Expert-Led Collie Mural & Heritage Tours
Be amazed along the award-winning Collie Mural Trail
An expansive outdoor gallery connecting Collie Town Mural Trail Tour with the 8000sqm Wellington Dam MEGA Mural, in an environment of beauty, peace and tranquility.
A leisurely stroll with a lot of soul, welcoming all ages and abilities to explore the Collie River Valley. To check availability for your private group tour, give Alison a call or text on 0427 981 187
Offering storytelling experiences in the Collie River Valley, Western Australia. Wander through the streets and alleys adorned with murals showcasing themes like the environment, Indigenous culture, and heritage by talented Western Australian artists.
Join our vibrant Mural Art community for a ninety-minute tour or extend your adventure with a peaceful five-hour picnic excursion in the picturesque Wellington National Park for viewing the award winning 8000smq mural by Guido Van Helten.
Nature and Art in One
OUR MURAL TOURS
Forest Explorers: Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can’t I just walk the Collie Mural Trail for free? A: A map shows you where the paint is; Alison shows you why it's there. As a participant artist on the Mural Trail (Mural #7 'Bones of Collie'. Alison shares the private stories of the artists, the hidden symbols you'll miss on your own, and the living heritage of the people and community depicted on these walls.
Q: What makes a Forest Explorers tour different from a standard walking tour? A: We specialize in storytelling. Alison is a veteran expedition leader for the Canning Stock Route, one of the world's most demanding tracks. We bring that same level of expert navigation, safety, and deep heritage knowledge to our 90-minute Collie walks. You aren't just getting a stroll; you're getting a masterclass in local history and street art from a professional explorer.
Q: Why do you limit your tours to small groups? A: We believe the best way to experience Collie is through conversation, not a megaphone/ear buds. By keeping our groups small and intimate, we ensure you can actually hear the stories, get the best photo angles without crowds in your shot, and have the flexibility to stop and look at a hidden alleyway mural, that larger groups would walk right past.
What is Wellington Dam Mega Mural? The Wellington Dam Mega-Mural "Reflections" is an incredible 8,000 square metre artwork by renowned artist Guido van Helten that spans the Wellington Dam wall. It's marketed as the largest dam mural in the southern hemisphere.
Q: Are your tours suitable for people who aren't "serious" hikers? Yes! Our Collie Town Mural and Heritage tours are designed to be accessible and easy-going. We walk at your pace. The goal isn't to clock up kilometers; it's to soak in the culture and the stories of our town. If you can walk a few town blocks, you’ll find our 90-minute tours a breeze
Guided tour: Alison will share much more about each mural artist and their style than what's in the brochure. You'll learn the deeper stories behind the artworks, Western Australia artists and discover hidden details. Gaining insights, you'd miss on your own.
Is the Mural Trail suitable for families?
Yes, the mural trail is very friendly to everyone in Collie and with a brand-new accessibility pathway from the Quarry to the Wellington Dam wall face and across the top of the wall which connects to the Bibbulmun Track and Wilman Bilya Trail, the gates to the wall open at 9am and close at 6pm situated in the Wellington National Park. Where the mural trail ends or begins
What do I need of the Mural Trail? A charged phone (excellent photo opportunity), hat and good walking shoes. See you soon
FAQ
GALLERY
Kaya (welcome) to a place where there is always something flowering in the Forest.
