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There's camping, there's glamping and then there is Sal Salis! But Sal Salis offers so much more than just accommodation: a digital detox, an opportunity to reconnect with nature, guided activities focusing on the extraordinary landscapes and wildlife, chef prepared meals, an open bar and the lightest footprint all make Sal Salis one of the world’s best and true eco-luxe experiences. Sal Salis offers 15 tented rooms, each with private eco-bathroom. The social heart of the camp has views of the reef and the breakers beyond. A bar and open lounge area with a small reference library provides a great spot to sit out the heat of day. Guests may help themselves to a selection of beverages from the bar. Chef prepared meals feature local produce and dinner is shared with other guests against a back-drop of rich orange sunsets. The tariff includes accommodation, meals, beverages from the bar, use of snorkel & water sports equipment and guided activities.
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HOTEL STYLE
Romantic
Boutique
Languages Spoken
English
Location
Yardie Creek Rd Cape Range National Park, Exmouth, Western Australia 6707 Australia
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An ideal place to unwind and relax. It’s away from all the hustle and bustle of Exmouth. The meals were five star quality and the chef catered to all dietary requirements. The tent is well equipped with environmentally friendly products.
Cameron was a delightful, helpful and kind staff member and I would not hesitate in returning because he made the stay so much more enjoyable. He went swimming with guests and assisted a guest who became overwhelmed while snorkelling. He always worked with a genuine smile and was always neatly presented.
Improvements needed The drop toilet was ok but extra sawdust for guests to use would possibly eliminate the number of flies. A mosquito net as such for over the beds would be ideal as the flies buzzing around your face in the morning is not pleasant. Dispose of chipped crockery, a turn off for a luxurious establishment. Staff to wash and wear clean uniforms regularly. One staff members shorts were appalling and the wearing of bed socks with open footwear was not what I would think an establishment of this calibre should be accepting of its staff members.
The only con I feel was the guests who felt compelled to compete with each other of their social status. Relax guests you’re on holidays and there’s no need for such behaviour.
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Date of stay: September 2020
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We have been lucky enough to visit Sal Salis a few times over the years and each time we return, we are blown away by how magical it is. It feels like you're on a quiet, deserted island, and yet once you dive under the beautiful tropical water, the sea is teeming with the most incredible abundance of life - probably the best snorkelling on I've ever done.
Aside from the spectacular location, the thing that keeps us coming back are the staff. The manager, Nick, has a wonderful, laid-back style that is professional yet friendly. It's clear the staff hold him in enormous regard, and all the guests feel a level of ease and comfort that makes you forget that you are staying at one of the world's most exclusive glamping sites. We have a 9 year old son who gets genuinely upset every time we leave it's his favourite place on earth and he feels a real affection for the staff who lavish attention on the kids. His dream is to be hired by Sal Salis one day!
It is expensive for a fancy camping holiday, but once you arrive, it's clear how difficult the site is to run. There is no water or electricity, so everything is brought in. The staff glamp too in sometimes rough weather and long hours. Yet, the guest tents are always clean, beds turned down and free of insects, the two daily tours done with utter enthusiasm and ....the food. Oh the food. How the chef, Zac (and his team Simmo and Chloe at the time) manage to serve up 3 magnificent Michelin star worthy meals a day, including wsunset canapes and a three course dinner....is totally beyond me. Additionally, whipping up bespoke meals or snacks throughout the day is offered without a second thought or complaint.
It's a truly wonderful gift for those lucky enough to get a booking and afford to spend time up there. I will say that it's still fancy camping, so be prepared for the odd rough night of sleep and incremental weather. It truly doesn't seem to matter up there at dreamy Sal Salis.
Finally, you will only realise one you're there how incredible and hard-working the staff are. I recommend taking a healthy tip to offer those that go above and beyond, or to offer to Nick to share at the end. All the guests we chat to at communal dinner wish they had thought of bringing some cash, as once you're there, you cannot be further off the grid.
