We recommend all passengers bring a water bottle with you on our Grampians Tour. Purchasing bottled water contributes large amounts of plastic into the landfill. Therefore, we ask guests to bring their own bottle, as there is access to water refill stations available on our vehicles. Please ensure you stay hydrated throughout the tour to reduce the risk of sun exposure and dehydration.

First Aid

All our guides carry a current Level 2 First Aid certificate. Please report any accident or illness to your tour guide. We recommend anyone with an existing medical condition to carry their medication with them on tour and to notify their tour guide at the beginning of the tour.

If you are a smoker! We ask you to refrain from smoking whilst in the company of other passengers and limit it to designated smoking areas. Smoking is not permitted on any of our vehicles, or in any type of accommodation including permanent campsites. We make frequent ‘comfort stops’ to allow free time for guests but cannot guaranteed smoke breaks. Please ensure you dispose of your cigarette butt responsibly and appropriately.

What is a suitable age for this tour?

Child policy for this tour is 6 years old and over, due to the nature of this tour, it’s not suitable for infants or children 5 years and under. Children aged between 6 to 17 years old are required to stay in standard private accommodation and must be accompanied by a legal guardian or adult.

How much luggage can I bring on tour?

We ask that guests travelling on short break/extended tours bring small soft overnight bags and hand luggage only as we have limited storage onboard our vehicles. Large suitcases and oversized luggage can be left at your Perth hotel whilst you are on tour. This tour is not suitable for anyone who requires the use of a mobility aid, wheelchair, walker, and or stroller.

How fit do I need to be for this tour?

A moderate level of fitness is required to complete the walks. Walks can be up to 2-2.5km in length per day, often over steep and rocky sections and in direct sunlight. Embarking on walks will be at the guide’s discretion to ensure the safety of guests.  Therefore a medium/high level of fitness is required and a doctor’s certificate is required for people over 70 years (30-days prior to travel).

Could you please provide me with a list of the accommodations we will be staying in?

We support several accommodation providers along Australia’s coral coast given the limited options available.

Night 1 – Kalbarri Edge Resort Private or Shared Studio Rooms (with ensuite)
Night 2 – RAC Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort Private or Shared Standard Rooms (with ensuite)
Night 3 – Hospitality Geraldton Motel Private or Shared Standard Rooms (with ensuite)

This trip has a fixed number of rooms allocated with each property, in the event we are not able to use our normal accommodation we will try to find a like-for-like substitute property.  Solo travellers who book separately into Shared Accommodation will be paired with another solo traveller in a twin share room, where possible of the same gender but not guaranteed.

Do you cater to special dietary requirements?

Yes, please notify us if you have any dietary requirements or medical conditions at the time of booking, or at least a few days prior to departure, that way we can make any necessary arrangements.

Are National Park fees included in the tour cost?

Autopia Tours includes Parks Australia fees within the tour price, this covers our guests for 3 x National Parks which include Nambung, Kalbarri, and Monkey Mia Conservation. Park Passes are not available for purchase by guests not traveling onboard our tours.

What kind of vehicle do we travel in for this Perth to Monkey Mia tour?

We use 24-seater Mitsubishi Rosa mini-buses for this trip, this vehicle makes moving people easy, safe, and comfortable. With high back seats and large windows for unobstructed views. The maximum number of passengers we carry on this 4-Day tour is 20 people, with a minimum requirement of 8 people to guarantee the departure.

What is the weather/temperature like in Western Australia?

The weather in Western Australia can fluctuate and be extreme at times. It is not unheard of for temperatures to reach over 40+ degrees Celsius during the day and in the evening the temperature drops dramatically. Please ensure you have checked the average temperatures for the time of year you are travelling and have packed adequate clothing. In the event of rain or inclement weather, your experience will still go ahead, unless contacted by the provider.

Do I require travel insurance for Western Australia?

It is recommended that all passengers have personal travel insurance, given we’re actively exploring remote parts of the west coast of Australia with limited access to health professionals in the event of sickness or injury.  Autopia Tours is not authorised to provide information on the type of plan or policy options available. This can be provided by an accredited local travel agent or from your preferred insurance company.

What is your Vaccination Policy?

In accordance with current Government regulations, it is no longer a requirement to be double vaccinated, although we do highly recommend it.

