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Western Australia in Spring with Peter Weston Western Australia in Australasia Spring with Peter Weston Trip Highligh ts Visit King’s Park ‑ one of Australia’s largest and most fascinating inner city parks Walk amongst giant tingle and karri trees Enjoy stunning coastal vistas Torndirrup National Park with its stunning granite outcrops and crashing waves Explore the Leeuwin Naturaliste National Park Looking for orchids in the Stirling Ranges Ravensthorpe Wildflower Festival Amazing wildflowers in the Fitzgerald National Park Trip escorted by Dr Peter Weston Trip Duration 15 days Trip Code: FFS Grade Introductory Activities Day Walks, Botanical exploration, Adventure Touring Summary 15 day trip, 14 nights hotel/motel/lodge, Day walking, touring, wildflowers Welcome to Why travel with World Expeditions? World Expeditions Australian Treks have been in continuous operation World Expeditions for more than 30 years, offering economical, reliable, environmentally Thank you for your interest in our Western Australia in Spring with friendly small group fully inclusive adventure holidays to some of the Peter Weston trip. At World Expeditions we are passionate about most beautiful pristine parts of Australia. Our trips cater to people from our off the beaten track experiences as they provide our travellers many walks of life, age groups and motivations. World Expeditions with the thrill of coming face to face with untouched cultures as well offers more than 30 tailored Australian itineraries that incorporate as wilderness regions of great natural beauty. We are committed to trekking, walking, rafting, cycling and climbing throughout Australia. ensuring that our unique itineraries are well researched, affordable and tailored for the enjoyment of small groups or individuals ‑ philosophies that have been at our core since 1975 when we began operating adventure holidays. Our itineraries will give you the very best travel experience, designed by people with incredible local knowledge who share our vision of authentic exchange and real exploration with a responsible tourism approach. Whether you like your adventures to include trekking, touring, cycling, mountaineering, kayaking or cruising World Expeditions can make it happen for you. We hope you will join us for a life changing experience!! 1 – © 2018 World Expeditions Travel Group ‑ Kate Harper 7/19/2018 2:45:36 PM Western Australia in Spring with Peter Weston trip dates The Trip On this exclusive tour with the Foundation & Friends of the Botanical Gardens, we take you 2019 04 Sep - 18 Sep on a tour of south west Western Australia in the Springtime. Known for its amazing array of wildflowers, in the company of Peter Weston we will travel south from Perth along the coast and as far East as the stunning Fitzgerald National Park. With the flexibility of our own vehicle, trip cost guides and well appointed accommodation, this well paced itinerary allows time for plenty of Joining Perth from: $6490 unique exploration. In the company of Peter Weston, this trip is not to be missed. All prices are per person About your Leader Your tour will be accompanied by Dr Peter Weston, former Senior Principal Research options & supplements Scientist with the National Herbarium of NSW. Peter’s special interests are the Proteaceae Single Supplement: $1460 and Orchidaceae families, both of which are spectacularly diverse in the area we will be visiting. Peter’s botanical expertise and enthusiasm will only serve to enhance this unique For competitive airfares and stopover ideas to join this adventure, contact our expert staff adventure. Peter has taken trips to Madagascar (twice) and South Africa with Foundation and today to receive a detailed quote. Friends as well as New Caledonia and most recently, Vietnam & Cambodia. At a Glance DAY 1 WEDNESDAY 4TH SEPTEMBER 2019 ‑ ARRIVE PERTH DAY 2 THURSDAY 5TH SEPTEMBER ‑ KING’S PARK & BOTANIC GARDEN DAY 3 FRIDAY 6TH SEPTEMBER ‑ HEADING SOUTH/MARGARET RIVER DAY 4 SATURDAY 7TH SEPTEMBER ‑ MARGARET RIVER AREA DAY 5 SUNDAY 8TH SEPTEMBER ‑ TO THE KARRI FOREST DAY 6 MONDAY 9TH SEPTEMBER ‑ TINGLE FOREST DAY 7 TUESDAY 10TH SEPTEMBER ‑ ALBANY AREA DAY 8 WEDNESDAY 11TH SEPTEMBER ‑ THE STIRLING RANGES VIA THE PORONGURUPS DAY 9 THURSDAY 12TH SEPTEMBER ‑ THE STIRLINGS DAY 10 FRIDAY 13TH SEPTEMBER ‑ HEADING TO HOPETOUN DAY 11 SATURDAY 14TH SEPTEMBER ‑ THE “FITZ” DAY 12 SUNDAY 15TH SEPTEMBER ‑ HEADING NORTH DAY 13 MONDAY 16TH SEPTEMBER ‑ WAVE ROCK AND THEN HEADING WEST DAY 14 TUESDAY 17TH SEPTEMBER ‑ JARRAH/MARRI FOREST DAY 15 WEDNESDAY 18TH SEPTEMBER ‑ TRIP CONCLUDES IN PERTH What’s included 14 breakfasts, 12 lunches, 13 dinners. 