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Date of stay: April 2022
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Room Tip:All tents have pros and cons. Tents with the good views can get hit with the wind at night. So...
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My husband and I stayed here for 3 nights in early October. It was my birthday on the 9th and we wanted to do something special to celebrate. We had never been campers but this was ‘glamping’ something a bit different so we were understandably slightly apprehensive. However, we needn’t have feared, the tent was fantastic, very clean and fully equipped with everything we needed. The bathroom was all ecological, the eco toilet was very clean and we never experienced any sort of odour from it. We could also get a hot shower. Cold water only from the tap over the bathroom sink, which had to be pumped from the tap, but that was fine. The tent was very close to the beach so we could hear the sea all the time and felt very close to nature. The site itself was very comfortable and stylish with a great communal dining area and an excellent choice of first class meals together with an open bar. We met some amazing people and shared our experiences over meals which were taken together at the communal dining table. Lots of banter, laughter and a little serious conversation, a heady mix! We tried kayaking (fantastic), went snorkelling, visited some fabulous beaches and saw some breathtaking scenery on a long walk. The staff were absolutely brilliant! Nick in particular made my birthday very special and Cam, Zac, Emily, Andre + the chefs were so friendly and helpful, nothing was too much trouble. They are such a welcoming and accommodating team. Weather was surprisingly hot for October and the starry skies at night were a sight to behold. We were also lucky enough to see the turtles mating and venturing onto the beach. This was a truly magical and special vacation and we will cherish the memories of this trip for a long time to come. Our thanks go to all the staff who looked after us so attentively and really made our holiday. Highly recommended!
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Date of stay: October 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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This place was a fantastic location and set up amazingly. Some of the best reefs on Ningaloo right at the site can be snorkeled a mid and high tide. Very comfortable glamping tents and beds and food and service of the team fantastic. Unless you just plan to stay at the one location recommend you hire a 4WD or AWD car as there multiple places to explore within a short driving distance and most the best to see more than once for a different time and tide effects. They have heaps of snorkeling gear and wet suits available so you don't need to take your own. The Ningaloo coast can get pretty windy so don't expect dead calm tropical seas - the first few days we were there in October we had to find wind secluded spots. I would caution against booking tours out to see the mega-fauna as some of these are not that ethical and will take you out even if it's too rough and a day puking over the side of a boat may spoil your experience. I would recommend you just book a day when you know the seas calm otherwise there is plenty to do and see from land. The tour mob we booked (through Sal Salis) refused to provide a refund when we elected not to go out on a rough day - this was the only disappointment and annoyance that distracted from out other great stay.
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Date of stay: October 2020
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Let me start by saying that when paying 2500 AUD per night, we expect a luxurious stay and/or a unique experience that is exclusive to that property. Unfortunately, Sal Salis turned out to be neither.
The biggest nuisance by far were the innumerable flies which are in your face by the dozen from sunrise to sunset, immune to insect repellent and some of them delivering a nasty bite. Apparently the flies are dependent on the direction of wind and obviously there is nothing to be done, but still it is a fact to bear in mind.
The second major discomfort is the strong sun. Here, I think the resort is actually at fault because neither the decks in front of the tent nor the beach loungers have been designed to offer any shade. So your only option to spend most of the day is in the communal area, a large part of which actually does not feature great views.
As for the tents, they are ok, but we have seen more luxurious designs by far. No complaints about the drop toilet or lack of AC. But very dim lights, no 220V power outlets, no safe and not even a little fan? Surely there must be a better way, even taking into account sustainability and park regulations.
The food is very good and we did not mind the fixed menu at all. But having to mix your own drinks get’s old pretty quick and there is no service at the beach. We met some truly wonderful people during dinner, yet still felt exhausted after a couple of days because due to the sun you are forced to spend most of the time around others. Why not offer a choice of communal and individual dining tables during dinner?
