FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is On The Verandah?
On The Verandah brings people together to try new things in exciting places, have fun and meet new friends.
We run creative workshops and events in WA in the Kimberley and Albany; in Tasmania and sometimes other places.
We hope you’ll come and explore with us, discover your hidden talents, and make some amazing memories! On The Verandah is a West Australian tourism business based in Perth, owned and operated by Rachel Dillon and Andrew Kikeros.
Upcoming workshops and tours
Bookings
To check availability, give us a call at 0428 254 529 or send us an email at [email protected]. If there are spots left, we’ll send you an invoice. You’ll need to pay a 20% deposit, provide some guest details, and sign a waiver.
What discounts are available?
Reading the Terms and Conditions
When you book a trip with us you must read and agree to our terms and conditions (also called a Service Agreement) before payment. These conditions will be attached to your invoice, or you can read them on our website.
Cancellations
If you need to cancel your On The Verandah trip 91 days or more from departure, you’ll pay a $60 cancellation fee. Cancelling more than 60 days but less than 90 days from departure results in the loss of your deposit. We’ll refund 50% of the tour cost if you notify us of cancellation between 31 and 60 days from departure. If you cancel 30 days or less from departure, fail to join, or leave after it has started, there is no refund. If we cancel a tour, you'll receive a full refund. Always refer to the terms and conditions attached to your booking.
Is travel insurance compulsory?
Travel insurance is compulsory for customers on our Kimberley and Tasmania trips as per our terms and conditions. Travel insurance is strongly recommended for customers on our other trips.
Prices
Prices vary on our trips so it’s best to refer to the webpage for the itinerary you are interested in. We offer discounts - see if there's one for you!
What are the inclusions?
On all trips the tour price includes all accomodation. It includes all meals during the itinerary on Kimberley and Albany trips. Some meals on the Tasmania trip need to be purchased by the guest. All activities and outings listed on our itineraries are included in the tour price. Insurance is not included. Alcohol, drinks and art materials are not included.
What will you learn?
Our art workshops often begin with fundamentals and loosening up exercises. Your tutor will delve into demonstrations and discussions on technique, composition, colour, tone, line and form to name a few. Tutors are there to help you try new techniques, see the landscape in a different way and produce works that reflect your personal response.
What level of artist do you need to be?
Artists of all levels join our trips however the Judith White workshops are best for intermediate to advanced painters. All other trips are suited to beginners through to advanced.
How big are the groups?
We love being a small group specialist and want to deliver a great experience for every guest so our trips have a maximum of 12 guests.
Can you join a trip if you don’t know anyone?
Of course! Many of our guests are solo travellers!
Can you take your artworks with you?
Of course!
Are easels or art materials provided?
Easels and art materials are not provided. When you book, we'll give you a materials list and your tutor may suggest an easel in that list. All Kimberley guests have their own table in a shaded area or verandah. On other trips, we arrange tables for you to work on where we can.
Medical conditions and disability
When you’re booking your trip, you must let us know if you have any medical conditions, mobility issues, or disabilities that might affect your ability to join us.
We may ask for a letter from your doctor confirming that you’re physically and mentally fit for the adventure. This letter should address some things like the possibility of being a few hours away from medical care, the potential for extreme weather, the possibility of active days, and the fact that you’ll be away from creature comforts and toilets for some time. Right now, we can’t accept bookings from guests who can’t walk without assistance.
Can you post on Facebook or Instagram about your trip?
We love it when guests post about their adventures and tag us @ontheverandah.
Will On The Verandah use your photo?
We might! Let us know at the start of the trip if you don’t want us to.
More about Kimberley trips
Where is the Kimberley?
The Kimberley is a large, sparsely populated region covering the northern third of Western Australia. We pick up guests from Kununurra airport or township. The closest capital city is Darwin in the Northern Territory.
Where are Kimberley workshops held?
