Pinnacles Koalas 4WD and Sandboarding Day Tour from Perth
Overview
Our Pinnacles, koalas and sandboarding day tour from Perth packs the best of the coast north of the city into one full day. You meet koalas and wombats and hand-feed kangaroos, walk through the Pinnacles Desert, eat a fish and chips lunch at Cervantes, then ride a 4WD over the Lancelin sand dunes and try sandboarding. Hotel pickup from selected Perth locations, lunch, entry fees and return transport are included. It suits families, couples and friends who enjoy wildlife and active fun.
Highlights
- Meet koalas and wombats and hand-feed kangaroos at Caversham Wildlife Park
- Walk among the limestone pillars of the Pinnacles Desert
- Fish and chips lunch in the coastal town of Cervantes
- A 4WD ride over the Lancelin sand dunes, then sandboarding
- Pickup and drop-off from selected Perth hotels, with entry fees included
- A scenic return along Indian Ocean Drive
- A varied day with wildlife, desert, coast and dunes
Full Description
Caversham Wildlife Park, koalas and kangaroos
The first stop after pickup is Caversham Wildlife Park in the Swan Valley, on the northern edge of Perth. It is a small, friendly park where you can meet koalas and wombats and hand-feed kangaroos, an experience that is a highlight for children and adults alike. Feeding is done gently, and the keepers explain how to approach each animal.
This stop makes a Perth wildlife day tour easy, because you get close to native animals without a long walk. Wear closed shoes and keep your bag zipped, since kangaroos are curious. Animal encounters depend on the keepers' schedule and the animals' mood on the day.
Cervantes and the Pinnacles Desert
From the park the tour follows quiet back roads to Cervantes, a small fishing town on the coast known for its rock lobster fleet. Your lunch of fish and chips is included here, and the sea views make it a relaxed stop before the desert.
The Pinnacles Desert lies in Nambung National Park just outside town, where thousands of limestone pillars rise from the yellow sand. You walk an easy trail among them to see the shapes up close, and your guide explains how they formed. If you are asking whether a Pinnacles tour from Perth is worth it, the strange landscape is the reason people return. Entry fees are included.
Lancelin sand dunes: 4WD and sandboarding
Lancelin is a fishing village about two hours north of Perth, and its white sand dunes are among the largest in Western Australia. The tour includes a 45-minute 4WD ride in a custom-built vehicle that climbs and dips across the dunes, followed by downhill sandboarding, with boards provided.
The 4WD part is not allowed for pregnant women, people with back problems or infants, for safety reasons, and infants must stay with a parent during that time. Soft sand can occasionally cause small delays. Bring a hat, sunglasses and a bottle of water.
Planning your day from Perth
The tour runs from about 8:00 AM to 7:30 PM and returns via Indian Ocean Drive, a scenic coastal road. Pickup is from selected Perth CBD and Northbridge hotels, from 12 pickup locations, and pickup outside those areas is not included.
The day may run in a coach depending on passenger numbers, but the 4WD ride always operates in a 4WD vehicle. Wear comfortable walking shoes, and bring a camera, a hat and some cash for extras. Hotel drop-off is included at the end of the day.
Itinerary
- Hotel pickup in PerthCollected from one of 12 selected locations from about 8:00 AM.
- Caversham Wildlife ParkMeet koalas and wombats and hand-feed kangaroos.
- Cervantes lunchA fish and chips lunch in the coastal town, included.
- Pinnacles DesertA walk among the limestone pillars in Nambung National Park.
- Lancelin sand dunesA 45-minute 4WD ride and downhill sandboarding.
- Return along Indian Ocean DriveDrive back to Perth and hotel drop-off at about 7:30 PM.
What's included
- Fish and chips lunch
- Entry fees
- Return transport from Perth
- 4WD ride and sandboarding at Lancelin Sand Dunes
- Pickup and drop-off from selected Perth hotels
Not included
- Hotel pickup outside the selected Perth hotels
- Additional food and drinks
- Tips
Not suitable for
- Pregnant women, for the 4WD component
- People with back problems
- Infants on the 4WD part, who must stay with a parent
- Wheelchair users, because of the sand and walking
Meeting point
Hotel pickup is from 12 selected locations in the Perth CBD and Northbridge, starting from about 8:00 AM. Your exact pickup point and time are confirmed after booking, and drop-off is at the same location at about 7:30 PM. Pickup outside the selected hotels is not included.
Important information
- Wear comfortable walking shoes, a hat and sunglasses, and bring a camera.
- Bring a little cash for extras such as drinks, snacks and tips.
- The 45-minute 4WD ride is not permitted for pregnant women, people with back problems or infants.
- Infants aged 3 and younger travel free with an adult, must not occupy a seat and do not receive meals.
- The tour may operate in a coach depending on numbers, while the 4WD part always uses a 4WD vehicle.
- Soft dunes can occasionally cause delays.
- Pickup is only from the selected Perth CBD and Northbridge hotels.
- Adults are aged 13 and over and children 4 to 12 have their own rate.
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to what travellers ask us most, before they book.
How much does the Pinnacles, koalas and sandboarding tour cost?
The price depends on adult, child and infant rates and is shown in the booking panel on this page for the date you choose. It includes transport, lunch, entry fees and the 4WD and sandboarding.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, from 12 selected locations in the Perth CBD and Northbridge. Pickup outside those areas is not included.
How long is the Pinnacles day tour?
The tour lasts about 11.5 hours, from about 8:00 AM to about 7:30 PM.
Is lunch included?
Yes, a fish and chips lunch at Cervantes is included. Additional food and drinks are not.
Can I feed the kangaroos?
Yes. At Caversham Wildlife Park you can hand-feed kangaroos and meet koalas and wombats.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Yes for most children aged 4 and older. Infants can travel but cannot join the 4WD ride and need a parent to stay with them. Children aged 4 to 12 have their own rate.
What is the difference between the 4WD and the coach?
Depending on numbers the day may run in a coach, but the 45-minute 4WD ride on the dunes always operates in a 4WD vehicle.
What should I wear and bring?
Wear comfortable walking shoes and light clothes, and bring a hat, sunglasses, a camera and a water bottle.
Can I book for today or tomorrow?
Choose your date in the booking panel to see availability. Because pickup is early in the morning, we recommend booking at least a day ahead.
Is the Pinnacles worth visiting?
Yes, for the otherworldly landscape. Combined with wildlife and the dunes, this tour gives a complete day out of Perth.
