Day 1
- Accommodation - Kalbarri Edge Resort
Kalbarri Edge Resort is the perfect place to unwind and relax after exploring the local sites in Kalbarri. Lounge in your comfortable, smartly appointed two-bedroom apartment, laze in the sun by the pool or partake in a giant game of chess. With a fully licensed a-la-carte restaurant and cocktail bar, there is something for everyone to make your stay comfortable.
The restaurant is open daily from 7am for breakfast with a selection of fresh fruits, yoghurts, pastries, pancakes and a selection of breads to toast as well as standard fare such as cereals and spreads. If you are a bit hungrier, a cooked breakfast may be what you are after. Dinner is from 6pm Mon to Sat, specialising in local seafood, quality meat dishes and fresh local produce. The menu changes seasonally with different local fruit and vegies, together with the best fish available fresh. Kalbarri Edge Resort is suitable for all visitor types, with a unit for disabled access. Boat and coach parking available onsite.
After breakfast, return to your room and refresh before walking down to reception to collect your lunch hamper and await pickup at the resort reception for 7.45am pickup.
- Kalbarri Adventure Tours - Canoe the Gorges
8am to 3.30pm
You will be picked up by your tour operators Davo and Helen from reception at Kalbarri Edge Resort for 7.45am
What to bring – Hat, sunscreen, 3 litres of water per person, your camera, walking shoes, swimsuit, your own lunch (prepared by Kalbarri Edge Resort), backpacks are available to borrow. Suitable for children 4 years and over, moderate level of fitness required.
Enter the pristine landscape of the Kalbarri National Park on this remote wilderness tour. The Kalbarri National Park gorge system has been carved over millions of years to form dramatic sandstone cliffs locally known as Tumblagooda Sandstone which plummets down into the Murchison River. First, visit the iconic Natures Window and the Z Bend lookouts where morning tea is provided. Then enjoy the excitement of real outback 4WD tracks which takes you closer to the river.
Hike down into 4-Ways Gorge, this will take about 40 mins and discover the magic of the gorges from the water. Paddle along the meandering river for 6km return and explore a remote section of the gorge. Swim in secluded waterholes, break for lunch, then hike through breathtaking scenery and climb a waterfall to the top of the gorge, taking about 20 mins. You’ll come back invigorated by this experience.
Return transport to Kalbarri Edge Resort at 3.30pm, with time to freshen up and relax.
- Sunset Coastal Cliff Tour - 5pm to 6.30pm approx..
With the choice between two great ocean charter operators in town, you can't go wrong.
Kalbarri Rock Lobster Tours & Charters and the Reefwalker Ocean Discovery both offer a stunning cruising experience.
Take your own transport to the Marina Harbour for 4.45pm, where you will be met by your skipper.
What to bring - Please take water, your camera, hat, sunscreen, and most essentially a warm jacket for this tour. You are welcome to BYO drinks and nibbles on board.
Kalbarri is one of the finest locations to see the sunset from the ocean. Embark on an incredible cruise and see amazing colours glow on the cliffs at sunset. The Reefwalker is a 50-foot, ocean vessel that travels south down along the Kalbarri coastline. See Jacques Point and hopefully catch some surfers on the point, continue to Red Bluff with the highest elevation in the area to Mushroom Rock, Rainbow Valley, Pot Alley, and Eagle Gorge, a great way to see our beautiful coastline and hopefully meet some of the playful dolphins along the way.
A taxi service can be arranged by your hosts at Kalbarri Edge if you would like to have a drink on board. Kalbarri has two Liquor stores and two supermarkets for all your needs. This tour is suitable for all types of people of all ages.
Please note this tour is weather permitting and may not proceed if ocean conditions are not favourable. Alternatively, explore the immaculate foreshore or drive to Meanarra Hill.
Return to Kalbarri Edge Resort, relax for a while then make your way to the restaurant onsite for a well-deserved evening meal at 7.30pm.
Day 2
- Red Bluff Bakery - Breakfast from 6.00am
Rise early and grab a quick and tasty breakfast from Red Bluff Bakery (350m from Edge Resort) and something for lunch - then drive out to Z-Bend carpark and meet the Kalbarri Abseil team at 7.30pm – leave Kalbarri at 7.00am.
