Aboriginal Campgrounds Retreats

Imintji Campground - Road Kimberley

Journey through Aboriginal Camping with Custodians

Bell Gorge 1. Imintji Campground, Store and Art Centre Gibb River Road See location map on next page The Imintji () people invite you to stay at this sheltered location at the foot of the spectacular King Leopold range. This shady wilderness camp ground features modern amenities and secluded camp sites and Imintji Art Centre is perfectly placed to explore nearby natural attractions like Bell Gorge, Tunnel Creek, Windjana Gorge and surrounds. Once an important rest point for bullock drivers on the Gibb River Road, Imintji is once again a welcome stop-over for Kimberley travellers. The Imintji Store, Art Centre and newly refurbished campground offers visitors a unique opportunity to experience Aboriginal culture in the heart of the Kimberley. imintji.com.au Call: (08) 9191 7699 [email protected] See the Country through the eyes of the traditional owners.

Camping with Custodians offers visitors the opportunity to truly experience Country and Culture by connecting with the traditional owners. Which are the best swimming holes, where are the fish biting, a cultural interpretation of the night sky or an ancient Dreamtime story told around the campfire. When you stay with traditional owners you discover more about the World’s oldest living culture.

Mimbi Caves Campground and Imintji Campground in the Kimberley are the first two locations to feature the exciting Camping with Custodians experience.

2. Mimbi Caves Tours and Campground Fitzroy Crossing See location map on next page Mimbi Caves Modern amenities, hot showers, BBQ shelter, secluded camp sites and a friendly welcome awaits you at Mimbi Caves Campground. Nestled at the foot of the Emmanuel Ranges and just a short drive off , the campground has a name “Jarlarloo Riwi”; Jarlarloo meaning Coolamon tree and Riwi meaning camp. Your Gooniyandi guides invite you to join them on an inspirational tour of one of Australia’s most spectacular and significant, natural geological sites. Mimbi caves is a place of deep spiritual significance to the Gooniyandi people as well as being one of the most significant Devonian fossil sites in the world. mimbicaves.com.au Call: (08) 9191 5355 info@tzroycrossingtourism.com.au Aboriginal owned and operated CAMPGROUNDS AND RETREATS

3. Kooljaman at Cape Leveque 4. Goombaragin Eco Retreat 5. Whalesong Cafe and Campground Dampier Peninsula Dampier Peninsula Dampier Peninsula The amazing wildlife, the vast array of marine life and Beautiful coastal retreat with unspoilt private beaches, Visitors staying at our beautiful bush campground the stunning coastline make Kooljaman at Cape Leveque great swimming, snorkelling, sunsets, fishing and scenic can enjoy an idyllic secluded location with panoramic, a truly unique, wilderness camp experience. Nature footpath to the beach. Accommodation options include breathtaking views of Pender Bay on the Kimberley based activities include snorkelling, swimming, fishing, self-contained eco tents and chalet with own ensuites, Coast. Cliff top sites provide excellent viewing of the bush tucker, bird spotting, scenic flights or charter semi-contained nature tent on raised decking, or simply annual Humpback Whale migration as well as bird and the Oolard for whale watching. camp under the stars with stunning views of Pender Bay. marine life. Communal amenities include beautiful kooljaman.com.au goombaragin.com.au sculptured shower and eco-friendly toilets. Call: (08) 9192 4970 Call: 0429 505 347 or 0499 330 508 whalesongcafe.com.au [email protected] [email protected] Call: (08) 9192 4000 Contact via website

6. Goojarr Goonyool Whale Research 7. Mercedes Cove Coastal Retreat 8. Oongkalkada Wilderness Camp and Campground - Dampier Peninsula Dampier Peninsula Udialla Springs Offering secluded beachfront campsites overlooking With a range of accommodation options for up to 25 Explore the real Aboriginal Kimberley from our private Pender Bay, Goojarr Goonyool is the perfect place to guests, each with great ocean views, Mercedes Cove camp in the tranquil bushscapes of one of the world's relax and watch the migrating whales (Jul-Nov). is a unique and exclusive coastal retreat. See birds, last great wilderness frontiers. Our packages feature FREE Humpback Whale Research Pack lizards and ocean life in their natural habitat. We love comfortable eco tents, all meals and guided tours for campground guests and day visitors to share what we have as first people of this land and aligned with your interests and activities. We design *just bring a 3GB USB stick with you. welcome everyone into our country with open hearts. exclusive cultural adventures for all ages. waitoc.com/goojarr-goonyool mercedescove.com.au uptuyu.com.au Call: 0429 845 707 Call: (08) 9192 4687 Call: 0459 517 749 or 0400 878 898 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Private beaches, uncrowded fishing spots and pristine locations.

