At a Glance
Private. Epic. Remote. Once-In-A-Lifetime…
Discover Western Australia’s wild South Coast and experience Albany’s premier day walk - Torndirrup’s Bald Head Walk, two spectacular National Parks (Torndirrup and William Bay), and lunch at one of Denmark’s best wineries, with this incredible 3-day package.
Commencing from Perth or Albany Airport, set out to uncover the magic of the ‘Rainbow Coast’, the South Coast of Western Australia. One of the most beautiful places on Earth, this coast includes Albany, Denmark and Walpole, where you will find pristine beaches, rocky coastline and ancient Karri and Tingle forests that will draw you back to nature.
Over 3-days, delve deep into the Torndirrup and William Bay National Parks and take on the region’s best walks with your very own private guide. Part of the long distance Bibbulmun Track, Torndirrup’s ...
Trip Highlights
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What's Included
- 2-days private guided walking at Bald Head near Albany and highlights of the Bibbulmun Track near Denmark and Walpole.
- 2-nights’ accommodation at The Beach House at Bayside in a King Balcony room on a twin share basis.
- Daily breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and evening port and chocolates.
- Sparkling wine and cheese at scenic lookout on Day 1.
- 4-course lunch with wine matches at Pepper & Salt Restaurant.
- Complimentary wine tastings at Forest Hill Estate.
- Bottle of local wine on arrival.
- All gear and a custom stainless steel bottle to keep.
- Entry to the Treetop Walk and all insurances/park licenses.
- Albany airport transfers (if flying to Albany from Perth).
Itinerary
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Self Drive: Perth to Albany: 418km/260mi | 5hr Your journey commences from The Beach House at Bayside, located in the town of Albany approximately 5-hours’ drive south of Perth. You may self-drive to The Beach House, or fly from Perth and be met at the airport by your host. From 2:00pm, check into your King Balcony Room at The Beach House. After experiencing the hotel’s wonderful care and service, you will understand why this award-winning team recently joined the Australian Tourism Awards Hall of Fame. Settle into your stylish, purpose-built room and enjoy complimentary afternoon tea, port and chocolates along with a bottle of Great Southern wine. In the evening, enjoy a casual in-room dinner, or make use the complimentary (one way) transfer to town to dine out in Albany. Your hosts will ensure you are looked after, whether you need a restaurant reservation or would like to arrange a platter for your room. |
The Beach House at Bayside, Albany
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Bald Head Walk: 12.5km/8mi | 6.5hr | Grade 4: Bushwalking experience recommended. Tracks may be long, rough and very steep. Directional signage may be limited. Terrain is steep and difficult in sections. Do not attempt to return via the beaches due to unseen hazards. After a continental and cooked a la carte breakfast in the dining room, meet your Walk Into Luxury host at 8:00am in reception for an exciting day at Torndirrup National Park. This wild and rugged coastal park is known for its spectacular wave-carved features including the Natural Bridge, The Gap and the Blowholes. Today, you will be walking the 12.5-kilometre (8mi) Bald Head Walk, voted one of the best day walks in Australia. The trail climbs and descends along the narrow ridge line of the Flinders Peninsula, a granite formation that juts out from the landscape into the sprawling Southern Ocean. Along with spectacular views of the granite cliffs, the views back to Albany and King George Sound are simply breathtaking. Enjoy a picnic lunch overlooking some of the most scenic coastline in Western Australia. After your walk, travel to a nearby section of the long distance Bibbulmun Track, one of the world’s great long distance walk trails, stretching 1000-kilometres from Kalamunda in the Perth Hills to Albany on the south coast. After a short stroll to take in the clifftop track and towering windmills, enjoy some cheese and bubbles at a breathtaking viewing platform. You’ve earned it! In the evening, return to The Beach House where you may dine in your room, or venture out into town. |
The Beach House at Bayside, AlbanyBreakfast, Lunch |
