Cruise the sheltered waters of Oyster Harbour and the ancient Kalgan River whilst listening to a live and humerous commentary about the history, wildlife and why Albany is the home of ANZAC. With more the eighteen years of us cruising the wildlife has accepted us as part of the eco system. You will get up close and personal at the same time as learning about what you are seeing. The vessel also has a glass bottom.

Kalgan Queen Scenic Cruises a four hour sheltered water wildlife tour daily fun.

In 1914 over 41,000 service men and women left from Albany bound for World War I. For many this would be the last time they saw home. Today at this very location stands the state-of-the-art award winning National Anzac Centre which uses multimedia, interactive technology and historical artifacts to create a deeply personal connection with the past, as well as pay tribute to those who served.

Through traditional museum display and highly interactive multi-media content, visitors assume the identity of one of 32 actual service men or women, and follow their experience of the Great War: From recruitment, through training and embarkation, ship-board life on the convoys, the conflicts at Gallipoli, the Middle East, and the Western Front. Finally, for those lucky enough to survive, you will witness their return home and the difficulties they faced adjusting back into normal society.


National Anzac Centre General Entry Ticket

Spend a day exploring the world’s only complete whaling station tourism attraction and gain fascinating insight into Albany’s colorful past. Follow informative trails to learn the stories of the men and women whose livelihood depended on Australia’s whaling industry. There are a variety of activities to experience and see such as short films within the converted whale oil tanks, a giant blue whale skeleton display, precious scrimshaw art, and a world-renowned marine animal art collection. You may even climb aboard the Cheynes IV, the world’s only preserved Whalechaser ship. Afterwards, relax in a café overlooking one of Albany’s most picturesque bays and enjoy free BBQ facilities in a beautiful Regional Wildflower Garden.

Albany's Historic Whaling Station Admission Ticket

Departs at 9am from Emu Point Boat pens for 4 hours of wild

life history and fun. This is a sheltered water cruise with no open sea. We

cross to Green Island which was Western Australia’s first vegetable garden and

is now home to one of only four Pelican breeding grounds in Western Australia.

Then cross Oyster Harbour to the Kalgan River. Seen regularly are Pelicans

Eagles Hawks and a wide range of other bird life. 
 You are served Tea Coffee and a hot savoury Damper while

listening to a live and humorous commentary. Returning across the harbour to the

boat pens at 1pm. Oh yes did I mention it’s FUN?

Albany Wildlife and Scenic Cruise

Take in the 360 degree views of the coastline from the summit of Stony Hill in the Torndirrup National Park.  From here, amidst the pristine bushland, it is possible to see the vast expanse of the Southern Ocean and the rugged coastlines that early explorers first encountered as they rounded the peninsula for the sheltered waters of Princess Royal Harbour.  Get closer to the edge! At The Gap, feel the power of the wind and water from the masterfully crafted, protected walkway.  See the pounding waves as they thrash the granite walls and surge into the spaces below. Exhilarating! Travel on, and complete your journey and exploration of the impressive coastline with some delectable afternoon tea.

The Gap and Natural Wonders

Leave Albany behind to travel to Porongurup National Park. An experienced guide will accompany you on a hike, about an hour on a nature trail to get to Castle Rock. Scramble over rocks to get to the fireman's ladder and climb to exhilarating views from the Granite Skywalk. Savor local foods and wine tastings at Ironwood Estate Wines at lunch.

Granite Skywalk Porongurups

Spend 6.5hrs exploring Denmark, Western Australia, tasting local gourmet gems of the Great Southern. Sample cider, cheese, wine, honey and chocolate.  This is more than just a food and wine tour! Take in the cathedral of towering karri trees as you travel through lush bushland to hidden venues in Denmark WA. Taste handcrafted cheese and award-winning wines, mead, cider and relax at a long table lunch in a picturesque boutique winery. Hear passionate stories and explore flavors.

Tasting Delicious Denmark WA

Meander through back roads to taste outstanding wines from four award-winning wineries of the Mt Barker sub-region of the Great Southern, grown in cool climate and nestled next door to national parks.  Our Busy Blue Bus guide will take care of the skipper duties, whilst you take pleasure in tastings from award-winning cellar doors. Share a platter lunch of local produce. Journey through a cool, clean, natural environment that creates hallmark wines. ‘Magical and memorable!’

Mt Barker Grape Escape

Enjoy a 2-hour guided tour of the National ANZAC Centre and Heritage Park. Your guide will accompany you as you walk through Albany’s historic precinct and view Middleton Beach from the promenade.  

The history of the Great Southern region is revealed in stories during your guided tour at Mount Clarence and the Padre White Lookout. Discover Albany’s role in Australia’s ANZAC story at the National ANZAC Centre. Enjoy a coffee break at Middleton Beach, visit Patrick Taylor Cottage and see the Brig Amity at the Museum Precinct.

Your tour includes hotel pick-up and drop-off.

Albany History and Highlights Tour

Enjoy the 30min journey out of the city centre of Albany to the Torndirrup National Park. Stop in at Misery Beach, which has a story connected to whaling in the past. Then, enter into Albany's Historic Whaling Station, the only station open to the public in the world. See Australia’s south coast whaling story come to life.  Climb aboard a famous whale chaser to experience life on board an actual whaling ship, and learn from movies, photos, and artifact galleries.  You will marvel at the enormous whale skeletons on display. Relax with morning tea/coffee and cake overlooking the ocean. Your 30min journey back to Albany, curves around Princess Royal Harbour to where you started. 

Albany's Whale Story

Download a vibrantly-narrated mp3 audio guide combined with a map detailing the area of your tour. This remarkable audio guided tour will take you through the historic town of Albany where you will see sights such as the memorable ANZAC Peace Park, the beautiful Foundation Park and the deep-rooted Old Convict Gaol.

Experiences in Albany, Australia