At a Glance
Swim with the ocean’s gentle giants – whale sharks and humpback whales – at the World Heritage-listed Ningaloo Reef, with this action-packed, 4-day package based out of the famous Sal Salis beach safari camp.
Situated halfway up the West Australian coastline, Ningaloo Reef is the world’s largest fringing reef, a 260-kilometre (162-mile) long coral reef teeming with manta rays, turtles, dolphins, dugongs and more than 500 species of fish. Nowhere else on Earth can you see such a diverse array of marine life in such large numbers – and with such regularity. Ningaloo Reef is truly a bucket-list destination!
With transfers included from Learmonth Airport (LEA), you’ll spend 3-nights at Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef. Hidden in the white sand dunes of Cape Range National Park, Sal Salis offers just 15 eco-luxe wilderness ...
Trip Highlights
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What's Included
- 3-nights’ accommodation in a Wilderness Tent at Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef on a twin share basis
- Regionally inspired daily menu prepared by onsite chef with a select assortment of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages available from an open bar
- Whale Shark Swim (Mar – Jul) OR Humpback Whale Swim (Aug – Oct) for one day
- The use of non-motorised water sports equipment including kayaks, stand-up paddle boards, snorkelling equipment, and wetsuits
- Daily guided activities such as walks in Cape Range National Park, reef snorkelling tours, kayaking excursions
- Guest National Park fees
- Shared transfers to/from Learmonth Airport
Itinerary
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Arrive into Learmonth Airport (LEA) and enjoy a pre-arranged road transfer to Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef, where the outback meets the reef. You’ll stay the next three nights in one of 15 free-standing wilderness tents with eco-friendly ensuite. Treat yourself to a selection of beverages from the open bar and look on as the resident chef prepares mouth-watering modern Australian cuisine augmented with native ingredients. Dinner is shared with other guests, guides and hosts against the backdrop of a magnificent Indian Ocean sunset. |
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After a delicious breakfast, spend the day making the most of Sal Salis’ included activities. Swim, snorkel or dive into the crystalline waters on your doorstep. Sea kayak out to secret lagoons and reef sites in search of soft coral, sponges, wobbegong sharks and hundreds of marine fish. With a local guide, hike the three-kilometre (1.86mi) return trail into nearby Mandu Mandu Gorge and keep your eyes peeled for red kangaroos, rock wallabies, 80 species or reptiles and more than 100 species of birds. Or, simply laze around the campground with a cold beverage or a good book. There is no need to pre-book activities as each day is mapped out by the guides according to the weather and tide. As the sun sets, enjoy another sumptuous evening meal. |
Sal Salis, Ningaloo ReefBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
After another delicious breakfast, embark on the once-in-lifetime experience of swimming with the gentle giants of the Indian Ocean: whale sharks or humpback whales. From March to July, your whale shark experience begins with a transfer to Tantabiddi Boat Ramp (about 25-minutes’ drive) where you will meet your experienced skipper and crew for the day. Motor out into the deep to begin the search, aided by a spotter aircraft that relays sightings to the skipper. Once the whale sharks have been found, the crew will help you get kitted up to swim with the world’s largest fish – a truly transformative experience! From August to October, your experience begins in much the same way, but instead of whale sharks, all eyes are on the world’s largest mammal: the humpback whale. As you swim with these majestic creatures, listen for the males’ incredible songs and look on in wonder as they breach, lunge, slap the water and blow. During both experiences, the spotter plane will be on the lookout for manta rays, turtles, dolphins, dugongs and sea birds. Depending on the day, you may return to the calm waters of Ningaloo Reef for lunch and snorkelling. Return to camp will be in mid-afternoon. As the sun sets, enjoy another sumptuous evening meal. |
Sal Salis, Ningaloo ReefBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
After one final breakfast, say farewell to Ningaloo Reef and board your pre-arranged transfer back to Learmonth Airport (LEA) to commence your onward journey. * Complimentary camp activities may vary day to day, are not bookable in advance, are seasonal and subject to weather conditions and tides. This itinerary is provided as an example only – prevailing conditions and local arrangements may cause variation. |
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Dates & Prices
Daily departure from March to November on request. Please contact us for group bookings.
More Info
The start point is Exmouth, Western Australia
The finish point is Exmouth, Western Australia
Major commercial flights provide convenient access to Learmonth (Exmouth) Airport (LEA)
March – June
This time of year is cool in the mornings with an offshore breeze and warm during the day. Average water temperature is 23- 28°C, daytime air temperature is between 26-35°C. This is the season for manta rays, dolphins, dugongs and whale sharks.
July – October
This time of year is warm during the day and cool in the mornings and evenings. Average water temperature is 21-25°C, daytime air temperature is between 24-30°C. This is when the humpback whales are regularly sighted as well as manta rays and dolphins.
November - December
This time of year is warm during the day. Average water temperature is 22-25°C, daytime air temperature is between 28 -32C. This is the season for manta rays, dolphins, turtle nesting & hatchlings.
Onlyluxe Travel acts as travel agency and work with different tour operators.
