News, yarns and blogs from the Cape to Cape Track!
Feature Species: Slender Tree Frog (Litoria adelaidensis)
So far this summer has shaped up to be one of rather tropical characteristics. Warm days, high humidity and unseasonal summer rains in the southwest have created the perfect breeding ground for an array of insects. With all the extra water around this summer, the...
Hens Day Hike a Hit!
Last week a group of lovely local ladies joined us to take a look at their own backyard and enjoy a pre-wedding celebration for their dear friend Mandy! A hen's day with a difference, we started the adventure with a hike from Smiths Beach to the Aquarium. With the...
West Coast Swimming Club joins us for performance camp!
Up and coming athletes from the UWA West Coast Swimming Club made their way down to Margaret River for a 'Performance Camp' to welcome in the new year. In the pool at the Margaret River Recreation Centre and out on the Cape to Cape Track, everyone had a great time...
Year One’s from Margaret River Independent School take on the Track!
The students from the Margaret River Independent School are always so much fun to take out exploring on the Cape to Cape Track! These local kids spend their days learning in small classes in a beautiful bush setting about 10kms south of Margaret River. The schools...
All the gear with great ideas; tips for happy hiking with Nyree
Heading out to explore a trail or take on a long distance hike for the first time is both an exciting and daunting experience. Around a quarter of our hikers are about to embark on their first ever multi-day long distance walk when we meet them for the first time and...
Staff Christmas party a hoot!
On Saturday 10th December the team from Cape to Cape Explorer Tours got together to celebrate another amazing year showing hikers the incredible trail that we are all so passionate about! We spent the day under the shade of the Melaleuca tree's and down on the beach...
Lock the Gate on Fracking in the Southwest
The Margaret River Region lies right in the middle of one of the worlds 36 biodiversity hotspots. With over 7,500 plant species with half of those being found no where else in the world, it should come as no surprise that in 1 hectare of pristine bushland here in the...
A Whale of Time for our Humpbacks!
It doesn't matter how many times you've seen a Humpback breach, you still can't help but to stop in awe of these enormous, majestic and mystical creatures! With adults measuring 12-16 meters in length and weighing in at a whopping 30,000kg there is still something so...
Enjoy the extras on one of our guided end-to-end experiences!
Our guided end-to-end hikes run back to back throughout Spring and so far this year our groups have been having an absolute blast! Not only are they loving the Track and learning about all the different environmental and social elements that make the Margaret River...
Wonderful Wildflowers
Heading into October, the wildflowers are well and truely on display down in Margaret River! With over 1200mm of rain so far this year, all our native flora is absolutely bursting with beautiful colours. Although our native orchids are exquisite, there are also many...
Walking Back in Time with Kalgoorlie Primary School
The year six's from Kalgoorlie Primary School recently visited the Margaret River Region for they school camp. Staying at Wharncliffe Mill just by the Margaret River, the kids spent a whole week exploring through the area. As part of their camp they joined Cape to...
Product Review: Keens Newport H2
You can currently pick these walking sandals up for $99.95 from the Mountain Designs Outlet online store. Walking over 100kms in boots can sometimes take its toll on our most precious hiking asset. It can be a relief to give your feet a breather for a day or 2 during...
Splendid July School Holidays
This July school holidays have been the busiest yet at Cape to Cape Explorer Tours! Even though we have had some wet and windy weather in the Margaret River Region, we've been out and about on the Track and underground. The Loh family joined us last week for a Sunset,...
Not all snakes are dangerous!
The Elapognathus coronets (Western crowned snake) is commonly spotted by our walkers on the Cape to Cape Track. Growing up to 70cm's in length, this small snake will usually freeze when approached but will timidly squirm away with any sudden movement. Active...
Just another day in WA
Just another day in WA is the new campaign just launched by Tourism Western Australia under the Experience Extraordinary brand. It's true, there are so many amazing experiences to be had here in Western Australia that us who are lucky enough to live here sometimes...
Getting friendly with the Cape to Cape Track
Over the last couple of weeks we have been walking with the Friends of the Cape to Cape Track (FOCCT) group. Biannually, Cape to Cape Explorer Tours offers the end-to-end walk to members of the Friends Group where they can join one or both of the 4 day legs with our...
Shine a Light Cape to Cape Fundraiser Walk
From 5th - 12th October 2016 Cape to Cape Explorer Tours will be supporting the Shine a Light project in their endeavour to raise funds for refugees both at home and abroad. Last year the Shine a Light project raised $14,000 which went towards the purchase of solar...
