Abrolhos Islands & Batavia Shipwreck Half Day Tour with Pink Lake add-on From Geraldton

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.

* Advertised prices are from 1st April to the 31 March each year, prices may change on bookings past these dates.  

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.