Albany Southwest Wilderness Day Tour - Fly From Perth
11 hours
From AUD $1899
Historic harbour town on the south coast — granite headlands, the Bibbulmun’s end and whale history.
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Next 7 days at Albany
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Best time to visit Albany
Based on 30 years of weather data. Sweet spot: Aug, Sep, Oct — mild temperatures, low rainfall and plenty of sun. Avoid Mar, Apr if you can — typically the wettest or hottest stretch of the year.
Jan
36°
12° low
24mm
Feb
33°
13° low
24mm
Mar
34°
12° low
39mm
Apr
31°
11° low
55mm
May
26°
10° low
66mm
Jun
23°
9° low
94mm
Jul
21°
8° low
94mm
Aug
23°
8° low
93mm
Sep
25°
8° low
78mm
Oct
28°
9° low
53mm
Nov
33°
10° low
46mm
Dec
34°
11° low
33mm
Daytime high (large) · overnight low (small) · monthly rainfall (blue bar). Climate normals: 1991–2020 from Open-Meteo's ERA5 reanalysis.
Beach & ocean conditions at Albany
Typical wave height around 2.6 m over the next two weeks. a wetsuit makes winter swims much more pleasant.
Sea temp · winter
10.5°C
Avg wave height
2.6 m
Sea-surface temperatures from Open-Meteo's ERA5 reanalysis. Wave forecast from the GFS Wave model — check official sources before swimming, paddling or boating.
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Frequently asked about Albany
- Where is Albany?
- Albany is in Great Southern, Western Australia, Australia. The destination guide above maps the area; the drive-times panel further down lists distances to other Western Australia destinations so you can pencil it into a longer itinerary.
- When is the best time to visit Albany?
- Based on 30 years of climate data, the most comfortable months at Albany are typically October, August, September — milder temperatures, lower rainfall, and longer sunshine hours. April tends to be the trickiest month weather-wise. School holiday weeks (Easter, late June–early July, late September, mid-December–late January) get busy and prices rise, so shoulder season is usually the sweet spot if you're flexible.
- What's the weather like in Albany?
- Summer daytime highs average around 36°C and winter overnight lows can drop to about 8°C. Annual rainfall sits at roughly 699 mm spread across the year. The climate panel above breaks every month down — daytime high, overnight low, monthly rain, sunny days — so you can match the trip to the weather you want.
- Where can I stay near Albany?
- We list 7 caravan and holiday parks in and around Albany above — powered sites, cabins, glamping, and big-rig-friendly options. Pet rules, dump points and shaded sites are noted on each park's page. For hotel-style stays, the Drive Times panel makes it easy to base yourself in a nearby town and day-trip in.
- How many days should I spend at Albany?
- Most travellers spend a day at Albany to cover the highlights without rushing. There are 4 bookable tours and experiences, 0 attractions and 0+ named viewpoints/landmarks listed for the area on this page — plenty to fill a weekend, more if you slow down and explore the outer reaches.
- Is Albany good for families with kids?
- Albany is generally suited to families — outdoor space, accommodation options for all budgets, and a slower pace away from the major cities. The "What else is around" panel above lists everything nearby; if a museum, aquarium or wildlife park is what your kids want, check the closest larger town for those.
- Is there public transport at Albany?
- Coverage varies — major destinations have train and bus links from the closest capital, but smaller regional towns rely on infrequent coach services. The most reliable way to explore the wider area is a hire car or your own vehicle. If you're using public transport, plan around the timetables and check the night before you travel; rural routes are often once or twice a day.
- How much does a trip to Albany cost?
- Budget travellers can do Albany on roughly $120–180 per person per day (caravan park, cooking your own, free walks); mid-range $200–350 (hotel, paid attractions, eating out once a day); higher-end $400+ (boutique stays, tours, fine dining). Fuel is the big variable — Australia's regional driving distances add up. Tours and attractions in the listings above show prices in AUD where the operator publishes them.
- Will I have phone signal at Albany?
- Most named destinations in Western Australia have at least Telstra and Optus coverage in town. Coverage drops off quickly outside built-up areas — particularly in national parks, valleys and along long stretches of highway. If you're heading into remote areas, download offline maps before you leave, tell someone your itinerary, and consider a PLB (personal locator beacon) for serious bush walks.