After another continental and cooked a la carte breakfast in the dining room, transfer to William Bay National Park, known for its turquoise green waters, white sandy beaches and towering granite rocks. This morning, you will be taking in the highlights of William Bay on short walks to Greens Pool, Elephant Rocks and to the rock formations lining the top of Tower Hill (part of the Bibbulmun Track). From the top, enjoy magnificent views over the National Park and Denmark coastline. Pack your swimmers if you would like to take a dip in Greens Pool. Almost completely sheltered from the waves of the Great Southern Ocean by the rounded rock boulders typical to the area, Greens Pool is rightfully recognised as one of Australia’s best beaches. Next, continue with your guide by vehicle to The Valley of the Giants Tree-top Walk (20-minute drive). This internationally recognised walk gives you a bird’s eye view of some of the biggest timber giants on Earth – Western Australia’s majestic tingle trees. Climbing 40-metres (130ft) into the forest canopy and meandering through the treetops for 600-metres (1970ft), the walk is the first of its kind, designed to maximise views and minimise impact. Time permitting, you will also stop at Conspicuous Cliffs on your way to lunch to admire the spectacular limestone cliffs and large surf that pounds against the shore of this pristine beach. Lunch today is at the award-winning Pepper & Salt Restaurant. Situated among the rolling hills and sweeping vineyards of Denmark, Pepper & Salt is the brainchild of head chef Silas Masih, one of Western Australia’s best regional chefs. Enjoy 4 sumptuous courses, each featuring fresh seasonal produce and paired with a matching cool climate wine. Belly full, head downstairs to the Forest Hill Estate Cellar door for a complimentary wine tasting with the opportunity to purchase anything that takes your fancy. After lunch, you will be returned to The Beach House at Bayside (if self-driving or staying an additional night in Albany) or to Albany Airport if flying to Perth. * This itinerary is provided as an example only – prevailing conditions and local arrangements may cause variation. |
The Beach House at Bayside, AlbanyBreakfast, LunchDates & Prices
Dates available year-round excluding July and August. Peak season rates and minimum stay requirements apply over Christmas holidays and other public holiday and event days.
More Info
The start and finish point for this tour is Albany, Western Australia.
Located on Western Australia’s southern coast, Albany is approximately a 5-hour drive from Perth. Regional Express Airlines (Rex) flies daily between Albany and Perth (flight time approx. 1 hour).
Western Australia’s wild South Coast is more temperate than the rest of the state. This region features a Mediterranean climate with cool wet winters and warm dry summer months. The hottest months are between December and March, but the warm conditions can last from October to May in Perth, Albany and the Margaret River.
Onlyluxe Travel acts as travel agency and work with different tour operators.
Payment Detail
All pricing is in Australian dollars and are quoted on a per person twin share basis. A supplementary price is available (see below). Bookings are not confirmed until full payment and the signed Booking Form has been received by Onlyluxe Travel.
A non-refundable 30% deposit is payable within 7 days of your booking, with the final balance due 60 days prior to departure. If a booking is made 60 days or less before departure, the full payment is payable immediately. Last minute bookings are payable before arrival. Failure to pay on time may result in automatic cancellation of a booking with cancellation penalties payable to Onlyluxe Travel. If you pay by credit card or PayPal a surcharge will be added to the total price.
Single Supplement
All accommodation is twin share. Single guests will share with someone of the same gender. If a single room is demanded, a supplementary price of will apply. The supplementary price refers to our quotation and needs to be stipulated at the time of booking.
General Cancellation Policies
- Outside of 60 days monies will be refunded less 30% of full fee
- Within 60 days prior to arrival all monies will be forfeited
- No refunds will be given in the event of non-arrival, any unused services or unused nights due to flight or weather disruption
- We strongly recommend guests protect themselves with travel insurance and medical insurance
Please Note: Cancellations must be advised in email and will take effect from the date they are received.
