Personalised small group four wheel drive (4WD) tours are a great way to see the wildflowers, and Sylvia provided one of the best.
The major appeal of small group 4WD touring in the Wildflower season is the enjoyment of experiencing the natural environment at close proximity. This tour is not only for the wildflower enthusiast; it is for people who enjoy the Australian great out doors.
You will spend time walking among the wildflowers and orchids in the bushland and seeing up close their dazzling beauty. Discover for your self the wonderful variety and changing habitat of the wildflowers in the bushland accompanied with Sylvia.
We visit the best floral displays north or south of Perth depending on the seasonal changes of the Wildflowers.
Tour operates daily during August September October.
(On demand in July and Nov). Depart 8.30am return 4.30pm
Afer lunch tour through the Stiling Ranges National Park, which is a geographical feature that is very scenic. There are more than 1500 species of wildflowers in the Stirling Range National Perth. We will touring the east- west dirt road, stopping to view and walk among a spectacular variety of flora endemic to the Stirling Ranges. You will enjoy
discoveing for your self the wonderful variety and changing habitat of the wildflowers and take in the spectacle. The array is really exciting
Our overnight stay is at the Stirling Range Retreat is a 3 star chalet share accommodation. Dinner at a near by country cafe. Attend a slide show - Flora and Fauna of Stirling Range National Park
Day Two:-
Join a local Orchid and Wildflower Tour. You will see amazing varieties of orchids and endemic wilflowers in isolated places with a guide who is passionate about the region. Seek out rare and exotic orchids and indemic wildflowers, Mountain Bell, dazzling Queen of Sheba orchid (late August early September), Spider orchids, Donkey orchids, the list goes on.
After lunch tour to Mt Barker Banksia Farm which, has 77 varieties of Banksia including the fabulous Banksia coccinea, Scarlet Banksia and 96 varieties of Dryandra. Hear the fascinating account of these remarkable species and wonder around the gardens.
Tour departs daily during September and October 2006.
Depart Perth hotels 7am return 5.30pm. Minimum of two persons to
operate this tour. If your are traveling alone please enquire to ensure there are other participants for you to join a tour.
Wildflower Wonders - Four Day WA Wildflower Tour 2006
Stirling Ranges, Albany, Tree Top Walk, Denmark Mt Barker.
Day One:-
Perth, Stirling Ranges.
Along the way we will be
detouring to view wildflowers on isolated country roads and reserves in the Kojonup and Cranbrook areas.
After Lunch we will travel on to the Stirling Range National Park, which is a geographical feature that is very scenic. There are more than 1500 species of Wildflowers in the Stirling Range National Park. We will be touring the east – west dirt road, stopping to view and walk among a spectacular variety of flora endemic to the Stirling Ranges You will enjoy discovering for your self the wonderful variety and changing habitat of the wildflowers and take in the spectable.
Our overnight stay at Stirling Range Retreat is a 3star chalet share accommodation. Dinner at a near by country cafe. This evening attend a Slide Evening - Flora and Fauna of Stirling Range National Park.
Day Two:-
Stirling Ranges Albany
Join a local Orchid and Wildflower Tour. You will see amazing varieties of orchids and endemic wildflowers in isolated places with a guide who is passionate about the region, Seek out rare and exotic orchids and indemic wildflowers, Mountain Bell, dazzling Queen of Sheba orchid
(late August early September), Spider orchids, Donkey orchids, the list goes on.
Tour to Albany region to view Albany Pitcher Plant (insect catching plant).Visit a wildflower nursery that has a vast variety of wildflowers on display. Visit Albany township and view the Albany coastline, Stirling Ranges and Porongurup's from Mount Clarence - there are fabulous views of King George Sound, Princess Royal Harbour and Oyster Harbour. Our overnight stay is a B&B at Middleton Beach.
Day Three;-
Albany Tree Top Walk Denmark
Visit the Natural Bridge, The Gap and view the spectacular coastline from West Cape Howe. Tour to the Tree Top Walk.
