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Mahomets beach is only metres from the Ocean West units and is one of Geraldton's most popular beaches. Be it for fishing, swimming, water sports or just lazing on the sand, the beach provides for perfect relaxation. ~ close this window ~ Geraldton's many and varied beaches provide excellent conditions for the whole gambit of sailing activities. Areas range from huge expanses of flat water for slalom sailing inside the reefs, to smooth rolling waves with forgiving falls and an absence of shore-breaks for the intermediate sailor. When the swell cranks in there are some big waves available for the serious port tack wave hunters. Windsurfing is hugely popular in Geraldton as the conditions are ideal all year round for this exciting water sport: it is so reliable that most days you are guaranteed an awesome sail. In fact, Geraldton is regarded as one of the best windsurfing locations in the world with the best wind conditions around November to April. The strongest breezes occur mid summer and are ideal for high-speed slalom racing. Geraldton's windiest locations are Point Moore, and St Georges Beach. Both offer ideal slalom sailing for beginners in the morning. Late morning and afternoon for advanced. Surfing is also enjoyed along this part of the West Australian coast. Popular surfing locations include Coronation, Medallia, Pages, Point Moore, Separation Point, Sunset and St Georges beaches. Diving charters are also available, which explore the Batavia shipwreck. Water-ski hire, from beginners to experts, is also available locally. Geraldton's main surfing beach is the Back Beach (Mahomets Beach), which has a shore break, and is directly opposite Ocean West. For pure fun you can also enjoy parasailing, hire catamarans or canoes, or have a go on a sea biscuit! ~ close this window ~ Geraldton has two golf clubs ... so bring those clubs with you on your break in the Mid West! Geraldton also boasts a modern Aquatic Centre with several heated indoor and outdoor pools - the centre also provides sporting facilities for a wide range of games both indoor and outdoor, including basketball, netball, tennis, hockey, cricket and soccer. If a more leisurely sport is your thing, there are two lawn bowling clubs to choose from. Spalding Park is a recreation area with a children's adventure playground and facilities for barbecues and picnics. ~ close this window ~ Historical attractions of the area include:
~ close this window ~ Geraldton has a wide range of restaurants with fine dining and seafood a speciality. World cuisines are well represented with Thai, Chinese, Italian and Mexican food on offer. There are many cafes for that European feel. Geraldton Entertainment Centre provides world-class live entertainment for all ages, including pantomimes at Christmas. Our cinema complex has 4 screens for the latest in celluloid classics. ~ close this window ~ Fishing, diving, snorkling and whale watching (in season) are just some of the tours that can be arranged from Geraldton. You can catch tropical fish while deep sea fishing, dive on the shipwreck of the Batavia or snorkel among the coral and reef fish in the amazing underwater world of the Abrolhos Islands. If the air is more your style, you can charter scenic flights over the Abrolhos Islands: you can even have your first flying lesson when the instructors allow you to be at the controls. For more details, see the Shine Aviation website. ~ close this window ~ The Geraldton region has two wineries:
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More detailed information can be found on the Geraldton Tourist Information website. ~ close this window ~ HOME : Facilities & Pricing : Amenities & Attractions : |
