Sal Salis

Experiences

Experience the Ningaloo Reef from a dive boat, catamaran, coral viewing boat, sea kayak, from the air on a scenic flight, or by snorkelling from the beach. Slip on a snorkel or diving gear and swim with graceful manta rays, see dolphins and schools of brightly coloured fish in the clearest turquoise water imaginable. See what to do when at Sal Salis

“Ningaloo Reef is famous for whale sharks, manta rays, humpback whales, dugongs and turtles. Amazingly, the marine life is easily accessible to snorkellers in the crystal-clear water, and from the main lodge at Sal Salis / even occasionally spot humpback whales in the distance.”

Angie Raphael, Perth Now

Untouched by coastal degradation or pollution Ningaloo is arguably the best preserved reef complex in the world and it lies just a few metres offshore.

Isolated by distance and a rugged arid hinterland, the vibrancy of the marine life, as soon as you dip below the surface of the water, is exhilarating.

Ningaloo is also acknowledged as the best place in the world to swim with the world’s largest fish, the whale shark, as these gentle giants migrate northwards along the coast every year.

Swimming with humpback whales is also a highlight. The sight of a humpback whale breaching the surface just beyond the breakers of the reef is another unforgettable spectacle from the comfort of the camp. From August each year, swimming with humpback whales is a highlight for guests at Sal Salis.

Explore the remarkable UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ningaloo Reef, just a few metres offshore and a few steps from the camp.

The coastal dunes and gorges in the Cape Range National Park provide a terrestrial wildlife experience with red kangaroos, euros, echidnas, emus and more seen in and around the camp.

At sunrise take a guided walk up Mandu Mandu Gorge to spot an elusive black-footed rock wallaby and learn of the region’s ancient geological and Aboriginal history. Walk along the top of the spectacular multi-coloured Yardie Creek Gorge, looking out for honeyeaters and emus while learning about the formation of the range and the adaptations the flora and fauna have made in order to survive in such an arid environment. At the top of the gorge are some great photo opportunities with breathtaking views of the creek and out to the ocean.

The sun and tide set the pace at Sal Salis. At high tide take gentle stroll up the beach, dodging soldier crabs, before drift snorkelling back along the inner edge of the reef. Or kayak out to the Blue Lagoon, a 5-metre deep natural aquarium where huge schools of fish, reef sharks and turtles swim amongst the coral formations. Ningaloo is a major breeding ground for hawksbill, loggerhead and green turtles, which lay their eggs on the beach at night between April and June.

At sunset sit back on the dunes behind camp with a glass of chilled wine and watch the last rays of light disappear over the Indian Ocean.

WHAT TO DO WHEN AT SAL SALIS

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Ningaloo Reef Experiences

A drift snorkel just a few metres offshore from Sal Salis reveals a wealth of life, with huge staghorn coral formations, anemones, clownfish, rays and sponge gardens.

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Soul Food

You may be staying in a remote seaside location on Western Australia's mid north coast, but it certainly doesn’t mean you need to compromise on quality when it comes to food at Sal Salis.

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Guided Kayaking Snorkelling Trips

The lagoons in the Ningaloo Reef are some of the best snorkelling spots, as they showcase the life-cycle of the reef. Sal Salis' guided kayak-snorkel tours take you further off shore to snorkel some of the deeper lagoons.

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Sal Salis Stargazing

On a remote stretch of the Ningaloo Reef lies Sal Salis, an intimate glamping experience where guests can appreciate the magic of a truly dark sky.

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Swimming With Humpback Whales

Sal Salis guests have the opportunity to swim with humpback whales from June to November each year or may witness a whale breaching the surface just beyond the breakers of the Ningaloo Reef from the comfort of the camp.

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Swimming With Whale Sharks

Get an up-close-and-personal view of these gentle giants - snorkelling alongside their huge 1.5 metre-diameter mouths is a once in a lifetime experience!

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Guided Gorge Walks

Start your day with a guided hike across this unique landscape, where you can get out on foot and explore a different kind of ecosystem; the Australian bush.

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Wildflowers

Visit late winter and into spring to witness vibrant wildflower blooms that contrast with the pindan earth, rugged canyons and the turquoise sea.

OUR LITTLE WHITE BOOK

The Luxury Lodges of Australia brochure has become a treasured and widely recognisable ‘go to’ for Australian experiential luxury, enjoyed both online and in printed form at our lodges. The brochure is available to view or download in eight languages below.