Overview

Spanning Australia’s southwest edge from Cape Leeuwin to Cape Naturaliste, this is the longest coastal walk in Australia, 135kms from start to finish. The extraordinary landscape offers great variety, spanning squeaky white sand beaches, secluded coves, towering forests and limestone caves.

Springtime wildflowers in vivid violet, topaz and crimson contrast the calming blue, green and whites of the natural scenery. The surrounding offshore reefs, points and headlands are coveted by local surfers for their quality surf breaks.

Heading north, the walk traverses clifftops, deserted beaches, hamlets and villages, coastal heathlands, peppermint tree woodlands and majestic Karri forests with tall open stands of eucalypt, unique to the location. Of course the ever present views along the coast and out to the azure blue sea as you hike are the real highlight of this walk. This walk has the added benefit of being located in the Margaret River an area renowned for its excellent lodging and dining experiences.

The Cape to Cape is world class walk and a real challenge, but you will have the support of our experienced guides all the way. At the end of each day you’ll have the luxury of having a hot shower, a chef prepared dinner and breakfast and a good night’s sleep in a comfortable bed, rising refreshed and primed for the next day’s fabulous pack free walking.

While you are in the area, why not do our Bibbulmun Track walk as well?

Trip Length

Days

From

$

per person twin/double share

Single Supplement

$695

per person

Grade

Moderate

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DAY 1

Starting in Perth at 8.30am, the first stop is the Margaret River wine area for lunch. Visit historic Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse, then walk a short section of the Cape to Cape Track in the historic waterwheel area.

Walking: Easy / 4 km / 1.5 hrs

Meals: Lunch and a two course meal at the local hotel

Accommodation: Augusta Hotel in private room with ensuite

DAY 2

Continuing on the Cape to Cape track, highlights include Cape Hamelin, where there is a beautiful bay surrounded by granite boulders, sandy Deepdene Beach and a coastal section with unusual solution holes in the limestone rocks. There’s outstanding views most of the way and an opportunity to get you feet wet.

Walking: Moderate to Challenging / 18 km / 6 to 7 hrs / shorter option available

Meals: Cooked breakfast on the deck at Augusta Cafe, walkers lunch and chef prepared two course dinner at the Common

Accommodation: Margaret’s Beach Resort in private room with ensuite

DAY 3

Explore a secluded stretch of coastline beginning with the long Boranup Beach. Walk comfortably through coastal heathlands, eucalyptus and peppermint woodlands. This section has masses of grass trees and the first of the tall karri forests.

Walking: 20 km / Moderate to Challenging / 6 hrs / shorter option available

Meals: Cooked breakfast at the White Elephant Cafe, walkers lunch and chef-prepared a la carte 2 course dinner at the Common.

Accommodation: Margaret’s Beach Resort

DAY 4

One of the most spectacular sections of coastline includes a remarkable grotto and natural spring at Bob’s Hollow. The ever present azure blue Indian Ocean has a calming quality that works in concert with the walking. The scope of the off shore reefs and the massive seas give you the first indication as to why this is one of the most heralded surfing destinations in the world.

Walking: 20 km / Moderate to Challenging / 6 to 7 hrs / shorter option available

Meals: Cooked breakfast at the White Elephant Cafe, comprehensive walkers lunch and chef-prepared a la carte 2 course dinner at the Common.

Accommodation: Margaret’s Beach Resort

DAY 5

Walk straight from breakfast along the coast to cross Margaret River (tides permitting) through to Ellensbrook Historic Homestead.  Ocean views are plentiful whilst you walk amongst a variety of flowering shrubs. To finish off the walk you pass Meekadarabee Falls and even a small grotto where a mysterious story unfolds.

Walking: 15 km / Moderate / 5 hrs / shorter option available

Meals: Cooked breakfast at the White Elephant Cafe, walkers lunch and chef prepared a la carte two course dinner at the Common

Accommodation: Margaret’s Beach Resort

DAY 6

From the homestead we walk along Ellensbrook Beach, then up into the dunes with coastal views towards the small settlement of Gracetown.  Surfers may be spotted enjoying the waves of Cowaramup Bay then we head onto the rocky outcrops of Wilyabrup Cliffs.

