Can you snorkel in Dampier?

Can you snorkel in Dampier?

The islands of the Dampier Archipelago, including Gidley, are perfect for diving, snorkelling, camping, beachcombing and fishing.

How do I get to Dampier Archipelago?

Getting to Dampier Archipelago A range of boat cruises available with local operators who can take you on a memorable day out on the warm waters off the coast of Dampier to discover some of the 150 beaches surrounding the 42 islands that make up the archipelago.

How far is Dampier Archipelago?

around 45 km
The Dampier Archipelago islands are located around 45 km out from the town of Dampier, in the Pilbara region, Western Australia.

What is the population of Dampier?

1,104
Dampier, Western Australia

What is Dampier Salt used for?

The vast majority goes to the chemical industry, where it’s used as feedstock in the production of caustic soda and chlorine, which in turn are used in the manufacture of such everyday things as PVC, aluminium, pulp and paper, textiles, detergents and pharmaceuticals.

Where can I fish in Dampier?

The best land based fishing spots in Dampier are along the western side of the Burup Peninsula. Most cars can get as far as Witnell Bay and Hearsons Cove. Further north a four wheel drive is required, there are some great rocky headlands to fish for Emperor, Cod, Queenfish and Trevally.

What is Dampier known for?

Built by Hamersley Iron in 1965, Dampier is the largest tonnage shipping port in Australia and houses the massive export facilities of Hamersley Iron, Dampier Salt and the North West Gas Shelf Project.

What is Rio Tinto salt used for?

The majority of the salt Rio Tinto produces is used by the chemical industry, where it helps make materials like glass, paper, plastics, textiles and even soaps and detergents. Some of our salt is also used to process foods and de-ice roads.

What is the Dampier Archipelago?

The Dampier Archipelago, in the Pilbara region of WA, is a coastal wonderland comprising of 42 islands and islets off the coast of Dampier and Point Samson. These islands offer excellent opportunities for boating, fishing, snorkelling, camping and other recreational activities.

What to do in the Dampier islands?

The islands of the Dampier Archipelago, including Gidley, are perfect for diving, snorkelling, camping, beachcombing and fishing. Read More… Read More…

Where can I find boat ramps on Dampier?

Public boat ramps are located at Dampier, Karratha Back Beach, Johns Creek, Point Samson and Cossack. There are no facilities on the islands. We recognise and acknowledge Aboriginal people as the traditional custodians of Dampier Archipelago.

Who was the first European to visit the Dampier islands?

European heritage Although the islands now known as the Dampier Archipelago appeared on a chart drawn in 1628 for the Dutch East India Company the first recorded European to visit to the Dampier Archipelago was Englishman William Dampier aboard the Cygnet in 1688.