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Adventure World is currently closed for the winter period, with the new season launching on Thursday September 25 2014. Early Bird Season Passes will be on sale soon – follow ‘Adventure World – Official Page’ on Facebook for updates!
If you missed out on riding the powerful ABYSS last summer, be prepared to take on the $12M world class roller coaster this season! Boasting the latest and most advanced ride technology in Australia, Abyss reaches -1 to 4.5 G-Forces – a thrust greater than that experienced during a space shuttle launch. Billed as Australia’s most thrilling rollercoaster, Abyss is the single largest investment at Adventure World since it launched in 1982 and features a unique 10 storey high vertical lift, a more than vertical 100 feet drop, giant G-Force turns and head spinning twists as well a secret dark ride section.
Adventure World is home to over 30 unique attractions including water rides, water slides and thrill rides. The medieval-themed ‘Dragon’s Kingdom’ is an enchanting land of the cutest little dragons, over-sized flowers and fairies. With 6 rides, swimming pools, water slides and an aqua splash zone dedicated to the youngest adventurers, Dragon’s Kingdom is unique in Western Australia.
The award-winning Kahuna Falls is one of Australia’s largest rain fortresses boasting a 1000 litre tipping bucket and over 100 interactive water-play features.
Just 18 minutes from Perth and only 15 minutes from Fremantle, there's something for the entire family. Adventure World is a 100 per cent smoke free venue!
You pay just one entry fee, then ride all day for free.
Gift Vouchers valid for 12 months are on sale now and Group Bookings can be made for next season! Visit www.adventureworld.net.au or call the office on 9417 9666 for details.
Remember: Children under 4 years old enter FREE!
Welcome to the Fremantle Markets! Established in 1897, the Fremantle Markets are much more than a must see destination. They are an icon; an enticing collection of all that makes Fremantle so fantastic. Watch the eclectic mix of locals and tourists. Smell the unique aromas of fresh produce and exotic flavours. See the fascinating fusion of music, art and culture.
Experience over 100 years of remarkable heritage, and sense the atmosphere that is distinctly Fremantle.
‘Step inside and do time’ at Fremantle Prison, one of Western Australia\'s premier visitor attractions.
The Prison was built by convicts in the 1850s and was continually used as a place of incarceration and punishment for almost 140 years. Decommissioned as an operating maximum-security gaol in 1991, the empty prison with its thick limestone walls, solitary cells and gallows is a monument to a system of punishment that is uncomfortably recent.
Visitors are entertained daily by experienced guides on Prison Day Tours that run every 30 minutes between 10am and 5pm.
Adventurous visitors can explore the labyrinth of tunnels 20m beneath the Prison by foot and by boat on a Tunnel Tour from 9am daily.
Brave visitors can delve into the darker side of the Prison’s history on a spooky Torchlight Tour every Wednesday and Friday evening.
Tour Prices:
Prison Day Tour - adult $17.50 child $9
Tunnels Tour - adult $59 child $39
Torchlight Tour - adult $23 child $13
Skydive Express operates a world class skydiving centre, located one hours drive east of Perth in the lush Avon Valley near the historical & tourist town of York. It capitalises on Western Australia’s great weather, un-congested airspace and open farmlands. Comprising a purpose built 1,000 m² air conditioned complex and private airfield, it includes a café, swimming pool, sauna and licensed bar. Two aircraft that are customised for skydiving and numerous parachute systems are an integral part of the business. The professionalism of its operations and exceptional customer service has led Skydive Express to the forefront of skydiving in Western Australia and to be acknowledged with many tourism awards.
Kings Park and Botanic Garden is visited by millions of people each year. With its remarkable expanses of unique bushland, tranquil parkland and botanic garden, the park is the most popular visitor destination in Western Australia.
The total area of the park is 400.6 hectares and is located adjacent to the Swan River, approximately 1.5 km from the Central Business District of Perth.
Kings Park and Botanic Garden overlooks the Swan River and Darling Range and showcases an outstanding collection of Western Australia flora. It is a popular place for picnics, pleasant walks, cultural and ceremonial events.