Payment Detail
All pricing is in Australian dollars and are quoted on a per person twin share basis. A supplementary price is available (see below). Bookings are not confirmed until full payment and the signed Booking Form has been received by Onlyluxe Travel.
A non-refundable 30% deposit is payable within 7 days of your booking, with the final balance due 60 days prior to departure. If a booking is made 60 days or less before departure, the full payment is payable immediately. Last minute bookings are payable before arrival. Failure to pay on time may result in automatic cancellation of a booking with cancellation penalties payable to Onlyluxe Travel. If you pay by credit card or PayPal a surcharge will be added to the total price.
Single Supplement
All accommodation is twin share. Single guests will share with someone of the same gender. If a single room is demanded, a supplementary price of will apply. The supplementary price refers to our quotation and needs to be stipulated at the time of booking.
General Cancellation Policies
- Outside of 60 days monies will be refunded less 30% of full fee
- Within 60 days prior to arrival all monies will be forfeited
- No refunds will be given in the event of non-arrival, any unused services or unused nights due to flight or weather disruption
- We strongly recommend guests protect themselves with travel insurance and medical insurance
Please Note: Cancellations must be advised in email and will take effect from the date they are received.
Liability
The participant agrees to indemnify Onlyluxe Travel, and its servant, tour operator and agents, in relation to any liability, loss and damage which the tour operator, or its servants and/or agents may incur as a result of the participants, negligence or misconduct during the tour.
Smoking is not permitted on the bus, or in tents or in other accommodation being used by tour operator at the time that a trip is being conducted.
Child Policy
Please consult travel consultant on age limit.
Changes to Itineraries
Local conditions may necessitate changes to sightseeing, walking and driving routes, camping and accommodation locations. While every effort will be made to provide the services and experiences as offered in our brochure, on our website, and in our trip letters, we reserve the right to vary your itinerary. In the event that we are forced to change your arrangements, substitute arrangements of a similar standard will be provided. The tour operator will not be liable where interruptions to itineraries are caused by weather conditions, technical problems to transport used by the tour operator, industrial action, political or civil commotion or other circumstances beyond our control. We refer you to the conditions regarding travel insurance.
Changes in Prices
While we will do its utmost to honour its pricing unforeseen circumstances may mean that prices may be subject to change without notice.
Pre-Existing Medical Conditions and Age Limits
You need to advise Onlyluxe travel and the tour operator on any pre-existing medical condition, mobility impairment and/or disability that might reasonably be expected to increase the risk of your requiring medical attention, or that might affect the normal conduct of a trip and the enjoyment of other trip members. Onlyluxe Travel and the tour operator may require an assessment of your medical condition from a qualified medical practitioner. If you fail to adequately notify the tour operator of any pre-existing medical conditions and/or disability, the tour operator reserves the right, at its reasonable discretion, to cancel your participation in a trip at any time, including after the commencement of your trip, with no right of refund if your medical condition, mobility impairment and/or disability could be reasonably expected to affect the normal conduct of the trip and the enjoyment of other trip members.
Cancellation by The Tour Operator
The walks take place in very special wilderness settings. The tour operator is at the mercy of nature in all her beauty and all her fury. The tour operator will under no circumstance knowingly place at risk the health and well-being of our guests and guides. In the case of natural threats, acts of God and the like (e.g. bushfires, impassable snow, etc) the tour operator may need to cancel a walk with very little notice. In some cases, this can occur after the walk has commenced. The tour operator reserves the right to cancel any walk up to 60 days prior to departure if a minimum of 4 walkers are unable to meet for a tour. If the tour operator needs to cancel for any reason, the cost of the walk or any other costs associated with travel to the designated pick up point, overnight accommodation, meals, etc will not be covered by the Onlyluxe Travel and therefore we strongly recommend travel insurance be taken out prior to travel.
Force Majeure
'Force Majeure' means (without restriction) any event which Onlyluxe Travel or its third party providers could not, even with due care, foresee or avoid. Force Majeure covers events such as, but not limited to, adverse weather conditions, fire and all similar events beyond our control. In the case of Force Majeure Onlyluxe Travel will not accept liability, and reserves the right to change and cancel trips.
Evacuations
In rare circumstances, due to injury or unforeseen illness, the tour operator may need to evacuate you from a remote part of the walk. Helicopter evacuations are expensive and in most cases will be at a cost to the customer.
For Australian residents, under the Australian Government Medicare Act, it is prohibited for any domestic travel insurance product to provide any financial reimbursement with regard to ambulance or air ambulance services. We therefore strongly advise our customers to take specific ambulance cover through their health insurance provider. Evacuation cost will not be covered by the Onlyluxe Travel and therefore it is also strongly recommended that our customers take out travel insurance to cover (amongst other things) the costs associated with evacuation.
Travel Insurance
In view of the heavy cancellation penalties applied to cancelled reservations in certain circumstances, we strongly recommends suitable travel insurance be purchased at the time the holding deposit is paid. We recommend insurance cover that covers any loss which may be suffered due to cancellation. We also strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance against loss of baggage and medical expenses.