Our Kimberley itineraries operate mainly from a cattle station called Digger’s Rest - 130km from Kununurra and about 40km from Wyndham. Digger’s Rest is a working cattle station owned by Roderick and Alida Woodland. Roderick is a third-generation cattleman, and his wife Alida is a horsewoman, originally from North Carolina who has called Australia home for about 30 years. A stay at Digger’s Rest is an authentic slice of Kimberley life a spiritual landscape.
What is Kimberley weather like?
We run tours in the Kimberley in the Dry season - between May and August, when the weather is dry and warm. Dry season daytime temperatures are usually between 26°C and 36°C, and at night it’s unusual to go below 12°C. Rain and very cold weather at this time of year is unusual.
What is included on an On The Verandah Kimberley trip?
Our Kimberley itineraries are usually 7 days and include all accommodation during the itinerary, all meals (except for lunch on day 1 and 7), complimentary glass of bubbles, morning/afternoon tea, workshop tuition, transfers between Kununurra and the workshop, transport during the itinerary, bedding, linen and towel.
What is not included in the Kimberley tour price?
Tour price does not include flights, alcohol or soft drinks, art materials or travel insurance.
Kimberley Dietary Requirements
What are the Kimberley accommodation options?
Will you be sharing in the Kimberley?
If you do not wish to share, please get in early, join the waitlist and book a Bush Hut or Tent. The bunkhouse rooms are usually only available to be shared by two.
Flying to the Kimberley workshop
If you can, arrive in Kununurra the day before your workshop begins and stay in a hotel. We'll collect you from your hotel on the morning of Day 1 of the itinerary. If you fly in on Day 1, we can collect you from the airport if your flight lands before midday.
If you can, book a direct flight to Kununurra, otherwise fly to Darwin, Perth or Broome then get a connecting flight to Kununurra. For the connecting flight, try Airnorth or Nexus.
We return you to Kununurra airport or your Kununurra hotel on the final day of your trip. If flying out that day, select a flight that departs Kununurra after 3pm.
Luggage - Kimberley
Guests can bring on the tour: 1 large suitcase (Airnorth limit is 20kg), 1 smaller item up to 7kg and a poster tube.
What should you bring to the Kimberley?
Are the Kimberley art workshops, tours?
Not really. We don’t drive for hours each day and then set up camp in a new spot. Instead, we base ourselves at one place, taking daily excursions, so you can make the most of your time, creating art and enjoying the surroundings!
What else is there to do during your Kimberley stay?
Is there free time on Kimberley itineraries?
Most days are full, but you can often take an hour or so around lunch and activities usually finish by 5pm with time to freshen up before dinner.
Do you need to buy drinks for your Kimberley trip?
Alcohol and soft drinks are not included in the tour price. Kimberley bottle shops are open 12pm - 6pm and NOT OPEN on Sundays. Purchase your alcohol from the bottle shop (take your ID) the day you arrive in Kununurra, or on Day 1 before we leave town.
WIFI on Kimberley trips
We provide free Wi-Fi for guests.
Is the Kimberley water safe to drink?
Absolutely – it’s delicious rainwater. Please bring a refillable bottle for drinking water, but not bulk, bottled water from the supermarket. There’s limited recycling and all that plastic or glass creates headaches on a remote station!
Can you wash clothes during the Kimberley trip?
Sure! There are washing machines at the station for $6 per load (bring some cash!)
Are there crocodiles in the Kimberley?
All bodies of water in the Kimberley should be treated with extreme caution as they can harbour both saltwater and freshwater crocodiles. Saltwater crocodiles can move at 12 metres per second (before a human has even registered something is happening) so do not walk, stand or fish near the water’s edge.
Can you extend your Kimberley stay?
You can extend your stay at the cattle station if there is accommodation available. Speak with Alida at Digger’s Rest on (08) 9161 1029. Please stay on AFTER the workshop rather than arrive early.
Can you Self Drive?
If you are planning to drive to a Kimberley workshop you will need a 4WD vehicle and two spare tyres. We will meet you at an agreed point and you can follow in your vehicle. If you have a 2WD drive vehicle or are towing a caravan, we advise leaving them in Kununurra in secure parking. Contact the Kununurra Visitor Centre on 1800 586 868 for parking options.
