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exmouth, western australia

www.wildernessisland.holiday

The bestPRIVATE ISLAND GETAWAYPRIVATE ISLAND GETAWAY

in the world!

(...AND the best fishing in Australia!)

Wilderness Island Where The World Has Paused Where The World Has Paused

“Another amazing week in paradise, my 5th time and by no way my last! Can’t wait to return!!” Brett Ozanne


Need to get away?

Wilderness Island is an ecological paradise in Exmouth Gulf in North WesternAustralia. We offer small groups an exclusive and unforgettable experience on their own private island. In an untouched environment, fishermen, families and nature lovers alike can enjoy the beauty of the Island and its surrounding waters. You can experience a range of activities such as fishing, mud crabbing, whale watching, wildlife walks, snorkelling, kayaking, bird watching, exploring, stargazing or simply relaxing within the peaceful natural setting. The Island offers an exclusive adventure holiday for up to 12 guests. The limited number of people ensures you get to experience the very best of the island and its surrounds in a peaceful and relaxed environment. You will have access to pristine reef and beach environments including some of the best fishing on offer in Australia.

PRIVATE CABINSOur cabins cater for a market that is more discerning in their holiday experience. Each cabin has an en-suite adding a touch of bush luxury to your Wilderness Island experience.

The most tranquil remote private island getaway The most tranquil remote private island getaway Accommodation

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Our cabins cater to those who want the “wilderness experience” but also some creature comforts. The simple comfortable beach front accommodation makes Wilderness Island ideal for that close to nature experience without having to forgo any small luxuries.The island is catered for with the freshest of seafood, a well-stocked larder if you’re not into seafood, and all manner of creature comforts to make your time on Wilderness Island a memorable life experience.

The private secluded cabins all feature uninterrupted ocean views and comfortable sleeping arrangements either for couples or twin share. All feature huge furnished decks for you to relax on and enjoy the serenity.Our beachfront bathroom ,we believe, is one of the best showers in the world.Built into the cliff face you can relax in a hot salt water shower or bath as you watch the sunset as the beach laps at the doorway. It is simply magical and a “must try” experience.

The whole camp is set up around people interacting with each other. We have no TV, no crowds and no busy schedules here. Relax at night after a home cooked meal with a crazy crab race, a board game, or an island story or two, allowing you to take a deep breath and reconnect with yourself, your friends or your family.


Can you picture yourself here?

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Those that are drawn to the Wilderness Island experience will see the natural beauty of the island. Its seclusion and freedom from modern-day living is part of its appeal. The island is a natural sweep of white sand and rocky headlands that is home to turtles, kangaroos and numerous bird species. The pristine waters host an unimaginable variety of marine life including whales, dugongs, manta rays, turtles, dolphins and a myriad of fish species. The island is only 24 miles from Exmouth but with only boat and air access, you will feel like you are a million miles from anywhere.

Marine Eco ToursWith its protected waters and abundant marine life the Exmouth Gulf offers a unique opportunity to view some of Mother Nature’s most amazing and beautiful creatures. At Wilderness Island we will take you on a marine eco tour to view whales, turtles, dugongs, dolphins, manta rays and stingrays. At Wil-derness Island we will take all guests (staying 3-nights or 6-nights) on a complimentary 2-hour marine eco tour to view whales (seasonal) du-gongs, dolphins, manta rays & stingrays (weather permitting.) You can also explore deserted is-lands where you can go for a swim in the crystal clear waters. We have recently discovered some fantastic caves which make for some exciting un-derwater exploration. For five months between July and November, humpback whales and their calves visit the Exmouth Gulf on their annual migration. During this period, Exmouth Gulf has one of the highest concentrations of Humpback Whales on the planet.


Spend Your Time… At Wilderness Island, you have all this adventure right on your doorstep At Wilderness Island, you have all this adventure right on your doorstep

Do you need to reconnect?

The small island offers you a true wilderness experience. With stairs directly from the camp down to the beach, you will find it easy to go exploring the unspoilt nature of Wilderness Island. Take a leisurely stroll, keeping an eye out for kangaroos, goannas and bush turkeys and watch for mud crabs, sharks and rays basking in the shallows. Numerous species of birds call the island home including galahs, corellas, honey-eaters, zebra finches and splendid fairy wrens. White breasted sea eagles and ospreys constantly hunt and roost around the camp. Kayaks, paddle boards and snorkelling equipment are available for your use and are the perfect way to explore the waters of the Exmouth Gulf and the mangrove system surrounding the island. Why not take one out to the coral bombies where you can see a myriad of fish and sea creatures. Maybe you will see some of our resident Queensland Gropers. One is around 65kg. Wilderness Island is one of the few places left, not interrupted by artificial lights. This makes the southern hemisphere at night, one of the most outstanding scenes you will come across. Sitting around the campfire, gazing up at the Milky Way and the sky is an unforgettable sight.


