Prepare yourself for and abundance of unique natural attractions, native wildlife and farm animals that you can touch, world-class wineries, gourmet vineyards, restaurants, and fine art and craft galleries.

Just 2 hours drive south from Perth is the port of Bunbury.

Bunbury’s love affair with street art, harbour themes and indulgence of coffee and gourmet food has made the city one of Western Australia’s most thriving cosmopolitan cities.

In Bunbury be sure to experience the Koombana Bay dolphins. A group of up to 100 wild bottlenose dolphins live in the city’s bay and regularly visit the dolphin beach where you can swim and interact with the dolphins or take a dolphin watch cruise.
Cruise tours are available at 11.00 am and 2.00pm.
Swim Tours are available at 8.00am and 11.00am.

Head south out of Bunbury, to Busselton. On the beachfront, 7 km west of Busselton, towards Dunsborough, you will find Abbey Beach Resort.

Explore Busselton itself with all the shops and cafe’s you could want. Take a walk on the Southern Hemisphere’s longest wooden jetty or along the bay.

Experience Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse and Discovery Centre, visit Dunsborough and stop at the bakery.

Visit Country Life Farm. Feed the friendly animals anytime of the day - whether it be rabbits, guinea pigs, goats, sheep, llama, alpaccas, donkeys, ponies, clydesdales or cows.

Take a walk through Nilgi Cave in Yallingup and see the wonderful stalagmites and stalagmites.

Visit the fabulous Yallingup Shearing Shed or for the more adventurous, book a dive or snorkel on the wreck of the HMAS Swan.

A visit to the region would not be complete without exploring and tasting the wines from premium producers and at your favourite, indulge in a vineyard lunch overlooking continuous rows of vines.

Meander through countless country lanes discovering galleries, taste boutique beers, local cheeses, and chocolates. yoghurts and more. Head back to the resort, and to the beach to watch the sun set over the Indian ocean.

Take a relaxed tour with a local tour company. Groups are usually small and move at a relaxed pace. Canoe, experience breathtaking caves, see spectacular forest, swim and snorkel the pristine waters of the bay, view wildflowers (seasonal).

Alternatively explore the fabulous attractions yourself.

Drive the length of Caves Rd and discover vineyards, galleries, forests caves and more. Visit the Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse and see where the Indian Ocean meets the Southern Ocean. There is always the chance to spot whales from the shore near the lighthouse from June –November.

For a taste of the coast, deviate from the road and discover tranquil private swimming bays, long sandy beaches or powerful world class surf.

Visit the Margaret River township, stroll the main street and explore the many boutique shops, enjoy a coffee in one of the many cafes, visit the Eagle heritage Centre.

Drive further south to Augusta and explore the towns famous Caseworks including, Mammoth, Jewel, Lake and Moondyne Caves.

Whale watching with Naturaliste Charters – Dunsborough (September – November)
Augusta (June – end August) is a great way to see the big mammals up close.

Today, set off early for the world’s longest and highest treetop walk, stopping for wine tasting, homemade fare, and spectacular coastal sightseeing along the way.

Spend an hour or two walking along the boardwalk through the floor of the
Ancient Empire of Tingle Trees. For a different perspective walk up amongst the canopy of the forest on the tree-top walk.

Visit spectacular Fernbrook falls or Conspicuous Cliffs.

Spend the day in Nannup.

Nannup is a pretty, historical town nestled in the heart of the Blackwood River Valley surrounded by forest, and located on the banks of the Blackwood River.
Walking down the main street of Nannup is like a walk back in time. This historic mill town is nestled amongst the hills alongside the Blackwood River. The river is the largest in the Southwest, flowing through the jarrah forest and emptying at Augusta. Beautiful scenic drives through the lush countryside lead from Nannup, especially impressive during the spring when the wildflowers in the surrounding jarrah forest are plentiful.

Local Attractions include the river walk trail along the Blackwood River, the Kondil Park wildflower walk which meanders through jarrah forest.

Visit the Nannup Mill. This entirely jarrah mill is the only one in the State.
Spend time lost in the Tulip Farm from July to September.

Browse through the numerous craft shops located on the main street.

Head off for the towering old growth Karri Forests of Pemberton.

Pack a gourmet breakfast and enjoy it in a tranquil forest setting on the heartbreak trail. Pit strength against mind and climb the rungs of the enormous Gloucester or Bicentennial tree.

Spend time exploring the forest, find wildflowers (best time Sept – Nov, though flowers all year round).

Try your luck fishing for trout at the trout farm.

Note: Native Flora and Fauna mentioned in this itinerary are wild and free roaming. Their appearance is by no means guaranteed.

For more information:

For more information go to www.westernaustralia.net/discover/south_west or www.downsouth.com.au

	Alternatively: alternatively ask at reception during your stay or contact us by:
	Telephone: 1800 017 097
	Email: info@abbeybeach.com.au