The drive into the Tree Top Walk from the Highway is spectacular. Karri and Red Tingle Trees loom out of the forest an indication of what is to come at the Tree Top Walk and the Ancient Empire. You must experience the Tree Top Walk. Stroll among the upper branches of giant Tingle and Karri Trees for a "birds eye view" of the southern forests. This is a fun and exhilarating thing to do. Nearby under the Tree Top Walk is a winding boardwalk
that takes you through a grove of veteran Red Tingle trees Eucalyptus jacksonii called the Ancient Empire. You can walk through the hollowed out butt of one tree.
After our visit at the Tree Top Walk we will continue on the Valley of the Giants Road to Bow Bridge and travel to William Bay. The spectacular Southern Coast has to be seen to be believed.
Our overnight stay is at Denmark a small town hidden amongst a Karri forest and rolling hills near the Southern Ocean. A delightfull scenic region not yet widely discovered. Our B&B accommodation has panoramic mountain & valley views from the verandahs of a colonial homestead perched on picturesque rural 70acres - 3 kms from the heart of Denmark.
Day Four;-
Demark Mount Barker Kojonup Williams Perth
Visit Mt Barker Banksia Farm that has 77 varieties Banksia including the fabulous Banksia coccinea, Scarlet Banksia and 96 varieties Dryandra, hear the fascinating account of these remarkable species and wonder around the gardens.
Mt Barker is premier farm and grazing country with viticulture developing a region
that is highly regarded for its quality wine. If you wish we will taste wine at Plantagenant winery. After lunch travel back to Perth driving through premier farming and agriculture land.
Kojonup a bustling rural town still bears all the trademarks of a traditional country settlement, with its historic buildings and is a thriving country town with agricultural base and busy commercial centre. Williams, a historic township with attractive rolling hills. A strong agriculture and farming region.
Arrive Perth 5.30pm.
Tour departs daily during late August, September and October. Pickup 7am return 5.30pm. Minimum of two persons to operate this tour. If your are travelling alone please enquire to ensure ther are other participants for you to join the tour.
Vacancies exist Thursday 31st August - Sunday 3rd September 2006. Single bookings are welcome.
Wildflower Extravaganza - Six Day Wildflower Tour 2006
Esperance Stirling Ranges Albany Denmark
Day One:-
Wednesday 11th Oct 2006
Perth Wave Rock, Hyden, Esperance
Wave Rock Wave Rock is on a natural reserve of 160 hectares. Geologists believe the original formation has been sculpted by weathering and coloured by mineralisation over 2,700 million years to take on its wave like character.The Rock rises 15 meters above the ground and 110 metres long like a giant wave about to break. Visit Hippo's Yawn.
Travel on to Esperance our stay for the next two nights. We are staying at Esperance B&B by the Sea. Situated 5km out of town centre overlooking the Recherche Archipelago.
Wake up to stunning sunrises over the Esperance Bay. A short walk from surf and fishing beaches and looks over to the calm waters of Blue Haven Bay where there are walk paths above the beach or go for a walk on the beach
Day Two:-
Thursday 12th Oct 2006
Esperance Cape Le Grand, Esperance
Esperance is Australia's best-kept secret.
The Esperance region is distinguished by spectacular coastal scenery and a diversity of wildlife including seals, dolphins, whales, emus and sea eagles plus pristine beaches and hundreds of islands that make up the Recherche Archipelago. With stunning national parks this is one of a few places in Western Australia where you may see kangaroos sunbathing on the beach.
The region enjoys a Mediterranean type climate ideal for prime farming and grazing. Esperance has a large port where Iron Ore from Koolyanobbing is exported using Mega ships. Visit Pink Lake to see if it really is pink (fascinating microbic instigation).
Tour east of Esperance to Cape Le Grand National Park and enjoy stunning scenic coastal views 80km east of town
(this trip is a must). Excellent wildflowers in the bushland.
Climb Frenchman's Peak, a fun and moderate climb with fantastic views, go for walks, We will take a picnic lunch to have out there. on our return into town visit Hellfire Gallery. Keep a look out for Emus and Kangaroos in the National Parks and in the grazing paddocks.
Day Three;-
Friday 13th Oct 2006
Esperance Stirling Ranges
Esperance, Ravensthorpe, Jerramungup, Ongerup, Borden, Stirling Range Retreat.
