Christmas Gift Ideas – 2017

Christmas Gift Ideas 2017

We have over 200 great gift ideas for Christmas so here are our top 15 experiences for the perfect gift

GIFTS FOR HER

Surprise your mum, sister, daughter, or friend with an experience she'll never forget.  

SIP & SUP TOUR

FROM $155 PER ADULT

Perfect for anyone who has ever wanted to try paddle boarding... and loves wine tasting!

Enjoy a whole adventure tour experience at one of the region's best kept secrets, while learning to stand up paddle in the wilderness of the Blackwood National Park. No experience necessary – it’s easy! After Stand Up Paddling, visit a small family run winery to get the authentic Margaret River experience, then visit one of the larger iconic wineries to experience the amazing grounds and garden. We make your Margaret River adventure come to life in spectacular locations that are usually revealed only to locals.

PERTH MORNING TEA TOUR

FROM $35 PER ADULT

Start your day in Perth with a morning tea tour. Enjoy a coffee and some treats (included), with a dash of history, culture and arts.

The tour will explore the Heritage Precinct of Perth which includes the Perth Town Hall, St Georges Cathedral and The State Buildings. To start the tour, we will grab a coffee/tea at a popular local cafe (included) and enjoy a wonderfully re-purposed heritage space in a forgotten area. After a number of anecdotes and bit of a stroll, we will arrive for a tasty treat. Your friendly guide will then escort you to one of the most significant and newly refurbished buildings in Perth, the State Buildings. Enjoy a sample of Sue Lewis Chocolatiers finest work and hear from the expert chocolatiers. After the tour you are free to explore the new public spaces of the historical Cathedral Square and the brand new Elizabeth Quay. 

SWAN VALLEY WINE TOUR

FROM $84 PER ADULT

This tour is a food and wine lovers perfect day out!

Enjoy a full day of food and wine indulgence with our popular Swan Valley Wine Tour, which operates every day of the week except Tuesday and Thursday. The tours showcase the Swan Valley’s most exquisite wines and gourmet foods along with delicious treats from the local chocolate factory and other boutique providores. Wine tasting fees are inclusive of the booking price.

SWIM WITH WILD DOLPHINS

FROM $172 PER ADULT

A must do for any animal lover!

Live out your dream of swimming with wild dolphins with this amazing nature experience. Your adventure begins cruising Rockingham’s sheltered bays and islands in search of the 180 local dolphins before slowing down to let the dolphins know we are keen to play. Once the dolphins and passengers are ready, the skipper gives the command everyone’s been waiting for - Go!

WILLIE CREEK PEARL MASTER CLASS

FROM $65 PER ADULT

The most beautiful and valuable pearls in the world are grown in Western Australia and our live pearl harvests allow guests to have a truly unique experience, right in the heart of Perth city. This 1-hour tour will have you travelling back in time to an era of courageous men who lived a life of danger, fortune and adventure. Experience the wonder of a live pearl harvest and discover the secret life of the most precious Pearls in the world, from shell to showroom, including how pearls are valued and made into stunning jewellery. You'll also get to taste the subtle flavour of pearl meat from the Pinctada Maxima oyster, a true Broome delicacy, which is revered and sought after the world over.

DOLPHIN AND CANAL CRUISE

FROM $35 PER ADULT

The perfect gift for mum!

View spectacular wild dolphins, in their natural environment, on the pristine and calm inland Mandurah waterways, less than an hour south of Perth.

The one hour Dolphin and Scenic Canal Cruise visits the world-class Ocean Marina as well as the luxurious homes, with no expense spared, on the canals. The shallow waterways are the perfect place for dolphins to feed, rest and play. You may see them jumping from the water or sailing on the wake of the boat.

GIFTS FOR HIM

Looking for the perfect gift for him? Your search stops here. We've rounded up all the best Christmas gifts ideas of 2017. We have something for all types of guys - from the adventurer to the beer lover!

SKYDIVE ROTTNEST ISLAND

FROM $329 PER ADULT

Give the ultimate gift, he won't forget! Board the Geronimo aircraft and fly to jump altitude. Together with your Instructor, you will free fall at 200kms/hr for 20 seconds over stunning Rotto!

