Australia’s Galapagos – The Abrolhos Islands🐢🌊
Discover a hidden paradise just off the coast of Western Australia
Looking for a unique alternative to the Galapagos Islands?
Just 60km off the coast of Geraldton, the Houtman Abrolhos Islands deliver a rare mix of wildlife, coral reefs, and maritime history — all within reach of a short flight or scenic coastal drive from Perth.
Often referred to as “Australia’s Galapagos”, the Abrolhos Islands are wild, remote, and teeming with life found nowhere else on Earth.
A sustainable & accessible alternative to the Galapagos
| Feature | Galapagos Islands | Abrolhos Islands (WA) |
| 📍 Location | Pacific Ocean, 973km west of Ecuador, South America | Indian Ocean, 60km Off Geraldton, Western Australia |
| 🐟 Marine Biodiversity | High - endemic species & coral reefs | High - endemic species, coral reefs, tropical fish, sea lions, Western Rock Lobster |
| 🐢🐦Unique Wildlife | Famous for Giant tortoise, seabirds, Marine Iguanas | Famous for seabirds & nesting colonies, Tamar wallabies, Abrolhos Dwarf Bearded Dragon |
| 🌿Protected Area Status | National Park & Marine Reserve | WA National Park (since 2019) & Fish Habitat Protection Area |
| ⚓Historical Significance | Charles Darwin, volcanic history | 1629 Batavia shipwreck, fishing heritage |
| 🚢Best Explored By | Small expedition cruises | Small expedition cruises |
Why travel internationally when you can explore a world-class natural wonder right here in Australia?
✔ No jet lag or long-haul flights
✔ Support a locally owned, sustainable-accredited tourism business
✔ Experience Ocean-to-Plate dining and authentic WA maritime history
✔ Small group sizes (max 32 guests)
Nature Highlights
❤ Australian Sea Lions resting on the beaches
🐣 Seabirds nesting in large colonies (Sept – Feb)
🦘 the elusive Tamar Wallaby
🦎 the Abrolhos Dwarf Bearded Dragon – a lizard that’s completely unique to the islands.
Coral Reefs, Snorkelling & Glass Bottom Boats
The Abrolhos is one of the southernmost true coral reefs in the Indian Ocean.
Snorkel through vibrant coral gardens. Spot Western Rock Lobsters, temperate & tropical reef fish.
Protected National Park
The Abrolhos Islands became a WA National Park in 2019, helping protect their rare wildlife, coral reefs, and historical sites.
Tourism infrastructure on the islands is extremely limited – no hotels, resorts, or ferries.
Eco Abrolhos 5 Day Cruises offers one of the only ways to explore all three island groups in comfort, with onboard accommodation, guided tours, and sustainable access to otherwise hard-to-reach locations.
Batavia (1629) Shipwreck & History
In 1629, the Dutch ship Batavia wrecked on the reefs of Beacon Island. What followed was one of Australia’s most dramatic tales of shipwreck, mutiny, and survival — a story still tied to the islands today, with archaeological remains and interpretive sites to explore.
But the Abrolhos story doesn’t end there. For more than a century, the islands have also supported seasonal fishing camps, especially for Western Rock Lobster, one of WA’s most valuable seafood exports. These camps — painted in bright colours and perched just above the waterline — are a unique part of the islands’ identity and still used by fishing families today.
Sustainable Ocean-to-Plate Dining
A highlight of every Eco Abrolhos cruise is the opportunity to enjoy fresh Abrolhos seafood — often caught right from the boat. From Western Rock Lobster to Dhufish and Baldchin Groper, your meals reflect the pristine waters you’re cruising through.
But it’s more than just flavour — it’s about sustainability. Our crew follows strict regulations within the Fish Habitat Protection Zone, preparing what is caught to be enjoyed onboard only. Guests can even learn how to clean and prepare their own catch at our custom-designed, environmentally friendly fish cleaning station.
It’s WA’s seafood at its freshest — with a minimal footprint and maximum taste.
5-Star Guest Reviews & Award-Winning Experience
Eco Abrolhos Cruises consistently receives 5-star reviews from guests who describe their time on board as “once in a lifetime,” “beyond expectations,” and “the perfect mix of comfort, nature, and history.”
Our small group sizes, friendly crew, chef-prepared meals, and expert guiding have earned us TripAdvisor Traveller’s Choice Awards and strong repeat guest numbers year after year.
Whether you’re a nature lover, history buff, or seafood enthusiast, our guests agree: the Abrolhos Islands are unforgettable — and Eco Abrolhos is the way to see them.
All Reviews 5.0
TripAdvisor 4.9
Google 5.0
TripAdvisor 4.9Google 5.0Overall Rating
5.0 104 reviews
Jan T
25/05/2025
Can’t beat the service. And opportunities provided by this small family business. Our recent cruise with the Eco Abrolhos crew gave us the opportunity to venture into a remote area that we couldn’t have done alone. Owner operators have set up an incredible infrastructure to ensure comfort and safety. There’s an impressive variety of vessels to cater for all needs from glass bottom boats, fishing boat (plenty of fish caught to keep the fishers and diners happy), and small transfer ‘barges’ for island visits and snorkelling. The weather and sea conditions weren’t perfect but Jay and the crew made every effort to ensure we experienced everything possible. Would love revisit all the snorkel sites in better days though we were treated with a rare snorkel on the wreck of the Batavia. So much history in the area! The meals aboard were and 11 out of 10. How many ways can you prepare a cray? Truly magnificent! The crew worked tirelessly throughout the day and night to offer variety in our days aboard; comfortable cabins, dining and lounge areas plus spacious top deck area for afternoon drinks and sunsets. Communications and customer service were all outstanding before and after the trip. The Eco Abrolhos has everything you need with the added bonus of being with the locals who have lived and worked the area for a lifetime
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Nerida C
09/05/2025
A unique experience and adventure - a once in a lifetime opportunity. Recommended without hesitation. This was an amazing experience with Eco Abrolhos everything was perfect the activities snorkeling, fishing, the history, walking on the islands and everything managed by an exceptional crew. The food at every meal was fantastic with so much freshly caught and prepared crayfish and fish. We would recommend this cruise to those who like small group adventures and engaging with nature. It is a cruise without all the formalities of some cruises and is very personal and so much fun.
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Tony A
07/05/2025
Abrolhos Island cruise It was a wonderfully trip, from the crayfish pizza on the evening we met at the boat, to the end of our voyage.
The Abrolhos Islands were unlike any we had ever seen before and the backdrop to a tale of betrayal and mass murder!
The range of activities was great, including fishing, snorkelling, walking, pot pulling (of craypots), swimming, viewing on their glass bottom boat
and relaxing. My wife caught her first fish ever and was greatly excited.
The crew were terrific and very friendly as were our fellow guests .The meals were amazing, with crayfish on the menu almost every lunch and dinner!
I recommend this trip to everyone.
Tony
The Abrolhos Islands were unlike any we had ever seen before and the backdrop to a tale of betrayal and mass murder!
The range of activities was great, including fishing, snorkelling, walking, pot pulling (of craypots), swimming, viewing on their glass bottom boat
and relaxing. My wife caught her first fish ever and was greatly excited.
The crew were terrific and very friendly as were our fellow guests .The meals were amazing, with crayfish on the menu almost every lunch and dinner!
I recommend this trip to everyone.
Tony
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Kate C
06/05/2025
Beautiful Islands, amazing realise, wonderful company. Coral Islands like no other. Each day on this small boat cruise, we had a choice of Cray potting, fishing, snoreling, or strolling along the coral beaches. The cruise was very relaxed, historically informative and has awesome sunsets. The rooms are comfortable and clean. The chef prepared a smorgasbord of delicious dishes each meal. The Abrolhos Islands are a rare gem unspoilt visitors.
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Julia Hayes
04/05/2025
The terrific Eco Abrolhos team gave us an active, adventurous and very rewarding holiday.
They shared Abrolhos history and environmental information to make every stop in the huge spread (over 122 islands), a special event.
We could not have seen the Abrolhos Islands in such depth without their guidance through the coral reefs.
There was something happening all the time, without being overwhelming. You choose your activity and the team takes care of you. The food, fishing and new friendships were fabulous.
This is absolutely the best kind of holiday for us.
They shared Abrolhos history and environmental information to make every stop in the huge spread (over 122 islands), a special event.
We could not have seen the Abrolhos Islands in such depth without their guidance through the coral reefs.
There was something happening all the time, without being overwhelming. You choose your activity and the team takes care of you. The food, fishing and new friendships were fabulous.
This is absolutely the best kind of holiday for us.
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GoPlaces61633288222
04/05/2025
This is no ordinary coral islands experience. Extraordinary fishing, crayfishing, snorkelling in total comfort The terrific Eco Abrolhos Cruises team gave us an active, adventurous and very rewarding holiday.
They shared Abrolhos history and environmental information to make every stop in the huge spread (over 122 islands), a special event.
The skipper navigated the Abrolhos Islands coral reefs with expertise and located the best fishing and snorkelling spots from his vast knowledge as a previous rock lobster fisherman.
There was something happening all the time, without being overwhelming. You choose your activity and the team takes care of you.
The food, fishing and new friendships were fabulous.
This is absolutely the best kind of holiday suitable for active people of all ages.
They shared Abrolhos history and environmental information to make every stop in the huge spread (over 122 islands), a special event.
The skipper navigated the Abrolhos Islands coral reefs with expertise and located the best fishing and snorkelling spots from his vast knowledge as a previous rock lobster fisherman.
There was something happening all the time, without being overwhelming. You choose your activity and the team takes care of you.
The food, fishing and new friendships were fabulous.
This is absolutely the best kind of holiday suitable for active people of all ages.
