Karijini National Park and Ningaloo Reef

This is one of our two camping tours (the other one is the Kimberley). Each night we camp in designated campgrounds, staying between one and five nights at each location.

All camping equipment is provided, except sleeping bags and pillows. The tents are spacious four person tents, which will be used for one or two people if you are coming as a couple. A thick self inflating mattress is provided to sleep on as well as a knee high stretcher bed. If you’ve never put up a tent before, don’t worry, we’ll help you become an expert in no time.

There are long-drop toilets in Karijini and flushing toilets in Exmouth. Showers are available all the way There is also ample opportunity for swimming on most days.

The only washing machines are at Tom Price caravan park and Exmouth. Water is available for bucket washing of clothes. We find that clothes get so dirty and dusty you might as well keep wearing the same ones!

Luggage: Due to health and safety requirements, please limit your luggage to one small-medium sized, soft sided bag per person – it has to be loaded and unloaded many times. 12 kg should be sufficient. If you’re travelling as a couple, please pack two smaller bags rather than one large one. Sleeping bag, pillow, day pack and walking poles can be additional to your main luggage bag.

Suggested items to pack for your tour:

• Pillow, sleeping bag and sleeping sheet (in a sturdy plastic bag if they don’t fit in your luggage);
• Day-pack – one with a waist strap is best to help take some weight off your shoulders;
• Shorts or trousers and shirts for walking – lightweight and quick-dry material are best;
• Casual clothing for evenings and rest days;
• Warm clothing in case of cold evenings and mornings – jumper, tracksuit pants, beanie;
• Waterproof jacket;
• Walking socks;
• Comfortable, sturdy walking shoes or boots (ankle support is recommended as many surfaces are rocky and uneven);
• Reef sandals or shoes for walking in water. Make sure they have good grip even when they’re wet;
• Ankle gaiters/sock protectors suitable for hot weather (not plastic);
• Sun protection – hat, sunglasses, sunscreen (and consider your clothing);
• Bathers and small swimming towel (lightweight so you can easily carry them);
• Bath towel;
• Toiletries, hand sanitiser and personal medication;
• Reliable headlamp with spare batteries (much better than a torch because you can use both hands when wearing a headlamp);
• Any preferred first aid supplies such as blister treatment (your guides will carry a first-aid kit);
• Water bottle/s – 2 to 3 litre capacity;
• Fly net (to go over hat);
• Insect Repellent;
• Camera and charger/batteries (You can use your battery charger on the bus while we are driving). A waterproof camera is great for the many swimming holes;
• Walking poles if you use them;
• A lunch container so your sandwich doesn’t get squashed;
• Snacks for the walks if desired.

At this time of year (May/June) the days are typically clear and warm (average max 25 to 29°C) and the nights are usually mild but can get quite cold (average min 11 to 14°C).

Not Included:

• Travel insurance (recommended)
• Personal expenses (laundry, phone calls etc)
• Alcohol and carbonated drinks
• Pre and post tour accommodation
• Flights

You will be surprised at just how good the food is despite our remoteness and lack of facilities. Breakfast comprises cereals, fruit and toast, with the occasional cooked breakfast thrown in. Lunch is cold meats and salads as sandwiches, rolls or wraps. Dinner is a simple but yummy two course meal.

In addition, morning tea is provided and fresh fruit is available at all times. We are not allowed to have campfires in either of the national parks; food is cooked on gas stoves. All eating utensils are provided.

You may bring a small amount of alcohol with you, either in casks or cans – we can’t take glass. There will be an opportunity to purchase alcohol and other supplies during the tour when we stay in Tom Price. There is very limited capacity for cooling drinks.

The tour starts in Paraburdoo and finishes in Exmouth. Transport throughout the tour is via our air conditioned 21 seater coach (though we only take 15 guests)

Flights to Paraburdoo are operated by Qantas. We will pick you up from the airport but talk to us before arranging flights. If you would like us to book your flights, just let us know (no service charge).

Flights from Exmouth are also operated by Qantas. We will drop you at the airport in time for your flight.