The Pilbara is one of Western Australia’s most exquisite holiday destinations. Located in the North West of Australia, the Pilbara is a landscape of rugged beauty and adventure. There are many fascinating features to this region of land, from natural wonders to unforgettable towns. The region is a natural haven providing many unique opportunities for travellers to get in touch with their inner outback adventurer.
Karratha is the Pilbara’s main township and stand for the ‘Good Country’. Karratha supplies the state with salt, natural gas, and iron; living up to its name. On the skirts of Karratha lies the Jaburara Heritage Tail; famed for its Aboriginal carvings and cave paintings. Visitors are offered the chance to experience the magnificence of the native history.
Stretched 2,000 kilometres across the Pilbara is the Canning Stock Route; an adventure trailfull of history. 4WDriving is a popular activity along the route. There are also many secluded areas along the Pilbara coastline to stop for a swim or a spot of fishing.
Karijini National Park is one of the Pilbara gems. It offers an enormous expanse of enchanting scenery; phenomenal rock formations; natural pools; and amazing lookouts. Visitors will feel as though they are experiencing a mirage when they stumble upon one of the magnificent waterfalls the Karijini National Park has to offer.
The Pilbara coastline is adorned with awesome imagery. Secluded bay area’s, pristine beaches, and spectacular lookout points surround its edges. The magical phenomenon of the ‘Stairway to the Moon’ occurs on full moon dates along the Pilbara coast and it a fascinating sight.
This amazing region offers wonderful experiences for all travellers; from relaxing on the coast, or an outback adventure, to the exploring Western Australia’s unique colonial past first hand. The holiday experiences in the Pilbara are endless.
Experience life on this working cattle station 43kms off the Gibb River Road and 300km north-east of Derby.
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Located in the centre of Karratha, the Best Western Karratha Central Apartments are the ideal base for the leisure and corporate traveller. Offering 84 fully serviced apartments including studio rooms and 1 and 2 bedroom apartments, this accommodation is the most modern and comfortable in the Pilbara. Enjoy the luxury of a 4.5 star rated accommodation.
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The Hospitality Inn Port Hedland has 40 air-conditioned rooms each with its own internet access, free in-house movies and mini bar. Pilbara Room Restaurant is an a la carte restaurant which offers delicious meals along with a popular cocktail bar for pre-dinner drinks.
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Mount Augustus is the largest monolith in the world. It is two and a half times larger than Uluru (Ayers Rock) standing 858 m above the surrounding plain and 1105 metres above sea level.
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Community Telecentres can be used to access Telephone, Fax, Email and Internet services and are independent incorporated bodies owned by the community.
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Fitzroy Crossing located 2,566km north-east of Perth is the gateway to the magnificent Geikie Gorge National Park and a number of other great Kimberley attractions. Population 1,119.
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