Your Instructor will deploy your parachute at 5,000ft and you then enjoy a spectacular 5-minute parachute ride, before landing on the beach alongside family and friends. Then it’s time to celebrate! Customers enjoy a free celebratory drink the Hotel Rottnest, while overlooking the ocean - skydiving is thirsty work!

PERTH SMALL BAR TOUR

FROM $55 PER ADULT

Perth locals will be surprised at how many hidden gems you discover on this tour!

Join this multi-award winning company whose tours are designed to be conversational, informative, engaging and entertaining. Perth's original and best small bar tour will have you walk a little, eat a little and drink a little as you weave your way through the city’s laneways. Join us to explore the city!

 

MARGARET RIVER BREWERY TOUR

FROM $110 PER ADULT

The perfect gift for the beer lover!

Visit Margaret River's world class micro-breweries and drink beer straight from the brewery tap it was made in. This tour starts later and finishes later, so you can sleep in or explore the Margaret River region in the morning. We believe alcohol tastes better after 12pm anyway.

ROTTNEST ISLAND BIKE AND FERRY COMBO

FROM $82 PER ADULT (departing from Fremantle)

How many Perth locals haven't been to Rottnest Island in years or ever? Change it with a fantastic Christmas present!

Enjoy a day you will never forget exploring the pristine nature and spectacular beaches of Rottnest Island. Discover the island’s incredible history and amazing marine life at your own pace on this self-guided tour which includes a bike, map and optional (but recommended) snorkelling gear.

JET BOAT ADVENTURE DUNSBOROUGH

FROM $99 PER ADULT

Explore the amazing coastline of Cape Naturaliste between Dunsborough and Canal Rocks. Departing from Dunsborough and taking in the sights of Curtis Bay (inaccessible by road), Castle Rock with its bright orange granite boulders, the pristine white sand at Meelup Beach, see some of the popular surf breaks, and the beautiful Eagle and Bunker Bays.

Along the way you may even see dolphins, fur seals, whales and a huge variety of birdlife. When you see the fascinating geology and stunning views, you'll understand why this is one of the most popular attractions in the Margaret River region.

GIFTS FOR KIDS

Finding cool and exciting gifts for kids can be quite a challenge! Check out our top suggestion which we know the kids will love.

NOSTALGIA BOX VIDEO GAME MUSEUM

FROM $16.50 PER ADULT

This is the perfect opportunity to share your childhood with your loved ones!

A day at The Nostalgia Box promises new experiences, a loving trip down memory lane, and a crash-course in the history of gaming.

They showcase around 100 consoles from the 1970s through to the 2000s.  This is a great way to go behind the scene and uncover the ‘making’ of present-day consoles as you make your way through the museum reading the stories of each  console. You are sure to find most if not all consoles from your childhood as well as many you’ve never even heard of. Replay favourite childhood games and also old games that are new to you in the gaming area.

CAVERSHAM WILDLIFE PARK

FROM $28 PER ADULT

The perfect family day out!

Spend the day at one of Perth’s most incredible attractions, showcasing the largest private collection of native wildlife in Western Australia. Hand-feed the kangaroos, join the interactive farm show, touch a possum or lizard, meet a wombat and have your photo taken with koalas. All shows, talks, photo opportunities and animal food are included in the entry fee.

LEARN TO SURF FOR KIDS

FROM $110 PER CHILD (4 LESSON PACKAGE)

Give a gift that your child can use for years to come, the ability to surf!

The lessons will take your child through ocean awareness, surf safety and surfing technique. All lessons are conducted in a safe and controlled environment making the class the perfect way to ease you into the sport of surfing

TREE TOP CLIMBING ADVENTURES

FROM $35 PER CHILD

Join Australia’s premier treetop adventure ropes experience. Lane Poole Adventure Parks features a number of exciting and challenging obstacle courses high up in the tree canopy, that will have all the family swinging, leaping, climbing and flying through the forest – allowing thrill seekers and nature enthusiasts to experience the trees like never before.

Still can't decide? Give a gift voucher and let them pick their favourite experience!