With its striking contrast of colours between dazzling white beaches, dark red cliffs and an entrancingly turquoise ocean, Francois Peron National Park is without doubt one of Australia‘s most iconic parks. Treat yourself to a memorable trip along the adventurous sandy track and experience the highlights of Francois Peron National Park with a local guide, either Janine or Jens.

Interested in Nature Photography?

Then join Janine's Photography Tour. In addition to exploring the national park, you will learn the basics of nature photography and how to improve your photography skills. Tours include information material and, of course, lot‘s of photo opportunities.

8.00 am: Pick up from your accommodation in Denham / Monkey Mia.

8.00 am – 10.00 am: Follow the sandy track to Cape Peron. Learn about the history, flora and fauna of the place.

10 am – 12 pm: Explore Cape Peron which is characterised by red cliffs and a white sandy beach. Enjoy a pleasant morning tea before heading to Skipjack Point. A short 200m walk takes you to two viewing platforms from where you can often see a great variety of marine life such as rays, dugongs, dolphins and sharks. Please note that in the winter months there is considerably less fauna activity.

12 pm – 1 pm: Head back to Denham and  (time permitting...) enjoy a short photo stop at one of the beautiful bays along the way.

Please note that this itinerary is a guide only and subject to change.

8.00 am: Pick up from your accommodation in Denham / Monkey Mia.

8.00 am – 10 am: Follow the sandy track to Point Peron with many interesting stops on the way.

10 am – 12.30 pm: Visit the stunningly beautiful Cape Peron and take your time exploring the tip of the peninsula. Marvel at some magnificent red cliffs, enjoy a walk along the Wanamalu Walk Trail and discover a hidden bay of wild beauty. In between regain your energy during morning tea in a shady shelter. 

12 pm – 1.30 pm: Drive to Skipjack Point and enjoy a short walk along a boardwalk to magnificent vantage points. From two viewing platforms take in breathtaking views over the coast line, Cape Peron and down into the ocean. From here you can often see a great variety of marine life such as rays, dugongs, dolphins and sharks. Continue to one of the beautiful bays along the west coast for lunch.

1.30 pm – 4 pm: Enjoy lunch with ocean views and then go for a walk and drive to explore a few other colourful bays.

4.00 pm – 5.00 pm: After afternoon tea follow the scenic track back to Denham.

Please note that this itinerary is a guide only and subject to change.

The itinerary is similar to the Full Day Explorer Tour decribed above. Plus...

...learn about the basics of photography.

...get some useful tips for photo composition.

... enjoy more time for photos at scenic places.

 ...get first hand practical Information.

... receive booklet-like information sheets to take home.

Sun protection: Hat, sunscreen, long-sleeved Shirt.

Warm clothes (in winter): Remember that in winter the wind can be quite fresh and cool. 

Sturdy footwear: The surface of most walking trails is soft sand.

Daypack: Suitable for hiking. 

Camera & binoculars: There will be lot's of opportunities to use either of these.