Houtman Abrolhos Islands
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Geraldton is the gateway to this amazing archipelago of 122 islands located about 70km from Geraldton shores. The islands boast an incredible range of marine life, thanks to a unique mix of tropical and temperate marine species. The spectacular coral gardens make for magnificent scuba diving and snorkelling while the prolific fish life means fishing is top notch.

The Abrolhos is also renowned as one of the country's best sea bird breeding colonies, as well as a haven for marine mammals such as sea lions, dolphins and migratory whales. The Abrolhos Islands are also rich in maritime history. The infamous Batavia wreck lies on the ocean floor at the Wallabi group of islands. Wrecked in 1629, most of her crew and passengers survived, only to face a horrendous mutiny in which 125 men, women and children were slaughtered while awaiting rescue.

These days, 22 of the islands house fishermen who inhabit their island homes from March to June each year during the Abrolhos western rock lobster fishing season.
The Abrolhos Islands are accessible by boat, plane or helicopter. No accommodation is available on the islands.

Fly / land tours are available on request to suit your schedule. Tourists can land on East Wallabi island and enjoy snorkelling in pristine waters.