The sprawling white beaches in Perth are sensational - this one tends to be particularly popular. Regular swimmers, picnicking families and sun-bakers frequent Cottlesloe. It also offers a wonderful choice of locations to watch the sunset. Enjoy spectacular views across the Indian Ocean from one of the many cafes and restaurants along Marine Parade or from a tranquil spot on the sand. At the southern end of the beach, a reasonably sheltered reef proves a great spot for snorkelling. The main beach area has showers and toilets.
The modern zoo is much more than a place to go and see animals. Perth Zoo is dedicated to conservation and all that entails. Research at Perth Zoo links directly into the conservation of native and exotic species to ensure the survival of species in the wild and the continued good health of our animals. Find out what Perth Zoo is doing to help animals and the environment.
Since 1984, Adventure Out Australia has been WA’s outdoor adventure specialists, promoting individual and team achievement through fun experiential learning, focusing on the outdoors.
With corporate team development programs, recreational abseiling, rock climbing and white water rafting trips, and school outdoor education camps on offer, Adventure Out guarantee an unforgettable experience that may change your life!
Some of our activities are available to disabled people.
The Academy offers a wide range of tailor made beginners first jumps skydiving courses and Freefall Tandem jumps at what we consider to be the best locations throughout the state of Western Australia.
The Pinjarra Drop Zone: Enjoys spectacular aerial views along the WA coast. The view ranges from beyond the city of Perth, out to Rottnest Island, Garden Island and as far south as Bunbury and jumping is available 7 days a week throughout the year. A visit to the dropzone is strongly recommended to enable us to show you around the training facility. This is so you can meet the people you are about to do the most exciting thing in your life with and most importantly to see some parachutes in the sky before doing your first jump.
If you want to add excitement and adventure to your life then you\'ve come to the right place. Rivergods are WA\'s leading paddle adventure people, providing training, tours, hire, classes and team events. We have the best equipment and by far the most experience with local conditions on both ocean and rivers.
Owner Tom Suffling spent most of his childhood joined to a kayak, has been paddling all the local areas for over 30 years and has had a major role in the introduction of commercial rafting and sea kayaking to WA. Also with his background in biology you can be sure every trip will be safe, enjoyable and even educational.
We have trips for the adventurer, the environmentalist, beginners and pros. There\'s something for everyone at Rivergods. So get out there, get wet and have some fun.
Discover how the world really works at Scitech, Perth’s original hands-on science centre. Twist, turn, crank, pull, touch and explore: Scitech has exhibitions, programs and shows for the whole family. Experience out-of-this-world space shows in Horizon – the Planetarium, turn on your imagination at the fantastic puppet theatre for the little ones, enjoy explosive live science shows in the Lotterywest Theatre, interact with over 100 hands-on exhibits, and check out the incredible feature exhibitions.
Lovers of old buildings will be inspired by the free style interpretation of classical architecture evident in the Fremantle Town Hall. Home to the tourist office on the ground floor, it is a great spot to start your walking tour of Fremantle. The Italian-style architecture was designed by the well-known Melbourne architects Grainger and D'Ebro with a richly decorated tower and steep mansard roof, the building also features a black swan which is the emblem of Western Australia. Officially opened in 1887, it has been fully restored to its original grandeur.
Fremantle is a thriving cultural hub with a diversity of beautiful buildings with richly decorated façades. Wander the streets and enjoy historic sites such as the Roundhouse, Fremantle Prison and The Markets.
Just a thirty minute drive or train ride from the City, Fremantle Town Hall is an important icon of Western Australia’s history.
The Fremantle War Memorial, located at Monument Hill in Fremantle, is surrounded by beautiful rose gardens and well maintained lawns. It offers almost 360-degree views of Fremantle, and is an ideal vantage point to look out over Fremantle Harbour and Garden Island.
Take some time out to relax on the lawns and enjoy the view whilst you reflect the true meaning of the memorial and appreciate the meaningful architecture.
Designed by architects J F Allen and C H Nicholas, it is constructed out of Toodyay Stone and was built and unveiled in 1928. A time capsule was placed in the monument on the day of unveiling.
Surrounded by an eleven acre reserve, the main memorial is encircled on three sides by eight smaller memorials. The memorial commemorates World War I and II, the Korean War, Malayan Emergency and Vietnam War.