8 Day Exmouth & Karijini Tour
Why will you love this tour?
- Explore the beaches in turquoise bay, Ningaloo Reef, where you’ll have views of the rich and diverse marine life and colourful coral underneath.
- Drive to the top of the gorge for limitless views of Cheela Plains, where you’ll have the chance to enjoy sunset drinks and dinner around the campfire.
- Explore the highlights of Karjini National Park, including West Karijini, Hancock Gorge, Kermit’s Pool, Junction Pool and many other special gems in the area.
- Spend time relaxing in the amazing rocky environment of Hamersley Gorge, and cool off with a dip in the Jade Pools.
Is this trip right for you?
- This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes and comfortable clothing.
- Just as a heads up before you book: this trip is new to our range this year. And while we have thoroughly researched every detail of the logistics, new destinations can sometimes throw us some unexpected surprises. More often than not, it’ll be a great surprise. But every now and again there might be a hiccup. We like to think that’s what puts the ‘adventure’ in ‘adventure travel’.
- It’s challenging to find accommodation at comfort standard in this region and so accommodation may not meet the expectation of our usual comfort trips
Full Itinerary
Key: B = Breakfast, L = lunch, D = Dinner
Day 1: Exmouth, Cape Range National Park & Ningaloo Reef
- Welcome meeting at 11am at Ningaloo Lodge.
- Spend the afternoon exploring Exmouth, Cape Range National Park & Turquoise bay
- Enjoy a special drift snorkel experience on Ningaloo Reef
- We return to our accommodation to freshen up. Why not head out for a meal with your fellow travellers at one of the favourites – great local restaurants and 2 unique breweries.
Accommodation:
Day 2: Exmouth Free Day
- After breakfast, the day in Exmouth is yours. To suit everyone’s different taste, this tour is designed so you from a great range of optional activities with a local specialist. Book ahead with your travel agent to avoid missing out.
- Optional experience – Snorkeling with wild whale sharks.
- Or chose to enjoy the local area and have a relaxing day.
Accommodation:
Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Day 3: Bullara Station & Cheela Plains
- After a great breakfast we depart Exmouth for Karijini National Park.
- Enjoy morning tea at Bullara Station.
- We make stop on the Ashburton River for lunch.
- Arrive at the lovely remote Cheela Plains Station Stay, get you all checked in & round the fire for a bevvy and meal prepared by guide.
- Dark sky enthusiasts are in for a treat when the sun goes down and the southern sky puts on a show!
Accommodation:
- Cheela Plains Station Stay – Shared bathroom facilities
Meals Included:
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Tom Price & Karijini National Park
- This morning we rise early to have breakfast then depart for Tom Price, the gateway to Karijini National Park.
- Depart for the spectacular Karijini National Park. This morning we will explore West Karijini, Hancock Gorge, Kermit’s Pool, Junction Pool and more special gems.
- Enjoy prepared lunch at Weano Recreation area.
- Travel to Joffre Gorge and descend from the heat to an oasis of pools and ferns. Swimming, relaxing and taking our time to enjoy.
- After a great afternoon we arrive at our Safari in Style Karijini camp for the evening. Your guide prepares a well-cooked meal. Guests are assigned a private tent. Bring your own sleeping bag or grab one provided.
Accommodation:
- Private Tent in a new Karijini camp – Shared bathroom facilities.
Meals Included:
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Karijini National Park
- Enjoy breakfast prepared by our guide before making our way to Dales Gorge.
- We start the day with a quiet swim at lovely Fern Pool and check out Fortescue Falls.
- We then hike 1.5km through Dales Gorge to Circular Pool for another well earned swim.
- We climb out of Dales Gorge and your guide prepares lunch.
- Karijini Visitors Centre. Opportunity to learn more about Karijini past present & future, engage traditional owners & browse the gift shop.
- We return to our camp for the evening. Enjoy a cup of tea or a coffee in the afternoon and a chance to rest before you enjoy another cooked meal by your guide under the southern sky.
Accommodation:
- Private Tent in a new Karijini camp – Shared bathroom facilities.
Meals Included:
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Hamersley Gorge, Jade Pools & Cheela Plains
- After breakfast we make our back to Tom Price to refuel before we head to Hamersley Gorge for a very relaxed morning of lazing around this amazing micro environment with a lovely dip in Jade Pools.
- Return to Tom Price and we all enjoy pizza lunch together at the Tom Price hotel restaurant.
- We make our way back to lovely Cheela Plains Station Stay.
- Check into accommodation & freshen up.
- We enjoy a meal prepared at Cheela Plains.
Accommodation:
- Cheela Plains Station Stay – Shared bathroom facilities
Meals included:
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7: Return to Exmouth
- Breakfast at Cheela Plains before making our way back to Exmouth.
- We stop at Nanutarra Roadhouse for lunch on the way (Guests purchase own lunch at the Roadhouse), guide to serve coffee & tea.
- Arrive back at Exmouth to freshen up before we take you to a local favourite, for a relaxed farewell dinner and a chance to reflect on an amazing adventure together.
Accommodation:
Meals included:
- Breakfast, Lunch
Day 8: Tom Price & Karijini National Park
- Enjoy breakfast and say farewell to your new travel mates.
- Staying on? Post tour accommodation available through Via Travel.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Special information:
Please note that there is no accommodation included tonight.
Age Requirements & Tour Style:
Must be 18+ to travel on the tour unless an approved minor (8-17 years old) is accompanied by an adult. All guests must be young in spirit & active enough to participate daily in light to medium walks, some lasting up to 2 hours.
Departure Dates: See the live Calendar
8 Day Exmouth & Karijini Tour gallery
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DepartureExmouth
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IncludedIncluded Meals - Breakfast (7) Lunch (6) Dinner (3)Transport per daily ItineraryLocal experienced driver/guideExmouth, Cape Range National ParkTurquoise bay and chance to snorkel on Ningaloo reef from the beach (equipment provided)Cape Range National Park entryLunch with a welcoming and Knowledgeable first Nations ladyDales GorgeJoffre Gorge - descend from the heat to an oasis of pools and ferns. Swimming, relaxing and taking our time to enjoyKarijini Park entryExplore West Karijini, Hancock Gorge, Kermit’s Pool, Junction Pool and more special gems1.5km through Dales Gorge to Circular PoolKarijini Visitors Centre. Opportunity to learn more about Karijini past present & future, engage traditional owners & browse the gift shopHamersley Gorge for a very relaxed morning of lazing around this amazing micro environment with a lovely dip in Jade PoolsVisit Tom PriceRemote Cheela Plains Station StayDark sky enthusiasts are in for a treat when the sun goes down and the southern sky puts on a show!Active tour style provides opportunities for nature walks, snorkeling, swimming, spotting animals in the wildWe include ‘must-sees’ but we also expose our guests to family-run hospitality, locally-produced food and wine, and a variety of down-to-earth experiencesAir-conditioned VehicleFully catered quality meals as detailed in itineraryExperienced and knowledgeable guides
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