Indulge yourself with a visit to the local wineries and restaurants. Try the local produce of chocolates, cheeses, olive oil, ice cream, fudge, chutenies and flavoursome sauces. Take a stroll along Gnarabup Beach. Explore the local gardens and browse the shops in Margaret River township. Or, just sit back and watch the world go by from the seclusion of your balcony at the Margaret River Ocean Break beach house.
Regional Activities
It is only a short, scenic drive to many of the outstanding sights to see the natural splendour that makes the Margaret River region one of Australia’s most popular tourist destinations.
Marvel at the sweeping panorama of the many magnificent coastlines and pristine beaches, world famous surfing locations, magical forests, ancient underground caves and other attractions unique to the area - all right there on your doorstep.
Caves
Spend a day visiting the local caves.
Jewel Cave - located near Cape Hamelin. This recent discovery offers guided adventure tours.
Mammoth Cave - a 15 minute drive South down Caves Rd takes you there.
Lake Cave - this guided cave with cafe is only 4 kms South of Mammoth Cave.
Open only on school holidays and long weekends.
Ngilgi Cave - located near Yallingup.
Caveworks - interpretive centre for the caves in the Cape-Naturaliste region.
Wineries
Tour the WA wineries that produce some of the world’s best wines.
Brookland Valley Estate - a 15 minute drive North from Margaret River town to this wonderful winery.
Xanadu - a short drive south of town.
Cullens - just past Gracetown North from Margaret River along Caves Rd.
Voyager Estate - along Stevens Rd near Leeuwin Estate.
Vasse Felix - located on the corner of Harmans Road South & Caves Road, Cowaramup.
Leeuwin Estate - home of the annual Leeuwin Estate Concert with famous International artists.
Watershed - visit their gourmet cafe and restaurant, Cnr Bussell Highway & Darch Road, Margaret River.
Palandri - a short drive North along Bussell Highway, near Cowaramup.
Driftwood Estate - 20 minutes North along Caves Rd.
Amberley Estate - near Yallingup along Wildwood Rd.
Clairault - found along Caves Rd, Wilyabrup.
Tours
Feel like being shown around? Then try a local tour.
Whale Watching Cruise - take a scenic winter cruise to the local whale grounds for some spectacular sights.
Adventure Tour - includes the Whale Cruise, Jewel Cave and Lighthouse tours.
Horse Back Tours - view the regions amazing countryside from horseback.
Augusta River Cruise - tour along Augusta’s Blackwood River - runs twice a day.
Yallingup Camel Safaris - from September until Easter, for a tour with a difference.
Winery Tour - appreciate the region’s wines and avoid driving yourself.
Gardens and Forests
Explore the many magical gardens, mazes and mystical natural forests.
Boranup Maze - great for morning tea, picnics and letting the kids burn up some energy in a safe environment.
Karri Forest - visit the giant karri forests.
Country Life Farm - interactive farm for children to view and feed animals such as the alpaca and kangaroo.
Rotary Park - a picture perfect picnic spot complete with playground, historical museum and kangaroos.
Beaches and Bays
After some sun and surf? Visit some of WA’s most spectacular beaches.
Hamelin Bay - an 8km beach located off Caves Road. Great for snorkeling.
Granny Pool - a great sheltered rock pool for a private and relaxing swim.
Meelup Beach - a great swimming spot near Dunsborough.
Gnarabup Beach - 5 minutes walk from your Ocean Break Beach House with cafe and boat ramp.
Contos Beach - Scenic beach with crystal blue water and a freshwater spring.
Surf Spots
Hit the world-class surfing breaks.
Main Break - world renowned surf spot at Surfers Point.
Bombie - just off Gnarabup Beach.
Boodjidup - near Gas Bay.
Rivermouth - located at the end of Rivermouth Rd.
The Womb - at the end of Ellenbrook Rd.
The Box - just south of The Womb. Not for the faint-hearted.
Art Galleries
See the locally produced paintings, woodwork and pottery by artists who have won international acclaim.
Gunulgup - Yallingup gallery.
Sights
Other great places to see.
Augusta - after a scenic drive down Caves Rd and Bussell Hwy, this town has so much to offer. Don’t miss lunch at the hotel with wonderful views over the river and ocean.
Lighthouse - regular tours up the Augusta lighthouse.
Cape to Cape Walk - a long but rewarding hike from Cape Naturaliste to Cape Leeuwin.
Berry Farm - take the family along Bussell Hwy during berry season for afternoon tea and berry picking.
Bellview Shell Museum - visit this wonderful collection of amazing shell displays.
Simmo’s Ice-Cream - a local Margaret River ice-cream company, famous for inventive flavours.
Margaret River Chocolate Factory - see how chocolate is made and try some. It’s delicious!
