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 Wardandi 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 a motel 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
Your adventure begins in Perth (Boorloo in the language of the local Whadjuk Nyoongar people, who are the traditional owners of the land on which Perth is now located). Your day begins bright and early with pick up in Perth before driving to Cape Naturaliste. Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse is the perfect spot to enjoy a tasty picnic lunch and get to know your group. After you’ve enjoyed the view, hit the trail for the first leg of the Cape to Cape Track. With two expert guides leading the tour, you’ll enjoy more safety on the track and more flexibility with pacing. We’ll start off easy with plenty of time to enjoy the views across clifftops and beaches and listen to the crashing waves before your walk finishes in Yallingup. At the end of each day, you will drive to Margaret River, where you will spend the evening, then return to where you left off to continue your walk each morning.
Included Activities:
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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
Head back to Yallingup to take off from where we finished yesterday. Begin your walk in Yallingup, passing by giant red granite boulders, pristine white sand beaches and a colourful collection of wildflowers along the way. Stop off at Injidup for lunch, a spot known for amazing surf and a natural spa. After lunch, pay a visit to the beautiful Quinninup Falls, then continue to Moses Rock and enjoy the vast ocean views, rocky outcrops and tidal pools.
Included Activities:
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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
This morning, set out on a relatively easy walk, with just a few hills and sandy patches to keep things exciting. You’ll take in sweeping views across the coast from cliff-top vantage points perfectly positioned along our walk. Plus, discover the little-known granite cliffs of Willyabrup. Standing 40 metres high above the surging white-wash ocean below, the cliffs stand proudly with a red glow. If the weather is nice, you might choose to cool off with a refreshing dip in the sheltered bay in Gracetown at the end of today’s walk – the perfect way to end the day.
Included Activities:
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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
Today, embark on an easy walk among coastal heath to Ellensbrook historic homestead, a historic house nestled into a protected coastal site. Enjoy morning tea at this quaint spot and then hit the inland trail for the second leg of today’s journey. After lunch, we’re soon back on the coastline and a pleasant walk along the beach transports you to Cape Mentelle, where today’s walk comes to an end. A great way to finish the day – you might like to take a dip at the Margaret River mouth to cool off and wind down before heading back to your accommodation.
Included Activities:
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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
Enjoy gentle terrain and varied views on today’s walk. Head inland and stop by the Boodjidup Brook for a scenic morning tea before the trail heads back to the coast and travels across the beach. Once you’ve worked up an appetite, enjoy a spot of lunch in Redgate then continue across the stunning clifftops to Contos Campground for afternoon tea. Then hit the trail once again for the final leg of the day, through the beautiful and shady Boranup Karri Forest. As always, a warm shower and freshly cooked dinner awaits – the dream of every hiker!
Included Activities:
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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
Soak up the silence on a morning walk through karri forest and take in the scent of eucalyptus from the surrounding landscape. Today’s trail will lead you to the white sands of Hamelin Bay, where the water is an unbelievably bright shade of blue - a wonderful spot to enjoy a picnic lunch. After lunch, you’ll set off toward the Foul Bay Lighthouse. This hike is short yet challenging, but it’ll all be worth it once you see the fantastic views along the coast. Today’s walk will draw to a close in Cosy Corner.
Included Activities:
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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
Keep an eye out for blowholes as you walk along the limestone coastline and listen to the sea. After crossing a long stretch of beach, venture inland, then return to the coast and catch glimpses of the Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse, the finishing point of the Cape to Cape Track. This is the perfect location to take a moment and reflect on all you’ve accomplished in the past week. Tonight, enjoy dinner with your group to celebrate the penultimate night of your trip and a wonderful walking adventure.
Included Activities:
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Day 8: Margaret River / Perth
Location: Margaret River / Perth
Meals Included: breaksfast
This morning, stroll into Margaret River to pick up lunch or some souvenirs to remember your adventure. Then it’s time to head back to where it all started and drive to Perth. You can expect to arrive around mid-afternoon, at which point your trip will come to an end.
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 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. -
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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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