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Richard Vincent
02/05/2025
Abrolhos Islands are an undiscovered wonderland for both young and old who enjoy boats, snorkeling, fishing, history of the Batavia and fun activities. The Cox family (and their boat the Eco Abrolhos) made our six night stay a time to remember. Even with some strong winds on the first couple of days, there are plenty of spots to shelter and activities to do. The staff onboard the boat are highly attentive and helpful. Having an 18m tender boat along side the big Eco Abrolhos allows the exploring of the islands to be done safely and in comfort. March/April would be ideal timing.
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Ernst Jaeck
01/05/2025
It was a fantastic trip, everything was planned and executed to perfection! The staff was very friendly and helpful all the time. Food was excellent and plentiful. We had lunch and dinner like in a 3 Michelin Star restaurant. Jay our skipper organised everything with perfection. His great knowledge and experience of the Abrolhos and the history was very entertaining!
Thanks very much for this once in a lifetime trip.
Thanks very much for this once in a lifetime trip.
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Ming Leung
24/04/2025
A great 6 nights on the Eco Abrolhos. It’s a privilege to have Jay and Bronson share their knowledge and backyard with us. Stunning corals, fish and sea life along with great fishing, crays plus some wonderful insights into life and death (shipwrecks) on the Abrolhos. No hesitation to recommend.
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Vino246
23/04/2025
Abrolhos - Abrolhos Islands are an undiscovered wonderland for both young and old who enjoy boats, snorkeling, fishing, history of the Batavia and fun activities. The Cox family (and their boat the Eco Abrolhos) made our six night stay a time to remember. Even with some strong winds on the first couple of days, there are plenty of spots to shelter and activities to do. The staff onboard the boat are highly attentive and helpful. Having an 18m tender boat along side the big Eco Abrolhos allows the exploring of the islands to be done safely and in comfort. March/April would be ideal timing.
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Elena M
22/04/2025
Amazing trip, wonderful crew. A wonderful trip!! The crew were amazing going above and beyond to make us comfortable and safe. Very comfortable cabins. Excellent excursions to the beautiful shores of the islands and excellent snorkeling with beautiful coral and fish life. Food on board was amazing and the fishing excursions and craypot pulling awesome. Highly recommend and would do it all again.
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Craig Hepburn
17/04/2025
Eco Abrolhos went above and beyond my expectations, Met Jay at the airport and he shared many stories with us.
Bronson and the whole crew delivered a smooth cruise with everything well planned and executed.
Thank you for a very unique experience and sharing your Abrolhos family history with us.
Craig
Bronson and the whole crew delivered a smooth cruise with everything well planned and executed.
Thank you for a very unique experience and sharing your Abrolhos family history with us.
Craig
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Jan Deane
13/04/2025
Great trip thanks EcoA ! Loved the boat, the crew and the amazing vista. Fab fishing and snorkelling added to a history bonanza!
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Dave B
10/04/2025
Eco Abrolhos This was my third trip with Eco Abrolhos and I will definitely be back for a fourth, a fantastic trip made even better by terrific staff, excellent food and a flexible itinerary that takes advantage of weather conditions as they change. Thanks Bronson, Jay and Sonia, already looking forward to next year! Cheers!
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Vicki R
10/04/2025
Fabulous adventure Wow, what an adventure. Fabulous food and the staff were courteous, helpful and hard working. Best snorkelling that rivals the Barrier reef. The historian Howard Gray was so informative about the Batavia and local flora and fauna. Thoroughly recommend this tour.
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Perthfamilyabroad
09/04/2025
A must do experience, should be on everyone's bucket list It's rare to find experiences that completely exceed your expectations, but this did it in spades for me. A fabulous mix of activities for the adventurous, plus history of the region from someone who knows and has lived it. The story of the Batavia came to life as we stood on the places it happened, surrounded by wild bird life.
Sensational food with guest caught fresh fish and crays, there is a great bar all from the comfort and safety of very well-appointed boat. There is a support cray boat as well as 4 further smaller boats to get to the islands, two with glass bottoms and front loading to make it easy to get on off.
There is something for everyone here, and this is a world class trip. My advice is to go whilst you still can.
Sensational food with guest caught fresh fish and crays, there is a great bar all from the comfort and safety of very well-appointed boat. There is a support cray boat as well as 4 further smaller boats to get to the islands, two with glass bottoms and front loading to make it easy to get on off.
There is something for everyone here, and this is a world class trip. My advice is to go whilst you still can.
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Christine D
08/04/2025
Abrohlos!! A thoroughly enjoyable experience on a very comfortable boat with an outstanding crew. We loved all the activities - snorkelling, history walks, cray pot pulling, fishing, pre-dinner drinks, socialising and to top it all, great story telling by the captain. To top everything off, the food prepared by Emily was superb!
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naso (Travelling Rok)
03/04/2025
An absolutely fantastic experience. Jay and his crew catered for all our needs and always with a smile.
The cabins were comfortable and well appointed.
You cannot take alcohol aboard. Their prices were very reasonable I thought.
The fishing and snorkelling were both first class. Liam, skipper of the ex cray boat, Dhu Force, will put you onto the fish. You can also participate in the pot pull in the mornings, crayfish being a big part of the diet aboard.
Lastly for history buffs there is the 'Batavia' story. I recommend reading about this shipwreck and others that occurred on the WA coast. Visit both the Shipwreck Museum in Fremantle and the very good museum in Geraldton prior to going to the Abrolhos Islands to get an appreciation of this history if not already familiar with it.
I have spent years at sea in some of the world's best locations. This is the equal of any of those.
The cabins were comfortable and well appointed.
You cannot take alcohol aboard. Their prices were very reasonable I thought.
The fishing and snorkelling were both first class. Liam, skipper of the ex cray boat, Dhu Force, will put you onto the fish. You can also participate in the pot pull in the mornings, crayfish being a big part of the diet aboard.
Lastly for history buffs there is the 'Batavia' story. I recommend reading about this shipwreck and others that occurred on the WA coast. Visit both the Shipwreck Museum in Fremantle and the very good museum in Geraldton prior to going to the Abrolhos Islands to get an appreciation of this history if not already familiar with it.
I have spent years at sea in some of the world's best locations. This is the equal of any of those.
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Franca SalaTenna
03/04/2025
The Abrolhos Islands is a little known piece of paradise. Jay and his crew on the Eco Abrolhos bring it to life with Jay's lifetime of living, breathing and loving the Abrolhos Islands. Then you have unlimited crayfish, the freshest, just caught fish, crystal clear waters for snorkeling and the spectacular night sky for star gazing- the milky way never looked so bright!
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Donna V
03/04/2025
Stargazing with Star Tracks Astro Events at the Abrolhos Islands. The Stargazing Cruise on the Eco Abrolhos boat was amazing. The night sky up there is so dark and the stars are sparkling. Donna and her team from Star Tracks Astro Events were so great and very knowledgeable. We learnt so much about the night sky and the universe overhead. It was brilliant.
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francasG913ND
03/04/2025
Treat yourself to the Abrolhos Island Cruise A once in a lifetime trip I have done twice now! I first met Jay and Eco Abrolhos Cruises while working in Geraldton- I loved the trip back then (about 8 years ago!) and I loved it this time. Jay lives and breathes the Abrolhos Is- his love of it is infectious and he has a lifetime of wild, crazy stories about it. What's not to love? Blue skies, perfect mid to late 20s temperature every day, calm waters (once you are puttering around the Islands) fresh crays and just caught fish- cooked to perfection. Then you have the snorkeling- wow- so many fish and coral. I did the star gazing cruise this time- and that was extra special - with the opportunity to see the night sky free from light pollution and the milky way- was amazing.
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Chloe Upton
30/03/2025
Staying on the Eco Abrolhos was fantastic. The trip had every richness from the ocean - blue skies, crystal clear water, fishing, snorkelling, history, crayfish, pearls, coral beaches, and wildlife. Jay and his staff are friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. With good humour, they accommodate guests' needs and fitness levels. Emily, the on-board chef, provided delicious healthy food, including the fish and crays caught the previous day. Each day, we could choose to fish, walk, snorkel or simply hang out on the boat's deck. Stargazing with Donna was fun and informative. I recommend Eco Abrolhos to anyone looking for a small group tour, adventure and history in a stunningly beautiful location.
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lisabY7337PZ
28/03/2025
A bucket list trip for adventure and fun If adventure with snorkeling, fishing,island exploring,eating wonderful fresh seafood and maritime history sounds like you a trip aboard the Eco Abrolhos is a bucket list trip
Our 3rd time aboard the Eco and once again we were treated with an amazing time
The minute you step on board you are with family and treated like royalty
Beds are very comfortable and the food is amazing with freshly caught crayfish on the menu every day
Our 3rd time aboard the Eco and once again we were treated with an amazing time
The minute you step on board you are with family and treated like royalty
Beds are very comfortable and the food is amazing with freshly caught crayfish on the menu every day
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Mike Fisher
26/03/2025
Amazing adventure, run by a highly knowledgeable & experienced team who always had smiles on their faces. The food the chef & team produced was as good as any 5-star restaurant. I didn't know how many different ways you could eat FRESH crayfish every day!! It's not the 'sip cocktails on the sun-deck all day' type of cruise, although you can do that if you want but it would be a waste! You'd miss out on the culture, history, sea-life, bird-life, sea lions, snorkelling, fishing, trekking the islands, swimming in turquoise waters, learning about the cray fishing life-style etc. Needless to say, it's definitely a bucket list item to tick off.
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Gail Hackett
19/03/2025
“Keep your eyes open!” Everyday was a new and exciting adventure during our 5 day cruise on the Eco Abrolhos. All daily activities and tours were optional and we took advantage of the opportunities offered to experience as much as possible of the beautiful Abrolhos Islands; including shipwrecks, snorkelling , glass bottom boat, island walks, fishing, cray pot pulling, wildlife spotting. The Captain and crew are a tight knit hard working team who obviously enjoy their roles and freely share stories and expert knowledge, always with patience and time for any questions we had. Our safety and our enjoyment of the cruise were always their first priority The boat is very comfortable and the perfect size for a small group tour, but large enough to find a quiet spot if needed. We enjoyed meeting all our fellow guests and getting to know them socially. The chef made delicious meals and there was always plenty for everyone. We are very happy we took the opportunity to experience the natural beauty of the Abrolhos Islands with Eco Abrolhos Cruises.
