Soak in the Essence of Ningaloo....

Essence of Ningaloo is a journey crafted by Exmouth Adventure Co, inviting you to experience the wild beauty of Australia’s Ningaloo like few ever do. By day, wander through the dramatic red gorges of Cape Range and drift over coral gardens alive with vibrant marine life. By night, unwind in the comfort of a well-appointed camp under a sky ablaze with stars. With an expert guide leading the way, discover the hidden stories, breathtaking landscapes and unforgettable moments that make Ningaloo one of the world’s last great oceanfront wildernesses. With your guide taking care of every detail, you’re free to simply savour the wonder, beauty and timeless magic of this World Heritage-listed coast.

ACTIVITIES INCLUDED IN THIS TOUR

Guided Beach-Entry Snorkelling | Guided Gorge Walking

SEASON

Mid April to early October

TOUR INCLUSIONS AT A GLANCE

Transport, national park entry and camping fees  | Snorkelling gear: quality snorkel and mask, fins, wetsuits in cooler months | Sun protection gear: long sleeve sun shirts (rashies), broad brim hats | All food and non-alcoholic drinks (BYO alcohol) | All camping gear | Photos taken by your guide

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Unwind and experience the best of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Ningaloo Reef and Cape Range National Park.

  • Guided Gorge Walks – Explore the striking landscapes of Yardie Creek and Mandu Mandu Gorges, with options to suit a range of abilities.

  • Snorkelling Adventures – Drift effortlessly over the coral gardens of Turquoise Bay, or discover the wonders of Lakeside, Oyster Stacks, or Osprey Bay (depending on the tides).

  • Cultural & Natural Insights – Visit the Milyering Discovery Centre, Jurabi Turtle Centre, and the historic Vlaming Head Lighthouse for a deeper connection to the region.

  • Comfortable Base Camp – Spend two nights in our well-equipped Cape Range National Park camp. Evenings are for unwinding under star-filled skies, sharing hearty meals, and enjoying the company of fellow explorers


A lady crouching on the banks of Yardie Creek Gorge taking a photo of black-flanked rock wallabies
A green turtle about to surface in clear blue water with snorkellers in the background
Base camp tents in landscape with sunset colours in sky above
A BRIEF ITINERARY:

B = Breakfast | L = Lunch | D = Dinner | S = Snacks

Day Prior to Departure: Pre-trip meeting and gear fit-out at Exmouth Adventure Co base at 4pm

Day 1 (Friday): Your expert guide will collect you up from your Exmouth accommodation starting from 7.15am, before making the 45-minute journey into Cape Range National Park (CRNP). During the journey, your guide will fill you in on the itinerary for the next 3 days – curated to take in the highlights of this World Heritage-listed coast and make the most of the expected weather conditions. You might head straight to Yardie Creek this morning for a spectacular morning walk, followed by a snorkel at one of a number of incredible beach-entry sites. In the afternoon, settle in to your comfortable beachside camp. L, D, S

Day 2 (Saturday): Start the day with another rewarding gorge walk offering wildlife-spotting opportunities and panoramic views of reef and range. Enjoy a picnic lunch at the Milyering Discovery Centre before exploring another world-class snorkel site in the afternoon. Return to camp mid-afternoon to unwind and relax before taking in an incredible west coast sunset. B, L, D, S

Day 3 (Sunday): We pack our personal belongings before leaving camp this morning, as we'll be returning to Exmouth town after the day's activities. Enjoy a guided snorkel first thing this morning, before visiting the Mangrove Bay bird hide, Jurabi Turtle Centre, enjoy the panoramic views from the Vlamingh Head lighthouse whilst enjoying a picnic lunch, and return to Exmouth town by 3pm. B, L, S

PRICE

Adults $1260    Kids (8-17) $1135.   Family (2A. 2C) $4310    Extra Child (only available on top of family price) $1020

Please contact us for custom or private group tour pricing (6 pax and over)

All pricing is on a twin-share basis. For those wishing to have a private 'solo' tent, a $50 single supplement applies

A 30% deposit is required on booking, with balance payable 30 days prior to departure

TOUR NUMBERS

This tour will run with a minimum of 4 participants and a maximum of 16 participants, plus guides and volunteers.

TOUR PRE-REQUISITES

Guests should have an average level of fitness and agility to enjoy this tour. Walking on uneven ground and soft sand for 500m is required to access some snorkel sites. Gorge walks require walking on uneven ground with some steep sections requiring rock scrambling (some guests may choose to opt out of these activities). Guests should have at least a basic level of swimming ability to enjoy this tour. Guests aged 60 years or over at the time of tour departure are required to gain a medical certificate from their physician stating they are fit to participate in the tour as described.

MEETING PLACE AND TIME

Pick up from your Exmouth accommodation starting from 7.15am on Day 1 of the tour, or meet at EAC base (24 Pelias St) at 7am.

Free on-street parking is available at EAC base, or secure parking is available inside our fenced yard for $10/day

Please get in touch to enquire about dates and availability. Last-minute enquiries, custom, solo and group bookings are welcome.

