* Included in the price is the use of snorkelling equipment if you do not have your own, morning tea and lunch and the scenic flight. (Special dietary needs are catered for)
Before departure our pilots will give you a talk on the Abrolhos Islands including the history and information on the fishing industry as it is today.
We depart Geraldton just after 9am, overflying our beautiful city and then tracking for an extended scenic overfly of the three main groups of the Abrolhos Islands.- The Pelseart, Easter and Wallabi groups.
En route our pilots will point out the pearl farms, the historic church on Basile Island, The brightly coloured fisherman camps, marine life including sharks, manta rays, dolphins and migratory whales(in season) and some of the shipwrecks for example - The Zeewijk(1727) and the famous Batavia (1629). You will also overfly Webbie Hayes' fort, the oldest European building in Australia.
After landing at East Wallabi Island it's a short stroll to the picturesque Turtle Bay where we have morning tea. After this our pilots will take you snorkelling; this environmental measure ensures that you see the best of the marine life and coral reefs but also safeguards the fragile seagrasses and coral.
After enjoying lunch you will be taken on a guided nature walk with bird watching and wallaby spotting. Our Pilot/Guide will ensure you see all the points of interest including the osprey's nest, sea eagle's nest and the feeding platform, lizards, crabs and spiders.
Returning to the beach there is time for another swim or beach combing or just relaxing before heading back to the aeroplane.
On departure you will see Long Island (where the Batavia Mutineers were hanged), Beacon Island where many of the mutineers' victims were buried and the Batavia wreck site overflying the Geelvink channel before returning to Geraldton.
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During March, April , May and June we are able to offer an overflying tour and the opportunity
to board the FVA APPARITION at East Wallabi Island. This boat which is skippered by an
experienced lobster fisherman can take you snorkelling, fishing and to the Batavia wreck site
(weather permitting access to the site). These tours will be available on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays
during these months. SEATS AVAILABLE ON EASTER SATURDAY APRIL 3RD
Click below to download a detailed map of our Abrolhos Islands Tour.
Click below to see a video of our tour and the beautiful Abrolhos Islands
Abrolhos Islands Shipwreck Special Half Day Tour
* Included in the price is snorkelling equipment and morning or afternoon tea. (Special dietary needs are catered for)
Before departure your pilot will provide you with a briefing on the Abrolhos Islands including the history and information on the fishing industry as it is today.
We depart Geraldton just after 9am or 1pm, overflying our beautiful city and then tracking for an extended scenic overfly of the three main groups of the Abrolhos Islands.- The Pelseart, Easter and Wallabi groups.
En route your pilot will point out the pearl farms, the historic church on Basile Island, the brightly coloured fishermen's camps, marine life including sharks, manta rays, dolphins and migratory whales (in season) and some of the shipwrecks - for example - the Zeewijk(1727) and the famous Batavia (1629). You will also overfly Webbie Hayes' fort, the oldest European building in Australia.
After walking to beautiful Turtle Bay we have morning or afternoon tea, followed by the options of a guided snorkling adventure or a leisurely stroll to view the osprey's nest, white breasted sea eagles nest and the feeding platform, lizards, crabs and spiders.
On departure you will see Long Island (where the Batavia Mutineers were hanged), Beacon Island where many of the mutineers' victims were buried and the Batavia wreck site, overflying the Geelvink Channel.before returning to Geraldton.
Abrolhos IslandsOverflying Scenic Tour
The Overfly Scenic Tour is perfect opportunity for those who would like to experience the beautiful Abrolhos Islands, but are time restricted. Personal gifts, birthdays, and special occasions, just to name a few. The following outlines the itinerary for the Overflying Tour:
Before departure your pilot will provided you with a detailed talk on the Abrolhos Islands including the history and information on the fishing industry as it is today.
We depart Geraldton at either 9am, 11am, 1pm or 3pm, overflying our beautiful city and then tracking for an extended scenic overfly of the three main groups of the Abrolhos Islands.- The Pelseart, Easter and Wallabi groups.
En route your pilot will point out the pearl farms, the historic church on Basile Island, the brightly coloured fisherman camps, marine life including sharks, manta rays, dolphins and migratory whales(in season) and some of the shipwrecks for example - The Zeewijk(1727) and the famous Batavia (1629). You will also overfly Webbie Hayes' fort, the oldest European building in Australia.
Upon viewing the Batavia's shipwreck site, your pilot departs overhead Beacon and Traitors Islands to return to Geraldton.
Abrolhos Islands Shipwreck Special Scenic Flight with morning or afternoon tea
Is the overfly of the Abrolhos Islands as described above with a landing on East Wallabi for either morning or afternoon tea.
Abrolhos Islands Shipwreck Special 
