All Perth Tours & Excursions in 2026

Although there is quite a lot of time on a bus during the day, the trip was well worth it due to the variety of sites (Guilderton, Nilgen Natural Reserve, the migratory desert and the Pinnacles) we explored and learned about. The absolute highlight of the trip is the time in the Pinnacles desert. We arrived in time to explore independently until sunset, a time of magic as the shadows lengthen and draw long shapes on the sand. I came across a wallaby with a large joey pkking his nose out of her pouch while she ate the leaves from the native shrubs. She was not scred at all. Once the sun set (and it got very dak out in the desert) and other tourists exuted the park, we regrouped for the unique experience of a picnic with sparkling wine and strawberries and some stargazing in the desert, without the light pollution of a city that usually obscures the view. I saw places on this tour I would not otherwise have been easily able to access in my limited time in WA. Our guide, Annaliese, was unfailingly friendly, helpful and a font of knowledge about the flora, the environment and the constellations. We were fortunate to view Venus in its crescent phase through the large telescope Annaleise and Carolina (who guided the other bus) set up for us. It was a really special experience to have the peace of the park to ourselves while we enjoyed the picnic and gazed at the stars. I am very glad to have this experience; it was a highlight of my brief time in WA and everything ran very smoothly. Two things: I suggest going to the bathroom before going to the meeting point as there are no facilities available at The Criterion (it was closed when we met there at 1pm on a Saturday). Also, the bus was totally full, so while I recommend taking a jacket as it is very cold in the wind (which blew all day until around sunset!) and water, the bus can be cramped (it's full of people and there is no storage), so keep your day pack compact.