Can you bring your own group and tutor to the Kimberley venue?
You can bring your own tutored or non-tutored group of up to 12 people. Allow 12 months lead time. Call or email for pricing.
What are the contact details of the Kimberley station?
Digger’s Rest Station Owners - Roderick and Alida Woodland.
King River Rd, Wyndham
Tel. (08) 9161 1029. Mob 0418 780 337
www.diggersreststation.com.au
More about Tasmania Trips
What is included on Tasmania trips?
What is not included on Tasmania trips?
Where does the 2026 Tasmanian trip start and end?
We begin and end in Launceston CBD. On the last day, we’ll drop you at Launceston airport by 2.30pm or at a hotel.
Will you be sharing on a Tasmania trip?
Everyone has their own room or cabin and ensuite. (You may share a bathroom for 2 nights on the 2027 Freycinet itinerary).
Dietary Requirements on Tasmania trip
Tell us about allergies or food intolerances on the booking form. We will advise venues and eateries but cannot guarantee all dietary requirements will be met during the Tasmania itinerary.
What are the contact details of On The Verandah?
On The Verandah
PO Box 42, Darlington WA 6070
Rachel Dillon 0428 254 529
Andrew Kikeros 0419 706 860
[email protected]
www.ontheverandah.com.au
Tourism Council of Western Australian Accreditation Number TCWA-ANW-02-0395
Updated 21/11/25
On The Verandah brings people together to try new things in exciting places, have fun and meet new friends.
We run creative workshops and events in WA in the Kimberley and Albany; in Tasmania and sometimes other places.
We hope you’ll come and explore with us, discover your hidden talents, and make some amazing memories! On The Verandah is a West Australian tourism business based in Perth, owned and operated by Rachel Dillon and Andrew Kikeros.
Upcoming workshops and tours
- Cradle Mountain Tasmania Painting and Drawing Masterclass with Judith White: February 9 - 14, 2026
- Kimberley: Untutored Artist’s week with Jill: May 18 - 24, 2026
- Kimberley: Untutored Artist’s week: May 28 - June 3, 2026
- Kimberley: Bird and Wildlife Tour: June 7 -13, 2026
- Kimberley: Printmaking Workshop with Mellissa Read-Devine: June 17 - 23, 2026
- Kimberley: Drawn by Nature: Earth, Air, Water, Fire - Expressive Drawing Workshop with Jody Graham: June 27 - July 3, 2026
- Kimberley: Painting and Drawing Masterclass with Judith White: July 7 - 13, 2026
- Kimberley: Wild Marks: Painting the Kimberley Workshop with Debbie Mackinnon: July 18 -24, 2026
Bookings
To check availability, give us a call at 0428 254 529 or send us an email at [email protected]. If there are spots left, we’ll send you an invoice. You’ll need to pay a 20% deposit, provide some guest details, and sign a waiver.
What discounts are available?
- Couples and friends
Couples sharing a double room, or friends who book in together AND share a twin room receive 5% off the base price, per person. - Non-participating guests
We offer 5% off the base price for guests who are not participating in the workshop. Non-participating guests can join all activities and outings except for sitting in on or photographing/videoing workshop demo / sessions without having requested permission from On The Verandah prior to booking. - Past guests Loyalty Discount
Guests who travelled with us for the first time in 2019 (or since) receive a loyalty discount of 7.5% off the base price. Guests who first travelled with us in 2018 (or earlier) receive a loyalty discount of 10% off the base price. Discounts are not cumulative. We’ll select the discount that gives you the best deal and apply it at the time of booking. (Note: for trips taken after 1.11.26, loyalty discounts on future trips revert to 5% off.) No youth or senior concessions are available.
Reading the Terms and Conditions
When you book a trip with us you must read and agree to our terms and conditions (also called a Service Agreement) before payment. These conditions will be attached to your invoice, or you can read them on our website.
