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- Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse, Augusta — The working lighthouse at the southwestern tip of WA where the Indian and Southern Oceans meet (literally). Climb the tower, hear shipwreck stories, and stand on the headland for raw, wind-swept views you won’t get in many other places.
- Cape to Cape Track (Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park) — A 135 km coastal walk that threads cliffs, wildflower slopes and hidden beaches between Cape Leeuwin and Cape Naturaliste. Short day sections are easy to stitch together; the combination of limestone caves, surf points and coastal heath is uniquely Margaret River-area.
- Ngilgi Cave, Yallingup — A show cave with dramatic stalactites and stalagmites plus a strong Noongar story attached to the site. Tours are intimate and the mix of geology and Indigenous cultural explanation
- Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse, Augusta — The working lighthouse at the southwestern tip of WA where the Indian and Southern Oceans meet (literally). Climb the tower, hear shipwreck stories, and stand on the headland for raw, wind-swept views you won’t get in many other places.
- Cape to Cape Track (Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park) — A 135 km coastal walk that threads cliffs, wildflower slopes and hidden beaches between Cape Leeuwin and Cape Naturaliste. Short day sections are easy to stitch together; the combination of limestone caves, surf points and coastal heath is uniquely Margaret River-area.
- Ngilgi Cave, Yallingup — A show cave with dramatic stalactites and stalagmites plus a strong Noongar story attached to the site. Tours are intimate and the mix of geology and Indigenous cultural explanation makes this more than just another cave tour.
- Lake Cave (Mammoth Cave system) — A hush-quiet, almost theatrical cave with a mirror-like lake and a rare “suspended” calcite formation (the table). The lighting and reflections feel otherworldly - great for photos and for anyone who likes quiet, small-group cave experiences.
- Sugarloaf Rock (Cape Naturaliste) — A dramatic offshore dolerite stack that attracts seabirds and surfers, and it’s brilliant at sunset. It’s a short walk from the carpark; the coastline here has a sculpted, rugged feel you won’t confuse with anywhere else.
- Busselton Jetty & Underwater Observatory — One of the world’s longest timber jetties (1.8 km) with a quirky little train ride and an underwater observatory at the end. It’s an oddball mix of heritage timber, ocean life viewing and a classic seaside stroll—perfect if you want an easy activity after surfing or winery hopping.
- Hamelin Bay stingrays — Shallow, clear water and tame southern stingrays that come right up to people in the shallows. It’s one of those local-favorite wildlife encounters: gentle, memorable, and much more personal than big tourist aquariums.
- Boranup Karri Forest — Tall karri trees so dense and straight they feel cathedral-like when the light hits them. Drives and short walks through the forest are stunning at dawn or late afternoon; pair it with a surf stop or winery run and it becomes quintessential SW WA.
- D’Entrecasteaux National Park (Point D’Entrecasteaux & Windy Harbour) — Rugged granite coastline, secluded beaches and huge rock platforms where few tourists linger. Bring a pack, go for a coastal walk, watch for whales in season. This is the quieter, wilder side of the South West and a proper local hideaway.
- Nannup & the Blackwood River valley — Small timber-town charm, galleries and seasonal markets, with canoeing and lazy river swims on the Blackwood. It’s where locals escape to for music festivals, farm-gate produce and quiet paddles - the sort of place that feels like the region’s heartbeat rather than its brochure.
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Hi, I’m Johan (Netherlands 🇳🇱), the creator of TakeYourBackpack. Over the past decade, I’ve backpacked through 80+ countries across six continents, gaining extensive experience with independent travel, long-term trips, and overland routes.