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Perth to Esperance Road Trip: Beaches, Kangaroos and Quokkas in WA

09/22/2019 · AUSTRALIA, TRAVEL

Perth to Esperance: 9 Day Western Australia Road Trip Campervan Itinerary | Kangaroos on the beach at Lucky Bay in Cape Le Grand National Park

Kangaroos at Lucky Bay, Cape Le Grand National Park 

 

Western Australia was one of my absolute highlights of our first trip down under. I couldn’t believe it was the same country; the beaches rivalled those I’ve seen in the Caribbean. Here’s my 9 day Western Australia Perth to Esperance Road Trip itinerary! I guarantee you ridiculously blue waters, kangaroos frolicking on the beach at sunset and maybe even a dolphin or two!

 

Perth to Esperance by Campervan

The best way to explore the vast state that is Western Australia, or at least this little south-west coast corner of it, is to self-drive. This road trip is practically made for a camper van and it’s where I really learnt to get into the groove of #vanlife by discovering the joys of freedom camping and the total flexibility to explore at your own pace.

 

The only place I’d ever rent a campervan in Australia or New Zealand is with RatPack Travel. They’re an indie biz focusing their efforts staunchly on making sure customers get an epic deal, feel confident and roadie-ready and leave with a personalised calendar bursting with bucket list moments. Essentially, they’re a by travellers for travellers company and a million miles away from the stuffy, commission-driven high street.

 

To prove his commitment to giving customers the best experience possible, Sammy, the founder of RatPack, passes on a cut of his own profits, promising to always be the cheapest place to rent from. If you’ve booked your flights to Australia or have dates in mind for your roadie then I suggest getting in touch with him immediately as vans book up fast!

 

Contact via this form here or via WhatsApp here. Make sure you mention my name so he knows you’re extra awesome!

 

 

9 Day Western Australia Perth to Esperance Road Trip

 

Perth to Esperance: 9 Day Western Australia Road Trip Campervan Itinerary

 

Day 1: Perth

Land in Perth and get yourself settled into an Airbnb or hotel for a couple of nights. We arrived in the evening so went straight for pizza and bed, but if you’ve got some exploring time then get acquainted with this calm and collected Aussie city.

 

Day 2: Perth

Explore Perth today! We loved chilling in Kings Park with a book overlooking the sparkling water. There are tonnes of spots to check out and if you want to venture a little, head over to Fremantle, just 30 minutes on the train. It’s known for being an artsy, foodie haven where you can drink good coffee and listen to buskers serenade you on the street. Lonely Planet rated it the 7th best city in the world in 2016, ahead of Rome!

 

Day 3: Perth (Rottnest Island)

Catch the earliest ferry over to Rottnest Island; home of breathtaking beaches, excellent snorkelling and everyones favourite random Aussie animal; the quokka! You may even want to stay in Fremantle the night before, as that’s where the ferry goes from. I’ll write a separate post on Rotto, but trust me you’re going to have an epic day. Hire electric bikes and be the envy of Instagram with a famous #quokkaselfie (Google it!)

 

Rottnest Island

Quokka on Rottnest Island

 

Day 4: Pick up van and drive to Bunbury | 2 hours

Today you get acquainted with your new BFF on four wheels. Drive a cruisy 2 hours down to Bunbury and find somewhere to chill for the afternoon and camp for the night. You may arrive and wonder why I’ve sent you to what seems like a nice, but fairly bland family seaside town…The magic happens tomorrow morning when you’ll get a chance to meet Bunbury’s resident wild dolphins who will swim around your legs at just knee height out in the bay!

 

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A morning dip with some wild dolphins. I haven’t got the words to describe the privilege I feel having witnessed this. We were stood knee-deep on the beach whilst they came and went as they pleased. Please let’s leave these beautiful creatures in the ocean where they belong, not in pools or leaping through hoops. 🐬✨💛 #justanotherdayinWA

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Head down to the Dolphin Discovery Centre for around 8am and enjoy your brekky on the beach as you wait for the dolphins. They are wild so it’s not guaranteed, but they’ve been coming into the bay every morning for years and years. It’s totally free to enjoy but gently regulated by kind volunteers who look out for the dolphins welfare. After about an hour or so, 3 appeared and we had the absolute joy of seeing them swim and show off right in front of us!

 

Day 4: Eagle Bay and Margaret River | 2 hours

Head another 2 hours south towards Margaret River, stopping off at Busselton and Eagle Bay. Busselton is home to an epic jetty that stretches 2km out into the sea and is a hotspot for humpback whales during the season! Eagle Bay is a great place to park up, go for a swim in the pristine waters and have lunch on the beach before arriving in Margaret River in the early afternoon. My favourite was Meelup Beach, it’s a little smaller and quieter.

Margaret River is one of Australia’s most famous wine regions. You can either join a guided tour or vineyard tasting, or just hop between cellar doors enjoying the (usually free) samples! Just watch that obviously, you’re driving.

If you fancy a treat, La Scarpetta Trattoria does a great pizza.

 

Perth to Esperance: 9 Day Western Australia Road Trip Campervan Itinerary | Meelup Beach Eagle Bay Cellar Door at Margaret River

 

 

Day 5: Hamelin Bay and Augusta (30 mins)  > Albany  via Denmark Elephant Rocks | 4 hours

Wake up early and drive to Hamelin Bay for a morning swim with some very impressive marine friends. Every morning, at around 8am, giant stingray come and sweep the shores of Hamelin. They’re very inquisitive so will swim right up to paddlers, brushing over your toes! Like the dolphins, these are wild animals so encounters can’t be guaranteed, but chances are very high. There’s a shower at Hamelin Bay, perfect to freshen up after a dip before you hit the road.

