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 Horse Riding at the Big River Ranch
Website: www.bigriverranch.net - Email: bigriverranch@wn.com.au
PO Box 70, Kalbarri Western Australia 6536
Phone: +61 8 9937 1214
DAILY RIDES : - Enjoy a scenic and relaxed ride down to the Murchison River. View real live kangaroos and a magnificent bird life while returning through majestic "Kalbarri Country". Duration: 1 or 2 hours in the saddle + 45 minutes for ride preparation. Suitable for: Beginner - Intermediate - Experienced. Fully Supervised.
4 DAY RIDING CAMP: - Live the dream - stay on a horse ranch and learn how to ride. Our riding camp will introduce you to the fascinating world of horses. Learn how to care for these beautiful animals and participate in daily rides. You'll learn: how to feed and groom your horse, the commands to communicate with your horse, to tack up (saddle up) and to maintain tack, the common riding styles (walk, trot, canter), how to do your horse's feet (trim and file), to identify medical injuries and how to treat them. Farmstay accommodation and meals provided. |
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 Aqua Scooters - from Rock Hoppers and Sandgropers Fishing Safaris
PO Box 529 Kalbarri Western Australia 6536
Phone: +61 8 9937 1164
Fax: +61 8 9937 1164
A fun way to explore Kalbarri's underwater wonders or guided snorkelling tours can be arranged. All snorkelling equipment provided. Call Steve or Deb on 08 9937 1164 for more information or to arrange your Aqua Scooters. [ Costs - $20 per half hour or $35 per hour with a deposit of $20. Snorkelling Tours from $45 per hour with a deposit of $20 ] |
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 Riverside Sanctuary Tours
Website: www.riversidesanctuary.com.au - Email: info@riversidesanctuary.com.au
PMB 61, Geraldton, Western Australia 6531
Phone: +61 8 9936 1021
Fax: +61 8 9936 1021
Just 110km north of Geraldton or 80km east of Kalbarri, in the Midwest of Western Australia, this Landcare award winning property is waiting for you to discover. Riverside Sanctuary offers quality farmstay accommodation and inspiring guided tours on a beautiful and protected section of the Murchison River.
A diverse range guided tours operate regularly. These tours can be tailored to your interests and, as well as homemade morning tea, could include: Tours include; - Broad acre dryland farming -Landcare -Spectacular wildflowers and bushland - Native fauna - Mining heritage -Local indigenous history - Protected river ecosystems - Marsupial Spotlighting Tours - Basic Astronomy Tour |
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 Kalbarri Sand Boarding
Website: www.sandboardingaustralia.com - Email: Contact form available on website.
P.O Box 454, Kalbarri Western Australia 6536
Freecall: 1800 886 141 1245
Phone: +61 8 9937 2377
Fax: +61 8 9937 2373
45 Degree Angle razor back dunes are the feature of this extraordinary spectacle of nature. The locals call it the Sahara near the ocean, visitors call it simply awesome. We progress from the nursery dunes to the medium dunes and finish up at the adrenaline pumping Superbowl, a 280 foot plus high sand crater. After this great natural high we go for a cool off swim and snorkel in the safe "Lucky Bay" Lagoon. There we find the southern most population of tropical fish and coral on the WA mainland. It's a full day 4WD, Sandboarding and Snorkelling adventure. |
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Kalbarri Boat Hire
Located at the "River Front"
Phone: +61 8 9937 1245
Explore the lower reaches of tranquil Murchison River or enjoy the use of our Surfcats, Windsurfers, Canoes, Motor Boats, Paddle Boats or Row Boats on the wide expanse of the river opposite Kalabrri. Suitable for family, tour or school group bookings.
