Location and Attractions

The Albany or Great Southern Region, covers approximately 40 000 square kilometres.

The region features some of the most rugged and awe-inspiring scenery in Australia. It extends west to the famous tree top walk at Walpole, to the east as far as picturesque Bremer Bay.

The region boasts some of the finest food and premium wine production and is widely recognised as one of the cleanest and most eco-diverse growing areas in the Southern Hemisphere. The ever changing coast line can be both tranquil and beautiful or intensely dramatic.

It offers superb fishing and also provides protection to pods of Southern Right, Sperm, Humpback Whales and, on occasions, the rare and endangered Blue Whale.

Moving away from the coast, the terrain evolves into a mosaic of contrasts: pastured landscape, vineyards, forests, rolling hills and the towering peaks of the Stirling ranges will capture your imagination and heart forever.

Historic venues:

• Strawberry Hill Farm

• Old Gaol Museum,

• The Fort

• Amity Replica

Wonders of nature:  Blowholes The Gap and Natural Bridge Dog Rock Torndirrup National Park William Bay Greens Pool Walpole Tree Top Walk Bibbulmun Track Wilderness Cruises Whale Watching Bush Walks Bluff Knoll Karri Forests Stirling Ranges

If only I had known! There was so much to see and do in the region - I should have stayed longer!"
A frequent comment from visitors -and the message is clear; plan to stay!

If its a historic encounter or the desire to get closer to nature you wont be disappointed. Quiet solitude, an adventure or a gourmet experience - its all here! You need look no further!

The Albany region is blessed by a temperate and comfortable Mediterranean climate. This means beautiful, sunny winter days and cool summer nights. What's more, is that so many of the main attractions are easily accessible to the walker, cyclist or motorist.

The Albany Region offers a dichotomy of experiences, from the spectacular, towering Karri forests, pristine aqua-blue waters of the coast, sandy beaches, frolicking whales, world-class wineries, bird life, bush walks, wildflowers, native wildlife and much more.

On the other hand if you are seeking a quiet romantic interlude, you wont be disappointed. Albany is easily accessible, it takes about 4½ hours by road from Perth, or an hour by air. There are world-class tourist facilities and accommodation to suit every budget, you will be pleasantly surprised at just how affordable Albany is!

Places of interest and other things to do:

• Wreck Diving/ Granite Bommies/ Caves and Shore Dives 
• The Sandalwood Factory
• Whale World
• Wind Farm
• Vancouver Arts Centre
• York street shopping
• Dining out
• Walk and Cycle trails
• Go Taste Albany farm gate experience

Regardless of whether this is the trip of a life time or part of an Australia-wide holiday, we will arrange your Albany break according to your budget, lifestyle, preferences and of course your personal interests.

You can stay 7 days and see most of this, see the Albany Region Day Planner (click here).