Science Proves There is Happiness in Hiking!
Recently a lot of evidence has surfaced explaining the science behind how walking in nature can actually change our brains for the better! A dynamic community of writers cooperatively known as Collective Evolution have recently published an article that went viral...
Gucci team explores the Cape to Cape Track
Luxury Margaret River travel experts, Experiencesmith, Smiths Beach Resort and Cape to Cape Explorer Tours had the pleasure of hosting the executive team from Gucci Australia over the weekend. The team took a walk on Sunday morning with Cape to Cape Explorer Tours...
Warburton’s Wonder World hits the Cape to Cape
After travelling the Southern Hemisphere for several months, Jim and Lesley Warburton took a break from the trains and boats and decided to tackle Cape to Cape Explorer Tours 8 Day Self Guided Catered Comforts hike. Reining from England where they had previously...
Great Sandy Wall of China
Cape to Cape Explorer Tours shared a beautiful afternoon at Redgate Beach yesterday with the film crew from Chinese travel show “Tico Take Us to…Australia” (Tico 伴我游澳洲). The show features six Chinese families travelling together to Australia, and focusses strongly on...
Vasse Felix Day Top Notch!
Thursday 16th December saw the whole team at Vasse Felix join Cape to Cape Explorer Tours for they annual 'Vasse Felix Day' celebration. Eighty staff based in Margaret River, Perth, Sydney and even London took a guided walk from Whaleback Rock (just north of...
‘Old heave ho’ for the Dockers Newest Recruits
On a sunny Saturday afternoon late last month, the 1st and 2nd year draft picks for the almighty Fremantle Dockers cruised into Gracetown, having no idea what the following two days would beseech of them. Immediately split into two teams, Red and Blue, the boys were...
United, Relentless and Brave
What better way for the Western Force to commence their pre-season training than with a gruelling three day program with Cape to Cape Explorer Tours! Based out of Gracetown, Western Australia's premiere rugby team will be put through their paces with an underlying...
In our spare time…
Gene Hardy holds many titles but by far the most important to him is husband and father. During spare time with the family you can find the whole Hardy crew bonding over barrels between the capes. Wife Sunny and daughters Willow, 7 and Olive, 5 love getting out in the...
SALEWA ‘Get Vertical’ Winners Out on the Track!
Earlier this season we were joined by the winners of the SALEWA 'Get Vertical' Competition for a four day guided camping experience on the Cape to Cape Track! SALEWA is a European adventure gear company with a huge portfolio of products from clothing and footwear to...
Jesse Desjardins second round of Cape to Cape Action!
Tourism Australia's Jesse Desjardins caught up with Gene Hardy on his recent trip to the Margaret River Region to tackle the Cape to Cape Tack for the second time!!! In February, Jesse consulted Gene prior to his solo end-to-end experience which they concluded with a...
Gene Hardy tops listeners poll in Customer-Centric ‘Insight from Businesses’ podcast
Earlier this year author, podcaster and speaker Mel Telecican from Customer-Centric Coach joined Cape to Cape Explorer Tour for our 8 Day End-to-End Catered Comforts. Mel was not only in awe of the diversity and beauty of the Cape to Cape track, but also the teams...
Spring has SPRUNG!
Spring is well and truly here in the Margaret River Region! The beautiful change in season has brought sunshine and wildflowers in abundance! Late August through to late November really is the perfect time of year to get outdoors and experience the true biodiversity...
Home ANZ Margaret River Region Business Awards WINNERS!
WINNERS! Tourism Business Excellence Award & Industry Development Award (from left to right) Alana Madaschi, Gene Hardy, Saul Cresswell and Nyree Barrett Cape to Cape Explorer Tours were very honoured to take home two awards at the Home ANZ Margaret River Region...
Cape to Cape Tracked trimmed and looking great for Spring!
Conditions are looking fantastic out on the Cape to Cape Track this spring, following a warm winter. Members of the Cape to Cape Explorer Tours team made the most of a perfect sunny day recently, including Managing Director Gene Hardy and Operations Coordinator Saul...
Journal of a group’s customised Cape to Cape Experience
A walking group writes whilst travelling, capturing their adventures on the way. The group from South Australian completed their 'Margaret River' section of the journal by joining Cape to Cape Explorer Tours on Customised 6 Day Group Tour for a memorable hiking trip...
