Part 2 Australia best bits.... Esperance

Esperance

Esperance, roughly translated, is French for hope

This is one of my favourite places in Australia (I’ve pretty much been to most places in Oz). It benefits from a moderate Mediterranean climate all year round.

A Beautiful costal town, it has the most stunning scenery with squeaky white sand and turquoise water. There are 5 national parks around Esperance. The nearest being Cape Le Grand approx. 56 kilometers from the town centre. Its one of Western Australia's best know and most spectacular national parks. Famous for lucky Bay where you can witness the sight of kangaroos sunbathing on the beach! 

Lucky Bay is also set against a stunning seascape of 110 islands, called the Rechereche Archipelago. It actually earned the town the title of 'Bay of Isles'. Daily cruise tours operate around the islands and also take in the local wildlife.

A great scenic drive from the town centre is the 38km tourist loop called the Great Ocean Drive, taking in some of the most beautiful coastal scenery Australia has to offer. You can also view most of the 110 Islands from the comfort of your coach and frequent viewing points.

Between June to October southern right whales and hump back whales can be spotted hugging the coast line, preferring sheltered bays to give birth. You don’t need to take a boat trip for this, they really do get that close!!!


Most cruise companies offer pre bookable excursions to visit all the above mentioned, which I would highly recommend looking at before you sail.





Keep reading my blogs as more to come. Part 3 is Adelaide......


For information on cruises that feature these areas please visit www.cruiseclubuk.com