Ride the Wind: Your Wild WA Adventure
If you’ve ever dreamed of chasing wind down a rugged, untamed coastline with nothing but the open road and ocean by your side—this is it. Welcome to the wildest kiteboarding adventure in Australia.
This 14-day 4×4 road trip from Perth to Exmouth and back is no ordinary retreat. It’s a salt-swept, soul-stirring journey through Western Australia’s most breathtaking landscapes. Think world-class kiteboarding spots, empty beaches, fiery sunsets, and sleeping under the stars.
Led by Steph—kiteboarding guide, ocean-lover, and wilderness wanderer—this experience blends raw adventure with curated comfort. Choose to go full wild with rooftop tent camping or opt for a few hotel upgrades along the way. Optional add-ons like helicopter rides, skydiving, and manta ray swims let you shape the journey your way.
Whether you’re here to ride every day or slow down in between, you’ll find the freedom to do it all—your way.
This is a build-your-own adventure with optional add-ons like helicopter rides, skydiving, and manta ray swims. Choose between camping under the stars or upgrading to hotels along the way.
Highlights:
Skill Level: Independent kiters (assistance available). Private lessons available in Exmouth for those wanting to learn.
Max Group: 10 guests (2 per vehicle)
Vehicles: Fully equipped 4x4s with rooftop tents
Comms: WhatsApp group, daily briefings, satellite phone backup
Your Adventure, Your Inclusions
Included:
14 day vehicle hire, fully equipped 4×4 rooftop tent vehicle (shared)
Guided adventure by Steph (10+ years of experience)
Camping fees and National Park permits
Lunch at The Lobster Shack
Dinner in Perth
Dinner in Exmouth
Accommodation in Exmouth (hotel stay – stretch out from the rooftop tent!)
Beach bonfire experience
Indigenous cultural experience
Daily briefings and satellite phone backup
Fully equipped 4×4 rooftop tent vehicle (shared)
Guided adventure by Steph (10+ years of experience)
Camping fees and National Park permits
Beach bonfire experience
Indigenous cultural experience
Daily briefings and satellite phone backup
Not Included:
Fuel and food (pay-as-you-go, estimated $1,000 AUD)
Travel insurance (required)
Optional activities (skydiving, manta ray swim, etc.)
Food & Foraging Highlights
Most meals are excluded to allow flexibility and accommodate remote camping. Guests will be fully equipped to prepare their own meals, with time for shopping and local food stops. Five group meals are included throughout the journey.
Welcome Dinner in Perth – Connect with fellow adventurers over a nourishing meal to kick off the journey.
Lobster Shack Lunch in Cervantes – Feast on fresh crayfish by the sea.
Exmouth Dinner – A relaxing meal to celebrate reaching the top of the coast.
Camp Cooking – Enjoy shared meals under the stars with optional local produce stops.
Flexible Options – Choose your own food adventures en route or dine out in coastal gems. There will be time to stock up on food during vehicle prep in Perth, and plenty of shopping options are available along the route. Discover little bakeries and Steph’s favourite coastal eateries along the way for coffee breaks, sweet treats, and local gems.
Bring Your Fishing Rod – Fresh catches could be your dinner! Cast a line from camp or beach stops along the coast.
Deposit & Payment Schedule:
Reserve your place with a $1,000 AUD non-refundable deposit.
Remaining balance due within 60 days of booking or by September 1, 2025, whichever comes first.
Pricing Options
To keep things simple, we’ve refined our packages to just two options that reflect how most guests love to travel—with space, ease, and everything you need to adventure in comfort:
Couples Package – $10,000 AUD per vehicle (2 people)
Perfect for partners or best mates. Share a fully equipped 4×4 with rooftop tent and enjoy all retreat inclusions, park fees, and a hotel upgrade in Exmouth. For mates travelling together, a second bed (swag + bedding) can be added for $300 AUD.Solo Explorer – $6,500 AUD per person
Drive your own Hilux or Land Cruiser and camp in your own rooftop tent. Includes all retreat inclusions, park fees, and the freedom to roll solo.
