Wildlife Cruise Options
There are three cruise options available:
- Bay of Isles Wildlife Cruise - Half Day Option
- Bay of Isles Wildlife Cruise - Full Day Package
- Direct transfer to Woody Island
Bay of Isles Wildlife Cruise - Half Day Option
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Morning Departs 9.00am, returns 1.00pm.
Departing from the Taylor St Jetty at 9.00am sharp, cruise past the Esperance foreshore and closer beaches of Esperance before heading out to various islands in the Recherché Archipelago. Enjoy a full commentary throughout the cruise whilst viewing wildlife in their natural environment. Our regular sightings include:
- New Zealand Fur Seals
- Australian Sea Lions
- Cape Barren Geese
- Common and Bottlenose Dolphins
- White-breasted Sea Eagles (including feeding)
- Whales (September & October)
The highlight of the morning is a 1.5 hr (approx) stay on beautiful Woody Island with complimentary morning tea served in the Visitor Centre.
Optional activities offered after morning tea include:
- Half hour short guided walk to Twiggy's Landing (cost - free)
- Swimming & Snorkeling
- Fishing (hire the equipment or BYO)
The vessel departs from Woody Island at 12.30pm and returns to Esperance by 1.00pm.
Half Day Option Tour Prices
Adults $95, Concession* $90, Child $40, Infant $20
Family (2 adults + 2 children) $235 additional $30 /extra child, $15 /extra infant
Minimum 12 adults required (Runs all year round)
Bay of Isles Wildlife Cruise - Full Day Package
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Please see tour operating dates
Departs 9am with Half Day Option, returns 4pm
For those who truly want to experience what beautiful Woody Island has to offer why not extend your tour to an all inclusive Full Day Package. This tour begins with the Half Day Option which cruises through the Recherche Archipelago viewing the wildlife in its natural environment. Once you arrive at Woody Island and enjoy the complimentary morning tea, the remainder of the day is spent exploring the Island's many attractions. Activities include:
- A short or long guided bushwalk. Learn about the history of the island, including the tale of Twiggys Landing, and take in the stunning views of the surrounding islands and Cape Le Grand National Park.
- A buffet BBQ lunch is served on the deck of the Woody Island Visitor Centre.
- Swimming, snorkelling (mask & fins supplied) or jetty fishing (Hire or BYO equipment).
The vessel departs from Woody Island at 3:30pm and returns to Esperance by 4:00pm.
Full Day Package Tour Prices
Adults $165, Concession* $160, Child $80, Infant $35
Family (2 adults + 2 children) $450
Please see tour operating dates
Direct Trip to Woody Island
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Please see tour operating dates
Departing times vary
This 30 minute direct transfer to Woody Island departs from Esperance and can be Ideal for Eco-stay guests seeking a direct route or for those who just want to spend the day exploring the island at their own leisure.
Direct Ferry Prices
Adults $60, Child $30, Infant $15
Prices include return transfers
Definitions
Concession:* Australian Seniors / Disability card holders only
Child: aged 4 - 14 years
Infant: aged 1 - 3 years
Baby: 0 - 11 months (free of charge)
Family: 2 adults + 2 children
