TWO-DAY MARGARET RIVER GETAWAY FROM PERTH (ROAD TRAVEL)

Tour Highlights

DOLPHIN DISCOVERY CENTRE

Visit the Dolphin Discovery’s interpretive centre before experiencing a memorable 60-90 minute dolphin eco cruise into Koombana Bay and the surrounding local waterways, home to a thriving population of 100-200 Bunbury Bottlenose Dolphins. The cruise vessel is specially designed to offer guests an excellent viewing platform, allowing you to get as close as possible to these fascinating marine animals without even getting your feet wet. Throughout the journey, the knowledgeable crew will introduce you to the Bottlenose Dolphins as they interact in their natural habitat. You’ll have the chance to witness the dolphins as they frolic, play, rest, and feed, offering an authentic glimpse into their daily lives. The skipper provides informative commentary along the way, ensuring you stay updated and engaged with everything happening around you.

BUSSELTON JETTY TRAIN & UNDERWATER OBSERVATORY

During our visit to Busselton, a charming beachside town famous for its iconic Busselton Jetty, we will experience one of the region’s most celebrated attractions. The Busselton Jetty is renowned as the southern hemisphere’s longest wooden jetty, stretching impressively into the clear waters of Geographe Bay. We will board the distinctive red jetty train and travel along the full length of the jetty. This journey offers panoramic views of the Indian Ocean and the stunning sandy beaches that define the coastline. Upon reaching the end of the jetty, we will descend into the Underwater Observatory, where we can view Australia’s leading artificial reef. The observatory provides a unique opportunity to see vibrant corals, colourful sponges, and more than 300 different marine species thriving beneath the surface.

MCHENRY HOHNEN

McHenry Hohnen is a standout winery in the Margaret River region, renowned for its commitment to sustainability and exceptional biodynamic wines. When you visit, you'll enjoy tastings of their superb single-vineyard wines, each sip reflecting the purity and essence of the local terroir. Paired with a complimentary offering of meats, cheese & crackers, this tasting experience is both indulgent and enlightening.

You’ll learn about McHenry Hohnen's eco-friendly practices and minimal intervention winemaking methods. McHenry Hohnen's vineyards are managed using 100% biodynamic methods designed to improve the vitality and health of the soil. Their biodynamic farming incorporates ideas about a vineyard as an ecosystem and takes into account astrological influences and lunar cycles in their growing and harvesting practices. This visit promises a harmonious blend of exquisite flavours and intriguing sustainable practices that will leave you appreciating the finer aspects of winemaking.

YAHAVA KOFFEEWORKS

This beloved local gem sources coffee beans from around the globe, offering a diverse range of delicious brews. At their tasting benches, you’ll get to sample various coffees while one of their experts guides you through the brewing process–you’ll even get to watch as the beans are roasted to caffeinated perfection. For those who aren’t coffee fanatics, there is a large selection of loose-leaf teas to ensure you will be suitably perked up as well. This will definitely be the ideal beginning to your adventurous day ahead!

Yahava Koffeeworks also prides itself on its commitment to sustainability and ethical sourcing. They work closely with coffee growers around the world to ensure fair trade practices and environmentally friendly cultivation methods. This dedication to quality and ethics is evident in every cup of coffee they produce.

VASSE VIRGIN

No visit to Margaret River is complete without stopping at Vasse Virgin. This family-owned business specialises in high-quality olive oil-based skincare products and gourmet foods.

The company was founded with a commitment to creating chemical-free products that are gentle on the skin and the environment. Visitors can explore the workshop to see how the products are made, and even participate in DIY skincare classes. The retail store offers a wide range of products, including soaps, moisturisers, and gourmet food items like olive oils and vinegars so don't forget to pick up some delicious olive oil-based treats on your way out!

This visit promises a sensory experience that combines health, wellness, and gourmet delights.

The Servo Taphouse, Cowaramup

We’ll change things up the pace a bit with a visit to The Servo Taphouse, Cowaramup, a small bar with a big focus on international craft beer and local live music, where you can enjoy a pint of delicious craft beer.