ENCHANTING WOODY
I was told by the locals to keep this beautiful spot a secret, but truth is, I was quietly shocked that it has been off the radar for so long. How? Nestled far away in the south coast of Western Australia is Woody Island. This small, unruffled eco-playground 715km south-east of Perth, will add a touch of magic to any southern coastal adventure. It’s a perfect springboard to partake in simple outdoor activities both above and below sea level. It’s an island that would excite both young and old, plus the lazy wanderer.
The existence of the 240-hectare island almost seems like an ideal film location. Think Lord of The Flies, Gilligan’s Island, or perhaps a future instalment of hit TV series Survivor.
It’s not a bad place to be stranded on for a few days, either. It’s a perfect add-on to any Esperance trip, with the island a short 15km boat ride from the coast, located in the Southern Ocean. Woody, as it’s known by locals, is the sole island out of 105 islands and 1200 rocky outcrops that form the Recherche Archipelago that boasts woodlands, hence its very literal namesake. At face value, it’s dominated by bold colours: an untamed greenlit wilderness escape, surrounded by the big
