KRAZY-4-KARIJINI-KOACH TOUR - April 19 - May 1, 2021 - Global Gypsies
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KRAZY-4-KARIJINI-KOACH TOUR
April 19 – May 1, 2021
PROPOSED ITINERARY
Day 1: Monday, April 19, 2021
Perth – Mt Magnet (565 kms – 6½ hours)
Meet at Crown Casino parking area, Burswood,at 8:00 a.m. for departure at 8:30 SHARP. Look
for coaster bus with Global Gypsies signs.
We depart for Mt Magnet stopping en-route for morning tea & lunch (own expense) with rest
stops in between. (Note that if no cafés are available for morning tea stops, we will provide
snacks & juice en-route).
Overnight & dinner at Commercial Club Hotel in Mt Magnet. (D)
Day 2: Tuesday, April 20
Mt Magnet – Newman (620 kms – 6½ hours)
After breakfast we depart for Newman stopping en-route for morning tea & lunch (own expense).
Before checking into our accommodation at the Oasis Hotel (please be aware they’ve used a bit
of creative licence with this name!), we visit the East Pilbara Aboriginal Art Centre in Newman.
We then check into our hotel – remember to charge up your phones, cameras, chargers &
laptops here as there is only limited power in Karijini!
Overnight & dinner at Oasis Hotel in Newman (B, D)
Day 3: Wednesday, April 21
Newman – Karijini (230 kms – 2½ hours)
After breakfast we depart for Karijini National Park stopping en-route for morning tea. We take a
pre-packed picnic lunch & enjoy it while visiting Dales Gorge, Fortescue Falls, Fern Pool, Circular
Pool & the Visitor Centre.
We check into our Karijini Eco-Retreat ‘glamping’ tents in late afternoon then gather for sunset
viewing at the bar before enjoying an al-fresco dinner at the retreat (own expense).
Overnight & dinner at Karijini Eco-Retreat. (Note there is NO wifi or mobile reception & only
limited power supply at the retreat). (B, L)
Day 4: Thursday, April 22
Explore Karijini
After a continental breakfast in the restaurant, we take a pre-packed picnic lunch & continue
exploring the park at Weno & Hancock Gorges & Oxer’s Lookout pausing for morning tea (we will
provide juice & snacks) & picnic lunch. We return to the retreat late afternoon in time for
sundowners at Joffre Gorge Lookout (we will supply snacks but please BYO drinks from the bar).
Dinner in the retreat restaurant (own expense).
Guided astronomy tour that night by Remtrek (weather permitting).
Overnight & dinner at Karijini Eco-Retreat (B, L)
Day 5: Friday, April 23
Karijini – Cheela Plains Station (191 kms – 2¾ hours)
After a continental breakfast in the restaurant, we enjoy a special one-hour private cultural
presentation by an indigenous guide (to be confirmed), then drive on to Cheela Plains Station
where we check into our farm stay accommodation & have lunch.
We are given a presentation about the property in the afternoon & enjoy a home-cooked meal at
the station that night.
Dinner & overnight at Cheela Plains Station. (B, L, D)
Day 6: Saturday, April 24
Cheela Station – Exmouth (462 kms – 5½ hours)
After a country breakfast at the station, we take a pre-packed picnic lunch & drive to Exmouth,
stopping for morning tea (we will provide juice & snacks) & lunch en-route. We check into our hotel
& have a rest.
Late afternoon we’ll drive out to the lighthouse to enjoy the sunset (we’ll bring snacks, plastic cups
& an esky but please BYO drinks).
Group dinner at local restaurant.
Overnight at Potshot Motel in Exmouth (B, L)
Day 7: Sunday, April 25 (Anzac Day)
Exmouth – free day
Join us for an optional dawn ANZAC service this morning. After a
Gypsy Continental Breakfast (GCB) enjoyed in the privacy of your
room, the day is free to relax at the pool, catch up on your sleep, or
take an exciting (pre-booked!) optional marine adventure – swim with
the whale sharks (March – August), go on a wildlife cruise, or choose
from lots of other optional activities (activities & lunch at own
expense).
