Kinjarling Killer Coast a Self Guided Drive Through Albany

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2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

This self-guided driving tour explores the 45,000-year history of Kinjarling on Menang Noongar land. Starting at Middleton Beach, the 50-kilometer route follows the legacy of George Vancouver and Major Edmund Lockyer.

Tour Highlights:

Mount Clarence: Visit the ANZAC memorial and Desert Mounted Corps tribute.

Brig Amity: Explore a scale replica of the 1826 colony ship.

Albany Wind Farm: See 18 massive turbines at The Sandpatch.

The Gap & Natural Bridge: Witness spectacular granite formations and powerful waves.

Historic Whaling Station: Discover Australia’s whaling history at the tour's end.

What's Included

Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
App for Android and iOS
Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Smartphone and headphones

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The tour starts in the main parking area at Middleton Beach, directly behind the Albany Surf Life Saving Club on Flinders Parade. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

End point

The tour ends at Albany's Historic Whaling Station.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • Middleton Beach (Pass by)

    Drive along Middleton Beach, known as Binalup ("place of first light"). Learn about its royal naming and its role in offloading cargo for the early settlement.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Pass by Rotary Lookout, which offers panoramic views of King George Sound and its deep-water harbor. Learn about the area’s maritime history and the Menang name Mammang-koort, meaning "the heart of the whale". Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Drive past the Desert Mounted Corps Memorial atop Mount Clarence. Learn about the 1914 ANZAC troop convoy and the origins of Australia’s first dawn services. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

    Admission ticket free
  • Replica of the Brig Amity (Pass by)

    Drive along the Brig Amity Replica, a full-scale reconstruction of the ship that brought the first settlers in 1826. Learn about Major Edmund Lockyer and the establishment of the first European settlement. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

    Admission ticket free
  • Albany Wind Farm (Pass by)

    Pass by the Albany Wind Farm, where 18 massive turbines catch the fierce Southern Ocean winds. Learn how these structures provide 80% of the town's power. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

    Admission ticket free
  • The Gap and Natural Bridge (Pass by)

    Drive past The Gap, a spectacular granite channel carved by the powerful waves of the Southern Ocean. Witness the sheer power of the sea from the accessible viewing platform. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Pass by The Blowholes, where ocean swells force air and water through granite crevasses with a roar. Enjoy views toward Eclipse Island while listening for the "whoosh" of the spray. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

    Admission ticket free
  • Frenchman Bay (Pass by)

    Drive along Frenchman Bay, a sheltered spot perfect for swimming and picnics. Learn about its history as a freshwater source for explorers like George Vancouver. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

    Admission ticket free
  • Albany's Historic Whaling Station (Pass by)

    Drive past Albany's Historic Whaling Station, the last operating station in Australia until its closure in 1978. Learn about the global history of the whaling industry and how these giants are now protected. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The total tour time includes walking the route and passing by the attractions
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Bus Tours
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Private Sightseeing Tours
Audio Guides
Historical Tours
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Adventure Tours

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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