Cape to Cape Explorer Tours and SurfPoint Resort have teamed up to bring you a fantastic glamping weekend full of adventure, food and beachside relaxation. Staying in the coastal hamlet of Gnarabup, this tour includes sleeping under the stars in comfortable bell tents, delicious food, lots of time for R&R, plus two fantastic adventures highlighting the Cape to Cape Track and the Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park.

DAYS: 3 days / 2 nights

INCLUDED ADVENTURES: Our Sunset, Forest and Cave Explorer Tour taking in a Margaret River sunset, a walk through an ancient karri forest, and exploring a magic limestone cave packed with stalactites and stalagmites. Then you'll do our Guided Walk to the magnificent Cape Mentelle, discovering the bush foods, surf story, and fascinating history of this incredible region.

WALKING DISTANCES: 2-3km

ACCOMMODATION: Two nights in a comfortable, unpowered bell tent furnished with rugs, blankets and seating, set up at the beachside hamlet of Gnarabup with access to SurfPoint's awesome kitchen facilities, multiple living areas, swimming pool, and charging points for your phone and camera.

FOOD: A tasty and locally-sourced hamper with your breakfast supplies for the trip, including cereals, yoghurt, sourdough bread, free range eggs and salad items like mushrooms, spinach and tomatoes (depending on availability and your dietary requirements); tea & coffee. You'll also receive a selection of fresh and healthy salads made with local produce, and barbecue items for you to cook your own BBQ at the campsite on your first night. Plus there is the opportunity for you to explore the Margaret River Region and find a quaint winery or relaxed brewery for lunch on both days throughout the weekend, or alternatively, the White Elephant Beach Cafe is just a short stroll along the beach and has a fantastic menu (these meals are at own cost). 

PRICE: $650 per adult based on twin share. $325 per child under 16. Single supplement of $325 applies to solo travellers. Extra nights can be booked upon request.

LOCATION: In the far south-west corner of Western Australia, a broad peninsula projects into the Indian Ocean – ancient, wild, and stunning. Running north to south along its western edge, is the Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park, the setting of the Cape to Cape Walk Track, and backdrop to the Margaret River Region.

Beginning at Cape Naturaliste in the north, the Track meanders through windswept limestone ridges, deserted white beaches, giant granite marbles, and towering Karri forest to finish up at Cape Leeuwin in the south.

The Margaret River Region is renowned internationally for stunning scenery, world-class beaches, gourmet food, and fine wines.

ITINERARY:

Day 1 

Arrive in the historic coastal hamlet of Prevelly 

Arrive in the afternoon and check into your comfortable canvas bell tent located at our glamping precinct set amid gardens at SurfPoint Resort at Prevelly, a stone’s throw from beautiful Gnarabup Beach. Pitched and furnished for your convenience, we provide everything you need for a unique camping experience. From rugs and doonas, to blankets and seating, your tent will be comfortably furnished so you can just relax and enjoy.

When dinnertime comes, you will have everything you need to then cook your own BBQ accompanied by fresh salads, and submerge yourselves in nature and the camping way of life. You’ll also have all the creature comforts with access to the commercial kitchen, common room with wood fire, swimming pool and hot showers at SurfPoint Resort.

Day 2 

Enjoy a relaxing day and explore the true nature of Margaret River by starlight 

Wake up under beautiful cream cotton canvas in luxury and comfort to the sounds of the sea nearby. There’s no need to go far, a local Breakfast Hamper (cereal, yogurt, fresh fruit, tea and coffee, high quality breads, free range eggs and salad items including mushrooms, spinach and tomatoes) and cooking utensils will be provided so you can enjoy a relaxing morning settling into the slow pace of campsite life. Enjoy the beach which is only a short walk from your tent. 

For lunch you have the choice of heading further afield and indulging at one of the many fantastic wineries of breweries throughout the region. If you would prefer to stay local, the White Elephant Beach Café is only a short stroll from the campsite with delicious options also available from the store if you choose. 

At 5pm Cape to Cape Explorer Tours will arrive to collect you from the campsite and take you on the Sunset, Forest and Cave Explorer Tour. You will be spotting wild Western Grey Kangaroo’s grazing the planes, marvelling at giant Karri trees in the Boranup Forest, followed with watching the sunset at one of the most stunning vistas on the acclaimed Cape to Cape Track. Dusk in the doline (a collapsed chamber that forms a cave entry) is an enchanted time, with abundant forest birdlife singing out in the giant old growth Karri trees that tower over head. 

Participants then have the chance to explore the underground wonderland beneath the Boranup Forest via torch light with helmet provided, while learning about the unique history and geology of an amazing limestone cave famous for its enormous wide open chambers and adventure sections. 

Day 3 

Hike to Cape Mentelle and learn about local history

Wake up with the knowledge that more adventures lie ahead. But first you might choose to pop down to the beach for a quick dip! After another delicious breakfast at camp, check out from your glamping bell tent. All you will need to do is collect your personal belongings and zip up the tent on the way out. At 10am, your next Cape to Cape Explorer Tours adventure begins. 

It’s an easy hike with one of our expert guides out to beautiful Cape Mentelle, discovering some of the geology, flora, fauna, bush tucker and surf story of this amazing region. Next learn about Nicolas Baudin’s journey from France to Western Australia in 1800, that led to the naming of Cape Mentelle. Learn of the interesting and surprising link between this magnificent headland and the history of these French explorers. Also learn about Cape To Cape Explorer Tours director Gene Hardy’s surf sessions with Cape Mentelle and Cloudy Bay wineries founder David Hohnen out at Margaret River Main Break, when Dave spoke of ducking off to NZ to plant a few vines.

In the afternoon, you are free to explore more of Margaret River, head onto other adventures in the region, or return home.

WHY CHOOSE CAPE TO CAPE EXPLORER TOURS?

At Cape to Cape Explorer Tours we pride ourselves on creating the highest quality Cape to Cape Track experience available. We are the Cape to Cape Track specialists!

An award-winning, local company, we support the Track and our community. Our guides and staff all live in the area, are professionally trained and have an intimate knowledge of the Track and the Margaret River region, not to mention a passion for walking.

We deliver personalised and quality service – a fun, healthy holiday with great food, accommodation, company, scenery and a wonderful sense of accomplishment! Your safety and satisfaction is our priority and our attention to detail and love of looking after all the ‘little things’ has led to many repeat customers and glowing reviews. We look forward to welcoming you to Margaret River and sharing the natural wonders of the region – especially the Cape to Cape Track with you!