Frequently Asked Questions
Q Where do we meet for the tours - Forest Explorers will collaborate with you via phone, message or email.
Wildflower Tours - depart at the Collie Visitor Centre 156 Throssell Street in the carpark at the western end. We have a silver 4WD Toyota. You can travel with us Max 4 or follow in your own vehicle.
Mural Town Walking Tour 90min - departing the Wagon 82 Forest Street, Collie.
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Q Can I take my wheelchair/mobility equipment on the trails. - Yes, Collie has the paved trails and non-paved trails. Forest Explorers Town Mural Trail Tour is paved. 2km west of Collie we have the Karak Trail also paved. Wildflower and mural tours are offered across our Collie region that are wheelchair accessibility friendly. We have an outstanding soon to be completed accessibility trail being constructed at the Wellington Dam Mural, a wonderful access of Guido Van Helton's Mega Mural named "Reflections" - exciting times for all.
Q How is payment collected - Forest Explorers booking system is on our website and we collaborate closely with Rezdy and Bookeasy. We also offer a square device card reader, Unity Bank Collie bank deposit or Cash. Trail Transfers we like to book those in very early to avoid disappointment and to keep the trial transfer's open to all trail users.
Q Are Snakes on the trails - No not usually, our footsteps create too much noise.
They hear us and are long gone or hidden before we arrive. Forest Explorers carry's a First Aid Snake Bite pack.
Q Does Collie have wildflowers - We sure do and they are as diverse and stunning as all of Western Australian Wildflower's .Our Wildflower walks are 1.5km long situated 3km west of Collie. The wildflower walks are conduct on Grade 1 pavement and Grade three trails, some walking fitness required. You can also find these Collie Wambenger Walks on the Trails WA Website.
The Jabitj Trail in the Wellington National Park is longer at 3km.The WNP is 31km west of Collie. This is a grade three and more rocks to traverse, we offer delicious cookies and fresh fruits.
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​Q How many spare tyres do you need for the Canning Stock Route? Planning & Preparation for the Canning Stock Route is extensive, and we support you prior & along the way as do other Western Australis 4wd tagalong tour guides. Forest Explorers takes one spare and one skin. We run our tyres on low psi of between 15 - 20 cold. We trust our tyres as they have strong walls now days. Being on tour for 22 days we take it slow and have had one flat trye out of our five expeditions.
Q. Is the Canning Stock Route very challenging? Yes & No. Our tour is 22 days from Wiluna to Halls Creek in the Kimberley - crossing a variety of rock,900 plus sand dunes and corrugations, though the comradery, views, sunsets, sunrises and wildlife make up for the partially rough track. It really is a magnificently spiritual country. With qualified and returning experienced tour guides we are here to support you & your 4wd vehicles journey. Isolated but not alone.
