Hike Western Australia's Cape to Cape Track
Hike Western Australia's Cape to Cape Track
Hike Western Australia's Cape to Cape Track
8 Days Starting and ending in Perth
Visiting: Perth / Cape to Cape Track / Margaret River, Cape to Cape Track / Margaret River, Margaret River / Perth
Tour operator:
Tour code:
PJXP
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 12
Age range:
15-99 years
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Tour Overview
Hike the Margaret River coastline and surround yourself with some of Western Australia’s best sights, from epic clifftop views to colourful wildflowers, and dolphins leaping from the Indian Ocean. The Cape to Cape Track winds between Cape Naturaliste and Cape Leeuwin, on the traditional lands of the Wadandi peoples, and is widely regarded as one of Australia’s great walks. Forget about the details and focus on the track ahead of you and the scenery around you, while learning about the rich history and biodiversity of the region with two expert leaders by your side. From your base at your accommodation surrounded by Margaret River wine country, you’ll fully immerse yourself in the diversity of this stunning region on foot.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Perth / Cape To Cape Track / Margaret River
Location: Perth / Cape to Cape Track / Margaret River
Accommodation: Motel or apartment style room
Meals Included: lunch, dinner
Departing from Perth, we reach Cape Naturaliste by lunch time. Enjoy the first of many fresh picnic lunches for the week on the lawn at the Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse and get to know your companions for the week. Today's walk on the Cape to Cape track is relatively easy with mostly cliff-top trails and some beach walking. Keep an eye out for dolphins!
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Day 2: Cape To Cape Track / Margaret River
Location: Cape to Cape Track / Margaret River
Accommodation: Motel or apartment style room
Meals Included: breaksfast, lunch, dinner
Some beach walking in the morning, and superb coastal views all day. The red granite boulders, white sandy beaches and turquoise waters provide a stunning contrast along this section of rugged coastline. We'll have lunch at the surfing mecca, Injidup, visit Quinninup Falls and finish with ocean views at Moses Rock.
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Day 3: Cape To Cape Track / Margaret River
Location: Cape to Cape Track / Margaret River
Accommodation: Motel or apartment style room
Meals Included: breaksfast, lunch, dinner
This is a great day, and relatively easy - although there are a few hills and some sandy patches. The magnificent sweeping views of the coast from cliff-top vantage points, and the towering granite cliffs of Willyabrup are two of many highlights. If the weather's nice, you might enjoy a refreshing swim in the sheltered bay at Gracetown. Or just soak those feet as you reflect on another great day on the Cape to Cape track.
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Day 4: Cape To Cape Track / Margaret River
Location: Cape to Cape Track / Margaret River
Accommodation: Motel or apartment style room
Meals Included: breaksfast, lunch, dinner
It's fairly easy walking among coastal heath to Ellensbrook historic homestead, where you can enjoy morning tea and explore the grounds. The track then takes an inland route, which gives us a good appreciation of the landscape away from the ocean for a while. After lunch we're back on the coast, and a very pleasant beach walk takes us to Cape Mentelle. We finish the day at the Margaret River mouth - a good place for a swim if it's warm.
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Day 5: Cape To Cape Track / Margaret River
Location: Cape to Cape Track / Margaret River
Accommodation: Motel or apartment style room
Meals Included: breaksfast, lunch, dinner
A beautiful variety of scenery awaits us today! We'll head inland again to start with, and enjoy morning tea beside the Boodjidup brook. A beach walk takes us to Redgate for lunch and then a spectacular stretch of cliff-top walking sees us reach shady Contos Campground for afternoon tea. The final part of the day is through the cool peaceful forest on firm, easy tracks. It's a wonderful end to a wonderful day on the Cape to Cape track. Despite the distance, today is not usually considered the most difficult.
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Day 6: Cape To Cape Track / Margaret River
Location: Cape to Cape Track / Margaret River
Accommodation: Motel or apartment style room
Meals Included: breaksfast, lunch, dinner
This morning we continue through the karri forest before making our way down to the aqua-blue waters of Hamelin Bay. This 6 km beach stretch can be very enjoyable, with the right mindset. Enjoy the peace, the view and the moment as you walk into Hamelin Bay for a picnic lunch. After lunch it's a short but challenging hike up to the tiny Foul Bay Lighthouse, with sweeping views back along the coast. Then before you know it, you'll reach the end of another beautiful day.