Liability
The participant agrees to indemnify Onlyluxe Travel, and its servant, tour operator and agents, in relation to any liability, loss and damage which the tour operator, or its servants and/or agents may incur as a result of the participants, negligence or misconduct during the tour.
Smoking is not permitted on the bus, or in tents or in other accommodation being used by tour operator at the time that a trip is being conducted.
Child Policy
Please consult travel consultant on age limit.
Changes to Itineraries
Local conditions may necessitate changes to sightseeing, walking and driving routes, camping and accommodation locations. While every effort will be made to provide the services and experiences as offered in our brochure, on our website, and in our trip letters, we reserve the right to vary your itinerary. In the event that we are forced to change your arrangements, substitute arrangements of a similar standard will be provided. The tour operator will not be liable where interruptions to itineraries are caused by weather conditions, technical problems to transport used by the tour operator, industrial action, political or civil commotion or other circumstances beyond our control. We refer you to the conditions regarding travel insurance.
Changes in Prices
While we will do its utmost to honour its pricing unforeseen circumstances may mean that prices may be subject to change without notice.
Pre-Existing Medical Conditions and Age Limits
You need to advise Onlyluxe travel and the tour operator on any pre-existing medical condition, mobility impairment and/or disability that might reasonably be expected to increase the risk of your requiring medical attention, or that might affect the normal conduct of a trip and the enjoyment of other trip members. Onlyluxe Travel and the tour operator may require an assessment of your medical condition from a qualified medical practitioner. If you fail to adequately notify the tour operator of any pre-existing medical conditions and/or disability, the tour operator reserves the right, at its reasonable discretion, to cancel your participation in a trip at any time, including after the commencement of your trip, with no right of refund if your medical condition, mobility impairment and/or disability could be reasonably expected to affect the normal conduct of the trip and the enjoyment of other trip members.
Cancellation by The Tour Operator
The walks take place in very special wilderness settings. The tour operator is at the mercy of nature in all her beauty and all her fury. The tour operator will under no circumstance knowingly place at risk the health and well-being of our guests and guides. In the case of natural threats, acts of God and the like (e.g. bushfires, impassable snow, etc) the tour operator may need to cancel a walk with very little notice. In some cases, this can occur after the walk has commenced. The tour operator reserves the right to cancel any walk up to 60 days prior to departure if a minimum of 4 walkers are unable to meet for a tour. If the tour operator needs to cancel for any reason, the cost of the walk or any other costs associated with travel to the designated pick up point, overnight accommodation, meals, etc will not be covered by the Onlyluxe Travel and therefore we strongly recommend travel insurance be taken out prior to travel.
Force Majeure
'Force Majeure' means (without restriction) any event which Onlyluxe Travel or its third party providers could not, even with due care, foresee or avoid. Force Majeure covers events such as, but not limited to, adverse weather conditions, fire and all similar events beyond our control. In the case of Force Majeure Onlyluxe Travel will not accept liability, and reserves the right to change and cancel trips.
Evacuations
In rare circumstances, due to injury or unforeseen illness, the tour operator may need to evacuate you from a remote part of the walk. Helicopter evacuations are expensive and in most cases will be at a cost to the customer.
For Australian residents, under the Australian Government Medicare Act, it is prohibited for any domestic travel insurance product to provide any financial reimbursement with regard to ambulance or air ambulance services. We therefore strongly advise our customers to take specific ambulance cover through their health insurance provider. Evacuation cost will not be covered by the Onlyluxe Travel and therefore it is also strongly recommended that our customers take out travel insurance to cover (amongst other things) the costs associated with evacuation.
Travel Insurance
In view of the heavy cancellation penalties applied to cancelled reservations in certain circumstances, we strongly recommends suitable travel insurance be purchased at the time the holding deposit is paid. We recommend insurance cover that covers any loss which may be suffered due to cancellation. We also strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance against loss of baggage and medical expenses.
