Tour overview
Walk the 132km Cape to Cape Track’s southern half in 3 days from Prevelly to Cape Leeuwin, covering a total of 64km with daily walks from 21-23km. Includes 4 nights comfortable coastal accommodation, delicious local catering, maps, logistics, transfers and support.
* Return and complete the Northern Highlights, so you’ve walked every step of the Track!
3-DAY SELF GUIDED SOUTHERN HIGHLIGHTS TOUR OF THE CAPE TO CAPE TRACK
Itinerary
Southern Highlights
DAY 1ARRIVAL DAY
Arrive in the Margaret River region in your own transport and check into your accommodation at the beachside hamlet of Gnarabup.
Today is a day to settle in and enjoy the Margaret River region. Perhaps visit a local winery or have a swim at nearby Gnarabup Beach. Relax and prepare for tomorrow’s hike. Enjoy a dinner out at one of Margaret River’s great restaurants (own expense).
DAY 2PREVELLY TO BORANUP FOREST 22.5KM
A staff member will pick you up from your accommodation and drop you off at the start point of your hike with lunch.
From the limestone ridge at Prevelly head down into the sheltered creekline of Boodjidup Brook. Continue on and experience the white sands of Boodjidup before reaching historic Redgate Beach. Next is very likely one of the best sections of the Cape to Cape Track: the scenic coastal cliffs at Bob’s Hollow and Contos (although we may be biased as our staff have adopted and maintain this leg!).
Enter the majestic karri forest, home to the world’s third tallest hardwood. A longer day, but the solid track under foot and afternoon shade of the Karri forest make it all seem easy.
A staff member will collect you from the forest with a delicious meal for you to enjoy in the comfort of your accommodation.
DAY 3BORANUP FOREST TO COSY CORNER 20.5KM
A staff member will meet you at your accommodation and transfer you to the beginning of your hike with your lunch.
Starting amongst the tall karris of Boranup Forest, home to an array of wildlife and wildflowers in season. Head south, back into the coastal heath, and down onto the stunningly beautiful Boranup Beach. 7kms of sand walking later, find the protected Hamelin Bay, home to some of the Cape’s friendliest stingrays who love a feed of freshly caught fish.
Continue on past the many islands and headlands until you arrive at the stunning Cosy Corner. Here, a staff member will collect you from the forest with a delicious meal for you to enjoy in the comfort of your accommodation.
DAY 4COSY CORNER TO CAPE LEEUWIN 21KM
A staff member will meet you at your accommodation with your lunch and transfer your to the beginning of your final day of hiking.
The last leg of the Cape to Cape Track faces more into the south than the rest of the coast. True wilderness with limited road access, the sights are reserved for the local hooded plovers and you. Granite headlands are broken up by long sections of shoe-sucking sand.
Formidable, but every step takes you closer to the Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse and the moment of celebration.
Take yourself out for a delicious celebratory dinner this evening and relish in your achievements.
DAY 5DEPARTURE DAY
Enjoy a leisurely morning and check out of your accommodation by 10am.
All distances are based on the latest version of the official Cape to Cape Track guide book. They are approximate measurements and may not exactly match your personal devices.
Inclusions and exclusions
Package includes
- Welcome session: Unique session with our staff to learn about the unique geology, flora and fauna with an insightful induction at the head of the track.
- 3 days self-guided walking with state of the art tracking service and emergency support: all support staff carry first aid and communications equipment.
- 4 nights accommodation at coastal resort in the hamlet of Gnarabup/Margaret River WA.
- Cape to Cape Explorer Tours daily custom track notes, maps and a complimentary copy of Jane Scott’s Cape to Cape Track guide book.
- All planning, logistical, administrative and on-ground support.
- Daily check ins, information and tips from our locally based director and staff – nobody knows the Cape to Cape Track like Cape to Cape Explorer Tours.
Exclusions
- Restaurant meals on open nights (at your own cost)
Accommodation and meals
Accommodation
Glamping
If you choose our glamping option you'll be staying at our hiking hub Surfpoint Resort. Surfpoint's private campground features spacious non-powered bell tents which include a queen bed, solar lighting, floor rugs and access to all of Surfpoint’s facilities including power for charging phones inside the complex. Situated in stunning native gardens, you'll love the peace and tranquility.