Local Steiner School Camp Success
It was smiles all round on a recent school camp facilitated in the Margaret River region by Cape to Cape Explorer Tours. The inaugural get together with Yallingup Steiner School linked to the Australian Curricululm through Science, History, Geography, Geology and also...
Cape Mentelle ‘Coast House’ Coastal Lifestyle Experience thrills winners
'Simply Amazing', were the two words used to describe the experience of recent Cape Mentelle 'Coast House, Ultimate Coastal Lifestyle Experience winners Gina Hancock (24) and Mitch Teudt (25) of Sydney, Australia. The Ultimate Coastal Lifestyle winners received the...
Cape to Cape Track makes top industry hiking list
The Cape to Cape Track recently came in 5th place on a list compiled by Experience Oz, a leading travel website. The top industry list, Australia's 6 Walking Hotspots for 2015, consisted of the best hikes around the country. The Experience Oz website praised the...
Cape to Cape Track Remembers Past Walkers in Style
The Cape to Cape Track is certainly one of Australia's most scenic hikes, and now it also has one more classic cliff top seat to rest, relax and soak up the ambience thanks to the Friends of the Cape to Cape Track. The Track is scattered with a number of such seats,...
Live it, breathe it, film it, write about it
Cape to Cape Track offers some spectacular photo opportunities and last year we were joined by many International, National and Local Photographers, Journalists, Bloggers and Film Makers. These industry professionals included but not limited to Stanley Johnson, UK...
Spring Newsletter
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Hamelin Hikers head back for their finale in 2015
A group of female travel enthusiasts who journey together every year around Australia and the world including India and China continue to join us on the Cape to Cape Track. The group of eight 50-60 somethings have been visiting the Cape to Cape Track since 2007. With...
Finalists for WA tourism green award
We are proud to announce that we have been selected as a finalist in the Eco Tourism Category for the prestigious Perth Airport WA Tourism Awards. Now in their 42nd year, the Western Australian Tourism Awards are designed to reward and promote excellence within the...
Track Specialists finalists for trio of awards
Cape to Cape Track tour company named as finalists in three categories in the Margaret River Region Business Awards. With opportunity to take on the Tourism Excellence Award, Small Business of the Year Award and Western Australia Regional Small Business Award, Gene...
Playwright plays with words and imagery on the Track
World renowned Singaporean Playwright and Lawyer walks alone in the south west wilderness on a Self Guided Customised End-to-End Track Experience in June, the coldest winter month of the year. Talented and unique Ms Eleanor Wong, well known for her intellectual gift...
Is your glass half full?
Read how Travel Writer Lee Mylne fills hers up... https://aglasshalf-full.com/2014/07/13/walking-the-cape-to-cape-track/
Margaret River Wildflower Walks back for Spring 2014!
Following rave reviews from people from all corners of Australia last year, CCET is relaunching its Spring Wildflower Walks in 2014. To help share and educate visitors and locals about the awe inspiring wildflowers of the region, Cape to Cape Explorer Tours will now...
Our Great Friends of the Iconic Track
Last month members from the not-for-profit organisation, Friends of the Cape to Cape Track (FOCCT), joined Cape to Cape Explorer Tours on an eight day guided end to end walk of the Track. Jenny Kikeros, FOCCT member and nature enthusiast was amongst those who walked...
Top travel site awards Cape to Cape Tours twice
TripAdvisor, the world's largest travel site, has given Cape to Cape Explorer Tours an award which honours hospitality excellence for the second year in a row. The Certificate of Excellence is given only to establishments that consistently achieve outstanding...
New York Writer Says South Wester’s Are Living The Dream
Whilst touring the South West, hosted by Tourism WA and featuring Cape to Cape Explorer Tours, Ann Abel, US Travel Writer, enjoyed the food, the wine and the Cape to Cape Track. To read her article featured on Forbes website and to see why she thinks we are living the...
Father and Sons Celebrate on Track
To celebrate his 60th birthday Robert Chandler and his sons Dane, Nathan & Guy walked the whole Cape to Cape Track from End to End. Starting at Cape Naturaliste and heading South, Mr Chandler said that the Self Guided Tour was not only a scenic journey but also a...
Happy Walker Spreads Rays of Inspirational Light on Track
Terra Lalirra, depression awareness walker, joined us this week on a Camping End-to-Ender for sunset and caving as part of her journey around Oz. Whilst Ms Lalirra says she hasn't been walking long with 'The Happy Walk' starting on September 10th 2012, she has...
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