Coates Wildlife Tours and Birdwatching Tours Australia

Our Tours 2009/2010

Kimberley Region
Kimberley Coastal Expedition (15 Days - Cruise)	The Kimberley coast north of Broome is one of the most stunning and isolated in the world. Explore and enjoy the natural beauty and spectacular scenery of the awesome gorges, rivers and waterfalls found along the coast. » Click for more
Lake Gregory (12 Days - Tag Along, Camping)	Beginning and ending in Broome, the 2009 trip is a tag along recce on which future tours of the area will be based. The trip is offered in 2010 as a full tour. » Click for more
Kimberley Highlights (12 Days - Camping)	The Kimberley region in the north-west of Western Australia is one of the most remote and unspoiled wilderness areas in the world. This camping tour has been designed to allow plenty of time and flexibility to enjoy and explore this magnificent region. » Click for more
Kimberley Discovery (16 Days - Camping)	Join us as we explore the awesome landscapes, prolific birdlife, spectacular botanical diversity and Aboriginal art and culture, of one of the last great wilderness areas of the world that is the Kimberley in Western Australia`s far north. » Click for more
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Pilbara Region
Western Explorer (15 Days - Camping)	Explore the stunning Kennedy Ranges, Mt Augustus & Karijini National Park on foot in this magnificent outback experience! This walking/camping tour coincides with the northern and mid-west wildflower season. » Click for more
Canning Stock Route Expedition (21 Days - Camping)	The Canning Stock Route is one of the world's most remote and isolated 4WD tracks, supporting a vast range of diverse flora and fauna. » Click for more
Rudall River National Park Expedition (15 Days - Camping)	Situated about 400 km east of Newman in Western Australia's Great Sandy Desert, the Rudall River National Park is one of the most remote wilderness areas in the world. » Click for more
Pilbara Reef & Ranges (12 Days - Camping)	The Pilbara is fascinating at any time however after the summer rains the whole ecosystem gets a lift. Green covered hills, running waterways, rock pools and the contrast of red soil with rocky outcrops create unforgettable images. » Click for more
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South West/Mid-West Region
Mid-West Wildflowers (8 Days - Accommodated)	This early wildflower season tour is designed to see the flowering plants to the north of Perth at a time when they should be at their best. » Click for more
South West Birds & Botany (15 Days - Accommodated)	The South West offers breath-taking beauty and diversity. The region is renowned for its spectacular wildflowers and an abundance of birdlife. » Click for more
Carnarvon Range Expedition (10 Days - Camping)	This remote area expedition into the south-western portion of the little Sandy Desert offers participants an opportunity to experience unique arid zone plants, birds, Aboriginal art and outback scenery. » Click for more
Walk the Capes (10 Days - Walking/Accommodated)	Just a few hours south of Perth there is a stunning peninsula projecting into the beautiful Indian Ocean. The lush green flora of the Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park is the perfect companion for the rich cyan colours of the ocean. For 8 days we will walk along this limestone ridge, perched on a basement of ancient granite rock as we follow the Cape to Cape Track. » Click for more
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Islands
Cocos & Christmas Islands (12 Days - Accommodated)	We start this Indian Ocean experience by spending time on some of the various islands that make up Cocos group. These islands offer a great mixture of birding, marine life and the absorbing history that makes up the colourful past of the islands. » Click for more
Lord Howe Island (8 Days - Accommodated)	Lord Howe Island is breathtakingly beautiful and one of the world's most fascinating natural history destinations. » Click for more
Abrolhos Islands (6 Days - Accommodated)	The Houtman Abrolhos is an archipelago of 108 islands and rocks located about 80 km off the midwest coast of Western Australia. Renowned for their extensive array of marine life and history, they are also a breeding ground for many tropical birds. » Click for more
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Australian Outback