If you want, you could also pop by Augusta. Flinders Bay is a great swimming spot and there’s also Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse and the Cape to Cape walk track. It’s the nations longest coastal path and, at 140km, takes 5 or 6 days to complete, but you could always pop down to the beach and see a bit of it!

After that, you’ve got a 4 hour drive ahead to Albany where you’ll spend the night. Be sure to stop off via Elephant Rocks and the Green Pools in Denmark!

 

Perth to Esperance: 9 Day Western Australia Road Trip Campervan Itinerary | Stingrays at Hamelin Bay

 

 

 

Day 6: Little Beach > Esperance | 5 hours

Albany has plenty of stunning beaches to explore but we headed straight for Little Beach in Two People’s Bay. It’s absolutely postcard perfect and, if you go in the morning, almost deserted too! I described the sand as ‘icing sugar’, it’s that white and soft, and you just won’t believe the colour of the water.

After you’ve finished swimming and taking a gazillion photographs, it’s time to hit the road and tackle a 5 hour stint east to Esperance. The roads in WA can be pretty long and lonely so make sure you stock up on snacks, tunes and an exciting van-buddy. Also, fuel up when you get the chance.

 

Little Beach Two Peoples Bay Albany Western Australia, blue bikini  Little Beach Two Peoples Bay Albany Western Australia, blue bikini

 

Day 7: Lucky Bay

Wake up in Esperance and drive the hour through the Cape Le Grand National Park to renowned Lucky Bay. If you’ve got a 4WD, you can even park up down on the beach (though beach driving is often prohibited in rental vehicles, so be sure to check first). As well as crystal clear water and ultra white sand, Lucky Bay is home to a large colony of kangaroo who just love people. Don’t be surprised if a cheeky joey ends up with their paws in your picnic basket! Come sunset, the beach is teeming with them and it’s just spectacular to see.

 

Kangaroos on the beach at Lucky Bay Cape Le Grand National Park Western Australia Perth to Esperance: 9 Day Western Australia Road Trip Campervan Itinerary | Vanlife Campervan views of Lucky Bay

 

 

Day 8: Drive back to Perth | 9 hours

Here’s the not so fun part. Of course, if you’ve got more time you can either do the road trip in reverse, stopping off at different places, or you can split the drive up. We actually tackled the whole 800km in one stint (splitting the driving) after leaving Lucky Bay at about 6pm. We arrived at a free camp just outside Perth around 2am. I can’t responsibly recommend this as driving at night in Australia really isn’t the wisest idea; ‘roos on the road are common and the road trains go thundering past too.

 

Day 9: Morning at Cottesloe Beach > Drop van back

Spend the morning wave jumping in the mega swell at Cottesloe Beach and make use of their awesome free shower and changing room facilities. There are BBQ spots to cook up a tasty brekky before heading back towards the depot to say goodbye to your trusty van. The depots are (usually) super close to the airport, which is handy if you’re flying out straight away.

 

Have you done a Perth to Esperance road trip? Let me know your favourite spots!

 

Little Peach, Two Persons Bay

 

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Where the Crawdads Sing, Delia Owens: totally captivating, unusual and enchanting. I literally devoured this one!
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Queenie, Candice Carty-Williams: as well as being laugh out loud funny, Queenie is also an education. A must read on what it’s like to be a young black woman growing up in London. Also tackles mental health really well!
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The Flatshare, Beth O’Leary: I recommend this to anyone who just really needs a hug from a genuinely enjoyable book. It’s warm and lovely but offers depth well beyond your usual chick lit too.
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Homegoing, Yaa Gyasi: this novel is such a triumph! Spanning over 300 years from pre-colonial Ghana to present day USA, each chapter follows a new character in the lineage of two sisters. One sold to slavery, the other married to an English coloniser. It’s sweepingly powerful and incredibly well written. I could’ve read an entire book on each character!
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A Man Called Ove, Fredrik Backman: Ove was the very first book I read in 2020 and it stuck with me throughout the year. At its most basic, it’s the story of a cantankerous old man. Delve a little deeper and it’s funny, heartbreaking and incredibly heartwarming. I just love Ove!
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Happy new year saucepots! We had an ultra rock n’ roll night (read our books in bed then watched the midnight fireworks - that was a nice surprise! - on a phone before falling promptly to sleep...) and today is all about a long walk, a longer bath, books and tea. And obviously starting a new diary because isn’t fresh stationary the best thing about a new year?!
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Are you setting New Years’ resolutions? I prefer a bit of reflection and mindset shifting. This year it’s all about setting firm positive boundaries, protecting my energy and saying no to things/people that don’t serve that. I like the new year, not for the ‘new me’ noise but rather as a chance to let go and embrace a fresh beginning again. ⚡️☕️
As far as NYE outfits go, I’m not mad about this As far as NYE outfits go, I’m not mad about this one...🐻🥂 I hope you’re all well and excited to bid farewell to 2020. I know the clock striking midnight doesn’t fundamentally change anything but I’m hopeful that we can look forward with more optimism. I always find the turn of the year really emotionally complex. I’m not even going to attempt to unpack this last one other than to rejoice that even amongst the lowest of lows there have been highs. My beloved Nan won’t see the new year, which is hard to contemplate. I also married my best friend. This time last year I was miserable on the sofa, a day after surgery for our first miscarriage and wishing I could press pause on life. Tonight I’m still on the sofa, but full and at peace rather than empty and grieving, looking forward. For us, 2021 will see the birth of our little cub so it’s one that I’m welcoming with open arms. So much can change in a year and I hope you can seek comfort in that. However you’re feeling tonight, I’ll raise my alco-free bubbles to you because you did it: you made it through one of the toughest years in history. Brighter days are coming ☀️💓
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