From
Begin the morning by flying over the city of Geraldton to the Abrolhos
Islands.
The Abrolhos Islands are a chain of 122 islands and associated coral reefs in
the Indian Ocean, approximately 65 kilometres off the west coast of Australia.
It is the southernmost true coral reef in the Indian Ocean, one of the highest
latitude reef systems in the world and one of the most important seabird
breeding sites.
Composed of three groups of 40 islands each, The Abrolhos boasts an incredible
range of marine life and spectacular coral gardens that are excellent for
diving and snorkelling while sea lions, dolphins and migratory whales are
often spotted in the area.
We overfly the Pelsaert Group before heading North to the Wallabi Group,
landing on East Wallabi Island, known for its beautiful coral and turquoise
bays where a delicious afternoon tea with tea and coffee is served (included).
Continue flying over the breathtaking Abrolhos Islands coral atolls and the
site of the historical Batavia shipwreck. This Dutch ship which was wrecked on
Morning Reef in the Abrolhos Islands in 1629. Dozens drowned while the
survivors including 125 men, women and children were then murdered by a
mutinous merchant.
On the return to Geraldton fly over the unique Hutt Lagoon Pink Lake near Port
Gregory. The lake contains a pink hue created by presence of carotenoid-
producing algae Dunaliella salina, a source of ß-carotene, a food-coloring
agent and source of vitamin A.
The Pink Lake is approximately 70 square kilometres with most of it lying a
few metres below sea level and fed by marine waters through springs.
After circling the lake head back along the coastal to the Geraldton airport.
What's Included:
- Scenic Flight to and from East Wallabi Island, including overflying famous
sites in the Batavia story (Part of the Wallabi Group of Abrolhos Islands) 30
to 40 minutes each way.
- Afternoon Tea, tea, and coffee (Coffee from Don Massimo)
- Telling of the Batavia Story by pilot
- Headsets standard on all flights for noise reduction and pilot commentary.
Tour Duration: Approx. 2.5 hours – please note we do not include check in as
part of our tour time.
Please make sure when booking that the weight is including shoes and after a
meal as we need your maximum fully clothed weight for safety.
** _ _Please note: __**due to some aircraft having a maximum seat weight of
120kgs, tickets available through online booking are capped at a total
passenger weight of 120kgs. If someone in your party is over 119kgs, please
call our booking line to discuss booking options.
Welcome
Thank you for booking your flight with Nationwest Aviation. Please note your
booking is marked as confirmed, subject to minimum numbers. An email will be
sent from our booking team to confirm if your flight meets minimum numbers or
is waiting on more passengers to proceed.
Please read the attached document for information on your flight.
NOTE: Passengers are required to be at the Terminal 30 minutes prior to their
flight. When entering the terminal, a safety video will be playing and pre-
flight forms will be available to fill out. Please make sure to have watched
the Safety Video in its entirety and completed the forms before your pilot
returns for boarding.
Kind Regards
The Nationwest Aviation Team
Nationwest Aviation - Kalbarri Scenic Flights
USD 352.16