✅ What’s Included
• Morning tea tasting at Yanchep Lavender Farm or Chocolate Drops
• All national park entry fees
• Experienced local driver-guide with comprehensive commentary
• Air-conditioned 24-seater coach transport
• Selected central Perth hotel pickups and dropoffs
• 1L refillable water bottle (available on vehicle)

🚫 What’s Not Included
• Lunch at the Lobster Shack (at your own expense)
• Any additional snacks or beverages
• Personal travel insurance (strongly recommended)
• Hotel transfers outside the listed central pickups
• Alcohol (not permitted on the coach)

Perth’s west coast enjoys mild to warm weather year-round with the best wildflower displays in spring.
• Spring (Sep–Nov) • Daytime 18–25 °C • Wildflowers in bloom and comfortable walking conditions
• Summer (Dec–Feb) • Daytime 25–32 °C • Warm and sunny – perfect for coastal views
• Autumn (Mar–May) • Daytime 20–28 °C • Mild and pleasant with fewer crowds
• Winter (Jun–Aug) • Daytime 15–20 °C • Cooler but still enjoyable with possible light showers
Practical note: Always pack a light jacket and comfortable walking shoes regardless of the forecast.

Documents & Essentials
• Photo ID and booking confirmation
• Any personal medications

Clothing (layered for coastal and desert conditions)
• Comfortable walking shoes or boots (no thongs or sandals)
• Light, modest clothing suitable for easy trails
• Hat, sunglasses and light jacket

Toiletries & First Aid
• Sunscreen, lip balm and insect repellent
• Reusable water bottle (1L provided on coach)

Electronics
• Charged phone and camera for the scenery

Accessories & Nice-to-Haves
• Small daypack for personal items
• Cash or card for lunch and any souvenirs

The Pinnacles Desert in Nambung National Park contains thousands of limestone pillars formed over millions of years when the area was underwater.

Lake Thetis is home to living stromatolites – some of the oldest known living fossils on Earth, dating back billions of years.

Yanchep is a quiet coastal area famous for its lavender farm and chocolate tearoom, both showcasing local produce in a relaxed setting.

Cervantes is a small fishing town known as the home of the Lobster Shack, where fresh west coast seafood is served with ocean views.

Wildflowers carpet the region in spring, with banksias, bottlebrush, grass trees and kangaroo paws creating colourful displays along the drive.

Wildlife sightings often include kangaroos, emus, echidnas and black cockatoos in their natural habitat.

Nambung National Park is protected for its unique geology and biodiversity, and the tour follows minimal-impact practices to help preserve it.

Local driver-guides share stories of the region’s Aboriginal heritage and the importance of respecting traditional owners.

The west coast’s seafood is celebrated for its freshness, with the Lobster Shack offering a genuine taste of the area’s fishing heritage.

Seasonal changes mean every visit feels a little different, whether you catch the wildflowers or enjoy the quieter winter light.

Carbon Footprint & Offset Report: Perth Coral Coast Discovery: Lobster, Lavender & Pinnacles Day Tour

Quick Snapshot

Estimated CO₂e footprint per participant: 95 kg CO₂e
(higher-end conservative estimate – covers all on-tour impacts plus average local travel to/from Perth pickup points)

Our 200% offset commitment per booking: 190 kg CO₂e
Funded through genuine landscape restoration in climate-vulnerable developing regions (reforestation, mangroves, soil regeneration, etc.). This creates real net-positive impact beyond neutrality.

Tour summary

• 9-hour day tour
• Max 20–28 guests
• Starts and ends at selected inner-city Perth pickup points
• Air-conditioned mini-coach (~300–400 km round trip)
• Lavender/chocolate tasting + fresh lobster lunch at Lobster Shack
• Scenic coastal drives with wildlife and wildflower stops

Overview

This report estimates the carbon footprint for one individual participant on this tour using higher-end data from trusted sources. We intentionally choose upper-range figures to fully cover every impact – including hard-to-measure parts like supply chains and indirect effects.