Cancellations
If you need to cancel your On The Verandah trip 91 days or more from departure, you’ll pay a $60 cancellation fee. Cancelling more than 60 days but less than 90 days from departure results in the loss of your deposit. We’ll refund 50% of the tour cost if you notify us of cancellation between 31 and 60 days from departure. If you cancel 30 days or less from departure, fail to join, or leave after it has started, there is no refund. If we cancel a tour, you'll receive a full refund. Always refer to the terms and conditions attached to your booking.
Is travel insurance compulsory?
Travel insurance is compulsory for customers on our Kimberley and Tasmania trips as per our terms and conditions. Travel insurance is strongly recommended for customers on our other trips.
Prices
Prices vary on our trips so it’s best to refer to the webpage for the itinerary you are interested in. We offer discounts - see if there's one for you!
What are the inclusions?
On all trips the tour price includes all accomodation. It includes all meals during the itinerary on Kimberley and Albany trips. Some meals on the Tasmania trip need to be purchased by the guest. All activities and outings listed on our itineraries are included in the tour price. Insurance is not included. Alcohol, drinks and art materials are not included.
What will you learn?
Our art workshops often begin with fundamentals and loosening up exercises. Your tutor will delve into demonstrations and discussions on technique, composition, colour, tone, line and form to name a few. Tutors are there to help you try new techniques, see the landscape in a different way and produce works that reflect your personal response.
What level of artist do you need to be?
Artists of all levels join our trips however the Judith White workshops are best for intermediate to advanced painters. All other trips are suited to beginners through to advanced.
How big are the groups?
We love being a small group specialist and want to deliver a great experience for every guest so our trips have a maximum of 12 guests.
Can you join a trip if you don’t know anyone?
Of course! Many of our guests are solo travellers!
Can you take your artworks with you?
Of course!
Are easels or art materials provided?
Easels and art materials are not provided. When you book, we'll give you a materials list and your tutor may suggest an easel in that list. All Kimberley guests have their own table in a shaded area or verandah. On other trips, we arrange tables for you to work on where we can.
Medical conditions and disability
When you’re booking your trip, you must let us know if you have any medical conditions, mobility issues, or disabilities that might affect your ability to join us.
We may ask for a letter from your doctor confirming that you’re physically and mentally fit for the adventure. This letter should address some things like the possibility of being a few hours away from medical care, the potential for extreme weather, the possibility of active days, and the fact that you’ll be away from creature comforts and toilets for some time. Right now, we can’t accept bookings from guests who can’t walk without assistance.
Can you post on Facebook or Instagram about your trip?
We love it when guests post about their adventures and tag us @ontheverandah.
Will On The Verandah use your photo?
We might! Let us know at the start of the trip if you don’t want us to.
More about Kimberley trips
Where is the Kimberley?
The Kimberley is a large, sparsely populated region covering the northern third of Western Australia. We pick up guests from Kununurra airport or township. The closest capital city is Darwin in the Northern Territory.
Where are Kimberley workshops held?
Our Kimberley itineraries operate mainly from a cattle station called Digger’s Rest - 130km from Kununurra and about 40km from Wyndham. Digger’s Rest is a working cattle station owned by Roderick and Alida Woodland. Roderick is a third-generation cattleman, and his wife Alida is a horsewoman, originally from North Carolina who has called Australia home for about 30 years. A stay at Digger’s Rest is an authentic slice of Kimberley life a spiritual landscape.
What is Kimberley weather like?
We run tours in the Kimberley in the Dry season - between May and August, when the weather is dry and warm. Dry season daytime temperatures are usually between 26°C and 36°C, and at night it’s unusual to go below 12°C. Rain and very cold weather at this time of year is unusual.
What is included on an On The Verandah Kimberley trip?
Our Kimberley itineraries are usually 7 days and include all accommodation during the itinerary, all meals (except for lunch on day 1 and 7), complimentary glass of bubbles, morning/afternoon tea, workshop tuition, transfers between Kununurra and the workshop, transport during the itinerary, bedding, linen and towel.
What is not included in the Kimberley tour price?
Tour price does not include flights, alcohol or soft drinks, art materials or travel insurance.
