Maps66481604044
28 Apr 2024
We had the most amazing time with Geoff and the other travelers! The West Coast is definitely worth it - absolutely cool and stunning! Geoff inspired us, he teached us in to many ways and we saw a lot of beautiful things like whale sharks, turtles, kangaroos and the desert at all. Thank you Geoff for the really really unforgettable tour! We will always keep you and the other travelers (we had such a cool group full of love) in our mind :)
What an amazing trip! Danny, our tour leader, made it fun the very second we stepped on the bus. He was engaging, knowledgeable, reliable and just hilarious. There was a lot of driving (but that’s just Australia) but the bus was comfortable and the destinations were worth it. We were transported to the most remote places and saw every wildlife on our list from a red kangaroo to turtles, dolphins, manta rays, reef sharks, tiger sharks, snd Danny even stopped the bus to catch a brown snake slither into the desert. Food was tasty and plentiful too.
O5131STrichardm
22 Apr 2024
I could write so much, but in summary, my experience of this tour was amazing!
We visited so many beautiful places, offering diverse scenery, mixing outback Australia with pristine coastlines, so much wildlife, and activities. The most was made of sunrises and sunsets, with something always to do, interspersed with enough rest times.
Some nice short walks, nothing too strenuous in the heat. Snorkelling and seeing the marine life was undoubtedly a highlight of the whole tour. My family chose to do a 2 hour snorkelling tour, and a whale shark swimming tour. If you can afford these, you should have no regrets; you certainly shouldnt be here without seeing the whale sharks.
I cannot list all the wildlife I saw on land, in the air, and in the water, but they included an echidna, emus, feral goats, eagles, sharks, an abundance of fish, turtles, dolphins, and of course the whale sharks!
Oh, beware the flies (seasonal?)! Bring a fly net for your head, or buy one at the earliest opportunity.
The weather in April was perfect, including hot. The bus was modern and comfortable. The whole tour experience was so well organised, and never felt rushed.
This was made possible by the fantastic Autopia guide, Geoff, plus we had the bonus of fellow guide, Summer (the tour is typically run by a single guide). Both were so friendly and helpful, and made everyone feel welcome and comfortable. Geoff really demonstrated his knowledge and experience. He also explained all the activites and daily plans very clearly, and dispelled any possible concerns. Both were so enthusiastic and approachable; what a team! If you're lucky enough to have either of these two, you'll be in great hands.
The food was good, and plenty of it. It was rewarding to provide a helping hand with meal prep. Just be aware that drinks are not provided, so have plenty of water available, though usually there were options to purchase onsite and nearby.
Backpacker style accommodation varied from ok, to excellent. Everywhere was clean and tidy, but some older and more basic, some without airconditioning. I don't consider it an issue. Some days included very early starts, including 5 am breakfast. Have plenty of rest overnight to ensure you have energy the following day.
My whole extended family had a wonderful time, filled with so many fantastic memories. I cannot recommend this tour enough, and hope you can enjoy and experience it as I did.