Fly from Perth for a full-day sweep of Western Australia’s southern coast — forest canopy walks, Denmark’s beaches and Elephant Rocks, then Albany’s historic whaling station and the dramatic Gap. A compact flight-and-drive itinerary showcases geology, whales and coastal culture.
Fly from Perth for a full-day sweep of Western Australia’s southern coast — forest canopy walks, Denmark’s beaches and Elephant Rocks, then Albany’s historic whaling station and the dramatic Gap. A compact flight-and-drive itinerary showcases geology, whales and coastal culture.
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Operated by Kookaburra Air · Albany, Western Australia
At dawn a light aircraft lifts from the Perth plain and the coastline peels away beneath the wings — a fast route into the raw southern coast where the Southern Ocean shapes everything.
easy.
11 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves short walks, stairs and standing at viewpoints — no sustained hiking required
Yes — the itinerary includes a small-plane return flight between Perth and the southern coast as described; times are approximate and weather-dependent.
Yes — small aircraft have strict weight and baggage limits; the operator will request passenger weights during booking and advise on luggage allowances.
Whale sightings are most common from July to October when migratory whales pass close to shore, but sightings cannot be guaranteed.
The tour is advertised as physically easy and stroller-accessible in some stops, but there are boardwalks and steps at lookouts; contact the operator about specific mobility needs before booking.
Albany was a hub for whaling in the 19th and early 20th centuries; the Old Whaling Station interprets that era alongside settler and maritime history.
This coastline sits partly within national parks and marine reserves — stay on designated paths, respect wildlife viewing distances and follow local guidelines to protect habitat and migratory whales.
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