4-Day Small Group Backpacker Bus Tour • Exmouth to Broome

Exmouth to Broome Tour – Karijini & Broome Adventure

Travel with the Why Not Bus family on our Exmouth to Broome backpacker tour — a 4-day small group tour that’s social, laid-back, and run by a passionate local team.

No Rush

4 Days = More Gorges

Backpacker Vibes

Meet Mates, Not Tourists

Relaxed Pace

Skip the 5am Starts

Locally Run

Small Team • Personal Touch

Exmouth • Karijini • Broome

Upcoming Tours

16th Mar | Nearly Sold Out
13th Apr | Available
11th May | Available

4 DAYS | 3 NIGHTS

From AU$999

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Experience the Real West Coast with Why Not Bus!

Why is Our Exmouth to Broome Tour the Best on the West?

Our Exmouth to Broome tours are fully guided and take you to one of the most beautiful places in the world! Let us take you through the stunning landscapes rugged outback of the Pilbara

Looking for an authentic West Australian experience with a more laid back vibe? Want to spend more time out of the bus than in? Of course you do, we know we do! That’s why our tours are longer than others, we don’t want to feel rushed and neither should you!

Join the Why Not Bus Family!

We know how cliche that sounds but it’s true! Whether you start the tour as a solo traveller or come on as a couple or group your going to finish of with a new little family. This trip is all about shared experiences.

We’re a small, passionate team running just one Perth to Broome tour each month, ensuring all our energy is focused on making your trip unforgettable. Whether you’re on a gap year, working holiday or just want to see the best parts of WA on a budget — this is the tour for you!

the perfect west coast Itinerary? We think so!

Day 1 – Exmouth to Cheela Plains

Today we are traveling inland to the red earthed heart of the Pilbara on our way to Karijini. Keep an eye out the window for wildlife and maybe even a cheeky dingo.

We are in our tents tonight for our stay at the beautiful and remote Cheela Plains campsite for another authentic Aussie station stay. A working cattle station with spectacular gorges and pools to explore, the perfect definition of an Outback Oasis! Did somebody say ‘Bus Family dinner night!’.

We’re on the road for a bit over 5 hours today to do the 460km drive from Exmouth to Cheela Plains.

Day 11 – Karijini National Park

This morning we are back on the road and visiting the one and only, Karijini National Park! It’s like stepping into another world when you look out at the Hamersley Ranges and visit the 2,500 million year old gorges within. Hike down to the waterfalls and natural fresh water holes for a refreshing swim and soak it all in, You’ve made it!

Today we’re exploring and hiking into Knox gorge, Weano Gorge, Hancock Gorge and into Kermits Pool. We also check out Oxers, Junction Pool & Jofre lookouts.

Tonight we are staying in hostel accomodation at the tourist park in the little iron ore mining town of Tom Price situated in the heart of the Pilbara.

With close to 300km to travel today expect roughly 3.5hrs of driving. Karijini National Park is where we tackle our longest and most difficult hikes over a lot of uneven terrain and lower grip surfaces. A reasonable level of fitness is required to cover the 5.5km hiked today. If you do feel like you are unable to or would like to sit out one of the hikes let your guide know. It’s also important to know that Karijini is very susceptible to flash flooding and weather conditions can cause parts of the park to close and we will be unable to access them. If that happens we will do our best to provide alternative locations around Karijini and Tom Price to visit.

Day 12 – Karijini National Park

Today we explore more of Karijini National parks natural wonders and visit Dales Gorge starting with a hike down and along the bottom of the gorge to Fortescue Falls and the famous Fern Pool. Once we have finished exploring dales we head back to the bus for lunch before heading to Auski Roadhouse to get our Bus to finish our Perth to Broome adventure.

This afternoon we say goodbye to the group heading back to Perth and start our journey up to Broome. This next section of the tour is unguided and involves taking the included Integrity Coach from to South Port Hedland before a bus transfer onto the night bus to Broome.

Bus times are – Bus 1 (5.05pm-8.25pm), Bus 2 (11.35-6.55). Wifi and food are available at bus pickup locations and during the transfer time.

Day 13 – Broome

Today, on the final day of the trip you continue the journey to Broome, a beautiful pearling town on the northwest coast of Western Australia. After catching those well deserved ZZZ’s on the coach wake up to the sunshine and palm trees outside your window as you head to the Broome visitors centre for your final stop at around 6.55am.

That concludes your journey with us and the start of your Broome adventure!

It’s time to enjoy everything Broome has to offer and figure out where you’re next travel destination is. Who in your new bus family are you going to cross paths with again and reminisce about the West Coast, Best Coast!

What’s included?