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BT L
14/03/2025
Had a fabulous time on the Eco Abrolhos 'food & wine' cruise. The cabin was very comfortable, all the crew were great and the food tasty and plentiful. The fresh fish and Cray were outstanding. The 2 wine tasting sessions were so well organised and the accompanying food excellent (thanks Nadia, Jay & Emily). The choice of activities kept us busy and we saw so much wildlife and learned a lot! Thankyou Jay and team for a memorable holiday! Tony & Bev
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976nadia
14/03/2025
Best Nature and Adventure Trip Ever Best Adventure/Nature Trip ever. The Eco Abrolhos Wine and Seafood 5 day tour was sensational. Food was 5 Star and delicious and the wine delightful. Staff were so lovely and entertaining
Activities of snorkeling, fishing, nature walks all so enjoyable. My second trip and definitely won’t be my last
Activities of snorkeling, fishing, nature walks all so enjoyable. My second trip and definitely won’t be my last
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Susan E
13/03/2025
Memorable, unique, authentic, epicurean delight. I booked a solo cabin on the Wine Tasting/Gourmet Seafood cruise.
I am a widow and I only mention this because:
I had fun.
I had social interaction with a very inclusive group of fellow cruisers.
I had my personal comfort zone challenged with the offered snorkelling/fishing activities.
I encountered a natural environment of such beauty that I was reminded that there is beauty in my world.
I had the most superb food!! Jay could trade in the cruising for his cuisine expertise. Crays, fish, salads never tasted so good.
I witnessed a crew and "a boss", Jay, put the concept of teamwork into action.
I had solitude if I wanted it.
I am a widow and I only mention this because:
I had fun.
I had social interaction with a very inclusive group of fellow cruisers.
I had my personal comfort zone challenged with the offered snorkelling/fishing activities.
I encountered a natural environment of such beauty that I was reminded that there is beauty in my world.
I had the most superb food!! Jay could trade in the cruising for his cuisine expertise. Crays, fish, salads never tasted so good.
I witnessed a crew and "a boss", Jay, put the concept of teamwork into action.
I had solitude if I wanted it.
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Dave Topham
12/03/2025
Every Australian should experience this adventure. Apart from all the good stuff, best seafood, great scenery, etc,etc, it's the story of how it all started.
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Mark H
11/03/2025
Eco Abrolhos trip - Great Great Abrolhos trip. Just the right amount of activity and relax time with everything catered for. Food was great with no limit on the amount of lobster and fish, which you can catch yourself (fishing was awesome) and watch them set and pick-up the lobster pots. But if you are not into fishing, they did Island walks and snorkeling at the same time. Did I say the food was great, ., chef was amazing with plenty of other options if you got sick of lobster and fish. Liam and Scotty on the fishing tender were outstanding, did everything for you (if you wanted), all staff were working hard to do everything for you, but relaxed and very friendly. This is not a luxury cruise, its a well coordinated activity boat, but, if you want to stay on the boat and chill, you can. Boat was very comfortable and small enough to get close to everything (unlike other boats) so views were better in the evenings and closer to Island walks, snorkeling etc. Really like their Eco approach, catch only what you will eat. Highly recommended. Mark
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Maria Moy
26/02/2025
The word ‘Amazing’ doesn’t do the 5 day experience justice. We were so well looked after from every member of their Team - from the start to the very end. Every member of the team were friendly, respectful, polite, courteous, helpful, genuine, competent in their roles and tasks, and they made every effort to make every person feel safe, cared for, and their needs met. There were activities to suit everyone. From crayfish pot-pulling, deep sea fishing, walking, snorkelling, to just relaxing and reading a book on the lounge or deck. Jay ran a really tight ship and everything was well oiled, shipshape and ran smoothly. I loved his tales and stories from his first hand experience of the area, and Howard’s passion and knowledge of the Abrohlos, its wildlife, and the Shipwreck stories captivated me and gave me a great insight into this magical part of the world. It is no surprise that this area is dubbed the Galapagos of the Indian Ocean. Emily the master chef on board the vessel is responsible for the extra kilos we are now all carrying, delighting us with all the different ways you can prepare the lobster and the fish was cooked to perfection every time.
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Michael F
26/02/2025
Abrolhos Island snorkel, fish, educational and fun trip. A wonderful experience with like minded people. You meet plenty of interesting and fun people. Just get involved.
A well structured and meaningful day to day schedule.
Snorkeling was excellent with skilled dive guides.
Plenty of corals,shells, sea grasses , tropical fish plus pearling operations.
Guided structured walks on various islands with plenty of scenery and wildlife photo opportunities
Able to be fully involved in deep sea fishing and to watch the famous WA crays being caught in the pots.
Friendly staff and skipper, all prepared to tell you everything about the historic Abrolhos Islands and ship wreck dramas.
Highly qualified informative on board "Abrolhogist" with everything you need know about the present ecology and past history.
High quality seafood and other meal choices.
High quality live aboard boat and support craft.
Each night capped off with upper deck drinks and nibbles plus daily recap of events.
A well structured and meaningful day to day schedule.
Snorkeling was excellent with skilled dive guides.
Plenty of corals,shells, sea grasses , tropical fish plus pearling operations.
Guided structured walks on various islands with plenty of scenery and wildlife photo opportunities
Able to be fully involved in deep sea fishing and to watch the famous WA crays being caught in the pots.
Friendly staff and skipper, all prepared to tell you everything about the historic Abrolhos Islands and ship wreck dramas.
Highly qualified informative on board "Abrolhogist" with everything you need know about the present ecology and past history.
High quality seafood and other meal choices.
High quality live aboard boat and support craft.
Each night capped off with upper deck drinks and nibbles plus daily recap of events.
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826megans
26/02/2025
Trip of a lifetime! The wonderful Houtman Abrolhos Islands. An amazing 5 day trip with Eco Abrolhos Cruises and their delightful crew. This has been a place I have always been fascinated with and I am so lucky that I have had the opportunity to visit the islands with such knowledgeable hosts!
We were on the Eco and Shipwreck tour with guest speaker Dr Howard Gray Abrolhogist! Howard is an expert in the islands and has written a number of fantastic books about the history, archaeology and ecology of the group. We were also fortunate enough to have Graeme Henderson AM aboard as a guest who discovered the wreck of the Vergulde Draeck (1656) at the age of 16 which led to his career in Marine Archaeology.
We started at the southern end of the group Pelsaert Group, then visited the Easter Group before spending the last couple of days around the Wallabi Group - where the wreck of the Batavia occurred in 1629.
I cannot stop raving about our trip! Jay and his very capable crew were so helpful and fun and they made the trip unforgettable. A big thank you also to Chef Emily who presented a fantastic variety of dishes for every meal and went out of her way to accommodate my request for Gluten Free meals.
If you’re lucky enough to get a berth on an Eco Abrolhos tour then you’re in for a treat!
We were on the Eco and Shipwreck tour with guest speaker Dr Howard Gray Abrolhogist! Howard is an expert in the islands and has written a number of fantastic books about the history, archaeology and ecology of the group. We were also fortunate enough to have Graeme Henderson AM aboard as a guest who discovered the wreck of the Vergulde Draeck (1656) at the age of 16 which led to his career in Marine Archaeology.
We started at the southern end of the group Pelsaert Group, then visited the Easter Group before spending the last couple of days around the Wallabi Group - where the wreck of the Batavia occurred in 1629.
I cannot stop raving about our trip! Jay and his very capable crew were so helpful and fun and they made the trip unforgettable. A big thank you also to Chef Emily who presented a fantastic variety of dishes for every meal and went out of her way to accommodate my request for Gluten Free meals.
If you’re lucky enough to get a berth on an Eco Abrolhos tour then you’re in for a treat!
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Deanne Bonney
06/02/2025
Loved the experience, loved the crayfish, the crew were fantastic and would definitely do it again 
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farm2000
05/12/2024
Would highly recommend We were reticent to book this trip because of the cost but are so glad we did book and go. The staff were amazing, food was as good as anywhere and the history and information we were given was an added bonus. We went on the history trip. We could see where the cost was. I have limited mobility but other than the island walks was able to do most things. Everyone was just so helpful and couldn't believe how the staff all just pulled together and helped without being asked. All so well organised.
The rooms were comfortable and lovely hot showers, toilet worked well and the bed was comfortable.
The rooms were comfortable and lovely hot showers, toilet worked well and the bed was comfortable.
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Sheila Pretsel
02/12/2024
One of the best trips Ive been on in years! The purpose of the trip for me, was to learn more about the Batavia shipwreck and explore the Islands that make up the Abrolhos. Howard Grey, the local historian who has a deep knowledge of the Batavia history plus the Islands showed us around explaining the history but also the many birds and other wildlife on the Islands. The boat was super comfortable, awesome meals and knowledgeable and helpful crew who were "in the background" but at the same time shaped the trip. Well worth going on. Loved it.
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Shirley
23/11/2024
We had a great time, were a bit lucky with the weather. Eating freshly caught crayfish and snapper, does it get any better?
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Kelly B
11/11/2024
Best holiday in WA The quality of this cruise was more than I expected. Bravo to a fantastic crew who worked together well as a team and cared for us perfectly. The food was amazing as was the history.
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randallhendriks
28/10/2024
Eco Abrolhos Shipwrecks Cruise Unique part of Western Australian coastline, rich in history. Eco Abrolhos Shipwreck Cruise highly recommended. Well organised with wonderful flight (small plane) to East Wallaby Island followed by excellent cruise on the Eco Abrolhos. Multiple options on trip including fishing, snorkelling, glass bottom boat and island ventures. Excellent attentive crew led by skipper Bronson and supplemented by local historian/expert Howard Gray, whose knowledge of the area is unparalleled. Excellent facilities on the capacious boat, including food and beverages. Safety a priority at all times. Highly recommend this trip which was seamlessly organised by the company.