So maybe the above is simply what it takes to be able to enjoy a truly unique nature experience? Well, the Ningaloo Reef is indeed stunning and the sunrises/sunsets are brilliant - but all of the beaches and whale shake tours are available to anyone. As for the outdoor hikes, being with a guide added little value for us and we would even have enjoyed them more on our own instead of with a noisy group of 15 guests.
Overall, in our experience, there are other remote glamping camps offering more luxury for less and there are luxury resorts offering better value at higher price points. But Sal Salis delivers neither on luxury nor value. All of which pains us, because its one strong point is the truly great staff who are genuinely friendly, easy going and eager to make your stay memorable. However, the owner needs to seriously rethink the concept in order to actually deliver. Yes, this is still the most upmarket option north of Perth and at half the price some of its drawbacks might be more palatable. But as it stands, better visit Ningaloo and the Cape Range Park on day trips form Exmouth, enjoy more comfortable accomodation and spend the savings on another place that is near to your heart.
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Date of stay: April 2022
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5 nights at Sal Sallis has been a wonderful break, The accomodation is superb and the food and service matches.
The Lodge provides the hub of the resort for 3 fantastic meals each day plus 6pm canapés, the self service bar ensures great conversation prior to and through dinner. The food was outstanding and the catering team worked with any and all dietary requirements. Dinner was always 3 excellent courses with 2 very well paired West Australian wines.
I don’t want to mention any of the team directly as they all deserve similar credits for their relaxed friendly but pleasantly efficient service.
The lodge crew made each meal especially the evening one an event and were very knowledgeable.
The excursion crew took us out and about to different snorkels in the park as well as our own personal drift snorkel at the front of the lodge. Their skill and knowledge about the fish, coral currents and snorkeling in general made for 2 novice snorkelers felling confident and safe each time we went out.
A couple of birthdays including my wife’s were celebrated and the team made an extra effort on these occasions.
All you require is provided from the snorkeling gear to the sunscreen and toiletries.
The only drawback I have was our tent No 7 was rather hot I think due to its proximity to the lodge which stopped the breeze, but the 2 small but very powerful electric fans alleviated that problem. Hearing the ocean crashing against the beach and waking to another perfect day was truly wonderful. The bed was so so comfy with quality linen and great pillows, we slept very well.
The beach is pristine and the big covered beach pods make for a wonderful shady place to watch the ocean and fellow guest out snorkeling.
Yes it’s expensive but it’s a quality luxury resort manned by a great team where nothing is too much trouble for the team looking after you.
We hope to be back for another visit.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip:Use lots of sunblock
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Just back from three nights at SS. Done a lot of travelling around the world but this is so different, exceptional service but casual enough that we had our own space. We decided to drive to Sandy Bay as the wind was up and snorkelling was dodgy, Zac heard we were going and made us a hamper to have on the beach. (see pic) He didn't have too do this. Tours were great informative no rush.....esp Yardie Creek. Be back sometime....
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Date of stay: September 2020
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We could not have hoped for a better experience - staying in the Honeymoon tent at Sal Salis was simply amazing!! The moment we arrived, Nick and his wonderful team (Cam, El, Jenna, Zac) made us feel extremely welcome & went out of their way to ensure our 4 day stay was incredibly special (left feeling we had made a heap of new friends). We loved the simplicity and environmentally sensitive nature of Sal Salis , a beautiful location in which to simply relax and watch the whales swim by, snorkel on the Ningaloo Reef or walk/kayak through beautiful gorges of the Cape Range National Park. The food is exceptional - Zack & Robyn served up culinary delights you would expect in only the best restaurants - breakfast, lunch & dinner could not have been more enjoyable (wine pairing with dinner was spot on) and always focused on presenting the best of Western Australian produce. Sharing the meal together with all the other guests was a great way to share stories and helpful holiday tips, met some very interesting & lovely people which made for lots of laughter & fun. Sal Salis is a unique experience, technology free, relaxing environment that I would highly recommend for a visit.
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Date of stay: July 2020
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Room Tip:Spend extra to stay in the Honeymoon Tent - great views from balcony.