Canning Stock Route Expedition (21 Days - Camping)	The Canning Stock Route is one of the world's most remote, isolated 4WD tracks, supporting a vast range of diverse flora and fauna. » Click for more
Lake Eyre Basin (15 Days - Tag Along) (15 days - Small Group)	The recent flood waters in Queensland will flow south into the Lake Eyre Basin. The areas around Innamincka and Birdsville are already receiving flows, there is some flooding around the Goyder Lagoon and there is a strong chance that they will flow into Lake Eyre itself. These waters will, as in past floods, bring a vast array of birdlife to the area. To take advantage of the flood, Coates are offering a number of trips to Lake Eyre later in 2009... » Click for more
Rudall River National Park Expedition (15 Days - Camping)	Situated about 400 km east of Newman in Western Australia's Great Sandy Desert, the Rudall River National Park is one of the most remote wilderness areas in the world. » Click for more
Anne Beadell Highway Outback Expedition (20 Days - Camping)	No ordinary West to East crossing, this outback expedition follows the Track known as the Anne Beadell Highway. Crossing the Great Victoria Desert, we visit Coober Pedy, Lake Eyre and the Flinders Ranges. » Click for more
Carnarvon Range Expedition (10 Days - Camping)	This remote area expedition into the south-western portion of the little Sandy Desert offers participants an opportunity to experience the arid zone plants, birds, Aboriginal art and outback scenery. » Click for more
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International
Coates Tours is a fully licensed travel agent and can provide you with a complete travel service. We are able to assist in arranging and booking pre and post tour flights and accommodation. Email Sylvia or Free Call her on 1800 676 016 to discuss your requirements.
Antarctic Peninsula (11 Days - Cruise)	Join us as we undertake an inspirational cruise with Aurora Expeditions from the tip of South America through the Drake Passage to the South Shetland Islands, then onto the Antarctic Peninsular. Here the expedition's experienced crew will use the boat's manoevreability plus their skills and knowledge to ensure the Peninsular's highlights open up before our eyes. » Click for more
Arctic Ocean Discoverer (13 Days - Cruise)	Join us for this amazing expedition to the world of far eastern Russia, sailing through the Bering Strait and pack ice to Wrangel Island. We explore the rugged scenery of the Siberian and Chuckchi coasts, visit local indigenous villages and seek out unique wildlife experiences. » Click for more
Borneo Wildlife (12 Days - Accommodated)	Join Kevin Coate to explore this magnificent natural history paradise with its rugged landscapes and diverse wildlife in some of the most magnificent rainforest on earth. » Click for more
Canadian Wildlife Safari (14 Days - Accommodated)	Explore Canada's ultimate wilderness on our Grizzlies, Polar Bears & Orcas tour. A photographer and wildlife enthusiast's dream! » Click for more
Desert & Delta Safari (18 Days - Accommodated Safari)	Highlights of this great nature based tour include Namib-Naukluft National Park - Sossusvlei & Dead Vlei desert dunes - Walvis Bay - Skeleton Coast - Damaraland - Etosha National Park - Ju/'hoansi Kalahari San community - Kavango River - Okavango Delta - Zambezi River - Mosi oa Tunya (Victoria Falls). » Click for more
Galapagos & Ecuador (17 Days - Accommodated)	Combining the amazing wildlife of the Galapagos Islands and the lush tropical Amazon Rainforest, this expedition to the South American country of Ecuador is the trip of a lifetime. Take part in one of the world's most exciting, informative natural history expeditions. » Click for more
New Zealand's South Island Hiking (15 Days - Accommodated)	Experience New Zealand's magnificent mountain scenery on this trip designed for experienced, fit walkers. » Click for more
Northern Thailand Birds/History/Culture (17 Days - Accommodated)	Enjoy the culture and natural beauty of Thailand's North. Experience the wondrous birdlife in the wetlands along the Mekong and the National Parks of the Hinterland. » Click for more
South African Botany & Wildlife (15 Days - Accommodated)	As one of the world's top 3 bio-diversity hotspots, South Africa is a must see destination for all wildlife and botanical enthusiasts.Click for more...
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