Important travel tips

Check out these important travel tips to ensure you have a safe and enjoyable holiday while visiting Karratha and the West Pilbara Coast of Western Australia (WA).



Some information presented in this website has been sourced, with permission, from the Shire of Roebourne website.

Highlights

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  Emergency information

  Travelling around Australia’s West Pilbara Coast can take you to some remote areas - here is some important emergency information to ensure you have a safe and enjoyable trip.
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  National park passes

  National park passes are required for entry to the national parks of Australia’s West Pilbara Coast - a range of passes are available to suit your holiday requirements.
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  Currency and tipping

  Australia has a decimal currency system - you can find out how much your currency is worth on today's exchange rate with the currency converter.
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  Health and safety

  Check out these health and safety tips to ensure you have an enjoyable, trouble-free holiday on Australia’s West Pilbara Coast.
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  School and public holidays

  Australia’s West Pilbara Coast has an average of 10 public holidays per year, most of which commemorate landmark Australian historic events, or religious celebrations.
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  Booking accommodation in advance

  Before travelling to Western Australia’s (WA) West Pilbara Coast and its hub, Karratha, it is advisable to book accommodation in advance through the region's visitor centres.