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The young staff here are cheerful, hard working & try hard to make guests happy & comfortable. But they are let down by management who has let the place run down & cuts corners when it comes to quality of food, wine & equipment. In 3 days we never met the manager (Nick). We have enjoyed camps in Kenya & Tanzania where the cost is similar: Sal Salis doesn’t compare. For $1000 AUD per person per day, we expect to be met (3pm) with a glass of bubbly & snack. We expect a coffee machine that works, not one that is “temperamental” (get a new one, have a back up). A small bedside table would be useful. Shade at the front of tents would give guests a place to relax without being in the main lodge or inside tent. There’s no shade on the communal deck. Our first night had torrential rain. Why did I have to ask to be driven to our tent - the furthest from the lodge? Why weren’t there enough umbrellas for others? Why didn’t staff prepare tents before the storm to prevent ours & others from flooding - lucky the bed stayed dry. Our 3rd night the wind blew a gale & the flapping of canvas kept us awake all night. Wind is not unusual here, so tents should be built for purpose. We agree with others who noted the average quality of food - lunch & breakfast were good, dinner tries too hard. Where is a top quality Aussie BBQ? The wines are average. Despite the lovely location & the best efforts of staff, this is not even close to a luxury experience & your money is better spent elsewhere.
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Date of stay: June 2022
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We had a relaxing three nights, enjoying the peaceful setting and the great snorkeling and walking activities. The enthusiastic and knowledgeable staff were outstanding. The unspoiled and isolated location is superb, and falling asleep to the sound of waves added to the sense of being somewhere special.
Unfortunately the facilities are far from luxury. Comfortable - yes; but starting to look run down (shabby furnishings and amenities) and the food was variable in quality (eg some experimentation was over-ambitious).
The ‘very good’ rating reflects the overall ambience and location, and the attentive and friendly efforts of staff. However, the facilities were average (not the claimed luxury) and need urgent attention.
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Date of stay: August 2022
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London, United Kingdom92 contributions75 helpful votes
Hi, we really enjoyed the drive from Perth to Exmouth and did some sightseeing on the way up. Two stops on the way were just pit stops: Pinacles Edge Resort in Cervantes (1 night) and Kalberri Edge Resort (2 nights) which were basic, but absolutely fine. Our stay at Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort was really nice, but our major disappointment was Coral Bay. Accommodation was awful and Coral Bay wasn't what we wanted, so I would suggest you head straight to Exmouth from Monkey Mia. In Exmouth we stayed at Mantarays Ningaloo Beach Resort, which was lovely but we also had one night unexpectedly at Exmouth Escape Resort which was very nice - great restaurant on site called Whalers.
Our travel agent booked the car hire for us and it wasn't 1,000 AU dollars extra - 200 I think.
I suggest you look up those hotels and decide what it is you want from your trip. Good luck!
Hi. I think 3-4 would be ideal for people who have general interest. If you have very specific interests in the terrain, surfing or snorkeling/ diving environments I’m sure you could stay longer
Harlow, United Kingdom86 contributions15 helpful votes
I have been to GBR and it’s fab but it’s been damaged by too much tourism over the years! And it’s 300 miles off of the coast.
Ningaloo is remote, Sal Salis is eco friendly and the reef is off the beach and (as yet) undamaged by tourists. You need a week there ideally because it is so remote. I loved the remoteness. Check time of year - by October Sal Salis is closed as far too hot with flies!
You should contact SalSalis directly to ask a question regarding availability. I know that they close down due to cyclone season / heat at some stage over Summer.
Hi, as far as I found, there are showers in the established van parks but none on the beaches. We went snorkelling on the way to the airport because we had many hours to fill in but used bottled water to wash the salt off. There is a van park at the entrance to the park, and I am sure you could pay a small amount to use their showers.
There are more places to choose from in the Exmouth area.
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AU$1,762 - AU$2,216 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
sal salis ningaloo reef hotel exmouth
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AustraliaWestern AustraliaExmouth
NUMBER OF ROOMS
15
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