Dear Traveller,
I feel like nature is calling, and I can imagine you might be feeling the same way. As nature lovers, there is nothing quite like getting out into the wilderness where the air is fresh and there is nothing but birdsong and starry night skies.
When I think about it, we really are lucky to be here in Australia to have such a big backyard waiting to be explored. Even the most well-travelled explorers wouldn’t have seen everything this wonderful country has to offer, but that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t try.
If you are itching for some nature travel as soon as possible, we might have exactly what you are looking for. Leaving in February and March are two of our South West WA expeditions, and they still have places available. You won’t have to wait long for your next holiday, and during this time of year the orcas visit, the temperature is pleasant and magnificent forests, coastlines and national parks are easily accessible.
If you are looking for more of an untamed outback experience, our South Australian tours might be the ticket. Australia’s largest salt lake, Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre, goes as far as the eye can see and offers a unique sense of isolation. The Flinders Ranges are dramatic and beautiful. Think ancient outback mountain ranges rich in history, geology, wildlife and breathtaking scenery. Last but not least, South Australia is home to truly iconic outback towns and desert tracks including Coober Pedy, the Birdsville Track and the Oodnadatta Track.
We know the current uncertainty surrounding borders makes committing to travel difficult, so we have revised our policies to give you more freedom to make plans and peace of mind should the situation change. Please view our website or give us a call for further details.
Lastly, we were thrilled to announce the release of our NEW COATES BROCHURE in our last e-newsletter. If you did not get a chance to view it and would like to take a look, please CLICK HERE for an online version. Or CLICK HERE if you prefer to have a copy posted out to you.
I hope you can join us out there soon.
Tom Grove
Managing Director
Coates Wildlife Tours
Wild Coastlines of the South East
Our coastline is just beautiful – sandy coves, rolling hills leading down to the water’s edge, and offshore islands with their abundant sea-life – birds, seals, Orcas, and dolphins. We will showcase the natural diversity of the regions between Perth and Esperance particularly the coastline either side of Esperance.
We are only taking a maximum of 10 guests and you will be led by a Coate’s naturalists and an experienced driver-guide.
Highlights: Wave Rock area and Indigenous rock art, Visits to Peak Charles, Cape Le Grand, and Cape Arid National Parks, Cruise the Recherché Archipelago to Woody Island Nature Reserve, Pink Lake – an important bird area due to its populations of Hooded Plovers and Banded Stilts, Fitzgerald River National Park, Bremer Bay Canyon – Orca (Killer Whale) Tour, Stirling Range National Park, & Dryandra Woodland
Max of 10 passengers
Accommodated Tour
Perth – Perth
Date: 24 February – 07 March 2021
Wildlife of the Southern Forests
The south-west of WA is one of the world’s major biodiversity hotspots. A large proportion of Australia’s south-west’s beautiful landscapes and natural attractions are protected, which means they’re also the best places to observe the native flora and fauna.
We have chosen some of the region’s finest natural gems on this ten-day tour.
We are only taking a maximum of 10 guests and you will be led by a Coate’s naturalists and an experienced driver-guide.
Highlights: Dryandra Woodland, Torndirrup National Park (Natural Bridge, The Gap & The Blowholes), Stirling Range National Park, Waychinicup National Park, Walpole-Nornalup National Park, Margaret River.
Max of 10 passengers
Accommodated Tour
Perth – Perth
Date: 19 – 28 March 2021
South Australia, Flinders Ranges and Lake Eyre
This adventure is a must for all who long to experience the Australian outback. From the massive expanse of Lake Eyre to the striking landscape and impressive ruins of early European settlement in the southern and northern Flinders Range, this adventure showcases some of South Australia’s most spectacular outback scenery and unique wildlife.
Highlights: The desert breakaways and Coober Pedy, Flight over Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre (optional at own expense), old abandoned railway siding Curdimurka, Wabnma Kadarbu Mound Springs Conservation Park, Muloorina Station Bore on the banks of the Frome River, Goyder Channel at Lake Eyre, abandoned settlement Farina, Iconic Prairie Hotel in Parachilna, Parchilna gorge, Blinman, Heysen Trailhead, Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary & iconic Ridge Top Tour, Wilpena Pound in the Flinders Ranges National Park, Aroona Valley.
Max 10 Passengers (6 in 2 lead vehicles & 4 in up to 2 tag alongs)
Camping/Accommodated Mix Tour
Allice Springs – Adelaide
Dates: 13 – 23 May 2021
South Australian Outback Expedition
From the striking landscape and impressive ruins of early European settlement in the southern Flinders Range to Lake Eyre, this adventure showcases some of South Australia’s most spectacular outback scenery and unique wildlife.
We travel on three of Australia’s best-known outback tracks – the Strzelecki Track, the iconic Birdsville Track and the Oodnadatta Track. Steeped in history, natural wonders and rich cultural heritage, these are possibly our most fascinating and historic outback trails.
Highlights: Wilpena Pound in the Flinders Ranges, Brachina Gorge, Montebello Bore, outback towns Innamincka & Birdsville, Lake Coongie, the Dig Tree, Muloorina Station on the banks of the Frome river, Lake Eyre Goyder Channel, old abandoned railway siding Curdimurka, Coward Springs, opal mining town Coober Pedy.
Max 10 Passengers (6 in 2 lead vehicles & 4 in up to 2 tag alongs)
Camping Tour
Dates: 31 May – 14 June 2021
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