We then double it (200%) and fund genuine landscape restoration projects in developing and climate-affected regions worldwide. This goes beyond standard offsetting to deliver real, lasting benefits for ecosystems and communities.

All figures in kg CO₂e (carbon dioxide equivalent – the standard measure that includes all greenhouse gases).

Tour Details

• Duration: 9 hours
• Key locations: Inner-city Perth start/end, Yanchep (lavender farm or chocolate tearoom), Cervantes Lobster Shack, coastal scenic stops
• Travel style: Gourmet coastal discovery day tour with tastings and wildlife viewing
• Assumptions: Average participant, standard behaviours, higher-impact choices where uncertain. Local travel to pickup is factored into the higher-end footprint for completeness.

Calculation Approach

• Sources: UK DEFRA 2025 conversion factors, Australian National Greenhouse Accounts 2024, UNWTO tourism data, IPCC guidelines, and peer-reviewed studies.
• Higher-end scale: Upper-range emission factors (0.10–0.12 kg CO₂e per passenger-km for mini-coach with low-occupancy buffer), plus well-to-tank fuel effects, +20% uncertainty buffer, and conservative assumptions for tourism operations.
• Per person, full tour experience.
• Excludes only purely personal extras (e.g. souvenirs or optional alcohol).

Detailed Emissions Breakdown (per participant)

Transportation – 65 kg CO₂e

• Average local travel to/from Perth pickup points (higher-end mix): 25 kg
• All on-tour mini-coach transfers (~350 km average round trip, shared): 40 kg – higher-end diesel factor with realistic occupancy

Accommodation – 0 kg CO₂e

• Day tour only – no overnight stay

Meals & Food – 18 kg CO₂e

• Lavender/chocolate tasting + fresh Western Rock Lobster lunch (premium seafood): 18 kg – higher-impact estimate including production and tourism portions

Activities & Excursions – 10 kg CO₂e

• Tastings, Lobster Shack insights, coastal drives, wildlife/wildflower stops and commentary

TOTAL ESTIMATED FOOTPRINT PER PERSON: 95 kg CO₂e (rounded higher for full coverage)

Our 200% Offset Commitment

• Amount we will offset:2 × 95 kg = 190 kg CO₂e per individual booking
• How: Direct funding of landscape restoration projects – reforestation, mangrove protection, regenerative agriculture, wetland and soil carbon restoration
• Where: Developing countries and regions most affected by climate change (e.g. Pacific Islands, Southeast Asia, Africa, Latin America) for maximum global benefit and community co-benefits
• Why 200% and higher-end estimates: To guarantee coverage despite any measurement discrepancies and to create genuine extra positive impact

Important Notes

• Numbers are deliberately conservative (higher) so we over-deliver on restoration – real footprint may be lower
• The tour already has strong sustainability practices; our independent higher-end analysis adds extra certainty
• Carbon accounting has natural uncertainties – doubling it is the responsible way
• This directly supports long-term carbon-sequestering landscapes and local communities

How fit do I need to be?
A moderate level of fitness is recommended for the 1–2 hours of easy walking trails in the Pinnacles Desert.

What is the group size?
Maximum 20–24 guests on a comfortable 24-seater air-conditioned coach.

Is lunch included?
Morning tea is included; lunch at the Lobster Shack is at your own expense so you can choose what you’d like.

What time does the tour start and finish?
Pickup from selected central Perth locations between 9:30–10:00 am; return to Perth around 6:30–7:00 pm.

Are children allowed?
Yes, children 6 years and over are welcome. Infants and children under 6 are not suitable due to the walking and duration.

Is the tour suitable for people over 70?
A doctor’s certificate is required 30 days before travel for guests over 70.

Do I need to bring anything special?
Comfortable walking shoes, hat, sunscreen and a light jacket are recommended. A 1L water bottle is provided on the coach.

What happens if it rains?
The tour still runs as the coach is comfortable and the main attractions are accessible in light rain.

Is travel insurance recommended?
Yes, we strongly recommend it covers medical, cancellation and any unexpected changes.

Can I be picked up from my hotel?
Yes – selected central Perth hotels are included. Please confirm your pickup point when booking.