Dirk Hartog Island

Dirk Hartog Island was the first piece of Australia visited by Europeans when Captain Dirk Hartog arrived on the 'Eendracht' on October 25,1616.  He announced his arrival by nailing an inscribed pewter plate to a wooden post at the site now known as Cape Inscription.  A replica of this plate can be seen at the Shark Bay World Heritage Discover and Visitor Centre.

Dirk Hartog is the largest island in Western Australia and or those who like a little seclusion, Dirk Hartog offers a peaceful retreat of beautiful scenery and private white sandy beaches. 

Fishing is also very good from and around the island. Dirk Hartog Island is home to some of the most amazing cliff fishing in Australia, game fishing, particularly on the relatively unexplored deapths of the west coast part of the island and year round sport fishing.

Scuba diving, snorkeling and walking are also great ways to explore Dirk Hartog Islands and the surrounds.

Air or boat tours and accommodation need to be prearranged and bookings are essential. For booking details and other information about getting to and around Dirk Hartog Island and for overnighting on the island contact the contact the Shark Bay World Heritage Discovery and Visitor Centre on +61 8 9948 1590 or visit their website.