Book the Whole Island!Book the Whole Island!It’s what dreams are made of!It’s what dreams are made of!

Stay for 3-nights, 6-nights or longer…Imagine being on your own private Island and waking up to the sound of the ocean lapping at your doorstep, surrounded by the best Mother Nature has to offer. Then, imagine sharing this with your loved ones, where together and in your own time you can explore the Island and its natural beauty.

Hire a boat and go fishing, diving, snorkelling or exploring nearby islands. Snorkel off the rocks by morning and by afternoon eat fresh oyters off the rocks. Take a yoga mat and do a yoga session off your private balcony overlooking the ocean while the kids search for crazy crabs or SUP in the bay nearby.The possibilities are endless!


Family Reset and Reconnect Family Reset and Reconnect Because family is everything!Because family is everything!

Bring the whole family!At Wilderness Island we treasure precious family time and appreciate that everyone leads busy lives. The Island is the perfect family escape to reconnect with loved ones and enjoy each other’s company, while exploring the Island and its surrounds. Our round table dinners also mean that everyone can come together and chat about their days (we’re a bit old fashioned like that!) Family activities include….

On Wilderness Island we encourage you to leave the technology at home! Our activities on the Island include the likes of fishing, swimming, snorkelling, stand-up paddle boarding, mud crabbing, fish feeding, crazy crab races and nightly board/card games.

You are welcome to bring extra entertainment but we do NOT have a television on the Island, allowing you and your family to switch off from it all.


No busy beaches or noisy crowds!

Fishing ‘The business end of the trip’‘The business end of the trip’

“One of the best fishi

ng

trips I’ve ever been on:

a truly unique experience

with the best flats

fishing in Australia...

I’ll be back.”

Rob Paxevanos (Fishing Australia)

Check out our website

for our packages

and prices. www.wildernessisland.holiday

Wilderness Island is an isolated Island located within the huge mangrove system on the east side of Exmouth Gulf in North-Western Australia. With fantastic fishing beginning right at the water’s edge, Wilderness Island offers some of the most amazing fishing anywhere in Australia. Giant Trevally, Giant Herring, Snapper, Mangrove Jack, Barramundi, Spanish Mackerel, 1m+ Queenfish, Long-tail Tuna, Cod, Bluebone, Coral Trout and Golden Trevally are some of over 52 species of fish you will encounter. As the seasons move through the year so too do the fish species, each as exciting as the last. Wilderness Island offers a multitude of fishing experiences from beginner to fly fishermen and everyone in between. You can even bring your own boat if you want to do your own thing. Our philosophy on Wilderness Island is to keep the Exmouth Gulf a healthy and well-managed environment, therefore our policy is catch and release. No fish are taken away from the island although we do keep some for the table.It’s just our little way of protecting this amazing fishery.

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Our PhilosophyAbout usAbout us

From the Chairperson – North West Cape Exmouth Aboriginal Corporation (NWEAC) After consultation over many years, it is with pleasure that the custodian for the area, Mr Syd Dale and his son, John Dale recognise and support the project Wilderness Island. The efforts of Jamie Alston, ‘Wirda’ (young fella or boy) have been accepted and endorsed. The future partnership is a continuing activity to our association. Over 104 years his family have had an association with the indigenous

aboriginal people of the area and surrounding region. The continuing relationship that has developed since the inception of Wilderness Island, We endorse

and approve. 23./02/.2008 Custodian: Mr Syd Dale (Maja Boss)

23./03/.2008 Custodian: Mr John Dale

At Wilderness Island, we live with nature and understand that it must be protected for future generations. Our philosophy is to be as gentle as possible on the environment. We live in close proximity to the wildlife on the island and in the water and respect that it is their home first. Our environmental management practices include: Producing our own water from solar operated water makers, sustainable fishing measures, we never allow any fish to be taken from the area, we use local produce as much as possible and even grow some of our own. We use solar power as much as possible and recycle grey water for use around the grounds.

The Team

Jim grew up on nearby ‘Yanrey Station’ where his family has lived for the last 5 generations. Jim has spent the last decade building Wilderness Island with the help of his long-time friend “Harry” Butler. The island was given to Jim by the custodian for the area, Mr Syd Dale. Jim has been passed on the responsibility of ‘caretaker’ for the island and eastern Gulf region. We respect the history of the land here and take this responsibility and honour very seriously.

Kim arrived from Denmark (Europe) in 2010 and she and Jim now run the island together with a small tight knit crew. At Wilderness Island you are welcomed as part of the family. Our knowledge of the area we live in is second to none and your comfort, safety and fun is our top priority.


Where is Wilderness Island?The Island is located in the Exmouth Gulf, 21 miles from the town of Exmouth, which is situated 1300 kms north of Perthin the north-west of Western Australia.

