Perth Trip Overview
The southwestern reaches of Western Australia are defined by rolling vineyards, lush countryside, rugged coastline and white-sand beaches. Traversing the coast from Margaret River to Esperance, experience the freedom of the open road on a six-day adventure from Perth. En route to each destination, sip some of Australia’s best wine, roam along bush-edged beaches in the company of kangaroos and stop at scores of natural wonders. Tame your inner wildling among vast, wide-open spaces, then fall asleep under star-filled skies. The colossal ancient forests of the Walpole Wilderness Region, white sandy beaches of Cape Le Grand National Park, Australia’s golden outback and the famed wineries of Margaret River are your playground on the ultimate Esperance tour.
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Duration: 6 days
Starts: Perth, Australia
Trip Category: Multi-day & Extended Tours >> Multi-day Tours
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The southwestern reaches of Western Australia are defined by rolling vineyards, lush countryside, rugged coastline and white-sand beaches. Traversing the coast from Margaret River to Esperance, experience the freedom of the open road on a six-day adventure from Perth. En route to each destination, sip some of Australia’s best wine, roam along bush-edged beaches in the company of kangaroos and stop at scores of natural wonders. Tame your inner wildling among vast, wide-open spaces, then fall asleep under star-filled skies. The colossal ancient forests of the Walpole Wilderness Region, white sandy beaches of Cape Le Grand National Park, Australia’s golden outback and the famed wineries of Margaret River are your playground on the ultimate Esperance tour.
Itinerary
Day 1: Perth to Margaret River
Stop At: Busselton, Busselton, Margaret River Region, Western Australia
Our adventure begins as we travel south from Perth to the popular tourist town of Busselton. It’s hard to miss the 19th-century jetty stretching 1.8km into the turquoise Geographe Bay. Here we’ll have a coffee on the waterfront, stroll along the white sandy beach and chat about what exciting things are to come on your Esperance tour.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Meelup Beach Road, Busselton, Western Australia Australia
A little way down the road, stop at breathtaking Meelup Beach for lunch and a quick swim.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park, Cape Naturaliste Rd, Busselton, Western Australia 6285 Australia
Then unleash the adventurer within embarking on a two-hour hike to Cape Naturalist in Leeuwin- Naturalise National Park. This hike features incredible vistas that will have you in awe at every turn.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Ngilgi Cave, Yallingup Caves Road, Yallingup, Western Australia 6282 Australia
In the afternoon, descend into the magical Ngilgi Cave, Western Australia’s very first tourist attraction. Wander the extensive underground boardwalks which lead you through the exquisitely decorated cave.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Margaret River, Margaret River, Margaret River Region, Western Australia
Then put adventure aside as we taste our way around the world-renowned Margaret River region. From wine and gin to coffee and beer, and chocolate and cheese. There’s also time to wander up the main street in the Margaret River township, home to an eclectic mix of shops and galleries.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Big Valley Campsite, 46 Boronia Rd, Rosa Glen WA 6285, Australia
Finally, arrive at Big Valley Caravan Park, where you will enjoy dinner and spend your first night under the stars of the Milky Way.
Drive time today is about 3.5 hours.
Duration: 12 hours
Meals included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Camp at Big Vally Caravan Park
Day 2: Margaret River to Walpole
Stop At: Cape to Cape Track, Western Australia Australia
This morning, embark on an inspiring 6km hike along one of the most scenic sections of the Cape to Cape Track from Conto’s to Redgate Beach.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Surfers Point, Prevelly, Western Australia 6285 Australia
After a morning of hiking we head to one of the world’s most gnarly surf breaks, Surfers Point, at the Margaret River mouth to surfers carve up the ocean for a swim and picnic lunch.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Walpole, Walpole, Western Australia
This afternoon, we’ll continue south into the pristine forests of the Walpole Wilderness Region. Visit the largest tingle tree in Western Australia
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Peaceful Bay, Peaceful Bay, Western Australia
Set up camp at idyllic Peaceful Bay. Watch the sunset over the ocean, and settle in for another night of campfire tales under the stars.
There are about 4 hours of drive time today. Stay at Peaceful Bay Caravan Park, which has shower and toilet facilities.
Duration: 14 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Stay at Peaceful Bay Caravan Park, which has shower and toilet facilities.
