Walk Western Australia's Karijini & Ningaloo Reef

10 Days | Take a camping adventure and swim, snorkel and hike your way through the Australian Outback

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Minimise the driving time and maximise the adventure on this 10-day camping trip in Western Australia. Snorkel in the clear waters of Turquoise Bay at Ningaloo Reef, take a dip in secluded swimming holes fed by tumbling waterfalls, explore the rugged landscapes of Karijini National Park hike to scenic locations with your group of likeminded adventurers. With the perfect combination of activities and relaxation, surrounded by some of Australia’s most incredible scenery, this trip is perfect for hikers and nature-lovers – you'll also have the opportunity to swim with whale sharks!

Trip overview

Map of Walk Western Australia's Karijini & Ningaloo Reef including Australia
Start
Paraburdoo, Australia
Finish
Exmouth, Australia
Theme
Walking & trekking
Destinations
Australia
Physical rating
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Style
Basix
Ages
Min 15
Group size
Min 1 - Max 15
Trip code
PJXN
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Why you'll love this trip
  • Explore Karijini National Park with visits and hikes to Kalamina, Dales, Weano and Hancock Gorges and swims in Kermit's and Handrail Pools. Then, take the challenge and summit Mt Bruce – Australia’s second highest peak.
  • Chill out and enjoy the scenery! There’s no need for a map or GPS on this walking trip – with an expert local leader that knows the area inside-out, all you have to do is enjoy the journey.
  • Snorkel Ningaloo Reef, where you’ll see rich and diverse marine life plus vibrant coral creating a rainbow of colours underneath the turquoise waters.
  • Take the opportunity for an (optional) experience of a lifetime and go swimming with whale sharks, the world’s biggest fish, off Western Australia’s Coral Coast.
  • Enjoy breakfast at your campsite, fresh picnic lunches in incredible locations and delicious campfire dinners prepared by your leader – with all meals taken care of, you can focus on soaking up the landscape.

Is this trip right for you?
  • This trip involves plenty of walking over varied terrain and is best suited to travellers with a good level of mobility. Good footwear, plus perhaps walking poles are recommended. Details on physical activities can be found in the itinerary. If you need a break from walking, you can always have a day or sometimes an afternoon off to relax if you feel like it. Your guides will attempt to find alternative activities where possible.
  • This trip is operated and run by Inspiration Outdoors, an Intrepid Company. You will be travelling with a mixture of both Inspiration Outdoors customers and Intrepid customers. Intrepid works closely with Inspiration Outdoors to ensure that all of our customers enjoy their time away.
  • The majority of our campsites are unpowered, so be prepared to be without electricity for most nights. Please note that you will need to bring your own sleeping bag, or hire one at an additional cost. This will need to be requested prior to the trip via your booking agent.
  • Please note that swimming with whale sharks is not included on this trip and is an optional activity. It is very important that you pre-book any whale shark experiences, as these can sell out far in advance. You are able to book this service with us (subject to availability). Please let us know well ahead of time if you would like to add this option to your booking. Please also note that whale sharks visit the region between mid-March and mid-September only, so please make sure you schedule your trip accordingly if you would like to include this experience in your trip.

Itinerary

Map of Walk Western Australia's Karijini & Ningaloo Reef including Australia

Inclusions

Meals

9 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 9 dinners

Transport

Private Vehicle, Walking

Accommodation

Semi-permanent tented camp (shared facilities) (9 nights)

Activities
  • Karijini National Park - Dales Gorge
  • Karijini National Park - Kalamina Gorge walk
  • Karijini National Park - Karajini Visitor Centre
  • Karijini National Park - Mt Bruce Summit walk
  • Karijini National Park - Hancock Gorge
  • Karijini National Park - Kermit's Pool
  • Karijini National Park - Weano Recreation Area
  • Karijini National Park - Weano Gorge & Handrail Pool
  • Cape Range National Park - Mandu Mandu Walk
  • Cape Range National Park - Yardie Gorge Trail
  • Ningaloo Marine Park - Turquoise Bay
  • Cape Range National Park - Charles Knife Canyon & Badjirrajirra Walk trail
Add on activities
  • Exmouth - Swimming with Whale Sharks (Participant) (March to July only) - AUD525
  • Exmouth - Half Day Snorkelling and Coral Viewing Tour with Glass Bottom Boat - AUD165
  • Exmouth - Swimming with Whale Sharks (Observer) (March to July only) - AUD275
  • Exmouth - Off Peak Whale Shark & Ningaloo Reef Tour (August to October only) - AUD445

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Important notes

START & END TIMES
The trip begins at Paraburdoo Airport on day 1. For pick up times for the different days of the week please read the joining point instructions carefully. The trip finishes finishes with a transfer to Exmouth or Exmouth Airport on the last day.

SINGLE TRAVELLERS
Single travellers will have their own tent for all camping nights.

LUGGAGE LIMIT
Luggage limit is strictly one small-medium sized soft sided back, maximum weight 12kg per person. Sleeping bag, pillow, day pack and walking poles can be carried in addition to your main luggage.

OPERATOR
This trip is operated and run by Inspiration Outdoors, an Intrepid Company. You will be travelling with a mixture of both Inspiration Outdoors customers and Intrepid customers. Intrepid works closely with Inspiration Outdoors to ensure that all of our customers enjoy their time away.

SWIMMING WITH WHALE SHARKS
Swimming with whale sharks is not included on this trip and is an optional activity. It is very important that you pre book any Whale Shark experiences, as this can sell out far in advance. You are able to book this service with us (subject to availability). Please also note that whale sharks visit the region between mid-March and mid-September only, so please make sure you schedule your trip accordingly if you would like to include this experience in your trip.

ITINERARY VARIATIONS
The itinerary for each trip departure may have variations due to flight arrival times, gorge access, weather conditions and other factors beyond our control. Rest assured our team of professional leaders will bring you a very memorable experience.

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Reviews

4.8 out of 5 based on 10 reviews submitted.
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Guy · Traveled September 2024
Best if both worlds - surprising and magnificent gorges with all the colour and drama and the beautiful waters off Ningaloo reef. Just as promised. Amazing!
Review submitted 20 Sep 2024

Gaye · Traveled August 2024
Do it do it! Such variety. Great food. Stacey and Carlo exceptional and enthusiastic.. camping was comfortable.. highly recommend..
Review submitted 28 Aug 2024

Beverley · Traveled July 2024
My trip to WA to Karajini NP and Exmouth and Ningaloo Reef was informative, challenging, restorative and lots of fun. The guides cared for us, educated us, befriended us and opened up a world of magnificent gorges, swimming holes and snorkelling. Congratulations on a well planned and smoothly executed camping and hiking trip.
Review submitted 06 Aug 2024

Margaret · Traveled July 2024
Don’t put it off! Just book and hope you get Dan and Camry as your Inspiration tour guides. They will help you conquer the gorges and hikes with likeminded travellers in your group. Safely enter and swim in gorges, hike trails and explore Karijini NP, Exmouth (climb Mt Bruce).
Review submitted 14 Jul 2024

Caroline · Traveled May 2024
Highly recommend this trip. The itinerary was a perfect mixture of experiences, action packed but adequate catered down time like amazing sunset dinners and drinks. Our guides Tom and Dan were caring, considerate, knowlegeable , a lot of fun and great cooks too.
Review submitted 26 May 2024
Walk Western Australia's Karijini & Ningaloo Reef
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USD $2,815