Bay of Fires Eco Tours

THE GARDENS EXPLORER - approx. 2 hours in duration Experience the Bay of Fires at it's finest. This two hour tour offers passengers a unique viewing perspective and the opportunity to learn about our stunning coastline. Heading out from Binalong Bay, the history and natural beauty of the area will be highlighted as we traverse our way north along the southern half of the Bay of Fires. Our return journey is an offshore experience giving you a panoramic view of the coast, just as the explorers would have encountered when they first set eyes on our white sandy shores. At different times of year we are blessed with a variety of sea and bird life, you may be lucky enough to encounter a migrating whale, a pod of friendly dolphins, seals basking on the rocks or an albatross gliding through the air. SAND SEALS & ST HELENS ISLAND - approx. 2 hours in duration Explore the most southern beaches of the Bay of Fires as we make our way north to the famous Sloop Rock. From here our vessel turns south towards St Helens Islands. The tour will pass via Elephant Rock, St Helens Point and over Merics Reef, before arriving at the small seal colony. The island is home to a range of birdlife; little penguins, short-tailed shearwaters, cormorants, gulls and sea eagles. Offering a mixture of history and beauty, along with the excitement of sea and bird life. This tour is scheduled approximately twice per week and provides a great option for families.