Wildflowers, whales and wine: spring in the Margaret River Region

Margaret River Discovery Co’s Wine and Adventure Tour has been as the #1 Margaret River Tour experience on Tripadvisor for 17 consecutive years. Getting the balance between adventure, natural beauty and wine experience just right, including an exclusive spot for whale-watching at the Wilyabrup Cliffs, this tour has it all.

Yes, you’ll be on a canoe for the first stretch, yes, it will be an unforgettable way to connect with nature, and no, nobody has gotten wet or dirty in the process yet.

Local guide Hank Durlik from Margaret River Exposed will lead you to the region’s hidden gems you won’t find on your own. During the tour, you will sample seasonal local produce, wine and other goodies as you make your way through the most vibrant, secluded wildflower spots, perfect vantage points for whale-watching normally not accessible, and ancient karri forest.

Passionate about wildflowers and photography, it isn’t unheard of that Hank will throw in a complimentary photography class.

If you like the idea of making your own adventure but you’d appreciate some help, Cape2Camp is the perfect solution. They will carry your luggage, set up camp for you and provide you with fantastic local wine and produce, so all that’s left for you to do is explore.

Along the scenic Cape to Cape Track, there will be wildflowers around every corner, plus more than one opportunity to catch a glimpse of a whale travelling close to the shore.

You love the idea of wildflower and whale spotting but hiking is not part of your dream holiday? Simply base yourself in the middle of a wildflower wonderland and you can enjoy the stunning display in front of your doorstep. Edge Luxury Villas offers luxury accommodation on the edge of an orchid-filled forest just waiting to be explored. Bring back your favourite wine from one of the nearby wineries and enjoy a glass on the beautiful deck overlooking the peaceful water.

For your whale-watching fix, drive to the Moses Rock lookout only 10 minutes away.

If you’re travelling through, one of the most efficient and spectacular ways to tick wine and whale-watching off your list is Pullman Bunker Bay’s Other Side of the Moon Restaurant. Open to both hotel and non-hotel guests and boasting a spacious terrace with prime whale-watching vistas, you can enjoy a glass of Margaret River wine while waiting for the next whale to breach.

Based at the edge of Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park, this is a fantastic base for a wildflower walk too.