Surfpoint Resort accommodation upgrade
You can choose to upgrade your accommodation from a glamping tent to a private room at Surfpoint Resort.
An upgrade to a private Non Ensuite Room is $300 per person for the week. Select from King or Twin bed configuration. With TV and air conditioning. Shared bathroom facilities located next to your room.
An upgrade to a private Ensuite Room is $600 per person for the week. Choose from ultra-comfortable Sealy Posture-pedic Queen/King or Twin beds. With private ensuite plus TV, air conditioning, fridge, tea/coffee facilities.
Please note, if Surfpoint Resort is fully booked we occasionally use alternate accommodation at Margarets Beach Resort or The Break - Margaret River Beach Houses, which are both located right next door.
Meals
- Supply box with a great variety of items for fresh and tasty daily breakfasts. Items are subject to change depending on availability and seasonality, but can include our in-house muesli blend and chia pudding; eggs and breakfast items such as mushrooms, spinach and cherry tomatoes; yoghurt, fresh fruit and wood fired bread; tea & coffee.
- 3 packed lunches, including freshly prepared nutritious meat or salad roll and track snacks
- 2 delicious evening meals prepared by our in-house catering company; The other night's meals are left open for you to choose at a local restaurant (at your own cost)
Getting There
By car: Drive your own vehicle or a hire car to the Margaret River region (3.5hrs if coming from Perth) and check into your accommodation.
By plane: If you’re flying into Perth, we strongly recommend booking a hire car and driving down to the Margaret River region. If flying into Busselton, hire care services are limited so we recommend booking a pick up and drop off with us (choose this add-on when booking your tour).
By bus: Bus services are available from Perth and regional WA to the Margaret River region. Check our FAQs for more info and let us know your arrival time.
Please note: We have a courtesy car for self-guided hikers to use, strictly subject to availability. Contact us for more info.
Training and preparation
The Cape to Cape Track can be a challenging walk at times due to the diversity and nature of the terrain and requires preparation. The experience ranges from extended soft sand beach slogs, through to steep (but short) climbs over loose limestone. It involves long, extended hikes that will challenge even the fittest in the group at one time or another. As such, pre-trip preparation is strongly recommended to make the event enjoyable and to reduce the risk of injury.
We recommend three key elements to your preparation:
1. Regular training
We strongly recommend training regularly at least 2 months out from the commencement of the tour. This should include some back-to-back day walks and extended walks greater than 15km. We recommend getting off footpaths and bitumen for as much as possible. Some sand walking and hill walking will really help to build the fitness need on the track.
2. Well worn-in boots
The main issue to interrupt a walk of this nature is not the fitness of the participants, but problems with feet, socks and/or shoes. We strongly recommend that all participants have very well-worn-in boots that they have trained in extensively prior to the walk. Issues often emerge even with well worn-in footwear after 7 days of back to back walking. This training should also trial any new socks etc. that may be worn during the walk. Training on a range of surfaces and topography will best test gear, shoes-and your body, prior to tackling the diversity of the Track. Having some back up footwear available including runners or hiking sandals often comes in handy on sand stretches or if blisters occur with your main pair of shoes/boots.
3. Foot care
It will be your responsibility to manage your personal foot care during the course of the tour and address any minor rubbing or ‘hotspots’ straight away so as to avoid these becoming significant obstacles to completing the walk. You should carry a range of dressings and equipment to assist you to manage minor issues before they become serious. CCET guides carry a kit for feet treatment in the case of an emergency. Prepare now and reap the rewards during your time on the Cape to Cape Track!
Optional Extras
Massages
Please contact Gabi
Price: 60 minutes – $150
Phone: 0467 331 991
Email: kitegabi@yahoo.com
Massages are available on the days you are located in southern accommodation.
We recommend local massage provider Gabi, who specialises in deep tissue, trigger point therapy, myofascial release, relaxation and manual lymphatic drainage, and will come to your accommodation.
