Dirk Hartog Island Eco Lodge

We had the most magnificent time staying at the Dirk Hartog Homestead. The facilities were incredibly well managed and cleaned. Having the luxury of a barista coffee in the morning and a G&T at the bar at night made it pretty special. We had a beautiful site with direct beach access and we also loved having our tinny there for fishing and snorkeling. We had such a lovely time at the homestead we saw nothing else on the island and will have to come back! Absolutely loved it.

The past couple of days have been a blast. We left Monkey Mia to catch the “ferry” to Dirk Hartog Island. A totally unexpected Ferry ride, when it raised onto the”skis and just belted off doing donuts in the sea, and a landing craft approach to the shore, where we were greeted by a wonderful team Gracie, Kat, and Chelsey, Lauren, Ellie, Jay, Chi and Ollie an experience we will never forget. After a welcome drink and an insight into the history of the Island, we loaded into 4x4’s and were taken to the top of the island where we saw sharks close to shore, spectacular blowholes shooting water high into the sky, and views you have to see. Back to the Homestead for Island grown Gin tasting and lunch.. we had some downtime and paddle boarding and kayaking, in the crystal clear sea. I obviously mastered it very quickly and returned to the gin. Or fell off so many times I gave up.. later we had an evening drive to a sand dune mountain which certain members ran down the steep side but I had to video and then look after the phones. We then witnessed the sunset over the bay, a lovely fish dinner and a nightcap as the moon appeared. I have to say the team were fabulous, and we didn’t want to leave. Yes, there were sharks coming right up to the waters edge, some of Australias most dangerous spiders and snakes, but the place, views and people who live and welcome you to the island make it all worth while. We left by a little 6 seater plane which took us around the islands and salt mines, then back to mainland and the car for another 4 1/2 hour road trip to catch another flight to Perth. Fabulous once in a lifetime experience.

Great island for 4wdriving, camping, fishing.|We camped at bays in the National Park and also at the Homestead. You need to take everything with you including your rubbish back off the island. The tracks are very rough and your speed will vary from 10 to 40kmph. People do tow camper trailers but they only make driving more difficult. Some great camping and fishing spots around the island. The Homestead is great if you like a rustic venue but it does have some quirky aspects to it with a bar and coffee shop. They do provide drinking water but there are no food options. You can explore the old sheep station infrastructure along with learning about the history and wildlife conservation efforts. Staff are friendly and helpful. There are three options, camp at the Homestead and drive to the various locations around the island to return at night, camp around the island only, or a combination of both. A great location for remote camping and taking in our natural environment.

Fabulous location and very friendly, helpful staff who were at times stretched by the number of people they were looking after due to the unpredictability of weather and cruise ship schedules. |We stayed in the camping area. Basic but clean facilities. Take your own light to the bathrooms! |Great bird watching & lots of little night creatures out for the trail camera. |Definitely recommend a visit but be prepared to be flexible.

Thanks to the owners and all the staff on the inland and the boat crew also. It was one of the best and relaxing holiday we've had. Highly recommend if in Denham go and check it out. You will not be disappointed.

Our holiday on DHI was a fantastic experience. We were invited by our friends from Queensland to join them on a 7 day camping trip around the Island. |This meant a lot of preparation of the 4wd to have it ready to tackle the tracks and sand dunes. We are in our senior years and haven't done any camping since our children were young.|Was a bit apprehensive prior to going but once we got there and started our camping holiday we started to settle into it after a few days.|The weather overall was great apart from a few wet days. We moved each day to a different camping spot and transversed the Island from top to bottom. Beautiful wild coastline, pristine beaches and no crowds of people, it felt like you were the only ones there.|Not being a experienced 4w driver my Mitsubishi pajero managed to tackle the tracks and sand with ease.The going is slow so its takes a bit of time to travel to most places.|The last day we camped back at the homestead and it was a picture perfect day. Sitting down and over looking the bay and having a lovely cold beer under a amazing sunset.|The only downside side was a delay getting back off the Island due to staff shortages with the barge.|All in all I would recommend a visit to this lovely island. If you love your comfort best to stay at the homestead accommodation but for the more adventurous just do your own thing and you won't regret it.

Wow!!! Beautiful location with great facilities and staff. We stayed in Salty's Camp which had a great camp kitchen with the use of toilets and a shower. Cannot fault any part of our stay.

Amazing. The staff are just fantastic. The bed is the best I slept in all holiday. The rooms are awesome. But its the experience. I havent had a better one in recent memory. The tours were extremely well done. The wildlife is amazing. The drinks at the end of Australia was mind blowing. And the food. The food was just beyond exceptional made personally by the owner who always had a smile. You can not do better than stay here.