Visit Stokes Inlet National Park. Beautiful coastal and inlet scenery approximately 80 km west of Esperance We will stop along the way to view the Wildflowers Ravensthorpe lunch. Visit Ongerup Wildflower Display. This is one of many regional displays in the regions during wildflower season.
We Tour on down to the Stirling Ranges. Enjoy spectacular views of the ranges as we are driving toward them. Our overnight stay is at the Stirling Range Retreat is a 3 star chalet share accommodation. Dinner at a near by country cafe. Attend a slide show - Flora and Fauna of Stirling Range National Park.
Day Four;-
Saturday 14th October 2006
Stirling Ranges Albany
Join Orchid and Wildflower Tour. 9am - 3 hours
See amazing varieties of orchids and endemic wildflowers in isolated places with a guide who is passionate about the region, habitat and the flora. The highlights of this tour are the stunning array of orchids.
After Lunch Albany region we will tour to Albany travelling through the Stirling Range National Park, which is a geographical feature that is very scenic. There are more than 1500 species of Wildflowers in the Stirling Range National Park. We will be touring the East – West dirt road. The array is truly inspiring. We will be getting out of the vehicle often for photos and just taking in the spectacle.
Albany surrounds one of the world's most beautiful harbours with a stunning coastline. Boxing Day 26th Jan 1826 Albany became an established penal outpost from Sydney. Perth was not founded until 1829.
Visit Albany township and view the Albany coastline, Stirling Ranges and Porongurup's from Mount Clarence - there are fabulous views
of King George Sound, Princess Royal Harbour and Oyster Harbour. Our over night stay B&B at Middleton Beach.
Day Five;-
Sunday 15th October 2006
Albany Tree Top Walk Denmark
Visit the Natural Bridge, The Gap and the Wind Farm. On the way over to the Tree Top Walk visit West Cape Howe to view one of the most stunning vistas on the south coast
We tour on to the Tree Top Walk 15 km east of Walpole. The drive into the Tree Top Walk from the Highway is spectacular. Karri and Red Tingle Trees loom out of the forest an indication of what is to come at the Tree Top Walk and the Ancient Empire. You must experience the Tree Top Walk. Stroll among the upper branches of giant Tingle and Karri Trees for a "birds eye view" of the southern forests. This is a fun and exhilarating thing to do. Nearby under the Tree Top Walk is a winding boardwalk that takes you through a grove of veteran Red Tingle trees Eucalyptus jacksonii called the Ancient Empire. You can walk through the hollowed out butt of one tree.
After our visit at the Tree Top Walk we will continue on the Valley
of the Giants Road to Bow Bridge and tour to William Bay for stunning vistas of the coastline. The spectacular Southern coast has to be seen to be believed.
Travel on to Denmark a small town hidden amongst Karri forests and rolling hills near the Southern Ocean. Denmark is our overnight stay at the Mount Lindesay View B&B 4 ½ star. Our accommodation has panoramic views from the wide varandahs on a homestead perched on picturesque 5 acres - 3 kms from the heart of Denmark.
Day Six;-
Monday 16th October 2006
Demark Mount Barker Kojonup Williams Perth
Visit Mt Barker Banksia Farm that has 77 varieties Banksia including the fabulous Banksia coccinea, scarlet Banksia and 96 varieties Dryandra, hear the fascinating account of these remarkable species and wonder around the grove and nursery. Mt Barker is premier farm and grazing country with viticulture developing a region that is highly regarded for its quality wine.
On to Kojonup to visit a reserve that has a charming wildflower trails that echo of romantic nursery tales. Excellent floral display.
Kojonup
settled over 150 years ago, this bustling rural town still bears all the trademarks of a traditional country settlement, with its historic buildings and is a thriving country town with agricultural base and busy commercial centre.
Williams a historic town ship with attractive rolling hills. A strong agriculture and farming region.
Arrive Perth 5.30pm
This tour operates Wednesday 11th October - Monday 16th October 2006.
Friday 29th September – Wednesday 4th October 2006 Tour is fully booked.
5 Nights / 6 Days