How do I get to Wilderness Island?From Exmouth you will be transferred to the island by plane. There is no direct access from the mainland. The plane trip takes about 20 minutes from Learmonth Airport.

How many guests can stay on Wilderness Island?The maximum number of guests is 12 people which makes the Island very exclusive.

What is the recommended stay duration?Due to the vastness and diversity of the fishing and tidal influence on the area, we recommend a 3-day or 6-day package in order to take full advantage of this fantastic location. Please contact us directly if you would like to arrange to visit us in the off season.

Can I bring my own boat?Yes, we have moorings available for your use, the boat trip takes just over an hour, depending on the weather.

How big and what type?4.2 – 6 metre boats are ideal for accessing our areas. We recommend nothing bigger than 8 metres unless you are going to do dedicated offshore fishing. Anything larger will have trouble accessing our areas. We also don’t recommend bringing a fibreglass boat if you intend boating in less than 2 metres of water.

Do You Hire Boats?Yes we have different sized boats available for hire while on the Island.

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When to visit?The most popular months to visit The most popular months to visit

Contact Mobile 0409 430 688

[email protected]

Our Websitewww.wildernessisland.holiday

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It’s the end of our cyclone season around the end of March. The summer heat is backing o� and the water temperature is perfect. The warm waters are perfect for swimming, snorkeling, kayaking and fishing. We have steady breezes, an average of 362 days of sunshine and average winter temperatures of 28ºc.

Due to the vastness and diversity of the fishing and the tidal influence on the area, we recommend a 5 day package in order to take full advantage of this fantastic location.

We will transfer you to the island either by boat or plane. There is no direct access from the mainland.

Just you, the island and your own personalspace in nature.

Just you, the island and your own personalspace in nature.

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When is the best time to come?The season runs from April to October/November. Weather wise April to September are the best times but the warmer months are better for fishing. If you are interested in whale watching the Humpback whale season in the Exmouth Gulf is from late July to November.

Are children welcome?We recommend children come from 4 years old and above. It’s a great place for kids.

Do you have 240volt power? Yes, charging facilities for your electronic devices are available in the main camp. However, we do have limited power so please leave your hairdryer and curling irons at home.

Do you have phone reception?Yes, we do have mobile phone reception.

What to bring?The following are essential…• Beach towel• Small torch/head torch• Hat• Sunglasses (we recommend polarized)• Reef shoes• Spray jacket• Warm clothes for evenings (it can get cold in winter)• Sunscreen• Personal insect repellent (if you suffer from mozzie or sandfly bites we recommend vitamin B1 (Betamin), you can purchase this from your local Chemist)• Long sleeves (for fishing & protection from sun & sandflies)• Light long pants (for fishing & protection from sun & sandflies)• Personal water bottle to take with you everywhere.• Your favourite music• Your camera - your photo opportunities will be endless!



What baggage can I bring?1 soft overnight bag and no more than 10kg personal baggage for plane transfers.

Can I take fish home?Sorry, we promote “catch and release” here and don’t allow people to take fish with them. You can eat your fresh catch here though. It’s our way of protecting this amazing fishery.

What fish will I catch?The Exmouth Gulf enjoys an abundant and varied marine life and you will hook a range of fantastic eating and sport fish.

What fishing gear should I bring?Rods & Reels:- 2-4kg light spin outfit suitable for casting ultra light lures for bream, flathead etc- Spin or bait-caster suitable for 20lb braid for Queenies or soft plastics for creek fishing.- Spin outfit 50lb + for GTs and bigger fish- Trolling outfit 10kgsLures:- Small minnows + small poppas for bream, flathead- Middle sized poppas (80mm) roosta’s + large for GTs- Minnows (100mm – 190mm) 1m-3m (scorpions or laserpro)- Soft plastic 5/0 hook size + ½ + ¾ OZ heads- Lead head jigs, small and large

Food on Wilderness Island;Meals at Wilderness Island are all about bringing people together. We love our cooking and are lucky enough to be able to provide meals of the freshest seafood (often caught that day) or the freshest local produce. A coal fired BBQ, pizza oven and paella stand on the Island plus Jim’s culinary expertise after growing up on a station means you will always have a delicious, wholesome homecooked meal.We are happy to cater for individual dietary requirements.



Ready to visit?Ready to visit?

Our warm waters are perfect for swimming, snorkeling, kayaking and fishing. We have steady breezes, an average of 362 days of sunshine and average winter temperatures of 28ºc, so why not book a visit and experience Wilderness Island?

Contact us to book your stay! Bookings & Enquiries;Richard Bennett0419 946 [email protected]

Visit us at www.wildernessisland.holiday or on social media;

facebook.com/WildernessIsland

instagram.com/wilderness_island

Island Contact;Jim Alston0409 430 688

Wilderness Island, Exmouth WA

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