A fabulous tour to experience some of Western Australia’s natural treasures. Travelling through spectacular South West forests and lush farmlands your day is topped off by a walk through the canopy of towering old growth forest. Other highlights include a walk through the Ancient Empire and the opportunity to climb Diamond Tree Lookout.
Highlights & Inclusions
- Old growth forest & Diamond Tree Lookout
- William Bay & Blackwood Valley
- Tree Top Walk & Ancient Empire Walkway
- Seasonal Wildflowers (Sept - Nov)
- Donnybrook - Apple Orchards
- Luxury coach travel
- Kodja Place Aboriginal & Rural Heritage Centre
- Delicious lunch options & entry fees
After heading south through the town of Mandurah, we break at
Donnybrook for morning tea (own expense). Regarded locally as the “
apple town”, Donnybrook is famous for its
apple and stone fruit orchards. Our brief stop for morning tea will allow you time to purchase some of the locally grown fruit (including oranges, apples, pears, nectarines, etc in season).
Leaving Donnybrook we relax into scenic touring through the rolling farmlands of the
Blackwood River Valley and pass through the small historic pioneer towns of Balingup and Bridgetown. Moving south we are now entering Western Australia’s only old growth forest area. Stopping at the
Diamond Tree, one of the three towering trees in the district once used as a bush fire watch tower, we break for a picnic lunch or alternatively indulge yourself and order the optional lobster lunch . Those feeling like a challenge can attempt the climb to the wooden watch cabin near the top of the 51 metre tall tree.
Following lunch we continue on through stunning sections of
karri forest, the world’s third tallest tree, before reaching the
Valley of the Giants. Here we experience the
Tree Top Walk, a 400 metre long elevated walkway constructed through the canopy gradually reaching up to 40 metres above ground. The views of the forest below are sensational and bird watchers will be delighted with the opportunity to view native Australian birds close up. For those unsure about the elevation, a wonderful walk on ground level is available through the
Ancient Empire, a remarkable pocket of
Tingle Forest. These wide girthed trees, goblin like in appearance can grow up to 5 metres in diameter at the base. After a day immersed in nature it is time to enjoy afternoon tea before heading to
William Bay, then continuing along the coast through some of Western Australia’s most spectacular farming country to the quaint seaside town of
Denmark.
From here we head inland and travel via
Mt Barker and
Kojonup where we stop briefly for tea (own expense) at
The Kodja Place Visitors Centre, a contemporary tourist complex combining Aboriginal Culture and Rural Heritage to showcase the ingenuity and the spirit of life in “the bush”. Return to Perth arriving at approximately 10.30 pm.
Note: Strong wind conditions may result in the closure of the Tree Top Walk, in which case alternative touring arrangements will be made.
Tour Info
Daily from 8am
Closed on Christmas Day and Good Friday (21st March 2008)
A fabulous tour to experience some of Western Australia’s natural treasures. Travelling through spectacular South West forests and lush farmlands your day is topped off by a walk through the canopy of towering old growth forest. Other highlights include a walk through the Ancient Empire and the opportunity to climb Diamond Tree Lookout.
Highlights & Inclusions:
• Old growth forest & Diamond Tree Lookout
• William Bay & Blackwood Valley
• Tree Top Walk & Ancient Empire Walkway
• Seasonal
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