Adventure World
- A great fun day out. Pay the entry fee and then pay no more to
enjoy all the activities inside, consisting of carnival rides, and
water slides along with a massive swimming pool. Try to avoid school
holidays and weekends however. Located in the suburb of Bibra Lake.
Closed from May to September.
www.adventureworld.net.au |
Bungee West
- A tall bungee tower right next door to Adventure World.
info@bungeewest.com |
Off Road Motor Bike Hire - get in quick before the govenment decide to ban another fun activity as they dictate what is and isn't safe for you to do.
http://www.dirtbikehire.com.au |
Archery - There are several places for public and groups to try there aim
http://www.archerywa.com.au |
Ten Pin Bowling
- There are a number of ten pin bowling alleys around the suburbs
and one in the city centre.
http://www.ozbowl.com/states/western-australia.asp |
Ice Skating
- There is one ice rink open in Perth at this time - Cockburn Ice Arena (olympic size) about 15 mins south of Perth in Cockburn. Another rink is currently being built in Malaga, north of Perth, using Icemat 2 technology (not synthetic as rumoured) and due for opening around mid Oct/ Nov 2008.
http://www.perthicearena.com/index.html (Under construction - incomplete)
http://www.cockburnicearena.com.au
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Roller Skating
- There are a number of roller skating rinks to choose from around
the suburbs.
http://www.morleyrollerdrome.com.au |
Scenic and Aerobatic flights
- Available at Jandakot Airport. Here you can have a go at flying a plane and also experience the
excitement of aerobatics, or just take a scenic flight..
http://www.airaustralia.net/c-profile.htm |
Boat hire
- Boats are available for hire in various locations around Perth, but certain conditions may apply in some cases with the introduction of stricter boating regulations.
http://www.ecef.com.au/auto/boat/Western-Australia |
Horse hire
- There are a number of different horse hire establishments to choose
from both escorted and unescorted, however please keep in mind that
horses are animals, not machines, they cannot run continuously without
rest. Some people seem to forget that. Please look after them.
http://home.iprimus.com.au/ronsridingranch |
Paint Ball
- This is a good game for encouraging team cooperation. A game of
soldiers with paint instead of bullets. (Some protective clothing
required) There are several locations to choose from. One example below.
http://www.paintballistics.com.au |
Laser combat
- Not unlike paintball but with lasers. There are indoor and outdoor locations around Perth which is a lot of fun for adults and children, without the pain of paintball.
http://www.waltn.net/arena/arena.php |
Go-cart hire
- There are a few go cart hire establishments throughout the suburbs. Two very good ones at Cockburn and Wanneroo.
http://www.kartshop.com.au |
Golf
- There are a number of golf courses throughout the suburbs. Among
them a few world class courses. In my experience, with our golfing
clients, the favourite course is Joondalup.
http://www.australiagolfholidays.com.au/golf-courses |
Mini Golf
- Not as popular as it once was, but there are still some places that cater for the mini golf enthusiast, a good one below.
http://www.botanicgolf.com.au |
Indoor Rock Climbing
- There are a few places where you can try indoor rock climbing.
They cater for all levels of ability. You need a partner for this.
http://www.climbing.com.au/directory/directory.php?page=wa.htm |
Bike hire
- Push bikes are a fun way to take in your surroundings in more detail than a car and with greater benefits to your health and the health of the environment.
http://www.dpi.wa.gov.au/mediaFiles/cycling_bikehhire.pdf |
Pool & Snooker
- There are a number of these halls to choose from throughout the
suburbs.
http://www.pbcentre.com.au |
Kwinana Motorplex - Wednesday nights, street cars, public can bring in their cars
for legal drag races. Friday night-speedway, Saturday night-drag
racing. (Not on in winter or wet conditions for the drag racing.)
Located between Anketell Rd & Thomas Rd, Kwinana Beach.
http://www.motorplex.com.au |
Gloucester Park - Harness racing or commonly called "the trots" People
racing horses in carts for those unfamiliar with this sport. (Gambling
involved) Located near the city centre.
http://www.harness.org.au/wa/wata.htm |
Cannington Greyhound Racing
- Dog racing. (Gambling involved) Located in Cannington.
http://www.greyhoundswa.com.au/ |
M C Motorsport
- Test your motoring skills on the course, as an individual or group.
http://www.dtec.com.au/mc-motorsport/index.htm |
Horse Racing
- Galloping, Ascot Race Course in summer, Belmont Race Course in
winter. (Gambling also involved.)
http://www.perthracing.com.au/index.aspx |
SCUBA Diving -
Hire of equipment for the experienced is available along with escorted
expeditions including swimming with dolphins. Lessons available.
http://www.divingfrontiers.com.au/gearhire.htm |
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