Many bus rides!
- A ride on the Why Not bus from Exmouth to Karijini National Park via all our favourite spots along the west coast
- The night bus from Karijini National Park to Broome with our good buddies at Integrity Coastlines
Hikes and Daily activities
- Hikes in Karijini National Park
all National park entry fees
- Karijini National Park
All accomodation
- 1 Night Cabin stay
- 1 Night Station stay camping
- 1 Night on Night Bus
Camping equipment
- A Fully equiped camping trailer with fridge and cooking facilities
- Tents (Twin share)
- Sleeping Bags
- Camping Mats

More Specifics about the Tour

Tour Frequency – Once a Month from March to November
Tour Length – 4 days/3 Nights
Tour Starts – Exmouth
- Pickup Location – Potshot Resort, 561 Murat Rd, Exmouth WA 6707
- Pickup Time – Early Monday morning. (Time will be confirmed and is dependant on time of year
Tour Finishes – BROOME
- Drop off Location – Broome Visitors Centre, 1 Hamersley St, Broome WA 6725
- Drop off Time – Thursday at 6.55am
Tour Cost – $999 AUD
Payments – $500 deposit is due at time of booking with the remaining $500 due 2 months before departure date.
Accomodation – All included, a mixture of camping and mixed hostel dorms and shared facilities
Tour Style – This tour is an adventure tour designed for backpackers and younger travellers looking for a more social atmosphere.
Food – Food is not included
- We purchase and cook food together communally using a ‘Food Fund’ . Expect to budget $30 to cover this which will includes all breakfast, Lunch and dinner throughout the tour.
- Please let us know when booking if you have any allergies or dietary requirements.
- More information on meals and what we eat can be found here
Luggage – Due to space restraints in our trailer this is limited to 1 Bag or suitcase 15kg and under and another smaller bag to put under your seat in the bus. Integrity Coach lines has a luggage service that can take extra bags.
Terms and Cancellation Policy – Please review the terms and conditions related to bookings, cancellations and refunds to make sure you are fully informed.

Want to do even more on your Perth to Broome tour?

Whale Sharks

A Little bit about Whale Sharks

Whale sharks are the largest fish species in the world, known for their impressive size and gentle nature. Despite their massive length, these gentle giants are filter feeders, primarily consuming plankton and small fish. They are slow-moving and calm, making them perfect to jump into the water and swim alongside. Get an up and close experience with these magnificent creatures!

Where can we swim with Whale Sharks?

Tours are available in Exmouth or Coral Bay we highly recommend booking your whale shark experience in Exmouth as they have a much higher success rate of finding Whale Sharks.

The tour company will pick you up and drop you off from our accomodation on their bus with the boats departing just outside of Cape Range National Park.

When can we swim with Whale Sharks?

The season usually goes from March to September

The season start and end varies from year to year and may end up being longer or shorter. Whale sharks are just doing their thing and when they decide they are ready to arrive and leave exmouth they will!

During the majority of the season the success rate of finding and swimming with whale sharks is very high (100% through some periods). As you get towards the start and end of the season this drops a little. Most tour operators will provide a voucher to take the tour on another date if they are unable to find whale sharks.

More details on how to book check your extra information pack with your booking confirmation email.

What is included?

An all day experience that includes swimming with these magnificent creatures, a warm-up reef snorkel and a delicious lunch. You can book with any operator but check out the extra info provided with your booking confirmation email for details on how to book with our recommended operator and how to get A solid ‘Why Not Bus’ Discount.

Professional Photos and videos are included.

Man giving ok sign whilst swimming with Whale Shark

Manta RAys

A Little bit about Manta Rays

Another gentle giant of the ocean, swimming with Manta rays is a pretty unforgettable experience. Sometimes people can get confused between Manta Rays and Sting Rays and apart from the size and many other differences, Manta’s have no barb in their tail. They’re totally harmless and love hanging out near the surface munching down on some plankton, perfect for a snorkel with!

Where can we swim with Manta Rays?

Tours are available in Coral Bay

When can we swim with Manta Rays?

You can swim with them all year round

More details on how to book check your extra information pack with your booking confirmation email.

What is included?

An all or half day experience that includes swimming with these magnificent creatures, a warm-up reef snorkel and a delicious lunch. You can book with any operator but check out the extra info provided with your booking confirmation email for details on how to book with our recommended operator and how to get A solid ‘Why Not Bus’ Discount.

Professional Photos and videos are not included but photos can be purchased for a small fee

Sea Lions

A Little bit about SeA Lions

Australian sea lions are a unique and endangered species native to the southern and western coasts of Australia. Known for their playful and curious nature, these marine mammals are smaller than their Californian counterparts but just as charming. Often spotted lounging in the sun or playing around in the ocean, combined with their inquisitive nature they are often known as the ‘puppies of the sea’.

Their populations are limited and protected, so interactions are carefully managed to ensure their safety and conservation. Swimming with Sea Lions is a pretty rare opportunity not offered by many West Coast tours but it’s one of our favorite extra activities on our tours.

Where can we swim with Sea Lions?

You can swim with Sea Lions Jurien Bay

When can we swim with Sea Lions?

You can swim with the Sea Lions all year round

For more details on how to book check your extra information pack with your booking confirmation email

What is included?

You can join the 2 hr Sea Lions Cruise on day two. Limited seats are available and the trip can book out so don’t wait!

Sea lions can almost always be seen on the islands. A close up swimming interaction occurs around 70% of the time in warm months and 80% in winter months. There are unfortunately no refunds if you do not swim with the sea lions.

Professional Photos and videos are included.