14 nights comfortable accommodation (as outlined in the itinerary) all National Park entry fees and visits as outlined in the notes professional wilderness guide and support staff all transport as listed by private coach emergency communications and group first aid kit trip escorted by Dr Peter Weston, Foundation & Friends What’s not Included Airfares Accommodation in Perth before or after the trip Items of a personal nature such as laundry or postage Daypacks Alcoholic beverages 2 – © 2018 World Expeditions Travel Group ‑ Kate Harper 7/19/2018 2:45:36 PM Western Australia in Spring with Peter Weston Travel insurance Meals not mentioned in the itinerary Local cash payments are becoming increasingly popular with many operators in the adventure travel industry. The policy seems to benefit the tour operators, more than the local economies or travellers, as it avoids local taxes and transfers the cost and risk of cash handling to travellers. In accordance with our Responsible Travel practices we have chosen a policy not to ask for such payments. Detailed Itinerary DAY 1 Wednesday 4th September 2019 - Arrive Perth Fly into Perth and get settled in for the evening, ahead of our grand botanical adventure! There will be one (1) airport transfer arranged for the day (time TBC) or take a taxi to our accommodation in the CBD. Accommodation: Ibis Hotel Meals: NIL DAY 2 Thursday 5th September - King’s Park & Botanic Garden One of the best places to see WA’s amazing wildflowers is right on your doorstep. It is a short bus ride to one of Australia’s largest and most fascinating inner city botanic gardens. With expansive views of the city and the Swan coastal plain, King’s Park has both curated and natural wildflower displays for us to explore. We will have lunch at Frasers Restaurant (own expense) with the stunning views out to the hills. Approximate time in bus: 30 mins Accommodation: Ibis Hotel Meals: B,D DAY 3 Friday 6th September - Heading south/Margaret River After breakfast, we will make our way south into the heart of wildflower country. There are a number of reserves that we can stop at along the way, before we get to the famed Margaret River coastline. Whilst primarily known for her wines, the Margaret River coastline is a botanical paradise. The Leeuwin Naturaliste National Park hosts more than 1,500 species of flora for us to explore. Today is just a taste ahead of a full day tomorrow. Approximate time in bus: 4.5 hours Accommodation: Margaret’s Beach Resort Meals: B,L,D DAY 4 Saturday 7th September - Margaret River Area There will be a bit of walking involved today, so tuck into a big breakfast! We have the full day to see the Jarrah forests, coastal heath and karri forests of this wonderful region. There are some great orchid spotting opportunities today as this is the home of Caladenia excelsa, Australia’s largest flowered spider orchid. We also have a good chance to see Western Australia’s spectacular floral emblem, the red and green Kangaroo Paw in its natural environment. Approximate time in bus: 1.5 hours Accommodation: Margaret’s Beach Resort Meals: B,L,D 3 – © 2018 World Expeditions Travel Group ‑ Kate Harper 7/19/2018 2:45:36 PM Western Australia in Spring with Peter Weston Fast Facts DAY 5 Sunday 8th September - To the Karri forest It is about a 1.5 hr drive from Margaret River to Pemberton where we will enter the old growth karri Singles: forest. These tall timbers are imposing with their long straight trunks and a plethora of wildflowers A single supplement is available for this trip* below. Leader: We will take our time to explore this area, keeping an eye out for the intensely coloured flowers of Expert local leader several pea species in the genera Chorizema, Kennedia and Hovea, before heading further south to the quaint coastal town of Walpole where more botanical delights await. Approximate time in bus: 3 hours Responsible Travel Accommodation: Tree Top Motel, Walpole Meals: B,L,D The natural environments that you’ll travel through are fragile; the cultures DAY 6 Monday 9th September - Tingle Forest and traditions precious and often the If you have never seen or heard of a Tingle tree, you are in for a treat today. These giants are only communities we pass through are reliant on found in this tiny patch around Walpole, and have to be one of Australia’s most impressive tree tourism. It is our responsibility as visitors species. to minimise the impact of our presence, With a mix of damp lands, karri forest, tingle forest and coast, we have lots of opportunities today protect what is precious and where we can to see a whole host of species in their natural environment, including the fascinating, carnivorous leave a positive impact. Learn how you Albany Pitcher Plant, Cephalotus follicularis. can do this by downloading the Thoughtful In the afternoon, we will transfer through to Albany, Western Australia’s oldest settlement. Traveller booklet from our website. Approximate time in bus: 1.5 hours Trip grading Accommodation: Best Western Albany Introductory Meals: B,L,D We recommend that you are in good DAY 7 Tuesday 10th September - Albany Area health with a good level of fitness to join The coastline around Albany is just spectacular, and incredibly floristically diverse.
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