Take one of our Canoe Safaris down the Murchison River. (Approximately 4 hours duration) Transport provided in air-conditioned 4WD vehicles. Paddle the lower reaches of the tranquil Murchison River and enjoy a bush breakfast and magnificent tranquil scenery. (To suit river & weather conditions.) Afternoon safaris by arrangement. You can find Kalbarri Boat Hire and Canoe Safaris on the River Front opposite the Murchison Caravan Park. |
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 Kalbarri Abseil
Email: kalabseil@wn.com.au
PO Box 280 Kalbarri Western Australia 6536
Phone: +61 8 9937 1618
Fax: +61 8 9937 2528
Experience the thrills of abseiling in the exciting Z-Bend Gorge amongst Kalbarri's famous river gorges with the team at Kalbarri Abseil. No experience is necessary for thrill seekers taking on this sheltered site with top-class coaching from experienced and trained instructors. In your session you will get five opportunities to decend the rock face which includes two forward run-downs to get the adrenolin pumping. By embarking on an abseil adventure not only will you have the opportunity to experience this extreme sport that is booming in popularity - but you will also get to visit the famous "Nature's Window" at the Loop for a photo opportunity and to learn some of the great histry of the area. Don't forget to bring your bathers for a swim and book now for an unforgettable experience! |
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Kalbarri Family Entertainment Centre |
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Kalbarri Family Entertainment Centre
30 Porter Street Kalbarri Western Australia 6356
Phone: +61 8 9937 1105
Fax: +61 8 9337 2564
A family entertainment centre suitable for all ages. Trampolines, Mini Putt Golf Course, Amusement Arcade and Bike Hire provides activities for all ages. The Mini Putt Golf is a well designed course set in beautiful gardens. Eight trampolines are available, all set at ground level. Enjoy a cappuccino at the modern "alfresco setting" kiosk where you must try some of the home made cheese cake and icecream that is available in a wide range of flavours. [ Editors Note: After tasting the home made icecream and cheesecake made by the people at the Kalbarri Family Entertainment Centre - I recommend, if nothing else, visit the centre to taste these delicious delights.]
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 Kalbarri River Queen
Website: www.kalbarricruises.com.au - Email: kalcruise@wn.com.au
C/O Kalbarri Visitor Centre, Kalbarri Western Australia 6356
Phone: +61 8 9937 1104
After Hours: +61 8 9937 2259
With experience skipper, Tim Woodcock at the helm providing a commentary about the local wildlife, history and points of interest, explore the ancient Murchison River with morning or afternoon tea provided or been, wines and spirits available from the licensed bar on board the River Queen. Daily departure times are displayed at the Kalbarri Visitor Centre |
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 Murchison Boat Hire
Website: www.murchisonboathire.com.au - Email: lasue@wn.com.au
41 Smith Strret, Kalbarri Western Australia 6356
Phone: +61 8 9937 2043
For a fun day out in the ocean, fishing or diving, Murchison Boat Hire has a 6 metre aluminum half cabin runabout complete with a 135hp motor and all safety gear including children's life jackets.
Equipment includes Latest Colour Sounder, GPS Satellite Navigation and Waypoints Plotted, 27 Meg Radio, 200 Litre Below Deck Fuel Tank, Live Bait Tank, Inbuilt Esky- Gaff and Burly Bucket. Licensed for 6 persons with quality rods and reel hire available. With our local knowledge fishing tips, supplied local maps and our services, your fishing or diving expidition is off to a great start. A smaller 4.3 metre ocean and river boat is also available. |
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Walktrails and Hikes
Signs mark short walks from the carparks to the best view points. Longer hikes are more difficult . Caution: Due to the hazardous terrain, groups undertaking long hikes should consist of at least 5 experienced people. This is the smallest group considered self-sufficient in an emergency. Overnight groups must notify a park ranger before and after completing the hike. All rubbish must be carried out of the gorge.
MUSHROOM ROCK NATURE TRAIL
This is a leisurely 2 hour return walk. Information is available along the track to explain the botanical and geological features.
COASTAL TRAIL
Allow 3 to 5 hours to make this one-way 8 km hike. Arrange to be dropped off at Eagle Gorge and picked up at Natural Bridge. Enjoy the magnificent seascapes from the heights of the cliffs.
AROUND THE LOOP
This 6 hour walk begins and ends at Nature's Window at the Loop. This trail is not marked but the easiest route is as follows. From Nature's Window, walk east along the cliff top to the first river bend, then down along the ledges and flood plain at water level to return to Nature's Window, keeping the river to your right at all times.
Above Information courtesy of Active Safaris ( www.activesafaris.com.au ) |
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