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Exmouth Modern History & Heritage Half Day Tour
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4 Hours
Mobile ticket
Pickup offered
Offered in: English
Overview
Journey back in time as we explore the history of the Exmouth region, from the traditional owners inhabitation here for over 30,000 years to the first pastoralists to the modern day.
A Scenic tour of Exmouth with a little bit of something for everyone: history, wildlife, scenic viewpoints and stories of past to present from our experienced and engaging guides.
The historic Krait WWII Memorial, spectacular Charles Knife Gorge, Jurabi Turtle Centre & Vlamingh Head Lighthouse are some of the sights that you will visit on this tour.
What's Included
- Pick up/ Drop off from accommodation
- Morning tea/Snack
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Complimentary Photos taken by guide
- Qualified, experienced guide
- Hat, sunscreen, sunglasses
- Drinking water , you will need your own bottle of water. Your guide will carry extra to top up
Meeting And Pickup
Pickup points
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Pickup details
Pick up times (minutes BEFORE tour start time): - Mantarays 15 minutes - Exmouth Escape Resort 10 minutes - RAC Exmouth Cape Holiday Park 10 minutes - Ningaloo Caravan and Holiday Resort 10 minutes - Ningaloo Lodge 10 minutes - Potshot Resort 5 minutes
What To Expect
Exmouth
The day begins with pick up from your Exmouth accommodation just before 8.30am. We then take the drive to our first destination, Krait WWII Memorial Gorge (25-minute drive). Along the way your guide will provide commentary about the area’s natural and human history, and we keep our eyes out for local wildlife such as emu and birds of prey. First stop is the Krait WWII Memorial where you can delve into WWII history and learn about the secretive Operations Potshot, Jaywick and Rimau, in which Exmouth played a crucial role.
1 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Charles Knife Canyon
Next stop at Charles Knife gorge provides some impressive views as you ascend to 311m elevation for spectacular views of Exmouth Gulf and the canyons of Charles Knife – known by locals as the ‘mini Grand Canyon’.
1 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Jurabi Turtle Centre
Then head north, passing back through Exmouth town on our way to the Jurabi Turtle Centre, where you will learn all things turtles. Learn about the three species of turtles that mate, nest and hatch along the Ningaloo Coast, their life cycle, habitat, and the important work that is happening to conserve these species.
1 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Vlamingh Head Lighthouse
The final destination is the Vlamingh Head Lighthouse for panoramic views of the reef, the range and the Exmouth Gulf. Between mid-June and early October, look out for the estimated 35-45,000 humpback whales as they undertake their annual migration between Antarctic feeding grounds and Kimberley calving grounds. Learn about the history of the lighthouse, shipwrecks, WWII history and how the NW Cape was bombed by the Japanese! We’ll then start the return journey to Exmouth town, arriving back at your accommodation at approximately 12.30pm.
1 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Time for transportation to and from destinations included in entire duration of 4 hours
Operated by Exmouth Adventure Co
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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