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Karen Grant
21/10/2024
Spent 5 nights aboard Eco Abrolhos. Had a great time ! Staff were friendly , helpful and knowledgeable on all aspects of the Abrolhos Islands. Whales,dolphins,turtles and a variety fish in abundance. Food was amazing and as fresh as you can get as it was caught that day with a constant changing menu . Professional and experienced skippers and deck staff. Very safety focused . Had a room on the deck . Spacious with a hot shower a big bed more than I expected. Very interesting to learn about the history of the area and meet some locals working and living amongst the islands Recommend doing this trip to an amazing natural wonder just off the coast.
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h
16/10/2024
The best trip ever The sea, wildlife and nature was spectacular The staff were friendly, warm, knowledgeable and fun The food was incredibly delicious The boat is massive A beautiful lifetime experience I’ll treasure forever 
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976nadia
16/10/2024
Abrolhos Adventures Best trip ever
The big blue and many adventures to be had
Wonderful friendly knowledgeable staff
Delicious 5 star food and wine
Memories to cherish forever
The big blue and many adventures to be had
Wonderful friendly knowledgeable staff
Delicious 5 star food and wine
Memories to cherish forever
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finbaro378
15/10/2024
Abrolhos islands 5 day cruise Went on the 5 day WA seafood and wine tasting tour. We were lucky to have good weather, but apart from that, it was overall an amazing experience. The snorkelling was sensational, beautiful fish and coral at every stop, fishing was incredible, expert guide and assistance, nature and history walks on the islands fascinating. Meals on board were gourmet prepared to perfection by hard working chef and helpers. All guides and staff on board were incredible; friendly, knowledgable, caring, attentive, couldn't do enough to ensure all guests were catered to in spite of a variety of ages and capabilities. Can't speak highly enough of the experience and everyone from skipper to deck hands that made it one of the most special experiences of our lives.
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Mary Sullivan
14/10/2024
I’ve just returned from 5 nights aboard the Eco Abrolhos at the Abrolhos Islands. What an experience! We had a daily choice of snorkeling over beautiful coral reefs, deep sea fishing and nature walks accompanied by an expert on the local geology, flora and fauna, including the history of the Batavia wreck. The crew did everything to make our time enjoyable, including delicious seafood meals. Its one of the best trips I’ve made.
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Peter Lord
14/10/2024
My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed the 5 day cruise and would highly recommend it. Our days were busy fishing, pulling up cray pots, snorkelling and exploring the islands if we wanted to. The staff were friendly, helpful and had a wealth of knowledge of the islands. The food was great, freshly caught daily. All our needs were taken care of so it was very relaxing thanks to Jay and crew.
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richard brooke-smith
08/10/2024
Great experience, the crew were very friendly and helpful. We thoroughly enjoyed our time on cruise.
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mary wildy
06/10/2024
Our Eco Abrolhos Cruise was great! We were very well looked after by all the amazing crew.. shore excursions and activities were well organised and informative with briefings on board twice a day to keep us up to speed on the day's events. Our awesome chef Connor prepared delicious and varied culinary delights, fresh fish and crayfish in abundance! Special thanks too to our Captain, Bronson, who steered the boat and told us stories of shipwrecks and mutiny!!
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Markk Ward
03/10/2024
Hi all, Sharon and myself had a wonderful 5 day cruise on the eco Abrohlos. A massive thank you to the captain (Bronson) and crew for taking care of everyone’s needs. The vast knowledge of jay & bronson of the Houtman Abrohlos islands was invaluable to all on board. Their attention to detail whether it be fishing ,craypot lifting, snorkeling, informative walks was second to none. The chef (Conner) catered for everyone’s needs spectacularly Add in a bit of humour and making new friends made this a most enjoyable cruise. Thank you eco Abrohlos
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Jeff Corkill
02/10/2024
Shout out to Eco Abrolhos Cruises, what an amazing crew. They made everyone welcome and ensured everyone got to fully enjoy their time onboard. The fishing was fantastic and the subsequent meals that were created from our catch were to die for. Amazing snorkelling and tours of the various islands offered insights into lessor known parts of Australian history. Did we love it? You bet we did. Will we go back? Absolutely.
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Lisa Deppeler
02/10/2024
Highly recommend this family run adventure tour of the Abrolhos Islands. The boat is a great size, accommodating 30 guests with comfort. If you want to see the Abrolhos, eat amazing food, enjoy nature, fishing and the history of the area. From the booking of this trip right through to being dropped off at my accommodation at the end, the staff were helpful and genuinely friendly. Now I’m thinking about booking the Kimberly trip.
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Denise W
02/10/2024
Amazing , brilliant in always trip !!! I recently had the most AMAZING experience aboard the Eco Abroholis on a 5 day 4 night adventure cruise of a lifetime !!
The family run business with Sonia , Jay and Bronson and all the extended family and crew was planned with great care and attention to meticulous detail..
As a professional artist , I was gobsmacked at the incredible beauty of the islands.. both Jay and Bronson’s storytelling , with firsthand lived experience captivated all the guests over the 5 days .
The food is mouth-wateringly spectacular and rivals any Michelin star restaurant anywhere in the world !!..the comfort on board and accomodation is superb it was definately excellent value and a trip that I will personally be doing again Ohhh and the crayfish , fishing and snorkeling all AMAZING as well !!! Everything in abundance !!
Thankyou Sonia and Jay , Brunson and crew ..you were all magnificent and your Eco sustainable footprint also brilliant !!
I’ll be seeing you all again soon I hope !!
Dee Walker
The family run business with Sonia , Jay and Bronson and all the extended family and crew was planned with great care and attention to meticulous detail..
As a professional artist , I was gobsmacked at the incredible beauty of the islands.. both Jay and Bronson’s storytelling , with firsthand lived experience captivated all the guests over the 5 days .
The food is mouth-wateringly spectacular and rivals any Michelin star restaurant anywhere in the world !!..the comfort on board and accomodation is superb it was definately excellent value and a trip that I will personally be doing again Ohhh and the crayfish , fishing and snorkeling all AMAZING as well !!! Everything in abundance !!
Thankyou Sonia and Jay , Brunson and crew ..you were all magnificent and your Eco sustainable footprint also brilliant !!
I’ll be seeing you all again soon I hope !!
Dee Walker
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AdventurerWA
01/10/2024
Great Experience for Family with Teenagers Great experience at the Abrolhos with Eco Abrolhos with two 16 year old boys. Activities organised from 8 am to 7 pm, we tried the fishing, pot pulls for crayfish and the different island walking tours, glass bottom boat and snorkelling experiences every day. Wildlife seen included sea lions, many sea birds, dolphins, humpback whales and a huge variety of fish and colourful corals. Food was great too and crew and fellow passengers were very friendly making for a very memorable trip. September was chilly in the water so reasonably thick wetsuits were definitely required to stay toasty so best to bring your own as the cruise wetsuits were fairly thin. Nevertheless the snorkel time was 30 mins to 45 mins so it was doable in the thinner wetsuits. Thanks to Captain Bronson, Jay and crew for their great service. Flights to and from the islands were great too as we avoided sea sickness and saw the islands from the air.
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John C
27/09/2024
Awesome Abrolhos Beautiful island group. Ideal for nature, fishing, snorkeling and has heaps of interesting history. Jay, Bronson and the crew made sure we had an awesome visit.
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Nick Broadbent
26/09/2024
The Abrolhos were a great group of islands to visit. Eco Abrolhos were a great company to go with conditions on board but the highlight was the staff and the activities you had to choose from. Everyday there were multiple options including fishing, snorkeling, walks with history, nature walks or just chill. The good thing was there was no competition to do anything, they always catered for everybody. All to easy. I would have no hesitation suggesting EcoAbrolhos for a trip to the islands.
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Chris Dennis
23/09/2024
We have just returned from a 5 day eco Abrolhos Abrolhos trip. A fantastic experience, great staff and crew. Visited the 3 island groups, island walks, fishing and craypot pulling, snorkelling and glass bottom boat trips all available every day. Lots of history of the Batavia shipwreck and other shipwrecks. The first hand knowledge of owner Jay and his son Bronson made the experience very special. The food was superb and the chef excellent. Highly recommend.
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jennifercG2348EQ
05/06/2024
An amazing experience!! This was a most amazing experience. The crew was fantastic. Jay the skipper had so much knowledge and stories about the Abrolhos. We didn't realise how big the Abrolhos Islands were. The snorkeling spots were great. Food was delicious with plenty of choice. Even Easter Bunny came for a visit
. We now have friends interested in going. Highly recommend doing this.
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Melanie B
06/05/2024
Beautiful exploration on a live aboard Everything was taken care of barely time to have lunch amongst the many experiences. We love snorkeling and we’re privileged to snorkel on the wreck of the Batavia, seeing canons and anchors from the ship beautifully grown over with red and yellow coral and alive with crayfish and reef fish. The Shore Leave long lunch was a bonus and we ate so much crayfish! We jumped in the water and had a lovely swim. Captain Jay Cox was very helpful and had a great wit as well as a confident manner.
I would love to do it again!
I would love to do it again!
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Frankie G
06/05/2024
Our fantastic cruise What a fantastic holiday we had on the Echo abrolhos boat we met some wonderful people and have made friends for life, the staff were exceptional they couldn’t do enough for us and always put safety first. We highly recommend this company for your holidays, we would like to sincerely thank Jay, Sonia and their fabulous staff. Cheers see you next time Frankie and Graham
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DavidD12451
03/05/2024
A complete Battavia experience! Thanks Jay and your great crew.
Had a lovely time with family and relatives from overseas.
Long lunch @ Turtle Bay was a highlight, and we all enjoyed learning about the gruesome story of the Batavia shipwreck from Howard Grey. Some great snorkels, including a dive on the wreck site, and to top it off a couple of hours of fun and chaos at the Two Up out at West Wallaby island on Anzac day. Great trip.
