Western Australia’s southernmost city, Albany was the first settlement in the state of Western Australia. The city was established in 1826 as a military garrison to defend against possible French encroachment on the Crown’s new colonies. Before long, it also served as a penal colony. Throughout its first 70 years, Albany enjoyed prosperity as home to the colony’s only deepwater port. As other ports opened, agriculture, timber and whaling sustained the city. Stone churches and other public buildings exude a distinctly British charm, many boasting English garden landscaping.
Shore Excursions
Shore excursions vary by each itinerary and are subject to change.
Oyster Harbor Cruise
Cruise the sheltered waters of Oyster Harbor and meander up the ancient Kalgan River on board a riverboat.
Valley of the Giants
Delight in the stunning scenery and magnificent forests on this treetop walk in the Valley of the Giants.
Albany with a Local
Discover the culture of a cliffside harbor town, where the first European settlers landed in Western Australia.
Albany’s Historic Whaling Station
Explore a restored whale chasing ship and intact processing factory for a glimpse of Australia’s history.
National Anzac Centre & Torndirrup National Park
See the site where military troops departed for World War I and spectacular nature in an iconic national park.
Bibbulmun Bushland Walk
Hike a stretch of one of the world’s great long-distance trails.
Oranje Tractor Wine & Organic Farm Immersion
Taste award-winning wines at a sustainable boutique winery on Western Australia’s untouched southern coast.
