Karijini National Park is one of Australia’s most underrated natural wonders. Over 2.5 billion years of erosion have sculpted its striking landscape—layered red cliffs, narrow tunnels, and dramatic gorges. Among the Pilbara’s plains and gum trees lie hidden waterfalls, emerald waterholes, and shady pockets of ferns that offer welcome relief in this rugged terrain.
Transfer to Karijini Eco Retreat, then spend the day exploring the park’s highlights. In the remote northwest lies Hamersley Gorge, known for its dramatic, folded rock formations and terraced waterfalls. A 400-metre descent brings you to the gorge floor, where you can swim in the refreshing pool and admire the twisted layers of ancient stone.
Follow a narrow, tree-lined chasm to reach the Spa Pool—an extraordinary, ice-blue pond nestled in curved rock walls. Fed by a graceful waterfall, the pool’s colours shift from grey to red depending on the light. Up close, you’ll see the fine details of geological strata that tell a story billions of years in the making.
Karijini is a place of raw, ancient beauty—inviting you to explore, swim, and stand in awe of the land’s deep time.