Bay of Fires Travels - Your 1 STOP guide to Bay of Fires

In Australia the great outdoors is more than just a place for weekend recreation. It is a way of life. Even city dwellers enjoy easy access to beaches, bushland and national parks. Blessed with one of the best climates in the world, Australians love to hike, camp, surf and sail.

Be fascinated by this sandstone mountain that rises 348 meters above the surrounding plain. The first European to name landmarks in the area was Ernest Giles in 1872. Describing the Olgas as 'monstrous pink haystacks' he named them after Queen Olga of Wurttemberg.

A scene of incomparable natural beauty lying beneath beguiling, clear blue waters. World Heritage listed, it encompasses more than 1000 islands and 2,900 individual reefs, and shelters 1,500 species of fish and 400 species of coral. It is unimaginably vast, stretching more than 2000 kilometers.

Central Australia lies not only in the heart of Australia, it lies in the hearts of Australians. In its heart lies one of the most significant icons of Aboriginal and Australian culture.  The town of Alice Springs started its development when 19th century pioneers opened up the Australian interior for settlement.

Separated from the mainland by a narrow channel, Fraser Island is the largest sand island on Earth and an ecological masterpiece. Vast tracts of sand dunes with deep midnight blue freshwater lakes trapped 700 feet (212 meters) above sea level are balanced with lush rainforest and surrounded by endless white beaches.

Once the busiest station in Western Australia the Loopline was the major form of transport for miners at the turn of the century. Today ride the 'Rattler' for an hour long commentated journey around the Golden Mile. Train departs Boulder City Railway Station Burt Street.

Wild World is a tropical zoo showcasing Australian animals, only 20 minutes north of Cairns. It consists of six hectares (15 acres) of landscaped Australian gardens displaying Australia's unique animals. It's not only a fun and educational experience for kids, but an enlightening and funny adventure for adults too.

Led by an experienced guide, go underground to the original mine workings and witness the life of miners at the turn of the century. Back on top ride the surface railway around the seven hectare site featuring restored historic buildings and their displays, and mining machinery. Watch the unique method of refining gold in the Gold Pour demonstration.

A gold prospecting package can be purchased from Kalgoorlie-Boulder Tourist Centre. Visitors can spend 1 day or a week camping on the lease, situated 18km from Kalgoorlie- Boulder. Metal detectors are also available for hire from Kalgoorlie-Boulder Tourist Centre.