The One Thing You Don't Want To Miss

The conditions in Geraldton are ideal for wind and kitesurfing, so much so that the city has earned the title as Australia's wind and kitesurfing capital. Several locations around the city are happy to welcome surfers of any skill level. One of the favorites is Coronation Beach, which boasts a bay for beginners and access to the open ocean for those with more confidence.

Other Fun Things To Do

• Tour the Abrolhos Islands-the southern most coral reef formation in the Indian Ocean-to view an incredible range of tropical and temperate marine life including birds, sea lions, dolphins, whales and the spectacular coral gardens.
• Explore the HMAS Sydney II Memorial featuring a silver dome constructed of 654 seagulls and the dramatic stele, which represents the bow of the lost ship.

Sporting Adventures

• Experience the thrill of sandboarding on the nearby high dunes.
• Dive the South Tomi, an illegal fishing boat that was sunk and now serves as an artificial reef and diving adventure.

Shopping For Bargains

In addition to two major shopping centers, Geraldton is home to a selection of local shops featuring everything from local olives and olive oil products to indigenous art and souvenirs. Be sure to stop by a local jeweler for Abrolhos pearls-the highly-prized black pearls are harvest from black-lipped oysters in the Abrolhos Islands archipelago.

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