About this tour
This six-hour adventure combines seaplane flight and boat exploration of Western Australia's Horizontal Falls near Derby. Depart from your hotel for a scenic flight over tidal flats and King Sound, touching down in Talbot Bay's sheltered waters. The afternoon brings a speedboat run through the dramatic tidal falls themselves, then a gentler creek cruise where you'll watch sharks feed from a marine platform and swim in protected waters. Lunch and hot drinks included.
Highlights
- Seaplane flight over Derby's remote coastal landscape
- Speedboat passage through roaring Horizontal Falls
- Shark feeding demonstration from viewing platform
- Swim in calm Talbot Bay marine enclosure
- Scenic creek and bay cruises with wildlife viewing
- Barbecue lunch with tea and coffee
What to expect
The day starts with hotel collection and transfer to the airfield for your seaplane briefing. You'll fly low over tidal flats and King Sound before landing in Talbot Bay's protected waters. Once aboard the speedboat, expect a thrilling run through the Horizontal Falls themselves—these massive tidal movements create powerful currents and dramatic water movement. The pace then slows for a relaxed drift through surrounding creeks and bays. You'll watch sharks respond to feeding from the safety of a moored platform, then have time to swim in designated areas. Lunch happens mid-tour.
Good to know
Closed shoes required; no thongs. Weight limit 120 kg per person; you'll be weighed at the airport. Declare dietary needs at booking. Pregnant women beyond 26 weeks should consult their doctor. Children aged 4+ welcome with supervising adult. Tours may be cancelled or rescheduled due to weather or sea conditions.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.