Day 3: Walpole & Albany Region
Stop At: William Bay National Park, William Bay National Park, Western Australia
After breakfast, we’ll pack up camp and roam on to William Bay National Park. Here, turquoise water and snow-white sand are primed for swimming at Greens Pool.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Albany, Albany, Western Australia
Cruise along a scenic stretch of coastline to Albany, seeing how years of natural erosion have crafted incredible rock sculptures and granite bluffs.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: The Gap and Natural Bridge, Via Frenchman Bay Road, Torndirrup National Park Great Southern Region, Albany, Western Australia 6330 Australia
Natural Bridge and The Gap are two of our favourites.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Porongurup WA 6324, Australia
Travel to the Porongorups, which rise from the landscape like an island, then set out on a two-hour hike through the forest to Castle Rock. A bit of a climb but worth all the effort as you are rewarded with jaw-dropping views over the region.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Stirling Range National Park, Stirling Range National Park, Western Australia
Drive through the picturesque Stirling Ranges and come late afternoon, set up camp at a private campsite at Mt Trio, which has shower and toilet facilities.
Drive time today is around 3.5 hours.
Duration: 12 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Set up camp at a private campsite at Mt Trio, which has shower and toilet facilities.
Day 4: Mt Trio to Cape Le Grand National Park
Stop At: Esperance, Esperance, Western Australia
As we make our way towards Esperance, take a 40km drive along one of the most enchanting stretches of oceanside road you’ll ever see. Take a dip at Twilight Beach, one of many breathtaking beaches along the iconic Great Ocean Drive.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Twilight Beach, Western Australia, Australia
Take a dip at Twilight Beach, one of many breathtaking beaches along the iconic Great Ocean Drive.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: 92 Dempster St Cape Le Grand National Park, Esperance, Western Australia 6450 Australia
Grab a coffee in Esperance before we travel a little further east to Cape Le Grand National Park.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Lucky Bay Road Cape Le Grand National Park, Esperance, Western Australia 6450 Australia
Set up camp at Lucky Bay, where you will find an ocean coloured all imaginable shades of blue and sand so white and fine it squeaks between your toes. The rest of the day is at your command. Bush walk through the untamed landscape or kick back on the beach and soak up the serenity. We will stay two nights in the well-equipped camping area.
Today drive around 6 hours with plenty of stops along the way.
Duration: 14 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Set up camp at Lucky Bay, we will stay two nights in the well-equipped camping area.
Day 5: Cape Le Grand National Park
Stop At: 92 Dempster St Cape Le Grand National Park, Esperance, Western Australia 6450 Australia
Sunrise is a sacred time here, and it’s also when the friendly western grey kangaroos are at their most active. Wander onto the beach to say hello before we spend a whole day unearthing this incredible park. Traverse through lush bushland, swim at fantastic bays and coves and learn about its abundant flora and fauna.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Frenchman’s Peak, Le Grand Road Cape Le Grand National Park, Esperance, Western Australia 6450 Australia
Come late afternoon, embark on one of the best hikes of the tour, climbing Frenchman Peak to watch the sunset on our last night together.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Lucky Bay Road Cape Le Grand National Park, Esperance, Western Australia 6450 Australia
Continue camp at Lucky Bay
Duration: 12 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Second night at Lucky Bay
Day 6: Esperance to Perth
Stop At: Wave Rock, Hyden, Western Australia 6359 Australia
We have a lot of distance to cover today, so it’s up early and on our way. Stopping for lunch at a quintessential outback town, we’ll continue until we reach the 2,700-million-year-old Wave Rock. Rising 15 metres above the ground, surfing this natural granite wonder is a must-have photo opportunity.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: York, York, Avon Valley, Western Australia
After, it’s back on the bus to see the historic township of York. Surrounded by pretty countryside, it’s easy to see why this location was the first inland settlement for Western Australia’s early colonists. Learn about the Rabbit-Proof Fence, built between 1901 and 1907 to keep rabbits and other agricultural pests from the east out of Western Australia.
Duration: 1 hour
Pass By: Perth, Perth, Greater Perth, Western Australia
Finally, roll into Perth around 6.30 pm after travelling around 9 hours with stops along the way.
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
No accommodation included on this day.