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Day 7: Cape To Cape Track / Margaret River
Location: Cape to Cape Track / Margaret River
Accommodation: Motel or apartment style room
Meals Included: breaksfast, lunch, dinner
This can be an exciting last day, especially if it's windy! Much of the walking is along a limestone ledge close to the sea, complete with blowholes! There is a long beach stretch where you can daydream about all that you've achieved this week. After that we head inland, occasionally sighting the Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse, signalling the end of your walk. Your Cape to Cape track 'end to end' hike officially finishes at the Cape Leeuwin lighthouse. At the end of this memorable journey, it's time to kick off your boots and celebrate your wonderful achievement!
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Day 8: Margaret River / Perth
Location: Margaret River / Perth
Meals Included: breaksfast
Enjoy a sleep in and a leisurely breakfast with your morning free in Margaret River. Pick up some take-away lunch (own expense) before we head back to Perth, arriving by mid afternoon (usually between 2.30 and 3pm).
What's Included
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Accommodation
Motel or Apartment Rooms (with shared facilities) (7 nights) -
Cape to Cape Track - Cape Naturaliste to Yallingup
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Cape to Cape Track - Yallingup to Moses Rock
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Cape to Cape Track - Moses Rock to Gracetown
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Cape to Cape Track - Gracetown to Margaret River
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Cape to Cape Track - Margaret River to Boranup Forest
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Cape to Cape Track - Boranup Forest to Cosy Corner
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Cape to Cape Track - Cosy Corner to Cape Leeuwin
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Meals
7 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 3 dinners
What's Not Included
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Tipping and Gratuities
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Airport Transfers at Destination
Transport
- Private Vehicle , Walking
Accommodation
- A single supplement that covers all nights is available for this trip (subject to availability). Please note that some departures will stay at apartment style accommodation, where bathroom facilities will be shared with other members of your group. If you have booked a single supplement you will have your own room in a shared apartment with shared facilities.
Important Information
- START & END TIMES
- The trip pickup will be at 7:45am from the Tourist Bus Stop at 37 Beaufort Street near the corner of James Street. Please make sure you are on time as we will depart Perth right away. The trip finishes finishes back in Perth at approximately 3pm on Day 8
- SINGLE SUPPLEMENT & ACCOMMODATION
- A single supplement that covers all nights is available for this trip (subject to availability). Please note that some departures will stay at apartment style accommodation, where bathroom facilities will be shared with other members of your group. If you have booked a single supplement you will have your own room in a shared apartment with shared facilities.
- OPERATOR
- This trip is operated and run by Inspiration Outdoors, an Intrepid Company. You will be travelling with a mixture of both Inspiration Outdoors customers and Intrepid customers. Intrepid works closely with Inspiration Outdoors to ensure that all of our customers enjoy their time away.
Mode of Transport
- Private Vehicle , Walking
Accommodation
- Motel (7 nights)
Check out our Q&As
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Is this trip right for you
This trip involves plenty of walking over varied terrain, including long stretches of beach and sand, and is best suited to travellers with a good level of mobility. Good footwear, clothing for all types of weather, plus perhaps walking poles are recommended. Details on physical activities can be found in the itinerary.
This trip is operated and run by Inspiration Outdoors, an Intrepid Company. You will be travelling with a mixture of both Inspiration Outdoors customers and Intrepid customers. Intrepid works closely with Inspiration Outdoors to ensure that all of our customers enjoy their time away. -
What policies are in place for Covid-19?
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Intrepid Travel has been taking travellers around the world for over 30 years
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Since 2002, The Intrepid Foundation has supported over 130 organisations across the world. We’re creating positive impact through the joy of travel, community and connection.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Over 50% of traveller travel solo with Intrepid. You can choose to share a room with another solo travelle of the same sex for no additional charge, or choose to pay a single supplement if you’d like your own room. Please request this when booking, and we will secure you a single supplement wherever possible. Please note, if you are booking a last-minute trip, it may be harder for us to secure a single room
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