Want to bring a third or fourth? Additional passengers can join for $3,500 AUD — all listed inclusions plus a swag and bedding setup.
All vehicles are fully equipped Toyota Hilux or Land Cruisers, ready for off-grid comfort and coastal exploration.
Book with a friend and you’ll each receive $500 off your package.
Itinerary Overview
Let the coastline be your compass as we journey over 3,200 km of wild beauty, iconic kite spots, and soul-stirring adventure. This isn’t just an itinerary—it’s a story written in wind, salt, and sand.
Total Distance: ~3,200 km
Day 1 – Perth (Arrival & Prep)
Our journey begins in vibrant Perth. Meet your crew, get briefed, stock your 4x4s, and settle into adventure mode. We’ll share our first group dinner—where new faces quickly become new friends.
Day 2 – Perth → Lancelin → Jurien Bay (~230 km)
Our first taste of kiting freedom kicks off in Lancelin—where you’ll ride waves or flatwater, depending on your vibe. We’ll feast on fresh cray at the Lobster Shack before camping under the stars at beachside Sandy Cape.
Day 3 – Jurien Bay → Kalbarri (~350 km)
Begin the day exploring the otherworldly Pinnacles Desert. Brave souls can skydive above the coastline for a thrill before heading north to camp at the legendary Coronation Beach—your next epic kite session awaits.
Day 4 – Kalbarri National Park
Trade kiteboards for hiking boots and explore the deep red canyons and ancient formations of Z-Bend and Nature’s Window. Optional quad biking adds an adrenaline kick before another peaceful camp night beneath the stars.
Day 5 – Kalbarri → Shark Bay (~400 km)
Immerse yourself in local wisdom with an Indigenous cultural experience, then meet the famous wild dolphins of Monkey Mia. Our remote beach camp near Shark Bay is a magical place to watch the sun melt into the sea.
Day 6 – Shark Bay → Coral Bay (~550 km)
Set off on one of the most scenic drives of the trip. On arrival, snorkel through vibrant coral gardens or simply soak in the calm of Coral Bay. Camp vibes continue with a side of salty serenity.
Day 7 – Coral Bay & Manta Rays
Today is yours to go deep or go slow. Swim with graceful manta rays or lounge by the shore. This day is about presence—just you, the sea, and maybe a turtle or two.
Day 8 – Coral Bay → Exmouth (~150 km)
Follow the coastline north, stopping to kite or surf wherever the conditions call. Tonight, we camp at the edge of Cape Range National Park—where red earth meets turquoise sea.
Day 9 – Cape Range National Park & Ningaloo
Take your 4×4 into the wild heart of Cape Range. Rugged gorges and secret beaches make this a choose-your-own-adventure day. Unwind with a delicious group dinner in Exmouth—and if you need a break from the rooftop, your hotel bed awaits.
Day 10 – Exmouth & Kiteboarding
Let the wind decide your pace. Hit Exmouth’s best kite spots or take in Ningaloo’s reef from the sky on an optional heli tour. Either way, you’ll sleep well—under canvas or in comfort.
Day 11 – Exmouth → Coral Bay (~150 km)
We begin the journey home with one last play in Exmouth’s waters. Return to Coral Bay for an evening that feels both familiar and full of magic.
Day 12 – Coral Bay → Kalbarri (~550 km)
A big drive leads us back south—but we’ll end the day in style with a beach bonfire and our final night under the stars. The kind of evening where stories flow and friendships lock in.
Day 13 – Kalbarri → Jurien Bay (~350 km)
Squeeze in one more kite session or coastal stop as we roll into Jurien Bay. You can almost feel the shift—part nostalgia, part accomplishment.
Day 14 – Jurien Bay → Perth (~230 km)
Our final drive brings us full circle. We’ll return our vehicles and gear—and take with us a whole new set of stories, sun-drenched memories, and friendships that feel like family.
