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Forest Explorers
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Embrace connections with the wild, the wonderful, and the local with Forest Explorers. Offering premium small-group tours through Western Australia's heart, Forest Explorers specialises in Wildflower Walks, Mural and Heritage Taphouse Tours, Canning Stock Route (CSR) Tagalong 4WD Expeditions, and Trail Transfers.
Award winning guide Alison shares a deep passion for nature, heritage, and culture. Using her extensive local knowledge to bring the Collie and beyond landscapes to life. Wildflower Tours range from 90 minutes to five hours, following iconic trails bursting with vibrant Southwest color.
The 90-minute Collie Town Mural Tour features over 30 murals in an outdoor gallery exploring local streets and alleys. Tours also visit the breathtaking 8,000 sqm Wellington Dam mural by Guido Van Helten within stunning Wellington National Park.
Along the refurbished Throssell Street precinct, you will be in awe of grand 1900s buildings and stories of the past. Tours conveniently depart from opposite the historic Collie Fields Hotel. Contact Alison at Forest Explorers for distinctive, unique outdoor experiences that connect you with the spirit of the Southwest.
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Available Tours
Ferguson Valley Explorer
Escape on a boutique day tour through the romantic Ferguson Valley—perfect for couples or a group of four. We'll collect you from your accommodation and meander through ancient escarpments, peaceful vineyards, and shaded Jarrah forests rich in Noongar heritage. Wander whimsical Gnomesville, take in the grandeur of the Wellington Dam mega mural, and discover local secrets from a guide deeply involved in the Collie Mural Trail. Enjoy a gourmet picnic beneath Peppermint trees at Honeymoon Pool or relax at the Dam kiosk. The day ends with scenic wine tastings at Green Door and Willow Bridge Estate—ideal for lingering over breathtaking views together.
Collie Wildflower Experience
Discover the beauty, stories, and biodiversity of the Collie River Valley on a small-group Wildflower Discovery Experience with Forest Explorers. Led by local guide Alison, this relaxed two-hour journey takes you into the heart of the Jarrah Forest to explore seasonal wildflowers, fascinating fungi, native wildlife, and the intricate relationships between plants and their pollinators. Along the way, uncover stories of the landscape, timber heritage, Noongar connections to Country, and the unique ecosystems that make the Southwest one of the world's biodiversity hotspots. Designed for all ages and most fitness levels, the experience follows a combination of accessible pathways and gentle bush tracks (Grades 1–3), making it ideal for families, couples, solo travellers, photographers, and nature lovers. Keep an eye out for the striking Red-tailed Black Cockatoo, enjoy opportunities for photography, and take time to reconnect with nature at a slower pace. Departing daily from the Collie Visitor Centre, this immersive nature experience offers a deeper understanding of the Collie landscapes. What to Bring: Comfortable walking shoes, hat, water bottle, sun protection, any required medication, light rain jacket, camera, and a sense of curiosity. Transport to and from the tour location is available.
Canning Stock Route 4WD Tagalong Tour
The 2027 Canning Stock Route four-wheel drive expedition tour delivers a dynamic landscape experience full of heritage, culture, fauna and flora. Traversing four Western Australian deserts in twenty-two days of exciting four-wheel drive adventure. The tour is led by two repeat CSR experienced four-wheel drivers, outback travellers and industry colleague, Steve Melvin and his wife Alison. Steven is a knowledgeable bushman and avid explorer with a mechanical, electrical, farming and mining background. He holds experience in management, leadership and project coordination. Alison is a professional tour guide who runs her own business, Forest Explorers, in Collie. Both are keen explorers and campers, members of the local volunteering community groups, and hold current first aid certificates.
Wellington National Park - Jabitj Trail
Experience visual bliss and mindful immersion in Wellington National Park wildflowers, below the Jarrah and Marri trees as we share local knowledge of the landscape. Watch, wait and listen for stunning Red Robins song, Wrens, Wambengers, Chuditch, Quenda, Brushtail Possums, and Woylies. Numerous opportunities for fantastic photos of wildflowers and wildlife, this tour is perfect for nature and photography enthusiasts.
Collie Mural Town Tour
Embark on a fascinating walk along the award-winning outdoor art gallery in Collie, Western Australia. Engage with Mural Art narratives suitable for all ages, emphasizing environmental and indigenous themes. It is recommended to wear comfortable footwear, and bring a camera, a hat, and a water bottle for the walking tour.
Collie Premium Taphouse Tour – Heritage & Tastings
Step into Collie's colourful past and savour the flavours of today on their Collie Taphouse Tour – Premium Heritage & Tastings— small group experiences blending rich stories, local produce, and exclusive moments. Wander along the heritage-rich Throssell Street, starting on the beautifully restored 1913 railway footbridge. With your expert local guide, explore the transformation of this iconic street — once the bustling heart of Collie's Coal & Power days.
Wellington Dam Mural
Discover the Wellington Dam Commentary Tour with Forest Explorers, a guided journey through one of Western Australia's most remarkable outdoor attractions. Explore the breathtaking 8,000sqm mural by Guido Van Helten, set within the stunning surrounds of Wellington National Park. This immersive walking experience reveals the stories behind the artwork while celebrating the region's natural landscapes and cultural depth.
Taphouse Tour
The Taphouse Tour is the ultimate Collie Pub Heritage Taphouse Tour. Step back in time and immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant culture of Collie with this small-group tour experience! Traverse the newly refurbished Throssell Street in Collie, Western Australia, and embark on a journey through Collie's unique pub heritage, filled with stories of triumph, camaraderie, and the essence of local life.
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156 Throssell Street
Collie WA 6225