OR grab your mask, snorkel & bathers & join Jan & Jeremy for a trip
out to Turquoise Bay (takes about an hour) for swimming &
snorkeling in the amazingly clear water, a walk at Yardie Creek & a
stop at the Visitor Centre.
We return to the motel for a quick shower, then head off to Cadillac’s
Bar & Grill for dinner & a very different Nashville-style night out (own
expense). Overnight at Potshot Motel in Exmouth (B, D)
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Day 8: Monday, April 26
Exmouth to Carnarvon (366 kms – 4 hours)
After breakfast (GCB) we make an early start for Carnarvon stopping for morning tea en-route
(we’ll provide snacks & juice).
On arrival we go to the Old Jetty Café for lunch (own expense), tour the Jetty & Lighthouse
Museums (really interesting!) & have a private tour of the Gwoonwardu Mia Heritage Centre.
We then check into our motel & enjoy dinner in the motel restaurant.
Dinner & overnight at Carnarvon Motel (B, D)
Day 9: Tuesday, April 27
Carnarvon to Denham (350 kms – 3¾ hours)
After breakfast (GCB) we visit the fantastic Carnarvon Space Museum, then stop at the popular
local bakery for morning tea & to buy a sandwich for lunch (own expense). We then depart for
Denham enjoying our treats en-route.
On arrival in Denham, we check into our villa-style accommodation then stroll down to the beach
later onto enjoy sundowners (we’ll bring the snacks, plastic cups & an esky but please BYO
drinks).
Tonight we enjoy a traditional fish & chips dinner on the beach (or make own optional dinner
arrangements).
Overnight at Wildsights Villas in Denham (B, D)
Day 10: Wednesday, April 28
Monkey Mia/Denham
A full day of nature & wildlife! After breakfast (GCB), we’ll watch the
DBCA Rangers feeding the dolphins at Monkey Mia, then go on an
optional wildlife cruise on the fabulous “Shotover” ocean catamaran! Or
just relax on the beach. Lunch at own expense.
Later that afternoon we’ll take an award-winning private indigenous
cultural tour with our friend & business partner, Darren “Capes”
Capewell of Wula Gura Nyinda Eco Adventures which concludes with a
magical seafood BBQ on the beach!
Overnight at Wildsights Villas in Denham (B, D)
Day 11: Thursday, April 29
Denham to Kalbarri (400 kms – 4¼ hours)
After breakfast (GCB) we depart for Kalbarri stopping for lunch en-route (own expense). On arrival
we check into our accommodation.
Afternoon free to relax, take a swim, catch up on our sleep or stroll along the beachfront.
Dinner & overnight at Palms Motel in Kalbarri (B, D)
Day 12: Friday, April 30
Kalbarri National Park
Get up early to watch the pelican feeding on the foreshore & enjoy
breakfast (GCB) in your room. We then depart for Kalbarri National
Park stopping at a local café to grab a sandwich for a picnic lunch
(own expense).
We’ll go exploring in the park where we’ll visit Nature’s Window, take
a bushwalk & check out the new Skywalk attraction.
We’ll return to Kalbarri township early afternoon & have the
remainder of the day at leisure.
Special Farewell Dinner at a local restaurant tonight.
Dinner & overnight at Palms Motel in Kalbarri (B, D)
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Day 13: Saturday, May 1
Kalbarri to Perth (570 kms – 6½ hours)
After breakfast (GCB), we depart for Perth stopping for morning tea (we’ll provide snacks & juice) &
lunch en-route (own expense). We arrive at the Crown Casino parking area late afternoon (B).
End of tour.
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COST: $4495 per person (twin-share basis)
Single Supplement: $1500 per person
(Please note that not all accommodations can guarantee private/single occupancy)
Includes:
• Meals & activities as described
• National park entry fees
• Accommodation on twin/share basis as described
• Transport in A/C coaster-type bus with luggage trailer
• Two professional tour guides
• Local guides as indicated
• Tips
• Pre-Departure Kit
• GST
Does not include:
• Optional activities
• Meals not listed
• Room upgrades
• Beverages
• Insurance (please note this is compulsory)
MEET YOUR TOUR LEADERS
Jeremy Perks & Jan Barrie - Global Gypsies Tours
Jan & Jeremy will be your tour leaders. Established in 1997, Global
Gypsies coordinates & leads a range of self-drive eco-adventures in
outback Australia & (COVID permitting!) escorted tours to numerous
exotic & remote overseas destinations.
