Ultimate Discovery Full Day Tour - Abrolhos, Pink Lake and River Gorges Adventure from Geraldton
- Duration: 7 Hours (approx.)
- Location: Moonyoonooka , WA
- Product code: Flight 305
We depart from Geraldton heading out to the ocean to the Abrolhos Islands, overfly the Pelsaert Group of the Abrolhos and up to the Wallabi Group. Descending low past East Wallabi, West Wallabi and the spectacular surfing break called Super Tubes.
The Abrolhos Islands are a chain of 122 islands and associated coral reefs in the Indian Ocean, approximately 65 kilometres off the west coast of Australia. It is the southernmost true coral reef in the Indian Ocean, one of the highest latitude reef systems in the world and one of the most important seabird breeding sites.
Composed of three groups of 40 islands each, The Abrolhos boasts an incredible range of marine life and spectacular coral gardens that are excellent for diving and snorkelling while sea lions, dolphins and migratory whales are often spotted in the area.
We land on East Wallabi Island, known for its beautiful coral and turquoise bays. From here enjoy a short walk to Turtle Bay where the morning is spent swimming and snorkelling in the protected waters of the coral reef.
Enjoy a delicious and generous Antipasto spread with tea and plunger coffee (included). Afterwards, discover the abundant birdlife, neighbouring islands, and limestone cave formations on a nature walk.
After our time at the Abrolhos we fly back to the mainland to the unique Hutt Lagoon Pink Lake near Port Gregory.
The lake contains a pink hue created by presence of carotenoid-producing algae Dunaliella salina, a source of ß-carotene, a food-colouring agent and source of vitamin A.
The Pink Lake is approximately 70 square kilometres with most of it lying a few metres below sea level and fed by marine waters through springs.
After the Pink Lake up the coast Kalbarri along the Coastal cliffs to Bluff Point and the mouth of the Murchison River.
majestic Coastal Cliffs that tower over Gantheume Bay, with the lovely red sedimentary rock colors. The coastal cliffs have been over 400 million years in the making and were once part of an ancient coral reef system.
Heading inland along the river we fly to the Kalbarri National Park gorges with many of its amazing wonders of nature only visible by air. Fly over Z-band, the loop and other points of interest, before returning to Geraldton via the inland route.
What's Included:
- Scenic Flight to and from East Wallabi Island, including overflying famous sites in the Batavia story (Part of the Wallabi Group of Abrolhos Islands). 30 to 40 minutes to East Wallabi. 1 hour 45 to 2 hours return scenic flight over the Pink Lake, Kalbarri National Park and Kalbarri on return to Geraldton
- Lunch, tea, and coffee (Coffee from Don Massimo)
- Telling of the Batavia Story by pilot
- Guided Nature walk to explore the Abrolhos Islands with explanations on the flora and fauna
- Snorkelling amongst some of the most amazing coral in the world. Mask, Snorkel and Fin provided, please advise if you would like to bring your own.
- Headsets standard on all flights for noise reduction and pilot commentary.
Tour Duration: Approx. 6.5 hours – please note our tour times don't include the check in and safety briefing 30 minutes prior.
* Advertised prices are from 1st April to the 31 March each year, prices may change on bookings past these dates
Please note: due to some aircraft having a maximum seat weight of 120kgs, tickets available through online booking are capped at a total passenger weight of 120kgs. If someone in your party is over 119kgs, please call our booking line to discuss booking options.