Walking: 16.5 km / Moderate / 6 to 7 hrs / shorter option available

Meals: Cooked breakfast at the White Elephant Cafe, walkers lunch and chef-prepared a la carte two course dinner at the Caves House

Accommodation: Chandlers Smith Beach Resort

DAY 7

The longest distance to cover, but scenic the entire way. Highlights include Wilyabrup cliffs which are popular with rock climbers, massive granite outcrops and two superb capes at Cape Clairault and Canal Rocks with views to die for. The beaches here are also popular with surfers.

Walking: 23 km / Moderate to Challenging / 7 to 8 hrs / shorter option available

Meals: Cooked breakfast at Lamont’s Restaurant, a comprehensive walkers lunch and 2 course dinner

Accommodation: Chandlers Smith Beach Resort

DAY 8

Final section begins at Smiths Beach via the small settlement of Yallingup.  From here we head on up through the dunes to Kabbijgup Beach. Much of the coast here is limestone, with short beaches and low rocky areas, culminating in striking views of Sugarloaf Rock. It’s here where we will get that much sort after photo at the Lighthouse to hang with the other one from 8 days previous. 135 kms of walking, a real achievement. Travel back to Perth arriving at approximately 5.50 to 6 pm

Walking: 17 km / Moderate / 5 hrs / shorter option available

Meals: Cooked breakfast at Lamont’s Restaurant & a comprehensive walkers lunch.

Walk Grading

 

The Cape to Cape Track is generally well graded and relatively easy to negotiate. Full day walks average about 20km. There are opportunities for fit walkers to challenge themselves on rather lengthy walks of up to 23km.

*Walk grading and map are not to scale and indicative only.

Walking Track

  • Genuine all inclusive pack free walking holiday
  • Walk the entire Cape to Cape Track from end to end
  • 2 engaging, knowledgeable and professional guides
  • 7 nights’ comfortable accommodation in private room with ensuite
  • We shift you along the track from accommodation to accommodation to limit time in a vehicle, creating more time to relax and enjoy the region
  • Daily meals including  cooked breakfasts, walkers lunches and chef-prepared two course dinners and track snacks
  • All transport from Perth, including all luggage transport
  • National park admission
  • Lighthouse tour
  • Auswalk guide pack including a lunch bag, cutlery set and container

We will dine at night at local restaurants where the in-house chefs will prepare two course dinners using local fresh produce. We start each day with a cooked breakfast prepared by professional chefs. Walkers lunches are substantial and mostly prepared by local bakeries ensuring that you’ll never go hungry. More importantly, we eat lunch at unique natural locations that can only be reached by foot.

Walkers will enjoy staying in a private room with ensuite at a delightful choice of lodgings each night, including beachside and riverfront motels and apartments.

The first night is spent in a comfortable motel in the small town of Augusta, followed by four nights in a luxury coastal resort near Redgate Beach. The final two nights are in villas with water views at Smiths Beach.

Some days permit for walking directly in and out of accommodation, while on others there is a short road transfer to and from each day’s walking.

Alcohol and drinks are not included with meals (except tea/coffee and juice with breakfast).

The walking is moderate to challenging but done at a pace that suits everyone. Walks consist of mostly coastal tracks with some bushland 4WD tracks and sections of beach. On average, we walk 17 km per day, with longer days reaching distances of up to 24 km. This is a rewarding expeditionary hike and at 135kms, making it Australia’s longest coastal walk.

Two professional and experienced guides, knowledgeable of the area and its natural surroundings can offer easier and more challenging walk options along the way.

Pre and post tour accommodation: There are many good hotels in Perth, however we pick up and drop off from one central hotel the Miss Maud Swedish Hotel, 97 Murray Street, Perth. The tour starts at 8:30am at Miss Mauds. We arrive back in Perth at approximately 5.45pm on the last day.

For what to bring please refer to Gear Advice on our FAQ section.

This trip can easily be combined with the Bibbulmun Track group-guided trip for an extended Western Australia walking holiday.

 

WEATHER

See the Bureau of Meteorology’s information about temperatures and rainfall ahead of time to ensure proper clothing.

 

INSURANCE

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INFORMATION PACK

For nearly 30 years we have taken pride in providing seamlessly organised walking holidays, but we know, even with that in mind, that you’ll have many more questions. You will receive a very detailed information pack and itinerary approximately 6 weeks out from departure outlining all the fine detail and much more.

 

CONTACT

If you have any questions, feel free to ask one of our destination consultants or to speak with one of our guides. You can get in touch with us via our contact form, email us at info@auswalk.com.au, or call us on +61 3 9597 9767.