Kimberley Dietary Requirements
- Let us know when booking if you are Gluten Free, Coeliac GF (we’ll call to discuss) or Vegetarian, and we’ll make sure you are looked after.
- We DO NOT offer Vegan meals or ANY other kind of diet. As a guest, you'll be staying in a remote area on a cattle station that must also cater for hungry, hard working stock men and women - meat, eggs, bread and butter are par for the course!
- We regret we do not accept bookings from guests with anaphylactic food allergies because we cannot guarantee there won’t be cross contamination in the kitchen.
What are the Kimberley accommodation options?
- Bush Hut - has a bed (5 huts have DBL, 1 has SGL), small verandah, mosquito net, ensuite, cool shower, fan, power-point, light, linen (sheets/pillow/quilt or blankets/towel).
Perks of a bush hut - peaceful, views, adventure, wildlife, an authentic Kimberley experience.
- Bunkhouse room - has a DBL and SGL bed. Bunkhouse rooms have air-con, fan, linen (sheets/pillow/quilt or blankets/towel), verandahs and shared bathroom.
Perks of the bunkhouse - spacious, air-conditioned, wide verandahs, close to the homestead.
- Tent - has a fully made-up SGL bed on a frame, linen (sheets/pillow/quilt or blankets/towel), lighting, mat, small table. You can stand up in the tents, open the windows and it has an awning.
Perks of a tent - a more affordable option, close to the homestead and workshop area, simplicity.
Will you be sharing in the Kimberley?
If you do not wish to share, please get in early, join the waitlist and book a Bush Hut or Tent. The bunkhouse rooms are usually only available to be shared by two.
Flying to the Kimberley workshop
If you can, arrive in Kununurra the day before your workshop begins and stay in a hotel. We'll collect you from your hotel on the morning of Day 1 of the itinerary. If you fly in on Day 1, we can collect you from the airport if your flight lands before midday.
If you can, book a direct flight to Kununurra, otherwise fly to Darwin, Perth or Broome then get a connecting flight to Kununurra. For the connecting flight, try Airnorth or Nexus.
We return you to Kununurra airport or your Kununurra hotel on the final day of your trip. If flying out that day, select a flight that departs Kununurra after 3pm.
Luggage - Kimberley
Guests can bring on the tour: 1 large suitcase (Airnorth limit is 20kg), 1 smaller item up to 7kg and a poster tube.
What should you bring to the Kimberley?
- A sturdy, re-usable drinking water bottle with a minimum capacity of 750ml. (Not to be confused with a water bottle used with painting)
- A bright headlamp or compact torch. (Headlamps are great because they keep your hands free to carry your things)
- Protect from heat-induced illness and sunburn with a wide brim hat and light cotton, long sleeve shirts with collars that can stand up
- Sunglasses, sunscreen, personal toiletries
- Some nasty mosquito-borne viruses occur in the Kimberley. Cover up in the early and late part of the day and wear insect repellent for mozzies and sandflies. Anti-itch cream and antihistamines are very useful if you get bitten.
- Ample supply of your medication. (If it needs refrigeration – pop it in a Zip-lock bag with your name on)
- Sturdy, closed footwear with non-slip soles
- Shorts and cool, long pants or jeans to provide good protection against spinifex while walking, and against insects in evenings
- A coat for cool nights, a scarf
- A backpack or similar sized bag for day use
- Art guests – for your art supplies - calico shoulder bags are good for art gear on outings - they are light and pack flat in suitcase.
- A small amount of cash for when the “internet’s down”, for washing machines etc
Are the Kimberley art workshops, tours?
Not really. We don’t drive for hours each day and then set up camp in a new spot. Instead, we base ourselves at one place, taking daily excursions, so you can make the most of your time, creating art and enjoying the surroundings!
What else is there to do during your Kimberley stay?
- Visit ancient boab trees
- Evenings around the campfire to gaze upon a million stars
- Incredible bird and nature watching (spot a crocodile!)
- Observe station life, cattle work, horses being trained, stock workers in action
- Final evening exhibition of your creations
- Complimentary glass of bubbles and happy hour nibbles
Is there free time on Kimberley itineraries?
