Top Things to do in Albany
The 5 Best Things to do Good for Adrenaline Seekers in Albany, Western Australia
Discover the best top things to do in Albany, Australia including Albany Whale Tours, Bald Head Walk Trail, West Cape Howe National Park, The Gap and Natural Bridge, The Blow Holes.
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1. Albany Whale Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 276 reviews
Boat Tours - Sail and powered. Its not what you see when you are out on the water, it's what you feel during the experience...At Albany Whale Tours, we care about your needs and that your voyage with us is an experience that you will remember forever, whether you are on Sail-A-Way, our motor sailing catamaran or on Waverider, our high-powered rigid inflatable boat. Ocean and sheltered water tours focusing on wilderness, wildlife, natural and cultural history of this ancient and fascinating land and sea scape. We even run delightful Twilight Sunset Cruises on our motor sailing catamaran.
2. Bald Head Walk Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 44 reviews
Reviewed By Finlay122 - Perth, Australia
We had just done three days walking in the Stirling Range and I have to say I found this walk far more enjoyable and scenic. You must go prepared though as it is a long walk with no shade and definitely the domain of the FLY. Hats, suncsreen, LOTs of water and a fly net and you will be fine. The whole walk has stunning views, so take time to stop and look. Your eventually arrive at a 'bald head' looking rock, but don't be fooled into thinking that is the end...there is a rather scrabbly sand climb/slide to tackle before you reach the spectacular finale. Its listed as a Grade 5 walk (Bluff Knoll is only a Grade 4), I suspect this is may be due to the distance and perhaps the sandy scrabble..but we didn't find it any more challenging. If you enjoy bush walking give this go.
3. West Cape Howe National Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 36 reviews
Reviewed By j0n1g - Perth, Australia
#1 tip- wear a fly net or bring bug spray! The flies are thick in places! I parked at Shelly beach then followed the trail to Golden Gates beach while paragliders sailed overhead. Lots of good view points on this stretch but the trail became really sandy. So I went off trail and climbed across the rocks for 2 kms all the way to Torbay head! There’s no phone reception so be careful not to twist an ankle or something. Normally it’s a 15km round trip but I tacked on a bit more exploring. The ocean is very powerful so be very careful if you decide to go for a swim.
4. The Gap and Natural Bridge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,884 reviews
The surging power of the Southern Ocean is evident at The Gap, a spectacular channel in the 40 metre high coastal granites of Torndirrup National Park. Lookouts at both the Gap and natural Bridge provide outstanding views of the Southern Ocean and the coast from Bald Head to West Cape Howe. Visitors to the Gap can venture onto a universally accessible new viewing platform 40 metres directly above the surging seas in all but the worst weather conditions. From the gentle and mesmerising heaving of calm seas to the buffeting rush of wind and spray of winter storms the experience changes from day to day. A raised pathway leads from the car-park and picnic area across the top of the exposed granite ramparts to reach the viewing platform at the Gap. The pathway gives safe access to the best views while protecting vulnerable plants and lichens on the rock surface from trampling.
Reviewed By 952pearla
Went to The Gap and Natural Bridge with no prior knowledge of what to expect. The area has been extremely well thought out for tourists with their upmost safely in mind. The engineering feat of the viewing platform over The Gap is spectacular and enables you to get really good views of the rugged coastline of the beautiful south west of western Australia. The Natural Bridge is amazing.
5. The Blow Holes
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 362 reviews
Reviewed By Kathlyn66 - Perth, Australia
It's a bit of a walk so don't go in thongs ... wear good sneakers or boots. So worth the effort - amazing coastline even though it was very windy and cloudy. Bonus view we got to see a pod of dolphins enjoying this wonderful place.