Our COVID Statement

For your safety, we have implemented comprehensive hygiene measures and increased regular sanitation. Temperature checks of all staff will be conducted pre-departure, with disposable face masks and hand-sanitizer provided. For more information click here.

Our Contract

All bookings are made with Get Lost Travel Pty Ltd (ABN 94 143 929 962). By making a booking, you agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions. Your booking is considered confirmed upon receipt of your booking confirmation and/or invoice.

These Terms & Conditions are valid from 1 August 2025 until 31 March 2027, though dates and itineraries remain subject to change at any time.

Accredited Bus Number: AC003612.

Booking Confirmations & Enquiries

All bookings must be confirmed within 72 hours of departure via email to [email protected]

Before You Book

Please ensure you:

  • Understand the style, itinerary and physical demands of your chosen tour.
  • Familiarise yourself with these Terms & Conditions and tour details.
  • Disclose any medical conditions, dietary requirements or special needs.

We are not responsible for passengers who fail to review this information prior to travel.

Traveller Responsibilities
  • Travellers are required to comply with all relevant government regulations (Federal, State and Territory).
  • All cancellation requests must be submitted in writing. In exceptional cases (e.g. serious medical issues, visa denials, or regulatory changes), requests may be considered with supporting documentation. Approval is not guaranteed.
  • To ensure the safety of all passengers, if you are feeling unwell during your tour, you must notify your guide immediately.
  • If you choose to leave a tour early or join after it has commenced, no refund will be provided and any additional costs incurred due to late arrival or early departure remain your responsibility.
Traveller Information

To confirm your booking, you must provide:

  • Full name and contact details.
  • Email address and dietary restrictions (if applicable).
  • Nationality, country of origin or Australian postcode.
  • Pre-existing medical conditions that may affect your travel.
  • For Comfort Style Tours including domestic flight, passport details (or government-issued photo ID for Australian citizens) are required. Failure to provide this may result in missed flights and additional costs.

Please see our Privacy Policy for information on how we manage your personal data.

Special Requirements

Please advise us at the time of booking or no later than 7 days before departure of any:

  • Medical conditions.
  • Dietary requirements / food allergies.
  • Mobility or accessibility needs.

We will do our best to accommodate but cannot guarantee all requests, especially in remote regions. We recommend bringing your own snacks for special dietary needs.

Travel Insurance

We strongly recommend all travellers obtain comprehensive travel insurance at the time of booking.

Insurance should include cover for:

  • Medical emergencies and repatriation (recommended minimum AUD $300,000 or USD $200,000).
  • Personal accident, illness, loss of property and liability.
  • Tour cancellation, flight delays and force majeure disruption.

Travel insurance is mandatory for all Comfort Style Tours. Proof of cover will be requested before departure. If you do not provide adequate cover, you may be refused travel and cancellation fees will apply.

If relying on credit card insurance, please bring policy number, insurer’s name and emergency contact details.

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FAQ

When is the time to observe the dolphins at Monkey Mia?

The Monkey Mia dolphins are essential subjects for researchers studying their ecology, genetics, and social structures. Rangers feed the dolphins thrice each morning, between 07:45 and 12 midday.

Is Monkey Mia worth visiting?

Absolutely! Monkey Mia in Shark Bay offers a variety of activities for those who enjoy beaches, water sports, and relaxation. It is a popular destination worth visiting.

Can you swim with dolphins at Monkey Mia?

Boating, swimming, and fishing are not allowed in the dolphin experience area to ensure the dolphins can visit undisturbed and to allow Parks and Wildlife Service rangers to monitor their health.

When is the time to visit Monkey Mia?

The recommended time to visit Monkey Mia is early Summer (December to February) for optimal weather conditions.

Is snorkeling allowed in Monkey Mia?

Monkey Mia Beach provides a suitable spot for novice snorkelers due to its tranquil waters.

Which species of dolphin can be found at Monkey Mia?

The dolphins at Monkey Mia are classified as Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphins, a sub-species of the common bottlenose dolphin.

Is it safe to swim in Shark Bay?

Swimming in Shark Bay is generally considered safe, although the waters can be calm in winter despite the current influences of warm Leeuwin.

Which species of sharks can be found in Monkey Mia?

Monkey Mia is the primary location for significant Tiger Shark behavioural research, with over 500 tiger sharks being tagged and released in the last five years.

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