How many days do you need in Karijini?

You can see the main sights in three days, but you’ll need five to explore more extensively. Allow yourself enough time to travel between gorges and start early to avoid the heat. There are no petrol stations within Karijini so it’s essential to bring ample fuel for travel within the park.

Do you need a 4wd for Karijini?

You do not need a 4WD to get around in Karijini National Park. A 4wd may be more comfortable when driving over the corrugated roads but 2WD access is possible. Do not take the unsealed road between Eco Resort and the Visitor Centre, this requires a high clearance 4wd as the track is in bad condition.

Is July a good time to visit Karijini?

It’s safe to say that late autumn and early winter is our favourite time of the year in Karijini. The days are mild, with maximum temperatures ranging between 28 and 24 degrees across May, June and July. This means perfect walking conditions and refreshing dips in the exquisite waterholes that line the canyons.

Where should I stay when visiting Karijini?

There is a range of accommodation options available in and around Karijini National.

• Karijini Eco Retreat. Bookings essential for Karijini accommodation.
• Dales Campground. Bookings essential, up to six months in advance.
• Auski Tourist Village & Roadhouse. Bookings essential.
• Tom Price Summer Star Tourist Park.

What shoes should I wear for karijini?

Keep this in mind for shoes as well, we suggest water shoes/reef shoes. – WATER! Most gorges will take a few hours, so make sure you have a reusable water bottle with you to keep hydrated.

How do I explore Karijini?

DAY 1 – You can spend the first morning driving there from Port Hedland, then visit the sites to the east of the park: Fortescue Falls, Fern Pool and Circular Pool. You can then finish the day at Joffre Gorge. DAY 2 – Spend the second day exploring the west side of the park. Complete the spider walk at Hancock Gorge.

What is the closest airport to karijini?

The closest airports are Paraburdoo Airport and Newman Airport. Paraburdoo is approximately 130km from the Karijini Eco Retreat and takes around 1.5 hour’s drive. Qantas have regular, direct flights into and out of Paraburdoo Airport.

What is the closest town to karijini?

Karijini National Park is very remote and is located about 1400km north of Perth. About 60km from the park entrance, Tom Price is the closest town to Karijini.

Can you go to Karijini in November?

November is the start of the build up to the wet season so temperatures soar, and the humidity floods back into the air. The only good side is that the swimming holes are at a lovely temperature so can provide a little bit of relief form the searing heat. April – May. My favourite time to visit Karijini.

How many gorges does Karijini have?

four gorges
Head to Junction Point and Oxer lookouts which are located near the junction point of the four gorges (Weano, Red, Hancock, and Joffre) for a fantastic birds-eye view into the deep gorges below.

What should I do in Karijini for 3 days?

Karijini National Park: 3 Day Ultimate Guide

1. So why should you visit Karijini National Park?
2. Pre Trip Information.
3. Day 1: Mount Bruce and Hamersley Gorge.
4. Day 2: Weano Gorge, Hancock Gorge, Joffrey Falls and Knox Gorge.
5. Day 3: Dales Gorge including Circular Pool, Fortescue Falls and Fern Pool.

Is it safe to swim in Karijini?

Visitors are welcome to swim but are asked to treat the spot with the respect it deserves. It’s such an awe-inspiring place that we hope this will come naturally. As always, take care whilst swimming and hiking. It is recommended that you leave the gorges if it starts to rain as flash flooding can occur.

What is the best time of year to visit Karijini National Park?

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Karijini National Park are September, August, and then October. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early August.

Where is Karijini National Park?

The Karijini park is located in the Pilbara region, a semi-desert region of Western Australia. The park is located in the interior of Western Australia a few hundred kilometers from the Indian Ocean coast. The climate of the Karijini park is of a semi-desert tropical type.

What is the humidity in Karijini?

Karijini has no months that would be considered humid, with some very dry months. The least humid month is October (11.9\% relative humidity), and the most humid month is June (31.9\%). Wind in Karijini is usually moderate.

How far is Newman from Karijini National Park?

Newman is approximately 177km from Karijini National Park via Banjima Drive and Highway 95/Great Northern Highway. Paraburdoo is just over 132km from Karijini National Park and 80km from Tom Price. Paraburdoo Airport is the closest airport to Karijini National Park.