Jan & Jeremy have won awards for their tours & training courses in
4WD’ing, towing & tour guiding; the couple have also published a
book entitled How to Be an Award-Winning Tour Guide.
Born in South Africa, Jeremy is a professional Tour Guide & former Tour Guide of the Year. He is
a qualified mechanic & an experienced 4x4 driver. He holds a certificate in remote area first aid &
a Certificate IV in Training & Assessment. Prior to establishing Global Gypsies, he was Managing
Director of a major advertising agency in Johannesburg & the manager of a safari camp in
Kenya’s Rift Valley. He immigrated to Australia in 1996.
Jan is a former journalist, travel writer & communications manager & is responsible for the
administration, marketing & customer relations aspects of Global Gypsies. Born in England, she
has lived & worked in Africa, America & the UK & travelled extensively but has called Australia
home for most of her life.
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BOOKING FORM
KRAZY-4-KARIJINI-KOACH TOUR
Each participant to complete a separate form please!
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Please note that a non-refundable deposit of AUD$500 per person is required to secure your booking. Cheques to be made
payable to GLOBAL GYPSIES PTY LTD. EFT payments to be made to Westpac : BSB 036 051 : Account No. 155007
quoting “K4K”. To pay by credit card (Visa/MasterCard) please complete the following – note that 2% credit card fees apply.
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Terms & Conditions
• The Krazy-4-Karijini-Koach Tour (K4K) is being operated & conducted by Global Gypsies Pty Ltd of Western Australia (GG).
• Clients to arrange to meet group at 8:00 a.m. on Day 1 as described.
• In order to reserve a place, a non-refundable deposit of AUD$500 per person will be required by February 28, 2021, with the balance
due on March 22, 2021.
• Clients who cancel their booking after March 23, 2021, will forfeit all moneys paid to date.
• Whilst all care is taken, GG accepts no liability for loss or damage to baggage, sickness or injury or additional or subsequent expenses
caused by factors beyond their control.
• Travel insurance is compulsory & must cover most circumstances of cancellation as well as luggage loss, medical cover & evacuation.
• I accept that this tour is of an adventurous nature & involves an element of personal risk & accept responsibility for all risks.
• I agree that neither GG nor their agents can be held liable for any injury, damage to property or loss of life caused.
• Itinerary is subject to alteration without notice & is intended as a guide only. Alterations may occur due to weather conditions,
mechanical defect to vessels or vehicles, political events, pandemics or other reasons.
• Any additional expenses or subsequent damages incurred by clients due to itinerary alterations as outlined above are not GG’s
responsibility.
• The operators and/or their agents & employees are unable to guarantee exact arrival & departure times & will not be liable for failure to
make connections with any other services.
• In event of breakdown or other unforeseen circumstances, GG reserves the right to substitute different carriers & personnel.
• Properties used may change, however the same or similar standard is guaranteed.
• Accommodation is on a twin-share basis with separate beds. Some double accommodation is available & will be allocated to couples
travelling together.
• As a solo traveller there is no single supplement charge for your hotel room if you are happy to share with a ‘buddy’ arranged by GG.
• I agree to comply with the laws & regulations of the places visited & to comply with all reasonable instructions of the tour escorts & local
tour guides relating to the safety & organisation of the tour.
• Any legal conflict with GG shall be resolved in the jurisdiction of Western Australia.
• Please keep luggage packed in soft/pliable bags with wheels - maximum 15 kg per person.
• ALL prices are based on 2021 costs & are subject to change if subsequently affected by increased government taxes, increases in fuel
prices and/or any other influence beyond the control of the operators.
I have read and understand the above tour conditions and agree to abide by them. I acknowledge that there are risks associated with this tour
and accept that these risks are my own responsibility.
Signature ..................................................................................…….. .…. Date:..……………………………………..
PLEASE POST OR EMAIL TO: GLOBAL GYPSIES PTY LTD, P.O. Box 123, Scarborough, WA, 6922.
Ph: 08 9341 6727 email: admin@globalgypsies.com.au . THANK YOU!
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