Enjoy a dine-in or takeaway breakfast, lunch or dinner at Red Bluff Bakery, open 7 days per week 6am to 5pm. This family-owned business prepares delicious food from third generation recipes. Offering a variety of breakfast treats, pastries including pies, sausage rolls, pasties, fresh bread, naughty delicious sweets, Chinese takeaway, sushi, rice paper rolls and salads. Catering is available.
- Kalbarri Abseil - 7.30am to 1.30pm
Meet the Kalbarri Abseil team at Z-Bend carpark at 7.30pm – leave Kalbarri at 7.00am.
What to bring - Please take water, your camera, hat, sunscreen, bathers, towel, lunch (and fly protection depending on the time of year)
You’’ be hiking, abseiling, sightseeing, swimming and exploring the stunning Kalbarri National Park. Abseil the ancient Z-Bend Gorge and swim and relax by the tranquil Murchison River. The highlights are endless on this exciting adventure.
- Kalbarri Coastal Cliffs, Self-Drive - 2.30pm to 6.00pm
Take an unforgettable drive 15mins south of Kalbarri (17km), start your self-guided sightseeing tour of the spectacular Kalbarri Coastal Cliffs at Natural Bridge. Make your way driving to each of the coastal sites, exploring our beautiful coastline.
Natural Bridge - This lookout is a short walk from the carpark, with stunning coastal views, relax at the shade shelter and be on the lookout for marine life, including whales and dolphins. Continue along the raised boardwalk (1.2km return) or Island Rock. The resilient solitary stack was once part of the shoreline but now stands firmly against the pounding ocean waves. Viewing platforms are a short distance from the car park, providing spectacular views of this geological marvel. Interpretive signage, suitable for all ages and wheelchair access at this site.
Return to your vehicle and drive North to Shellhouse Grandstand
Fishermen at sea thought they could see a shell-shaped house on the side of the cliff, hence shellhouse grandstand received its name. The terraced rock face is often viewed at sunset when the sandstone cliffs are lit up from the sunset glow. Interpretive signage, suitable for all ages and wheelchair access at this site.
Return to your vehicle and drive North to Eagle Gorge
Take in views from the Eagle Gorge lookout, just 200m from the carpark, watch for passing seasonal whales and circling seabirds while you listen to the eternal pounding of the waves below. If time permits, take the stepped rocky path to discover a secluded beach, which is well worth the effort. Interpretive signage, suitable for all ages and wheelchair access at this site.
Return to your vehicle and drive North to Pot Alley
Named by local Lobster fishermen after losing many lobster pots to this hazardous cove. The view south from the cliff top truly captures the rugged beauty of this coastline. Take the winding, rocky walk down to the beautiful beach. Great to explore, however swimming is not recommended, the lifebuoy revealing the danger of this coastline.
Pot Alley can be seen from the comfort of your vehicle. Not suitable for vehicles under tow to enter this site.
Return to your vehicle and drive North to Red Bluff
Red Bluff has the highest elevation of the Kalbarri National Park cliffs with 100m of soaring cliff face. From Pederick lookout, see sandy beaches below and the striking Zuytdorp Cliffs to the North. Interpretive signage, suitable for all ages and wheelchair access at this site.
Return to Kalbarri Edge Resort
- Finlays Kalbarri - 7.00pm to 9pm
Stroll lesuirely along for your dinner at Finlays, 8min (550m)
Finlays is an experience on its own, sandy floors, timber tables and memorabilia everywhere. This iconic Kalbarri restaurant is able to source local fresh fish straight from the boats in Kalbarri. Enjoy a relaxed family atmosphere with a variety of choices on the menu or try one of their home-made beverages with the recently opened micro-brewery. Sunday sessions are also a favourite with live music every Sunday. Suitable for all ages and all types of visitors
Return to Kalbarri Edge Resort
This concludes our two-day itinerary for Kalbarri, we hope you had a wonderful time and experienced something that you haven’t done before.