SUGGESTED TOUR ITINERARIES

 

This list of suggested tours has been prepared by the

Geographe Bay Tourism Association

 

A two hour drive south of Perth, Western Australia lies the sheltered shores of Geographe Bay and the Margaret River region. Voted one of the Top 10 places to visit in the world by Lonely Planet, the Margaret River region is famed for its breathtaking natural beauty.

Here you will experience the extraordinary. From the heights of the largest remaining Tuart forest in the world at the Ludlow Tuart Forest to the depths of Australia’s greatest artificial reef at the Busselton Jetty. Home to the vibrant towns of Busselton, Dunsborough, Yallingup, 30kms of pristine, white sandy beaches fringe the renowned Margaret River Wine Region to create the perfect playground.

 

PLEASE NOTE: The following prices are accurate as of 11/11/2014 and may be subject to availability and change.

Please also note that these operators may provide a special group rate when booked through Geographe Bay Tourism Association, so please use these prices as a guide only.

 

CELLAR D’OR WINERY TOUR $88pp* Full Day Tour

 Pick up and drop off to your accommodation

 Pre-booked wine tastings at 5 award winning Margaret River wineries

 Delicious platter lunch and beer tasting at a unique micro-brewery

 Top quality chocolate sampling

 Quality cheese and local produce tasting at renowned venue

 Visit the ever popular Natural Olive Oil Soap Factory

 Interesting and informative commentary by friendly and experienced tour guide

 

BUSHTUCKER CAVE & CANOE TOUR $95pp* 10am – 2pm

 Paddle through the river valley, past cliffs, caves, pioneer and indigenous sites by 2-5 seater canoes

 Full instruction and equipment provided

 Learn native medicine plant uses

 A refreshing swim in fresh, clear water

 Unique sites travellers rarely see

 Race for Margaret River wine

 Australian wild food/gourmet lunch

 Ancient Boogaloongar Island

 Ocean view walk

 

MARGIES BIG DAY OUT TOUR $95pp* Full Day Tour

 Pick up and drop off at your accommodation

 Tastings throughout the day

 Lunch at a fantastic local brewery

 Visit 3 wineries

 Visit 2 breweries

 Visit the Margaret River Chocolate Company and Margaret River Cheese Company

 

FOOD, CULTURE, CAVE & DIDGE TOUR $98pp* 3 Hour Tour

 

VOYAGER ESTATE TOURS $35 - $200pp* Various Times

 

CAPRICORN SEA KAYAKING $77pp* Various Times

 

NATURALISTE CHARTERS SUNSET CRUISE $90pp* 5pm – 7pm

 

•  Guided bushwalk with Koomal Dreaming to forage for native bush foods, plants and medicines

•  Learn about the six Noongar seasons and how this influences what is eaten.

•  Taste traditional foods and flavours around the campfire which can include kangaroo, emu, quandong, emu plum and saltbush.

•  Journey into Ngilgi Cave for dreaming stories and a unique didgeridoo experience using the awesome acoustics of the cave.

•  Discover the art of traditional fire lighting and tool making and participate in a didgeridoo music session.

•  Open air bus winding its way around Voyager Estate with a history in winemaking & viticulture as well as the people and personalities of Voyager.

•  Discover the Cape Dutch style architecture, vineyards and state of the art pump house, Australia’s largest underground cellar and the winery.

•  Guided tasting of the wines included ($35pp inc tour)

•  Set menu lunch at Voyager Estate Restaurant option ($75pp inc tour)

•  Voyager Discovery Menu experience with wines matched to 6 courses, as well as a bottle of wine to take home ($200pp inc tour)

•  Range of options available from 2 hour tours to half-day tours

•  Depart pristine Meelup Beach in Dunsborough to kayak along the stunning Geographe Bay past beautiful beaches and rocky headlands.

•  Great possibility of seeing dolphins and whales

•  Double “sit on top” kayaks, paddles, lifejackets and qualified experienced guides provided.

•  Relax and unwind on a sunset eco tour

•  Cruise the waters of Geographe Bay and watch the sun set over Cape Naturaliste

•  Search for dolphins and visit the seal colony

•  View amazing limestone cliffs, secluded bays and spectacular coastline

•  Fruit and antipasto platters provided

•  Fully licenced bar on board with beer, local wines, soft drink and water                    .…AND MORE!

 

 

These are just some examples of hundreds of tours and activity options in this region.

Here’s some more inspiration to get you thinking!

 

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•  Climb the lofty Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse, one of Australia’s last manned lighthouses and take in the incredible views over the Indian Ocean & national park.

•  Visit Ellensbrook historic homestead and get a feel for life as an early settler to the region as you visit the rooms of one of the first homes built in the area.

•  Shop up a storm in Fig Tree Lane in Busselton, home to quirky and unique boutique stores.

•  Take a leisurely ride through the forest (and even stop off for some wine!) with one of the great horse riding groups.

•  Go right to the source and treat yourself with a Millers Icecream from the dairy… can’t get much fresher!

•  Soar through the skies with Wild Blue Helicopters or Tiger Moth Adventure flights over the brilliant blues of Geographe Bay

•  Coffee addicts head to Yahava KoffeeWorks for tastings and their unique coffee experience… adventure in a cup!

•  Jump on the Jetty Train and visit the world famous Busselton Underwater Observatory

•  Hire some rods (or bring your own) and throw in a line at one of the scores of beaches and rockfishing spots along the coast, or try your luck in the river!

•  Catch the giants of the sea on a whale watching tour from Busselton or Dunsborough

•  Not into wine? Check out one of the cider, beer and spirit producers in the region… we even make vodka, rum and gin!

•  Play a round or two of golf at Busselton Golf Club

•  Join a Margaret River Photography tour and add to your portfolio with some of the best scenery in the world.

•  Wander a section of the Cape to Cape track – another tick for the bucket list!

•  Delve into the ancient depths of Ngilgi Cave and marvel at huge stone formations

•  Get lost at one of the crazy giant mazes and make up some teams for a challenge!

•  Visit stunning art galleries and showrooms and watch artisans create before your eyes.