What to Pack
Here’s a suggested packing list to help you feel prepared and comfortable for the road ahead:
Essentials:
Valid driver’s license
Passport (for ID and travel insurance purposes)
Travel insurance documents
Credit/debit card and some cash
Camping & Sleeping:
Sleeping bag + pillow
Headlamp or torch (with extra batteries)
Lightweight towel
Reusable water bottle (2L+)
Clothing:
Swimmers and rashie
Comfortable activewear
Warm layers (nights can be cold)
Lightweight jacket/windbreaker
Casual outfit for group dinners
Flip-flops and enclosed shoes
Gear:
Kiteboarding / Wing gear: smaller kites, average wind 25 knots (independent kiters)
Wetsuit (spring or full suit – water temp around 20–23°C; wetsuit optional depending on comfort)
Dry bag for valuables
Snorkel gear (optional)
Power bank/charging cords
Toiletries & Personal:
Biodegradable soap/shampoo
Sunscreen & lip balm (reef safe)
Insect repellent
Personal medication & first aid basics
Journal, book, or cards for downtime
Optional:
Fishing rod 🎣
Your favorite snacks
Reusable shopping bag
Pack light, pack smart—there’s limited space in the vehicles
About Your Host – Steph
Steph’s love affair with the ocean began in 2012, when she hosted her first kiteboarding group—and never looked back. As a co-owner of Australian watersports stores and Melbourne’s Go Kite school until 2021, she spent years immersed in the salty, sun-kissed world of kiting and surf culture. She also lived in Western Australia in recent years and completely fell in love with its raw, untamed beauty—calling it the wildest coastline in all of Australia.
She co-founded Moon Tours and has guided watersports adventures across some of the world’s most spectacular locations: from the turquoise lagoons of Fiji and Maldives to the wild shores of Mozambique, Mauritius, Zanzibar, PNG, and Sri Lanka.
Being on the water is more than a sport for Steph—it’s her moving meditation. A place to disconnect from the noise, reconnect to herself, and find freedom for her busy mind.
With over 13 years of experience leading global retreats and deep roots in luxury travel, Steph now calls Byron Bay home and leads Thrive Collection—soulful, purpose-led retreats for women ready to explore, expand, and thrive.
Her gift? Creating spaces where you feel safe to stretch, play, and come alive.
Behind the Adventure: Why I Created This WA Road Trip
After more than a decade guiding kiteboarding trips around the world—from the shores of Mozambique to the lagoons of Fiji—I thought I’d seen it all. But living in Western Australia for a year changed everything.
I spent my time based in Jurien Bay, where I quickly fell in love with the rhythm of the land and sea. Still mornings were made for slow starts and nature walks, and like clockwork, the wind would arrive by midday—strong, clean, and perfect. It blew until sunset. I couldn’t believe how consistent it was. Around the island, especially at a spot called The Playground, you’ve got waves on one side and lagoon flatwater on the other. The conditions are magic.
And it’s not just about the kiting. From the sugar-white dunes of Sandy Cape to the reef-protected bays that rival anything I’ve seen in Africa, WA feels like a different world. This coastline mimics the wildness of Mozambique, with abundant marine life, national parks, and untouched beaches that stretch for days.
I created this retreat for people who crave more than just wind. It’s for adventure seekers, curious souls, and those ready to experience a slice of Australia most people overlook. You don’t need to be a hardcore kiter to join—this journey includes cultural immersion, hiking, camping, and once-in-a-lifetime experiences like manta ray swims and skydiving.
What I love most about leading these trips is watching people grow. Seeing someone nail their first downwinder or feel completely at home with strangers by night three is the magic that fuels me. I live for capturing those moments—through the lens and in the heart.
If you’ve never been to WA, this is your invitation. It’s not just a kite trip. It’s a choose-your-own-adventure story, written on red dirt roads and turquoise waves.
If it’s adventure, connection, support, and freedom you’re craving—this is for you.