Had a lovely time with family and relatives from overseas.
Long lunch @ Turtle Bay was a highlight, and we all enjoyed learning about the gruesome story of the Batavia shipwreck from Howard Grey. Some great snorkels, including a dive on the wreck site, and to top it off a couple of hours of fun and chaos at the Two Up out at West Wallaby island on Anzac day. Great trip.
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Extraordinary13772
02/05/2024
Incredible 6 day Abrohlos Island cruise experience We have just returned from an amazing 6 day Eco Abrohlos cruise that exceeded all our expectations. It was our first time to the islands and to be shown around by Jay and all the friendly and knowledgeable crew was very enjoyable. So much to see and do and the cruise offered all options such as fishing, snorkeling, pulling cray fish pots, and tours and insight into the local environment, capped off by a bonus long table lunch at Turtle Bay.
We had the option to do exciting activities every day or just relax on the boat if we chose to. The food was incredible with fresh seafood and other selections at every meal.
Historian and local expert Dr Howard Gray was on hand to offer walking and other tours every day, including incredible insights to the islands and the history of the Batavia shipwreck dating back to the 1600's.
A must do cruise when in WA!
We had the option to do exciting activities every day or just relax on the boat if we chose to. The food was incredible with fresh seafood and other selections at every meal.
Historian and local expert Dr Howard Gray was on hand to offer walking and other tours every day, including incredible insights to the islands and the history of the Batavia shipwreck dating back to the 1600's.
A must do cruise when in WA!
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Jefcar213
29/04/2024
Eco Abrolhos 6 Day Adventure - First Class! What a fantastic holiday experience! Skipper Jay and the magnificent crew both collectively and individually ensured a first-class holiday experience. Fishing, craypot pulling, snorkeling, glass bottom boats, island walks and history lessons (you can do as much, or as little as you wish), not to mention the first-class food, fresh caught daily by guests and so well prepared. Fortunate to have on this cruise Natural Historian Author and "Abrolhogist" Dr Howard Gray, who brought to life the savage history of the 1629 wreck of the Dutch vessel Batavia and its aftermath, as well as describing the abundant bird, animal and sea-life. Add to that fellowship of an evening with great company of friends old and new from all over Australia, a story or two from Jay bringing to life his many years of living and working the islands and you have the consummate holiday added to by the annual Shore leave Festival Long Table Lunch do yourself a favour!
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Michelle L
25/04/2024
Stunning Abrolhos Cruise The crew were excellent in their knowledge and guidance through snorkelling tours and fishing excursions. and daily briefings on where the activities would occur and then where we were headed throughout the islands. Every day had multiple activities to choose from and you could be as busy or relaxed as you chose. The freshly caught lobsters and fish were cooked and served for lunch and dinner and were spectacular. I would highly recommend this cruise through this beautiful area. Definitely value for money.
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PBossi
20/04/2024
The best 5 night holiday ever! The staff were helpful, knowledgeable and super friendly. The food was simply out of this world!! The activities were better than expected and the cabins and facilities were comfy and cozy. We loved spending time on the Abrolhos Islands and would do it again!!
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Paul B
18/04/2024
Amazing experience Had an amazing week at the Abroholis islands the Crewe couldn’t have been more helpful. All the wildlife, fishing, crayfishing, history tours , snorkeling, and Jays incredible stories of his life on the islands. We will be back thank you 
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J1311NXanneb
13/04/2024
Holiday of a lifetime !! Amazing 6 day cruise to the Abrohlos Islands.
ECO Abroholos have everything covered, fishing, snorkelling, nature walks, providing history of the islands!
The staff are amazing, can’t do enough for you, the food is superb (Connor the chef is very good) and the actual boat is just perfect.
We are looking forward to our next trip. Thanks ECO Abroholos for giving us the holiday of lifetime.
ECO Abroholos have everything covered, fishing, snorkelling, nature walks, providing history of the islands!
The staff are amazing, can’t do enough for you, the food is superb (Connor the chef is very good) and the actual boat is just perfect.
We are looking forward to our next trip. Thanks ECO Abroholos for giving us the holiday of lifetime.
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robynh110
06/04/2024
Amazing Experience Such an amazing cruise .
Thank you Jay , your enthusiasm is infectious and is mirrored by your wonderful crew .
It was a highlight to be surrounded by such a happy crew , all wiling to help each other and the fantastic like minded travelling companions , all ready to experience whatever was on offer .
Pot pulling first up was on offer for anyone keen to join in,followed by breakfast , then fishing, snorkelling off small islands not far from our boat , or viewing from the glass bottom boat .
These activities were offered again after lunch in different locations .
My husband was elated to catch his first ever BIG fish , helped by Glenn & Kale , and it was big !
Conor our brilliant chef prepared the most delicious meals .
Lunch & dinner always included freshly caught & prepared crayfish & fish plus a non seafood dish & salads .
We chose this particular cruise as it was
The WA Wine & Seafood cruise .
It was wonderful .
James , from Leeuwin Estate , took us through a tasting of top class wines ,sharing his knowledge & generous tastings .
Sonia & crew set up one tasting on the top deck & the other on a beautiful small island not far from the boat .
The wines were paired with delicious seafood , very memorable tastings in such unique settings .
We loved everything.
Thank you
Thank you Jay , your enthusiasm is infectious and is mirrored by your wonderful crew .
It was a highlight to be surrounded by such a happy crew , all wiling to help each other and the fantastic like minded travelling companions , all ready to experience whatever was on offer .
Pot pulling first up was on offer for anyone keen to join in,followed by breakfast , then fishing, snorkelling off small islands not far from our boat , or viewing from the glass bottom boat .
These activities were offered again after lunch in different locations .
My husband was elated to catch his first ever BIG fish , helped by Glenn & Kale , and it was big !
Conor our brilliant chef prepared the most delicious meals .
Lunch & dinner always included freshly caught & prepared crayfish & fish plus a non seafood dish & salads .
We chose this particular cruise as it was
The WA Wine & Seafood cruise .
It was wonderful .
James , from Leeuwin Estate , took us through a tasting of top class wines ,sharing his knowledge & generous tastings .
Sonia & crew set up one tasting on the top deck & the other on a beautiful small island not far from the boat .
The wines were paired with delicious seafood , very memorable tastings in such unique settings .
We loved everything.
Thank you
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Cindee H
02/04/2024
Cruise of a lifetime I have just completed yet another trip with the Eco Abrohlos team out of the friendly town of geraldton.
In 2018 I did the Houtman Abrohlos and 12 months later the Kimberly's
I met an amazing crew of fellow travellers on the kymberly trip and drove the GRR with a promise to do the Abrohlos islands together as a reunion.
This 3rd trip did not fail to provide us with an absolutely amazing holiday filled with fishing, beach walking, snorkelling and history telling.
Out of all the sites we visited only one was a return for me.
There is so much to do out there and the staff really knew their stuff
The history of shipwrecks and mutineers, the flora fauna and sealife is second to none and you snorkel with sea lions, fish and amazing corals .
I have done a lot in my life but this jampacked adventure wraps it all into one. I was sad to disembark and say my goodbye's to the amazing staff.
To be honest this is an absolute jewel to the Midwest, a wonderful attraction to the town of geraldton. We stayed on and visited the amazing museum where we purchased a few history books and enjoyed the town
If you can, just do it. You will not regret this
Cindee
In 2018 I did the Houtman Abrohlos and 12 months later the Kimberly's
I met an amazing crew of fellow travellers on the kymberly trip and drove the GRR with a promise to do the Abrohlos islands together as a reunion.
This 3rd trip did not fail to provide us with an absolutely amazing holiday filled with fishing, beach walking, snorkelling and history telling.
Out of all the sites we visited only one was a return for me.
There is so much to do out there and the staff really knew their stuff
The history of shipwrecks and mutineers, the flora fauna and sealife is second to none and you snorkel with sea lions, fish and amazing corals .
I have done a lot in my life but this jampacked adventure wraps it all into one. I was sad to disembark and say my goodbye's to the amazing staff.
To be honest this is an absolute jewel to the Midwest, a wonderful attraction to the town of geraldton. We stayed on and visited the amazing museum where we purchased a few history books and enjoyed the town
If you can, just do it. You will not regret this
Cindee
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LightPacker565362
31/03/2024
Extraordinary An Extraordinary 5 days. A wonderful group of Islands off Geraldton, WA. Enthusiastic Skipper Jay and a professional, helpful Crew, make this cruise unique.
Activities and Experiences are varied. Our guide on our February trip was a knowledgeable Historian & Nature Specialist Dr Howard Grey. The History of Coastal Wrecks and the Batavia Calamity are a background for present day Excursions & Explanations of various Natural Wonders. Australian Sealions, in the Ocean or pulled up on the coral beaches. Seabirds of many varieties, even in numbers at this time of the year.
We walked on cast up Coral beaches, fished and observed crew pulling Crayfish pots, blasting along in a powerful fishing boat.We went to a functioning Pearl Farm. Slowly motored over Fields of Brilliant Blue Staghorn Corals In a glass bottomed tender, with skilled young boat people always willing to help you safely in and out of the tender. Sunsets from the top deck. Exquisite.
Terrific Meals, often featuring Crayfish and recently caught fish. Interesting fellow travellers. What a place! Nature at its Brilliant Best. Recommended.
Activities and Experiences are varied. Our guide on our February trip was a knowledgeable Historian & Nature Specialist Dr Howard Grey. The History of Coastal Wrecks and the Batavia Calamity are a background for present day Excursions & Explanations of various Natural Wonders. Australian Sealions, in the Ocean or pulled up on the coral beaches. Seabirds of many varieties, even in numbers at this time of the year.
We walked on cast up Coral beaches, fished and observed crew pulling Crayfish pots, blasting along in a powerful fishing boat.We went to a functioning Pearl Farm. Slowly motored over Fields of Brilliant Blue Staghorn Corals In a glass bottomed tender, with skilled young boat people always willing to help you safely in and out of the tender. Sunsets from the top deck. Exquisite.