The Aboriginal communities who own and operate these private campgrounds and retreats are passionate about sharing their country with visitors. These spectacular and often secluded locations are on traditional lands with private beaches, uncrowded fishing spots pristine bushwalks and abundant wildlife. Income generated from these businesses helps sustain the communities that own and operate them, often providing employment and training.

SERVICES/FACILITIES 11 12 Cape Kununurra Accommodation Leveque Campgrounds 3 4 5 1 Aboriginal Guided Tours 6 7 Derby 15 Art galleries, Cultural centres Broome 8 Fitzroy 2 Souvenirs, Retail, Restaurants Crossing

9. Ilkurlka Visitor Centre - Ilkurlka Port Hedland Roadhouse, gallery and campground, Ilkurlka is located Karratha on the Anne Beadell Hwy, an important stopover for East West travellers. It also serves the communities to north and south during times of Aboriginal business and travel. Proudly owned and operated by the , this peaceful retreat features hot showers, Exmouth toilets and BBQ facilities. Firewood freely provided 13 Karijini ilkurlka.org.au Call: (08) 9037 1147 WESTERN [email protected] AUSTRALIA Shark Bay

Ilkurlka

9 Geraldton 10 Menzies 10. Morapoi Station - Menzies The desert has been home to people for thousands of years. Learn how to find Perth bushtucker/honeyants, understand Aboriginal sites, track wildlife and make traditional tools. Visit a real ghost town, hear ancient stories around a campfire, Bunbury 14 Esperance hike across country and fall asleep under a blanket of stars. Less than a 2 hour drive from Kalgoorlie

morapoi.com.au Albany Call: (08) 9031 3380 or 0417 911 485 [email protected] The following Campgrounds Accommodation businesses are Aboriginal owned and operated but do not 11. 12. Wunan House necessarily offer interaction Gibb River Road - Kununurra Kununurra with local Aboriginal people. See location map on previous page See location map on previous page Located close to the Pentecost River, at the foot Proudly Indigenous-owned and operated, Wunan These businesses provide income, of the majestic Cockburn Range. A range of House B&B provides unique, friendly accommodation accommodation options from campsites to luxury in a peaceful setting – just minutes from the heart employment and training to the safari tents. Barramundi fishing, horseriding, gorges of Kununurra. Wunan’s purpose is to ensure that local communities. and bushwalking. At Home Valley Station we pride Aboriginal people in the East Kimberley enjoy the ourselves on providing you with the ultimate capabilities and opportunities necessary to make positive Australian outback experience. choices that lead to independent and fulfilling lives. hvstation.com.au wunanh.ouse.com Call: (08) 9161 4322 Call: (08) 9168 2436 [email protected] [email protected]

13. Karijini Eco Retreat - Pilbara 14 Roelands Village - Bunbury Region 15. Fitzroy River Lodge - Fitzroy River See location map on previous page See location map on previous page See location map on previous page The multi award-winning Karijini Eco Retreat offers Set on 500 acres of rolling hills and located on the Collie Nestled on the banks of the mighty Fitzroy River, enjoy a choice of affordable camping and ‘glamping’ – a River, Roelands Village is less than a 2 hour drive from fishing, boating, swimming or bird watching or simply fusion of camping and comfort. Facilities include: Perth. Once a mission, the refurbished timber cottages, take a stroll along the river. The Lodge has six different 84 campsites, 40 deluxe eco tents with ensuites, village facilities, bushwalk trails and countryside is types of accommodation, ideal for holiday makers, families, 10 dorm style eco tents and 8 dorm style eco cabins, available as a unique corporate venue, an ideal location corporate travellers, and groups. The Lodge has conference outback alfresco restaurant and bar. Karijini Eco for school or training camps, family groups or as a facilities to cater for up to 120 people, lounge bar, Retreat is 100% owned by the Gumala Aboriginal great base from which to explore the south west region. restaurant, swimming pool, tennis court and a kiosk. Corporation. Fitzroy River Lodge, an oasis in the outback. karijiniecoretreat.com.au roelandsvillage.com.au tzroyriverlodge.com.au Call: (08) 9425 5591 Call: (08) 9726 3606 or 0427 689 200 Call: (08) 9191 5141 [email protected] [email protected] frlreservations@tzroyriverlodge.com.au

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