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Environment:
The wilderness camp at Ningaloo Reef operates under a strict licence agreement with the Department of Environment and Conservation. The camp is almost 100% solar powered (depending on season). Water usage is strictly managed (to a limit of 20 litres per person per night), and rooms and the main area and many boardwalks are built up the dunes to protect the native vegetation. Hot water is solar generated. Tents use coastal breezes and natural air flow for cooling (no air conditioning).
All waste generated in camp is transported offsite to the Exmouth processing centre. Reusable water bottles are provided in camp – there are no plastic water bottles. Ecologically sound shampoos, soaps and sunscreens are provided for guests. Education is the key mission behind the camp and the aim is to open the minds of guests to the environment through the guided activities that we offer. The Australian Wildlife Conservancy is our conservation partner and a donation is made to them for every bednight.
Construction of the camp:
The camp was built with a minimal impact on the environment, i.e. the rooms and the main lodge facility are constructed above ground level to protect the fauna and flora.
Boardwalks also prevent unnecessary soil erosion and all guests are reminded to keep to the designated foot-paths while walking around the camp.
The colour of the tents and the lodge ensures that the camp blends in naturally with the surrounding landscape.
Power generation:
100% of the camp’s power is generated by the sun through an array of solar panels to ensure a predominantly clean source of energy and preserve the peace and quiet of this pristine area.
There is no internet connection or a signal at Sal Salis so computers and mobile phones are not a distraction to guests. There is however a 220 volt power point available for guests to charge their camera batteries.
Hot water is solar generated.
The tents are not equipped with air-conditioning or hairdryers! All the tents face the ocean which allows the coastal breeze to naturally cool the interior and at the same time expose guests to the sights and sounds of the surrounding bush and ocean.
Each en-suite bathroom has a Nature Loo (These very effective composting toilets are transported off-site to be cleaned) and the grey water from the showers and hand basins is carefully managed to ensure only filtered water is dispersed back into the ground.
Education:
Our prime motivation for what we do here is to open the minds of our guests to the environment of Ningaloo Reef and the Cape Range National Park, and share the importance of our coexistence with nature in this fragile eco system. The opportunity for our guides to share their knowledge of the region's fauna and flora though the various activities we provide for our guests. We are always willing to debate the topical issues of climate change and the impact it has on the surrounding environment as well as our contribution to show the world that carbon neutral luxury camps are the way of the future in sensitive locations throughout Australia.
Community:
Staff are members of the Cape Conservation Group and participate in Rock-Wallaby and turtle counts. All food is all purchased locally – most meats and seafoods are produced locally
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