Terrific Meals, often featuring Crayfish and recently caught fish. Interesting fellow travellers. What a place! Nature at its Brilliant Best. Recommended.
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Erin H
27/03/2024
What a trip - forever memories of a stunning destination. Thankyou Eco Abrolhos Cruises One of the most wonderful trips I've ever done. What an experience to visit these remote Islands in such a special and unique way aboard Eco Abrolhos Expertly organised from start to finish, we loved our 5 day cruise, meeting our needs and beyond.
A fantastic crew on board who shared their passion of the destination, taking us snorkeling, fishing, craypot pulling, on guided walks with details of the incredible
eco system that makes up Abrolhos. Walking in the footsteps of the famous
Batavia shipwreck survivors was such a highlight, marginally topped by swimming with sea lions on our last morning! The Cruise boat is so well appointed, catering to a smallish group (our group was 18 total) . lovely, comfortable cabins, comfortable bed, hot shower, lots of added value. A wonderful chef who knows 100+ ways to service lobster! Not to mention his desserts!! Sunset drinks on the top deck, stories from Jay, the owner who has lived and breathed the area over 30 years - all while travelling with a fabulous group of people from all over Australia. Do yourself a favour and Get on Board!
A fantastic crew on board who shared their passion of the destination, taking us snorkeling, fishing, craypot pulling, on guided walks with details of the incredible
eco system that makes up Abrolhos. Walking in the footsteps of the famous
Batavia shipwreck survivors was such a highlight, marginally topped by swimming with sea lions on our last morning! The Cruise boat is so well appointed, catering to a smallish group (our group was 18 total) . lovely, comfortable cabins, comfortable bed, hot shower, lots of added value. A wonderful chef who knows 100+ ways to service lobster! Not to mention his desserts!! Sunset drinks on the top deck, stories from Jay, the owner who has lived and breathed the area over 30 years - all while travelling with a fabulous group of people from all over Australia. Do yourself a favour and Get on Board!
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F42BZpeters
22/03/2024
Fantastic, very memorable. This is an amazing experience, which has a mix of activities, history, nature, snorkelling, fishing, glass bottom boat coral viewing and more. Comfortable on board accommodation, with enthusiastic owners and staff. Meals, many containing fresh fish and crays, were superb.
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AussieBurnie
22/03/2024
An enriching history and physical experience Eco Abrolhos's small ship based out of Geraldton Western Australia picked us up from Wallaby Island dirt airstrip. A family business, the father Jay and son Bronson commenced our experience on day one with Abrolhos shoals' history, our choice of fishing/cray pot pulling, or coral snorkelling and shoal walking that proved to be a daily choice through to flying out again: A highlight being joined by a playful sea lion. In our fit mid 70s this was all doable. Aboard activities included fresh caught crayfish and fish for lunch and dinner prepared by an excellent and inventive chef. Mixing with amiable, knowledgable staff and fellow passengers throughout the days, while being regaled with tales made for a pleasurable, relaxed experience worth repeating sometime.
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Rae1953
20/03/2024
Small ship experience in an amazing location. Staff were excellent and whole experience relaxing and enjoyable. Loved Amazing trip with lots of unforgettable experiences and informative friendly staff. Great way to spend a few days learning about the history of the islands
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Andrew Neale
19/03/2024
I need six stars for this review. This trip is amazing, so much history, wildlife, seafood and good times. Wonderful guests, an outstanding crew and the best food ever from the Chef. A beautiful boat to call home for the trip and a wonderful fishing boat for the day's activities. Thanks to Jay, Sonia, Bronson and Crew. The best organised holiday of my life.
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helenb52
16/03/2024
5 day Abrolhos Island cruise This was my second adventure with Eco Abrolhos, a customer focused family business dedicated to ensuring that everyone has a great time.
We saw lots of wild life with sea lions, dolphins, ospreys, various other bird species and the small Tammar wallaby. We went fishing, snorkelling, visited a pearl farm and ate oysters off the rocks.
The staff were friendly but professional and safety focused.
There was fresh seafood on the menu every day and dietary restrictions were catered for.
I can highly recommend this cruise for a great trip off the coast of Western Australia.
We saw lots of wild life with sea lions, dolphins, ospreys, various other bird species and the small Tammar wallaby. We went fishing, snorkelling, visited a pearl farm and ate oysters off the rocks.
The staff were friendly but professional and safety focused.
There was fresh seafood on the menu every day and dietary restrictions were catered for.
I can highly recommend this cruise for a great trip off the coast of Western Australia.
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Gondola
15/03/2024
Swim with seal lions! A truly fantastic 5 days around the Abrolhos Islands. Couldn't fault any part of that time, from the professional and friendly staff to the daily crayfish. Take your pick, snorkeling, swimming, fishing or all three - you will almost certainly have friendly sea lions checking you out in several bays. You can't go wrong with EcoAbrolhos.
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Graham K
15/03/2024
Put this tour on your bucket list . We have no hesitation recommending the Abrolhos cruise . The accommodation , the tender boats, the crew , the meals -- were all first class. A wonderful experience in a magic place.
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Ronald P
06/03/2024
Amazing Holiday Experience I went solo and everything about the trip was incredible. The staff ensured we were comfortable and safe. I did so many activities including guided walking tours on the islands, skin diving, fishing and out to watch pulling cray pots. We had Howard Gray, who is an expert on the Abrolhos Islands fauna, flora and history, as a tour guide. The meals were all were gourmet quality and if you like fish and crayfish this trip has it all. Going on this Abrolhos Cruise is one of the best experiences I've ever had.
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Dave W
05/03/2024
You won't be disappointed. I was promised a lot by my mate Davo who had done this the year before.
The issues for me were many, Vertigo, sea sickness, fussy eater etc lol
The cruise I selected flew us out so I was able to avoid the long boat ride which I knew would be hard for me. The Shine Airlines did a great job, we were on a 3 Dave plane, including the pilot 😉
I had some expected vertigo issues but Davo preempted this and suggested I take a cabin lowest and that did help.
I did not go fishing nor snorkeling due to me vestibular problems but that did not deter me at all from having the trip of a lifetime.
I walked the various islands, best of all Batavia's Graveyard which was my number one goal as I am very interested in that history.
Howard Gray did a great job of explaining the wildlife and the history of everything we saw.
Davo Brown also kept me reminded of what we were seeing.
The seals were great to see close up as we had drinks on a sandy island.
I was fascinated by the huts out there and my wife appreciated my visit to the Pearl Farm at Post Office Island.
There is so much more to say and it's all positive! Sunsets were wonderful to see.
The entire staff & crew did a sterling job, especially the ones operating the boats.
My only comment would be to think if you are very frail as I have dodgy everything and getting onto the fishing boat was a challenge at times. Mind you there was always a strong hand to make sure I did not fall.
Oh I mentioned I am a fussy eater, I only had to ask for a sandwich once, not being a crayfish fan (I was the only one not loving it) Plenty of breakfast lunch & dinner, never a worry. Finally I did learn that I am the spitting image of Frederick De Houtman 😉
The issues for me were many, Vertigo, sea sickness, fussy eater etc lol
The cruise I selected flew us out so I was able to avoid the long boat ride which I knew would be hard for me. The Shine Airlines did a great job, we were on a 3 Dave plane, including the pilot 😉
I had some expected vertigo issues but Davo preempted this and suggested I take a cabin lowest and that did help.
I did not go fishing nor snorkeling due to me vestibular problems but that did not deter me at all from having the trip of a lifetime.
I walked the various islands, best of all Batavia's Graveyard which was my number one goal as I am very interested in that history.
Howard Gray did a great job of explaining the wildlife and the history of everything we saw.
Davo Brown also kept me reminded of what we were seeing.
The seals were great to see close up as we had drinks on a sandy island.
I was fascinated by the huts out there and my wife appreciated my visit to the Pearl Farm at Post Office Island.
There is so much more to say and it's all positive! Sunsets were wonderful to see.
The entire staff & crew did a sterling job, especially the ones operating the boats.
My only comment would be to think if you are very frail as I have dodgy everything and getting onto the fishing boat was a challenge at times. Mind you there was always a strong hand to make sure I did not fall.
Oh I mentioned I am a fussy eater, I only had to ask for a sandwich once, not being a crayfish fan (I was the only one not loving it) Plenty of breakfast lunch & dinner, never a worry. Finally I did learn that I am the spitting image of Frederick De Houtman 😉
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lindakewings
05/03/2024
Eco Abrolhos 5 day cruise We have just done the 5 night cruise around the Abrolhos Islands on the Eco Abrolhos. This was an amazing experience
with fishing, snorkelling, island walks and lots more. The 60ft crayfish boat went out every morning to pull the pots and
there was an abundance of crayfish pulled aboard every day. The fishing was also great, lots of snapper and dhufish.
The crew were fantastic and were so helpful and energetic. All the food that was caught was prepared by the chef
In so many different ways and was delicious. The stories and history of the islands was given by Jay and was really
informative and entertaining.
We snorkeled over the Batavia wreck and saw the anchors and the canons and loads of colourful fish. We did the
wine and food cruise and the tastings and food were sensational and done on an island with seals in the background.
Overall the whole trip was great and we had a fantastic time.
with fishing, snorkelling, island walks and lots more. The 60ft crayfish boat went out every morning to pull the pots and
there was an abundance of crayfish pulled aboard every day. The fishing was also great, lots of snapper and dhufish.
The crew were fantastic and were so helpful and energetic. All the food that was caught was prepared by the chef
In so many different ways and was delicious. The stories and history of the islands was given by Jay and was really
informative and entertaining.
We snorkeled over the Batavia wreck and saw the anchors and the canons and loads of colourful fish. We did the
wine and food cruise and the tastings and food were sensational and done on an island with seals in the background.