Gorge Walking

Enjoy striking landscapes, sweeping vistas and spotting some of Ningaloo’s iconic wildlife during guided walks at Yardie Gorge and Mandu Mandu Gorge in Cape Range National Park. Both walks require some rock scrambling, and have some steep, uneven sections of terrain. Your guide is always on hand to provide assistance when required.

A group of walkers stand at the base of a gorge looking up at the red rock of the gorge wall rising above them

Snorkelling

Each day provides fantastic snorkelling opportunities. Home to over 500 species of fish and 300 species of coral, the sheltered turquoise lagoons of Ningaloo offer a dazzling array of life, all within an easy swim from shore. Sites we may snorkel on this tour include Turquoise Bay drift, Oyster Stacks (tide-dependant), Lakeside and Osprey Bay.

A female snorkeller dives underwater for a closer look at vibrant coral and colourful fish life in crystal clear water

Beachside Camping

Arrive at camp to find your spacious 'stand up' tent already set up and fitted out with a high-density mattress, sheets, doona, pillow and a camp chair: ready for comfortable camping under the Ningaloo sky ablaze with stars. The campsite is well-appointed with picnic tables, camp kitchen, shade, wind shelter, toilet and solar showers.

Four tents nestled into the landscape in Cape Range National Park under a pastel pink, purple and blue sunrise

Inclusions

  • Complimentary pick up from and drop of to Exmouth accommodation
  • Long sleeve sun shirts, broad-brim hats if required
  • Snorkelling gear: snorkel, mask and fins, wetsuit or stinger suit in season
  • Comfortable camping gear: stand-up tents (twin-share, private solo tents are available for an additional $50 single supplement), pillows, sheets and doonas, camp chairs, camper trailer with fridge, wind and shade shelter, picnic tables, toilet and solar showers
  • Healthy and delicious food, non-alcoholic drinks (alcohol not included, byo welcome).
  • Transport to and from and within Cape Range National Park in our air-conditioned bus
  • National Park entry and camping fees
  • Qualified and experienced guides
  • Group first aid kit, risk management, emergency planning and communications
  • Complimentary tour photos taken by your guide

You Bring

A detailed info pack including packing list will be provided upon booking.

The basics are:

  • Water bottle, sunscreen, sunglasses
  • Camp and bushwalking clothes
  • Personal toiletries and medications
An osprey perched on the edge of a red rock gorge with glassy water in the gorge and the ocean in the background
Crystal clear turquoise water with silver fish swimming in the foreground
A rock wallaby crouches by a bush with a joey peaking out of her pouch

Tour FAQs

Yes, this is one of our recommended tours for families to enjoy together. Minimum age for this tour is 6 years old. There is no maximum age.

All levels of swimming ability are welcome. Our guides will run through the basics of snorkelling and are great teachers! You may request the use of a PFD for snorkelling and pool noodles are available to assist with flotation if required. However in order to fully enjoy this tour, and not impede the enjoyment of other guests, we recommend having at least a basic level of swimming and snorkelling competency.

We need a minimum of 4 people to confirm tour departure, and take a maximum of 16 guests, plus guides and volunteers. The average group size is between 6 and 12 guests.

This tour utilises a comfortable semi-private camp site which we return to each afternoon via vehicle. The camp is equipped with a drop toilet, solar showers, fridge and eskies, and has a sheltered communal area with picnic tables. The tents are large enough to stand in, and are set up and fitted out prior to your arrival. Tent accommodation is twin-share; if you would like your own private tent, a $50 single supplement applies.

Yes, as long as we have ample notice, it is no problem catering for specific dietary requirements, intolerances and allergies. Due to the costs of sourcing special ingredients from our small, remote town, there is a surcharge of $5/day for any special dietary requirements, with the exception of vegetarian.

There is limited mobile phone reception in the tour area, we carry a satellite phone for emergencies. This is usually reserved for outgoing calls only (to preserve battery life). If you need to be contacted urgently, our office can be contacted on 0477 685 123, and if necessary, someone will drive out to deliver a message.

Limited facilities are available at base camp for charging of devices via USB A. Our camp is 'off-grid'; all of our power for running our fridge and lighting comes from a triple battery set up, topped up by solar power. We ask that you please arrive with your devices fully charged, and switch phones to 'flight mode' once at camp (as there is no phone reception here) to save battery. Please bring spare batteries or a power bank if you have them, and USB charging cables

All tour cancellation or amendment requests must be received in writing. This tour has a 30-day cancellation policy. If you cancel your tour within 30 days of tour departure, the full amount of the tour will be charged, no refunds are given. If you cancel 30 days or more prior to tour departure, you will receive a full refund, minus any non-refundable booking fees or credit card processing fees. We advise you to take out travel insurance to cover the cost of the tour in the case of emergencies, travel delays or unforeseen changes. In the event of the tour being aborted once underway for unforeseen reasons, a possible partial refund will be considered upon application for full paying customers

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24 Pelias St
PO Box 796
Exmouth WA, 6707

Phone:
+61 (0)477 685 123

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OFFICE HOURS

Office open Monday to Saturday

 8.30am - 12.30pm

Closed Sunday

After hours HIRE return is available at no extra charge