HorIzontal Falls , Derby

After some thought we decided to take a trip to what is often described as an experience of a lifetime on the seaplane adventure to the Horizontal Falls. We flew from Derby on board the seaplane and flew over the coast and tidal mud flats to Talbot Bay. After a cuppa we boarded the fast boat equipped with FOUR 300:hp outboards , to experience an exhilarating thrill of many passes back and forth through the Horizontal Falls. The falls form due to the tidal passages of water into and out of the bay via two narrow openings in the cliffs. Due to the immense tidal surges which occur approximately every 6 hours, the level in one area will be higher than the other ,they will gradually equalise in depth and for a brief moment both side will be equal and then the reverse tidal surge will gradually commence-such an amazing concept. After our ride we cruised around the untouched bays and creeks . We were then shown our individual accommodation complete with a window overlooking the bay , perfect to view the moon from during the night. Dinner was a barramundi BBQ with salad eaten whilst we watched the sunset over Talbot Bay. Breakfast was followed by another few rides through the falls. We boarded our seaplane for a low level flight over the breath taking sight of the Buccaneer Archipelago-the coastline which is dotted with numerous islands and landforms in so many shapes and sizes. Wow factor unbelievable +++Read more