Margaret River

Nature & adventure

Enjoy an exciting and best value whale watching experience in Busselton, Augusta or Dunsborough. Cruise out into the pristine waters to see these lovable marine giants up close. Migrating humpback and southern right whales leave the cold, food rich Antarctic waters and begin arriving around June. Augusta, Busselton and Dunsborough are perfectly placed to view these spectacular wild animals as they make their way past, often stopping off for a rest and play. Geographe Bay, with its usually calm and sheltered waters, means a guided whale watching tour is the best way to see magnificent humpback and southern right whales up-close.

Start your full-day adventure with pickup from your hotel in Margaret River. You’ll then be driven to the wine-producing region to visit 3 award-winning boutique wineries. These wineries produce high-quality wines on a small scale, and you will often have the opportunity to meet the owners.  Embrace your inner-winemaker and get hands-on in an exclusive Wine Blending experience where you'll learn all about this vital stage of the wine-making process, before creating your own unique concoction of wine to enjoy with your lunch! Be treated to a delicious lunch at one of the region's highly-rated restaurants. Enjoy fabulous food, a beverage to wash it down with, and stunning views. You'll also swing into a local chocolate producer in the area, to tantalize your tastebuds with delicious tastings of the goodness they deliver. To round things off at the end of the day, you'll then visit a local micro-brewery, where you will have the opportunity to enjoy a range of delicious beers (own cost) and relax with your new crew of friends, and reminisce on an awesome day exploring the renowned Margaret River wine region! At the end of the tour, you’ll be dropped back to your accommodation in Margaret River with great memories and hopefully some delicious wine to enjoy too.

Discover the natural beauty of the Margaret River wine region on a full-day trip by comfortable bus. Stop along the way to enjoy morning tea (at your own expense) at Busselton Jetty. Visit one of the area's oldest breweries to have lunch and sample craft beer and cider. Sample some local wines, whilst gaining some industry insight on wine production with the opportunity to purchase Explore Margaret River’s natural attractions. Admire spectacular limestone formations and take a guided tour of Mammoth Cave. Drive through the Boranup Forest to Australia’s most southwesterly point, to find the Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse. Then head north up to the township of Margaret River for a brief stop to stroll the main street. After a fantastic day giving you a full taste of this wonderful region, it’s back to Perth with an en-route comfort stop arriving back in the evening.

Experience the delight of getting up close and personal with some of Australia's most magnificent birds of prey at Capes Raptor Centre, founded as Eagles Heritage. This vast sanctuary is dedicated to rehabilitating injured, orphaned, and displaced birds of prey, including eagles, hawks, falcons, and owls. Twice daily, visitors can witness awe-inspiring bird of prey encounters, where they can learn about the unique behaviours and adaptations of these majestic birds. Take a self-guided stroll through the tranquil native forest where you can meet an array of powerful and elusive birds of prey. Capes Raptor Centre is located 5 kilometres south of the Margaret River Townsite.

Explore Margaret River's wide diversity of attractions, including its finest boutique wineries and local produce on a small-group tour with hotel transfers. Get to know more about one of the world's youngest wine regions, known for its more "European" wine style, with wine tastings and a farm lunch. Start the day with a visit to a farm to enjoy a morning tea with scones (with jam and cream), local roasted coffee, and tea. Interact with alpacas and emus on the farm by hand-feeding them. Tickle your taste buds with premium chocolate from sustainable farms at Temper Temper. Next, head to an award-winning organic olive farm, in the heart of Margaret River for lakeside lunch. Also, sample their delicious olive oils and olive-based products. The highlight of the day are the visits to 3 handpicked, locally-owned wineries. Meet winemakers, get a glimpse into what happens behind the scenes in a working winery, and taste some fine wines.