Overall the whole trip was great and we had a fantastic time.
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John Detwiler
27/02/2024
My wife and I did the Batavia & Shipwreck themed cruise in late February 2024. We both had a wonderful time, learning the history, visiting the actual locations, talking with the staff and guests. The food was fantastic and almost always included the fish and lobster caught on the day. A great opportunity to get tired of lobster if that is one of your ambitions. We snorkeled every day - superb clear blue waters, lots of different coral and an abundance of sea creatures - and my wife went on one of the fishing trips. There were many opportunities to go out and 'help' pull the lobster pots. Although we are not bird watchers, this is a great place to see birds as there is great variety on the different islands. The vessel, environment and itineraries were outstanding. The only thing better was the atmosphere created by Jay and his crew. Although of course safe, informative and action packed - the genuine passion and atmosphere of fun created by this exceptional team was a true joy to be a part of.
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John D
27/02/2024
Abrolhos Island Wonderland My wife and I did the Batavia & Shipwreck themed cruise in late February 2024. We both had a wonderful time, learning the history, visiting the actual locations, talking with the staff and guests.
The food was fantastic and almost always included the fish and lobster caught on the day. A great opportunity to get tired of lobster if that is one of your ambitions.
We snorkeled every day - superb clear blue waters, lots of different coral and an abundance of sea creatures - and my wife went on one of the fishing trips. There were many opportunities to go out and 'help' pull the lobster pots.
Although we are not bird watchers, this is a great place to see birds as there is great variety on the different islands.
The vessel, environment and itineraries were outstanding. The only thing better was the atmosphere created by Jay and his crew. Although of course safe, informative and action packed - the genuine passion and atmosphere of fun created by this exceptional team was a true joy to be a part of.
The food was fantastic and almost always included the fish and lobster caught on the day. A great opportunity to get tired of lobster if that is one of your ambitions.
We snorkeled every day - superb clear blue waters, lots of different coral and an abundance of sea creatures - and my wife went on one of the fishing trips. There were many opportunities to go out and 'help' pull the lobster pots.
Although we are not bird watchers, this is a great place to see birds as there is great variety on the different islands.
The vessel, environment and itineraries were outstanding. The only thing better was the atmosphere created by Jay and his crew. Although of course safe, informative and action packed - the genuine passion and atmosphere of fun created by this exceptional team was a true joy to be a part of.
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Helen c
27/02/2024
Sensational in every respect. This cruise exceeded our expectations. From the initial contacts with office staff to the final goodbyes, the staff were professional and very helpful. We enjoyed fishing, snorkelling, boat rides, pearl farming and even sunset with sea lions. Bird life was great as were the underwater views. The food was sensational. We hope to do a return trip in the future.
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David Charlton
21/02/2024
Abrolhos Trip 15 to 20 February 2024 Our trip was booked at a relatively late date - an impromptu decision by us. We usually procrastinate to the nth degree but this time decided to just get on with it and book.
Thank goodness we did - what a wonderful adventure we have had over the past week. The whole trip was one of discovery and meeting new people. The Eco Team were genuinely amazing - such a great crew, courteous, friendly, helpful and professional.
We had singled out Anna as your star employee as she demonstrated a maturity and awareness of our needs - not just individually but for everyone. She has a great sense for safety, especially when in the water and it is very reassuring knowing she is there for guidance and assistance if the need arises.
Of course the other guys deserve as many accolades - Connor - superb chef and a really nice guy (can’t beat us Poms!). Kaele, Shannon, Ruby Mae, Karmony, Paul and Scott and the other members I can’t quite recall the names of, all absolutely amazing. You both must be rightly proud of the team you have developed.
The trip was way beyond what we had expected and each day brought yet another adventure including another day of sumptuous meals. Our main highlight was the snorkelling on the Batavia - this had been a goal of ours for many years and to find ourselves floating above that ancient site was magical - such history.
I’m not sure how our passenger group compared to other trips but we felt everyone had a really good connection, which again made the trip very enjoyable.
James’s wine tastings were great fun and enjoyable and informative - a great way to highlight WA premium produce.
Feel free to post this to any site or utilise our comments if it would help.
Wishing you all the very best.
Kind regards
Sally and David (Thomas) Charlton - Cabin 20
Thank goodness we did - what a wonderful adventure we have had over the past week. The whole trip was one of discovery and meeting new people. The Eco Team were genuinely amazing - such a great crew, courteous, friendly, helpful and professional.
We had singled out Anna as your star employee as she demonstrated a maturity and awareness of our needs - not just individually but for everyone. She has a great sense for safety, especially when in the water and it is very reassuring knowing she is there for guidance and assistance if the need arises.
Of course the other guys deserve as many accolades - Connor - superb chef and a really nice guy (can’t beat us Poms!). Kaele, Shannon, Ruby Mae, Karmony, Paul and Scott and the other members I can’t quite recall the names of, all absolutely amazing. You both must be rightly proud of the team you have developed.
The trip was way beyond what we had expected and each day brought yet another adventure including another day of sumptuous meals. Our main highlight was the snorkelling on the Batavia - this had been a goal of ours for many years and to find ourselves floating above that ancient site was magical - such history.
I’m not sure how our passenger group compared to other trips but we felt everyone had a really good connection, which again made the trip very enjoyable.
James’s wine tastings were great fun and enjoyable and informative - a great way to highlight WA premium produce.
Feel free to post this to any site or utilise our comments if it would help.
Wishing you all the very best.
Kind regards
Sally and David (Thomas) Charlton - Cabin 20
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Maureen A
21/02/2024
Exciting holiday. Lots of firsts for me! As an elderly single woman, I was apprehensive about being able to cope with the exciting program of daily activites, but the young crew were very friendly, helpful and patient. Highlights were snorkeling over the wreck of the Batavia and eating oysters straight of the rocks on Traiters Island. Each day the food, weather and information,(historical and environmental) were amazing. Lots of first for me! I loved it!
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Jill Groves
16/02/2024
MUST DO! We were absolutely blown away with our 5 day holiday on the Eco Abrolhos! I'm super fussy & am delighted to say 'this is a must do experience'. 5 stars for everything! The staff were fantastic, the food was fantastic, the daily activities were fantastic, the beds were comfy. The snorkeling was made easy & was super beautiful, the fishing was awesome, the island walks stunning and informative. We snorkeled the 400 year old Batavia shipwreck- incredible. Visited a pearl farm which was most interesting & had a star gazing night! The skipper Jay is one of the most genuine nice people I've met in a long time which reflected in his staff. Thank you to all who made this 5 day holiday one I will remember forever! 5 stars all the way!
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Donna V
14/02/2024
The Eco Abrolhos Islands cruise is a definite 'Bucket List' trip! This was a 'bucket list' cruise adventure! Loved everything about it. the crew were absolutely amazing and friendly, we learnt all about the history of the islands, animal life and the snorkelling at the different islands was unbelievable. So many corals and fish it was just beautiful and snorkelling over the wreck site of the Batavia and seeing the anchor and cannons was so exciting. We also did stargazing and the skies were beautiful and dark with the stunning Milky Way stretching right across the sky. We saw Jupiter through the telescope and the Orion Nebula, amazing!!
Food was epic and sunset drinks on an island while the crew hunted fresh oysters for us to try was fabulous. The best trip ever!
Food was epic and sunset drinks on an island while the crew hunted fresh oysters for us to try was fabulous. The best trip ever!
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Excursion64925632865
13/02/2024
An unbelievable opportunity to experience history of the Batavia and the crayfishing life of the families that live on the abroh Amazing minute by minute daily activities. Couldn't miss our daily itinerary. Cray pot pulling in the morning and fishing. Back to take an island tour and sightseeing of our bird life. Back to the boat for lunch which was Cray fish and the catch of the day. Then more fishing for enthusiast and snorkelling and history of abrohlos Island.
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Ross H
13/02/2024
Awesome Absolutely great cruise. We were incredibly lucky with weather. Great staff. Anna and her mates Karmondy and Ruby-may served up great drinks and were great snorkeling guides. Corner’s cooking was awesome - especially his bacon! Liam and Kael ran everything from the fishing (awesome) and cray pots (hectic!) so smoothly. Captain Jay and Paul and Paul were on top of everything. Room 18 was bigger than expected with a very comfortable bed.
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Compass65202289148
11/11/2023
Abrolhos Islands Cruise What a wonderful experience! Such a variety of terrific - snorkelling on coral, glass bottom boating, wonderful fishing, the oyster party , pearl farm , history and so much more. The staff were wonderful especially Jay , owner and skipper, who brought unique life of the crayfishers and Batavia history on the islands come alive. Fabulous food as well. Special mention to Sonja who certainly went above and beyond to be so so very helpful.
Janet and Grahame
Janet and Grahame
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Jaz F
29/10/2023
Eco tourism at its finest!! There is nothing I can say to fault this incredible tour!! The crew on board the Eco Abrolhos were simply outstanding. Like one big family. And the Abrolhos Islands are simply breathtaking!! To be able to snorkel the Batavia shipwreck is a once in a lifetime opportunity I’ll never forget!! The food was so fresh and delicious and the activities each day were perfect.
As a travel agent, I have no trouble recommending Eco Abrolhos to my clients who I’m sure will leave a little piece of their heart in the Abrolhos like I have!!
As a travel agent, I have no trouble recommending Eco Abrolhos to my clients who I’m sure will leave a little piece of their heart in the Abrolhos like I have!!
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ClintonG122
28/09/2023
Amazing must do experience! Absolute must do experience. Eco Abrolhos was out of the world. Family run and operated business that delivered well beyond expectations. The attention to every little detail was sensational. Food was sooooo good. Who doesn't love fresh seafood! Well if you don't there were plenty of other delicious options. Fishing was sensational! Snorkelling, site seeing, walks, tours. This trip had it all! Including some beautiful wines on tasting!
Do yourself a favour and book your trip on this cruise, you will not be disappointed!
Thank you to the family and team at the Eco Abrolhos, this has made my year!
