Cruise the extraordinary waterways of Walpole’s marine park with WOW Wilderness EcoCruises, featuring wildlife, wilderness walks, and local flavors in a 2.5-hour journey.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; easy walking on flat beach terrain.
Wildlife
History
Walpole and Nornalup Inlets have cultural importance to the Noongar people and represent one of the rare intact wilderness marine ecosystems in southwest Australia.
Conservation
WOW Wilderness actively supports dieback disease management and environmental education programs aimed at preserving the delicate flora and fauna of the region.
WOW Wilderness
Cruise the extraordinary waterways of Walpole’s marine park with WOW Wilderness EcoCruises, featuring wildlife, wilderness walks, and local flavors in a 2.5-hour journey.
WOW Wilderness is a Walpole-based outdoor tour operator offering guided nature experiences in Walpole, Western Australia. The operator runs a selection of curated trips that showcase the region’s tingle forests, river systems and coastal inlets. Highlights include a 2.5-hour EcoCruise through the Walpole and Nornalup Inlets Marine Park led by knowledgeable eco-interpreters, a two-day Walpole Wilderness Weekender combining mountain biking, packrafting, camping and hiking, and single-day Hike & Paddle and Pedal & Paddle adventures that pair walk or bike routes with packraft sections on the Frankland River.
Tours are delivered with local knowledge and interpretation of the area’s natural features. The EcoCruises include a guided walk to a secluded beach and a local treat — WOW Wilderness Tingle Cake — while the Hike & Paddle and Pedal & Paddle trips focus on connecting participants with ancient tingle forest landscapes and river paddling. The two-day Weekender adds an overnight camping component for a deeper wilderness experience.
Information about trip lengths and routes is provided for each offering so guests can choose experiences that match their fitness and time availability. All communications describe what to expect on the trail, water sections and coastal areas, supporting informed booking decisions. WOW Wilderness operates in and around recognised local places including the Walpole and Nornalup Inlets Marine Park and the Frankland River corridor, helping visitors explore this distinctive southwest Western Australia landscape.
Tours Offered
4
Guided nature experiences
Terrain
Tingle forest & rivers
Ancient forests and waterways
Trip Lengths
2.5 hrs–2 days
From short cruises to weekend trips
Guided
Eco-interpreters & guides
Local, experienced guides
Secure a spot on an eco-cruise, hike & paddle, pedal & paddle, or the two-day wilderness weekender — discover Walpole’s tingle forests and waterways.
Weather can change quickly
The vessel is enclosed, but bring waterproof layers for cooler or rainy days.
Bring binoculars
Enhance wildlife spotting, especially birdlife along the inlets and wilderness areas.
Arrive early to check in
The cruise departs promptly from 19 Boronia Street; plan to arrive 10 minutes ahead.
Wear sturdy footwear
The guided beach walk includes uneven terrain, so comfortable, closed-toe shoes are best.
Waterproof jacket
Protects against coastal winds and light rain during the cruise and walk.
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Sun hat
Essential for sun protection on open water and beach stretches.
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Comfortable walking shoes
Sturdy shoes provide safety and comfort on beach walks and uneven ground.
Binoculars
Useful for spotting birdlife and distant wildlife in the marine park.