Start your full-day adventure with pickup from your hotel in the Dunsborough/Busselton area. You’ll then be driven to the wine-producing region to visit 3 award-winning boutique wineries. These wineries produce high-quality wines on a small scale, and you will often have the opportunity to meet the owners or winemakers themselves. Embrace your inner-winemaker and get hands-on in our exclusive Wine Blending Experience where you'll learn all about this important stage of the winemaking process, before going headfirst into creating your own unique concoction! During the day you'll be treated to a delicious lunch at one of the regions' highly-rated restaurants. Enjoy fabulous food, a beverage to wash it down with, and stunning views. You'll also swing into a local chocolate producer in the area, to tantalise your tastebuds on with delicious tastings of the goodness they deliver. To round things off at the end of the day, you'll then visit a local micro-brewery, where you will have the opportunity to enjoy a range of delicious beers at your own cost and relax with your new crew of friends. Take the time to reminisce on an awesome day exploring the renowned Margaret River wine region. At the end of the tour, you’ll be dropped back to your accommodation with great memories and hopefully some delicious wine to enjoy too.

The historic Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse is situated at the most south-westerly point of Australia; the tip of a spectacular peninsula where the Southern and Indian Oceans meet. As the tallest lighthouse on mainland Australia, Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse is a must-see attraction. Prepare to take a trip through maritime history and learn how this famous landmark was constructed from local limestone in 1895. You will also learn how the site still functions as a vital working lighthouse for vessels navigating the treacherous cape. Your guided tour will take you to the top of the tower, where a vast seascape of crashing waves and wild rocky shoreline unfolds. Between the months of May and September whales are often sighted from the tower as they migrate along the coastline. The spectacular surroundings are also enhanced at this important heritage site by the beautifully restored keepers’ cottages.

A trip to the Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse and Lightkeepers’ Museum will reveal the fascinating maritime history of the Cape region. Easier than most lighthouses to climb, this lighthouse tower is accessible even for small children and is one of the most popular attractions in the Margaret River Region. 30-minute guided tours provide a fascinating insight into the functions of the working lighthouse and the history of the local area. From the top balcony, visitors are rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views of the Indian Ocean, Cape Naturaliste, Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park, and the beautiful Geographe Bay coastline. Housed within one of the original lightkeepers' cottages, the Lightkeepers’ Museum is an immersive experience sharing the captivating stories of maritime history, shipwrecks, and the dedicated individuals who have protected our coastline since 1904. The new observation platform at the base of the lighthouse tower also provides sweeping views of the ocean and Geographe Bay, making it ideal for snapping scenic photos.

Experience Margaret River’s great outdoors while tasting some of the region’s best wines and meeting the people who make them on a tour hosted by award winning local guide - Sean Blocksidge. This is the 'tour for people who don't do tours!" Rated as the best wine adventure tour in Australia. Includes canoeing, hiking, 4WD adventure and very special behind the scenes winery and lunch experience. Start the day with a canoe ride down a tranquil section of the Margaret River (you won't get wet or dirty). Then, head to the beach to see how winemakers relax – with a cup of coffee. Continue to an ancient waterhole/waterfall to spot freshwater marron. Taste local honey while reflecting on the area's Aboriginal history dating back more than 50,000 years. Next, stop for lunch at Fraser Gallop Estate. Get exclusive access to the vineyard and savour some of the best wines of the region paired with local produce while seated among barrels of aging wine. Finish your day with a 4WD adventure and a short guided walk on a section of the Cape to Cape Walk Track to admire the spectacular Wilyabrup Cliffs. With special government approval, ride on a 4WD track that offers stunning cliff-top views. Keep an eye out for dolphins, sharks, whales, kangaroos, eagles, and wildflowers (seasonal). Soak in the epic scenery and fresh breeze from the Indian Ocean before starting the return journey.

COFFEE ROASTERY TOUR AND TASTINGS We take you to a coffee roasting house where you can learn about the roasting process and discover the best ways to drink coffee. TOUR AND TASTINGS AT TWO WINERIES You can learn about wine making at two boutique wineries, have a guided tour of the barrel room and vineyards, learn the techniques and taste different styles of wine making in Margaret River. LUNCH AT BERRY FARM Enjoy fresh seasonal produce in a homecooked lunch at the delightful Berry Farm Cottage Cafe, followed by local liqueur and fortified wine tastings. You also have the opportunity to taste and purchase delicious local hand-made produce (jams, relishes, etc). ANCIENT KARRI FOREST Soak up the tranquil Boranup Forest, home to magnificent Karri trees and tune in to the sounds of the bush. Here you’ll spot orchids, native wildflowers, fairy wrens, lorikeets and sometimes kangaroos.