Clint
Do yourself a favour and book your trip on this cruise, you will not be disappointed!
Thank you to the family and team at the Eco Abrolhos, this has made my year!
Clint
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sarahtQ2187PH
24/09/2023
One Not to Miss This is a wonderful tour. Great staff and exceptional service. The boat is very comfortable and clean. They keep you active every day doing different tours (fishing or snorkeling) each day. The Abrolhos is fascinating to see and the history behind it all. The food is amazing and you certainly will not go hungry. The staff are just wonderful, helpful, easy and relaxed. The boat has a wonderful feel to it where you know the staff are a real team.
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Phillippa Russell
07/06/2023
Over the years Michael and I have had many holidays and seen many places (Australia and abroad). Our 4 days in March with Jay and the crew at the Abrolhos Islands is the best holiday we have ever had. Phillippa and Michael
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AussieItchyFeet_13
07/05/2023
Unique and wonderful The Abrolhos Islands are a beautiful mosaic of low-lying coral and limestone islands surrounded by aquamarine sea and beautiful healthy reef systems. Their status as a national park means that tourism is limited to day trips unless one travels with a cruise operator such as Eco Abrolhos.
Owner Jay Cox was / is a lobster fisherman prior to this tourism venture and so he is in a unique position to interpret the islands for guests, he knows the best spots to visit and all the colourful local tales.
Each day aboard the Eco Abrolhos offers an opportunity to snorkel or to view coral from a glass bottom boat. There are also nature walks to observe birds, sea lions and Tammar Wallabies – as well as to learn about shipwrecks such as the Batavia. And for the fisher-folk there are also daily fishing trips.
Some specifics from our wonderful trip:
* The Eco Abrolhos does not claim to be a luxury cruise but it is quite comfortable for 5 nights. There are cabins for every budget and the boat does not travel at night, which ensures a calm rest. Our ensuite was compact but the shower was hot and everything functioned well.
* Chef Connor does a great job of catering to every dietary requirement as well as ensuring that the lobsters Jay pulls out of the ocean each morning are on the table that night – a big drawcard for some of us! (There are alternatives at every meal if you don’t eat lobster). Fishing activities ensure there fresh fish is also available. We especially appreciated the fruit salad each morning – but I don’t recall hearing anyone disappointed by any meal. Filtered water is available in the guest lounge so one can refill one’s water bottle.
* Beverages are not included in the trip’s cost, however, we found the range and markup on alcohol to be quite reasonable.
* Dress standards are casual – this would matter mostly to those flying out or back to join the cruise, as there is a limit on luggage allowance. There’s absolutely no need to dress up.
* Most cabins do not have individually controlled air conditioning and the boat temperature is quite cool. The one thing I wish I had known before the trip was that we would have been better bringing warm clothes – as we feel the cold. The team did provide extra blankets – so we were warm in bed. If you feel the cold, I’d recommend you ask for cabin 15 or 16 which do have individually controlled AC.
* The other thing that might be helpful is to know that on this relatively small ship, you will feel the ocean’s movement when you are not inside the shelter of the islands. Even if you have not previously experienced sea-sickness it may be worthwhile bringing seasickness tablets along.
* When visiting Post Office Island, guests have the opportunity to visit Jane Liddon’s pearl jewellery showroom. Jane is an amazing character and produces unique pieces specifically designed to be worn with casual clothing . We highly recommend paying the additional small fee to visit Jane’s showroom and to hear about the pearl production process. We found the cost of her jewellery compared to alternatives to be extremely good value.
* The crew of the Eco Abrolhos were wonderful: knowledgeable, helpful and tireless - ensuring we had a great time.
Overall this was a simply wonderful experience: we learned lots, the snorkelling was amazing and we enjoyed lobster each night!
The Eco Abrolhos is virtually the only way to experience the islands in this way – so we highly recommend it.
Owner Jay Cox was / is a lobster fisherman prior to this tourism venture and so he is in a unique position to interpret the islands for guests, he knows the best spots to visit and all the colourful local tales.
Each day aboard the Eco Abrolhos offers an opportunity to snorkel or to view coral from a glass bottom boat. There are also nature walks to observe birds, sea lions and Tammar Wallabies – as well as to learn about shipwrecks such as the Batavia. And for the fisher-folk there are also daily fishing trips.
Some specifics from our wonderful trip:
* The Eco Abrolhos does not claim to be a luxury cruise but it is quite comfortable for 5 nights. There are cabins for every budget and the boat does not travel at night, which ensures a calm rest. Our ensuite was compact but the shower was hot and everything functioned well.
* Chef Connor does a great job of catering to every dietary requirement as well as ensuring that the lobsters Jay pulls out of the ocean each morning are on the table that night – a big drawcard for some of us! (There are alternatives at every meal if you don’t eat lobster). Fishing activities ensure there fresh fish is also available. We especially appreciated the fruit salad each morning – but I don’t recall hearing anyone disappointed by any meal. Filtered water is available in the guest lounge so one can refill one’s water bottle.
* Beverages are not included in the trip’s cost, however, we found the range and markup on alcohol to be quite reasonable.
* Dress standards are casual – this would matter mostly to those flying out or back to join the cruise, as there is a limit on luggage allowance. There’s absolutely no need to dress up.
* Most cabins do not have individually controlled air conditioning and the boat temperature is quite cool. The one thing I wish I had known before the trip was that we would have been better bringing warm clothes – as we feel the cold. The team did provide extra blankets – so we were warm in bed. If you feel the cold, I’d recommend you ask for cabin 15 or 16 which do have individually controlled AC.
* The other thing that might be helpful is to know that on this relatively small ship, you will feel the ocean’s movement when you are not inside the shelter of the islands. Even if you have not previously experienced sea-sickness it may be worthwhile bringing seasickness tablets along.
* When visiting Post Office Island, guests have the opportunity to visit Jane Liddon’s pearl jewellery showroom. Jane is an amazing character and produces unique pieces specifically designed to be worn with casual clothing . We highly recommend paying the additional small fee to visit Jane’s showroom and to hear about the pearl production process. We found the cost of her jewellery compared to alternatives to be extremely good value.
* The crew of the Eco Abrolhos were wonderful: knowledgeable, helpful and tireless - ensuring we had a great time.
Overall this was a simply wonderful experience: we learned lots, the snorkelling was amazing and we enjoyed lobster each night!
The Eco Abrolhos is virtually the only way to experience the islands in this way – so we highly recommend it.
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Guy Stapleton
07/04/2023
It was one of the best holidays I've been on. The Islands, snorkelling and fishing were great, the food tremendous and Island history fascinating. The ship's crew were terrific and always very helpful. Thoroughly recommend doing it. We will be doing the Kimberley trip at some stage. Many thanks to Eco Abrolhos from two very satisfied customers.
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Mirella E
06/04/2023
Fantastic Great experience A great package of flight over then Live a bored for 5 days on very comfortable and character boat
Such passion and a lifetime of experience shared by Jay the skipper, the consummate host.
Fishing, pot pulling,birding, history, snorkelling,eating,drinking.
Great crew, Great food. Great experience.
Thank you
Michael and Mirella
Such passion and a lifetime of experience shared by Jay the skipper, the consummate host.
Fishing, pot pulling,birding, history, snorkelling,eating,drinking.
Great crew, Great food. Great experience.
Thank you
Michael and Mirella
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494stevenh
05/04/2023
Hands down one of the best trips I’ve done. Ever. I can’t recommend this trip enough. I’ve done four small ship expeditions off the WA coast and this one was the best. The boat is the perfect size for the Abrolhos. Big enough to be stable and comfortable but small enough to get in and out of all the best places. So many activities every day and different options. Snorkel. Fish. Walk. Pull the cray pots. History tour. Take it easy and read a book. It’s up to you how much you lean in or out of the experience. What was an absolute standout was the skipper’s knowledge of the area - having lived and worked there his whole life - which have the whole trip an intimate insider perspective on the history and life on the islands. Brilliant crew who looked after us and made sure that we got the most out of every experience. Did I mention that I got to dive the 400 year old Batavia wreck?
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Denise R
04/04/2023
Bucket List Experience This was a bucket list moment for us. Expectations were high and we were not disappointed. We snorkelled the Batavia site, pulled crayfish pots, caught fish and walked around a number of islands.
The staff were excellent and Jay had many a story to tell. The food was outstanding, I couldn’t see how this cruise could possibly be any better.
The staff were excellent and Jay had many a story to tell. The food was outstanding, I couldn’t see how this cruise could possibly be any better.
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Tracy A
03/04/2023
Wildlife paradise Fantastic trip in a beautiful part of WA - so much to see. Very attentive staff with wonderful food! Amazing wildlife, snorkeling and walks and we got to dive on the Batavia wreck!
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scarymaryis50
03/04/2023
“Must Do” 5 Day Houtman Abrolhos Cruise Book this cruise. We spent 5 days floating about The Houtman Abrolhos enjoying good food, great snorkelling and good company. Jay and Sonia deliver a professional well organised arrival, departure and on board experience. Good food, crayfish ( 3 times a day, every day) freshly caught fish prepared oh so well by Ray the chef. The crew Tess, Lexi, Mahana, Chan, Amy, Jono, Liam, Scarlet (hope I haven’t forgotten anyone?) & skipper Jay are at all times friendly helpful and eager to share their knowledge of the wildlife above and below the water line. Jay’s local knowledge, stories and history of the area is second to none. Great coral and numerous fish at Coral Patches, a chance to snorkel the site of the Batavia shipwreck and numerous island walks (Island of the Angry Ghosts is a must Beacon Island) all of these things created a memorable truly unique experience. Worth every cent.
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Whether you’re curious about history, love fresh seafood, or simply want to explore one of Australia’s most remarkable island destinations — there’s a cruise for you.
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⚓ Shipwrecks & Wonders: Dive into the incredible story of the Batavia, guided walking tours, and interpretive history with our Guest Speaker .
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