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Wilderness Island in Exmouth Gulf WA

Wilderness Island in Exmouth Gulf WA for the Worlds Best Fishing and Wilderness Experience

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  • A Peaceful Afternoon Fishing On the Banks of the Creek

    A Peaceful Afternoon Fishing On the Banks of the Creek

    A Peaceful Afternoon Fishing On the Banks of the Creek
  • As Featured on Two Episodes of "Fishing Australia" with Rob Paxevanos - See Video Clips Below Right

    As Featured on Two Episodes of "Fishing Australia" with Rob Paxevanos - See Video Clips Below Right

    As Featured on Two Episodes of "Fishing Australia" with Rob Paxevanos - See Video Clips Below Right
  • The Two of You, Together, Forever, Just the Two of You...

    The Two of You, Together, Forever, Just the Two of You...

    The Two of You, Together, Forever, Just the Two of You...
  • Exmouth Gulf and Wilderness Island... the Land of a Thousand Stunning Sunsets...

    Exmouth Gulf and Wilderness Island... the Land of a Thousand Stunning Sunsets...

    Exmouth Gulf and Wilderness Island... the Land of a Thousand Stunning Sunsets...
  • The Stars at Night Are BRILLIANT... See Them Breaking Through at Dusk...

    The Stars at Night Are BRILLIANT... See Them Breaking Through at Dusk...

    The Stars at Night Are BRILLIANT... See Them Breaking Through at Dusk...
  • In the Afterglow, Basking and Reminiscing on a Balmy Evening.

    In the Afterglow, Basking and Reminiscing on a Balmy Evening.

    In the Afterglow, Basking and Reminiscing on a Balmy Evening.
  • However You Spend Your Day it's at Your Pace.

    However You Spend Your Day it's at Your Pace.

    However You Spend Your Day it's at Your Pace.
  • Ahhh the Serenity...

    Ahhh the Serenity...

    Ahhh the Serenity...
  • The Secluded & Private Island Getaway Safari Cabins

    The Secluded & Private Island Getaway Safari Cabins

    The Secluded & Private Island Getaway Safari Cabins

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Wilderness Island - "Where the World Has Paused"

Wilderness Island is a fishing and ecological paradise in Exmouth Gulf in North West Australia that offers small groups an exclusive and unforgettable experience on their own private island.


In an untouched environment fishermen, families and nature lovers alike can enjoy the beauty of the Island and its surrounding waters and experience a range of activities such as fishing, whale watching, snorkelling, kayaking, bird watching, exploring, star gazing or just simply relaxing.


Read Here For the Latest Stories, Catches & Nature Lovers News!

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The Butler Family’s Holiday Log

No way was Linda going to the island. Fishing, blokes and the outback, I think not! I'd become enchanted by the place ever since I'd started helping Jim and Harry really put the island on the map. Not that they'd had any shortage of media coverage, quite the contrary. The Island had been featured …
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Emergency Wine & Beer Drop…

Although not technically a family the bond and comraderie of this group captured the family unit well. See as they have an emergency drop flown in otherwise it was a dry camp. A recent bunch of good business buddies showed their resourcefulness on their "Corporate …
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A Recent Family Adventure At Wilderness

The sorts of adventures people have when they come to Wilderness Island @ Exmouth, WA. The McKinnon & Nguyen Charter: David & Julie (The McKinnon's) Hung, Joakim & Martin (Kim's family) Jim (host) Kim (helper) Mike (fishing guide) Maria (woofer) Getting over the island was a …
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the best flats for fly fishing in Australia – “Fishing Wild”

the best flats for fly fishing in Australia – “Fishing Wild”

After spending time based out of a new lodge set up in the shallow waters of Exmouth Gulf, Peter Morse was so impressed, he described the area as containing “the best flats for fly fishing in Australia”. Another national magazine feature - This by "Fishing Wild" - One of the most impressive …
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not every day you catch a snake…

not every day you catch a snake…

It's not every day you catch a snake instead of a fish. This is a sea snake that was accidentally caught while we were out fishing one day. Unfortunately they sometimes take a bait that is intended for a fish. They can be a little tricky to get off the hook sometimes as they are a bit annoyed and …
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A Wish Come True… Wilderness Island…

A feature article in the RM Williams "Outback" Oct/Nov 2010 written by Dion Isaacson. Great photo's too Dion, nice work as usual. Thought we'd better publish it on the site. When Jim Alston was convalescing after an accident, he dreamt of living on a deserted island, Robinson Crusoe-Style, and …
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Hanging With MOTHER NATURE

Another "rave review".  Featured in the Skywest Out-There in flight magazine, photo's and article by Dion Isaacson. We're always getting rave reviews from everyone who comes to the island. Read and make a comment at the bottom of the post. You probably haven’t heard about Wilderness Island, but …
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Discover the Wilderness – New Qantas Flights to Exmouth

We picked up this special being run by Qantas, thought you might like to know. Just tell your wife your going to the shed, so you can take that spontaneous fishing adventure you've always wanted, she'll never know. Or wifey, just tell him you need time out and you're going to your sisters for …
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Wicked Wilderness Island

A feature on us in "Snagged - Western Australia's Fishing Magazine" - December 2010 publication. Wilderness Island on the eastern side of Exmouth Gulf is a great place for a visit because you can catch so many different types of fish that are right at your feet. This article is about one of my …
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“Just Add Water” Feature from Channel 9

See Michael Thomson (Thommo) from Channel Nine's "Just Add Water" in action on Wilderness Island. "Thommo" was there for a visit with 2 of his sons, James and Sam. Right from the shallows in front of the lodge and on the first cast with a popper Thommo hooked something large, and you should see …
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Video of a Mangrove Jack at Wilderness Island

Mangrove Jack at Wilderness Island - Scotty Coghlan from Western Angler hooked a good size (2kg+) mangrove jack on fly and egged it right next to the boat and see the video to see what happens next... httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c81adwWa0BE …
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Kayak Fishing in Exmouth Western Australia

Here's a great adventure video of Kayak Fishing in Exmouth Western Australia made by Brett Ozanne of Yakfishwests on his 2010 Exmouth Fishing Safari See this great video on the merits of kayak fishing adventures - httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iy4xABskBaY …
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Wilderness Island against Western Angler

The eastern side of Exmouth Gulf seems to be one area of our vast coastline that’s still relatively unknown to most folk, seemingly swathed in mystery and spoken of in hushed tones by those who have been there. Very little has been written about it in the fishing press over the years, and I for …
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Testimonials, Tales & Client Raves

"One of the best fishing trips I've ever been on: a truly unique experience with the best flats fishing in Australia...I'll be back." - Rob Paxevanos, Host of "Fishing Australia".
"The best flats for fly fishing in Australia" - Peter Morse, Angler & Writer for "Fishing Wild"
The best light tackle sports fishing I have ever done. Fantastic place! - Russell Waterman, "Western Angler"
Thanks for such a great experience. This was one of the best holidays I’ve ever had! But it has ruined my enjoyment of fishing in Perth forever… I’ll be back. - Paul Tuchwell

Wilderness Video Adventures

“Just Add Water” Feature Video

Harry Butler & Rob Paxevanos

Harry Goes In For The BIG Cod


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