Station Stays Backroads Touring
10 nights / 11 days Itinerary
Experience the ultimate outback-to-ocean adventure on this unforgettable Station Stay 4WD journey from Perth. Travel through the historic towns of New Norcia, Cue and Mt Magnet into the heart of the Murchison and Gascoyne, staying on remote cattle stations, exploring Aboriginal rock art at Walga Rock and climbing Mt Augustus, the world’s largest rock. Red dirt roads, vast landscapes and star-filled skies define this rugged inland leg of the journey.
As the landscape shifts, follow remote back roads to the Ningaloo Coast, spending time at Warroora and Quobba Stations for snorkelling, fishing, surf breaks and clifftop camping. Soak in the springs at Wooramel River Retreat before finishing at Murchison House Station near Kalbarri, with time to explore the region’s iconic gorges and coastal scenery before returning to Perth.
DAY 1-2: Perth to Nallan Station – 650kms
Collect your 4WD camper in Perth - our epic outback adventure begins today! Heading into the heart of the Murchison, stop for morning tea in the quaint town of New Norcia and visit the monastery café, continuing via Paynes Find to Nallan Station, your base for 2 nights. Explore the gold mining towns of Cue and Mt Magnet, meet the Nallan Station animals and explore Aboriginal rock art at Walga Rock.
DAY 3-4: Nallan Station to Landor Station – 399kms
Leaving the highway at Meekatharra, you’re now really on outback roads. This is unsealed, red dust exploring. Ýou’ll cross the mighty Gascoyne River and head into cattle country, arriving at Landor Station, your oasis in the Gascoyne for 1 night. Enjoy your BBQ dinner under the stars.
DAY 4-5: Landor Station to Mt Augustus– 60kms
An early start this morning to head to Mt Augustus, the world’s largest rock! Start your climb to the summit early to beat the main heat of the day. Arriving at the Mt Augustus Tourist Park, check in and enjoy a cold drink or two at the barand a feast of Mt Augustus beef.
DAY 5-6: Mt Augustus to Warroora Station– 420kms
Stock up at the general store before leaving Mt Augustus this morning, your back road route takes you towards the Ningaloo Coast via the Lyndon River. This is adventure 4WD exploring at its heart. No towns, no shops, just you and the wide open space of the outback. Your reward is the welcome of Warroora Station located on the edge of the Ningaloo Reef. Spend 2 nights here, swimming, fishing and snorkeling. Head into Coral Bay for provisions for the next few days.
DAY 7-8: Warroora Station to Quobba Station – 228kms
Leaving Warroora this morning, head south to Quobba Station perched high on cliffs overlooking the Indian Ocean. This is rustic beach camping with a fantastic surf break and 4WD beach tracks. Relax here for 2 nights and enjoy the salty ocean breezes.
DAY 9-10: Quobba Station to Murchison House Station – 623kms
Leaving Quobba Station, your journey along the Coral Coast Highway continues stopping for lunch and a soak in naturally fed Geothermal Springs at Wooramel River Retreat, before heading to historic Murchison House Station on the edge of the Murchison River near Kalbarri. Base here for 2 nights to explore the Murchison gorges, the Kalbarri Skywalk and Nature’s Window.
DAY 11: Murchison House Station to Perth – 580kms
Your epic Station Stay Adventure tour concludes today with the final drive from Murchison House Station to Perth.