On the South West Coast of WA, stretching from Busselton to Augusta, the most south westerly point in Australia, Margaret River Region presents an abundance of activities, vantage points, vineyards, beaches, caves and adventure walks for the traveller who loves to do more than one thing in a day.
Attractions
Take a deep sea adventure without getting wet by walking the Busselton Jetty. Extending almost 2 kilometres into Geographe Bay, the Busselton Jetty also has an underwater observatory that takes you deep below the surface offshore. A short drive from Augusta reside the largest open-to-the-public cave in WA, Jewel Cave. Three chambers inhabit the cave system, providing a ‘Where’s Walley’ experience in palaeontology as you search for stalagmites, stalactites, fossils, coral and helectites. The Ngilgi Cave is a Karst cave system displaying crystal formations, enhanced by colourful, psychedelic lighting. A paradise for surfers, grab some waves in the Indian Ocean at Surfers Point Prevelly or Surfers Point Break. The region produces a staggering 20% of Australia’s premium wine, with over 90 cellar doors open for tours and tastings.
Stay
Bettenays Lakeside Spa Apartment & Vineyard Villas are in the heart of the Margaret River Wine Region and are ideal for families or loved up couples. Stay in your lakeside spa apartment or 2 or 3 bed lakeview villa in the surrounds of a 132 acre farm with 25 acres of vines. Closer to the coast Regency Beach Club in Dunsborough is luxury beachfront accommodation on the shores of Geogrophe Bay within walking distance of the town and postcard landscapes. Further inland, Margaret River Retreat promises a sustainable stay with ecotourism certified glamping and self contained studio accommodation.
Dine
Night time dining choices abound in the main Margaret River Region towns of Busselton, Dunsborough, Yallingup, Margaret River and Augusta. Karridale Tavern & Roadhouse set in the forest serves up bar and bistro food. Enjoy a stone-fired pizza or home-made scone in the café of The Grove Distillery & Brewery following tasting of liqueurs and spirits. The Knotting Hill Vineyard provides tapas and platters of cheeses, bread and salamis from its deck overlooking the lake teeming with marron and silver perch.
