Hike the southern coastline from Albany to Denmark on this stretch of the Bibbulmun Track. Renowned for its rugged cliffs, spring wildflowers and s...
Hike the southern coastline from Albany to Denmark on this stretch of the Bibbulmun Track. Renowned for its rugged cliffs, spring wildflowers and sweeping ocean views, this is one of Western Australia's most breathtaking hiking trails. Journey through West Cape Howe National Park and to the tranquil Wilson Inlet, with time to relax at Shelter Island and Shelly Beach. You’ll have time on some afternoons to enjoy the town of Denmark or simply unwind at your accommodation with scenic views (where you’ll only need to unpack once!).
Welcome to Western Australia! Departing from Perth, you’ll drive to Albany, stopping for morning tea and lunch along the way. Beginning at the Southern Terminus of the Bibbulmun Track in Albany, you’ll walk alongside the Princess Royal Harbour. Today’s walk is only short but will give you a taste of the landscape you are about to hike through for the rest of your time on the Bibbulmun Track. After, get settled in your accommodation at Cosy Corner where you’ll stay for the rest of your trip.
Today you’ll enter Torndirrup National Park before heading to the coast. As you hike, look out for orchids along the sandy track up to the ridge. Have your camera ready here as you’ll have some great views back over Albany. After lunch, you’ll begin to get views of the Southern Ocean as you head toward the iconic wind farms. Follow the path near the towering turbines and learn about the town’s history.
From the cliff-side wind turbines, you'll head west along the Bibbulmun Track with sweeping views of the coast. The wildflowers along this section are usually spectacular. You’ll finish today’s hike at a lovely coastal bay with views of Shelter Island – a great place for a swim, or dip your toes in.
Today you’ll start with a beach walk, crossing the Torbay Inlet on foot. Enjoy the beach walk into Cosy Corner where you’ll stop for morning tea. You’ll then head up through varied landscapes, hiking through peaceful groves of trees, over granite outcrops with their sticky tail flowers on display and panoramic coastal views. Your walk ends at Shelly beach where you might glimpse a hang glider soaring above the white sand beach.
After breakfast, set off on today’s hike through West Cape Howe National Park. Early on in this hike there is a short incline with one section of stairs. After, enjoy the easy and scenic walk through the wildflowers. You’ll visit the West Cape Howe campsite before hiking downhill to finish the day at Lowlands Beach. Here you might like to take a dip or just sit back and take it all in.
Expect great scenery today as you alternate between coastal and inland views. Heading from Lowlands to Eden Road, you’ll pass through the Nullaki campsite before continuing out to the peaceful Wilson Inlet. Your hike will finish in a cosy grove alongside the Inlet where you’ll celebrate a great week’s hike on the Bibbulmun Track.
Before you head back to Perth today, you have a few options. You can do a short walk around Mt Clarence or maybe a quick visit to the Sandalwood factory in Mt Baker. On your way back to Perth, buy lunch at Williams Woolshed before continuing back to Perth. When you arrive, your trip comes to an end.
Meals
6 Breakfast(s), 6 Lunch(s), 6 Dinner(s)
Transport
Private Vehicle , Walking
Accommodation
Apartments (6 nights)
Departing
Finishing