Most days are full, but you can often take an hour or so around lunch and activities usually finish by 5pm with time to freshen up before dinner.
Do you need to buy drinks for your Kimberley trip?
Alcohol and soft drinks are not included in the tour price. Kimberley bottle shops are open 12pm - 6pm and NOT OPEN on Sundays. Purchase your alcohol from the bottle shop (take your ID) the day you arrive in Kununurra, or on Day 1 before we leave town.
WIFI on Kimberley trips
We provide free Wi-Fi for guests.
Is the Kimberley water safe to drink?
Absolutely – it’s delicious rainwater. Please bring a refillable bottle for drinking water, but not bulk, bottled water from the supermarket. There’s limited recycling and all that plastic or glass creates headaches on a remote station!
Can you wash clothes during the Kimberley trip?
Sure! There are washing machines at the station for $6 per load (bring some cash!)
Are there crocodiles in the Kimberley?
All bodies of water in the Kimberley should be treated with extreme caution as they can harbour both saltwater and freshwater crocodiles. Saltwater crocodiles can move at 12 metres per second (before a human has even registered something is happening) so do not walk, stand or fish near the water’s edge.
Can you extend your Kimberley stay?
You can extend your stay at the cattle station if there is accommodation available. Speak with Alida at Digger’s Rest on (08) 9161 1029. Please stay on AFTER the workshop rather than arrive early.
Can you Self Drive?
If you are planning to drive to a Kimberley workshop you will need a 4WD vehicle and two spare tyres. We will meet you at an agreed point and you can follow in your vehicle. If you have a 2WD drive vehicle or are towing a caravan, we advise leaving them in Kununurra in secure parking. Contact the Kununurra Visitor Centre on 1800 586 868 for parking options.
Can you bring your own group and tutor to the Kimberley venue?
You can bring your own tutored or non-tutored group of up to 12 people. Allow 12 months lead time. Call or email for pricing.
What are the contact details of the Kimberley station?
Digger’s Rest Station Owners - Roderick and Alida Woodland.
King River Rd, Wyndham
Tel. (08) 9161 1029. Mob 0418 780 337
www.diggersreststation.com.au
More about Tasmania Trips
What is included on Tasmania trips?
- All accommodation
- All breakfasts, some lunches, some dinners (including a 3-course a la carte dinner)
- Painting demonstrations, tuition and critiques with a tutor
- Art studio spaces
- All land transport during the itinerary
- National Park permits
- Complimentary farewell bubbles and final night mini exhibition
- Feeding session with Tasmanian Devils (2026 Cradle Mountain trip)
- Cellar door wine tasting (2027 Freycinet trip)
- Hike to Wineglass Bay lookout (2027 Freycinet trip)
- Return ferry and entry tickets to MONA (2027 Freycinet trip)
- Time to browse Salamanca Markets (2027 Freycinet trip)
What is not included on Tasmania trips?
- Your flights or transport to the starting point of the trip and your transport home at the end
- You’ll need to purchase some meals, refer to your itinerary
- Drinks - except tea and coffee at breakfast
- Art materials
- Travel insurance (mandatory)
Where does the 2026 Tasmanian trip start and end?
We begin and end in Launceston CBD. On the last day, we’ll drop you at Launceston airport by 2.30pm or at a hotel.
Will you be sharing on a Tasmania trip?
Everyone has their own room or cabin and ensuite. (You may share a bathroom for 2 nights on the 2027 Freycinet itinerary).
Dietary Requirements on Tasmania trip
Tell us about allergies or food intolerances on the booking form. We will advise venues and eateries but cannot guarantee all dietary requirements will be met during the Tasmania itinerary.
What are the contact details of On The Verandah?
On The Verandah
PO Box 42, Darlington WA 6070
Rachel Dillon 0428 254 529
Andrew Kikeros 0419 706 860
[email protected]
www.ontheverandah.com.au
Tourism Council of Western Australian Accreditation Number TCWA-ANW-02-0395
Updated 21/11/25
