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Top 3 water & beach things to do in Albany

Boats, beaches, and the parts of Albany you only see from the water. Ferry rides, sunset cruises, snorkel runs, and the occasional sailing day for travellers who measure good cities by their coastline.

  1. Kinjarling’s Killer Coast: A Self-Guided Drive Through Albany, Albany1

    1. Kinjarling’s Killer Coast: A Self-Guided Drive Through Albany

    5.0· 1 reviews

    This self-guided driving tour explores the 45,000-year history of Kinjarling on Menang Noongar land. Starting at Middleton Beach, the 50-kilometer route follows the legacy of George Vancouver and Major Edmund Lockyer. Tour Highlights: Mount Clarence: Visit the ANZAC memorial and Desert Mounted Corps tribute. Brig Amity: Explore a scale replica of the 1826 colony ship. Albany Wind Farm: See 18 massive turbines at The Sandpatch. The Gap & Natural Bridge: Witness spectacular granite formations and powerful waves. Historic Whaling Station: Discover Australia’s whaling history at the tour's end.

  2. Albany Wildlife and Scenic Cruise, Albany2

    2. Albany Wildlife and Scenic Cruise

    5.0· 78 reviews· 4 hours

    Departs at 9am from Emu Point Boat pens for 4 hours of wild life history and fun. This is a sheltered water cruise with no open sea. We cross to Green Island which was Western Australia’s first vegetable garden and is now home to one of only four Pelican breeding grounds in Western Australia. Then cross Oyster Harbour to the Kalgan River. Seen regularly are Pelicans Eagles Hawks and a wide range of other bird life. You are served Tea Coffee and a hot savoury Damper while listening to a live and humorous commentary. Returning across the harbour to the boat pens at 1pm. Oh yes did I mention it’s FUN?

  3. Kalgan Queen Scenic Cruises a four hour sheltered water wildlife tour daily fun., Albany3

    3. Kalgan Queen Scenic Cruises a four hour sheltered water wildlife tour daily fun.

    5.0· 526 reviews· 4 hours

    Cruise the sheltered waters of Oyster Harbour and the ancient Kalgan River whilst listening to a live and humerous commentary about the history, wildlife and why Albany is the home of ANZAC. With more the eighteen years of us cruising the wildlife has accepted us as part of the eco system. You will get up close and personal at the same time as learning about what you are seeing. The vessel also has a glass bottom.

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