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The South Coast of WA is home to a pristine and rugged coastline, magnificent forests, turquoise bays, white sandy beaches and awe-inspiring scenery!The Walpole Wilderness Gourmet Adventure has been carefully crafted to incorporate the best hiking trails, restaurants, wineries and attractions the South Coast Region has to offer.
Over six days, you will hike sections of the world-class Bibbulmun Track as well as summit Mt Frankland and Mt Lindesay. You will hike through majestic karri or tingle forests, summit mountains, experience stunning coastal clifftops, clamber over ancient granite boulders and even cruise the Nornalup Inlet.
Dining at only the best local restaurants such as Pepper & Salt and the Lake House Winery will give you the chance to ignite your senses and taste the regions’ best produce and wines.
You will stay at the picturesque Chimes Spa Retreat in Denmark, which offers gorgeous views over William Bay and is surrounded by beautiful lush bushland. This is the perfect base for the experience which will provide you the opportunity to switch off, relax and rejuvenate your soul.
Incorporating the incredible WOW Wilderness Cruise with Guide Gary Muir and the Treetop Walk deep in the Walpole Wilderness, this experience is the ultimate immersive way to discover the highlights of the region.
Includes:
👣6 day guided adventure experience with Off The Beaten Track WA
👣5 days guided walking with Off The Beaten Track WA
👣5 nights accommodation (twin or queen room) at Chimes Spa Retreat (extra charge for own room available)
👣All transfers to/from Perth. If you’d like to self-drive to/from the South Coast, please advise when booking in the ‘special requirements’ section
👣All transfers to/from Resort to Cape to Cape Track
👣 Breakfast at Chimes Spa Retreat included daily
👣4 dinners at local restaurants including Pepper & Salt, Boston Brewing, plus one delicious home cooked meal dining at your accommodation
👣3 lunches at local restaurants – Grazing Board at The Lake House, pizzas at Little Bit Of Barker, & at Tall Timbers Brewing
👣 3 delicious packed lunches to enjoy on the trail
👣WOW Wilderness Boat Cruise
👣Entry into Valley of the Giants Treetop Walk
👣Visit to Bartholomew’s Meadery & Denmark Good Food Company for wine/mead/toffee tastings
👣All National Park fees
👣Complimentary use of hiking poles
👣All planning, logistical, administrative and on-ground support
👣Access to all experience photos via our private OTBT Connect facebook group
Price
Twin Share $3,459.75
Own Room $4,404.75
Itinerary
Day 1 – Friday
Mt Frankland Summit & Caldyunup trail | Distance 2KM
We’ll depart Perth at 7am with our eyes set on Mt Frankland, stopping in Manjimup for a bite to eat along the way. We’ll stretch our legs with a hike up to Mt Frankland Summit on the Caldyanup Trail, from here, we head to our accommodation to freshen up before whisking you off to dinner at Pepper & Salt, so get ready for your tastebuds to be delighted!
Day 2 – Saturday
WOW Cruise & Tingle Tree to Coalmine Beach | Distance 7KM
Fuel up with another beautiful breakfast at your accommodation before we hit the water with Gary Muir for a WOW Wilderness Boat Cruise of Nornalup Inlet, taking in the views and exploring coves, spotting stingrays and entertaining pelicans. After the cruise, you will enjoy a packed lunch while you paddle your feet in the Nornalup Inlet from the jetty. From here, we’ll visit the Giant Tingle Tree where you will hike 7km along the iconic Bibbulmun Track to Coalmine Beach where, before we head back to our accommodation. Dinner tonight will be at Denmark’s newest venue The Dam at Raintree.
Day 3 – Sunday
Valley of the Giants, Treetop Walk & Ancient Empire Walk & Conspicuous Cliffs | Distance 11KM
After a delicious breakfast, we’ll completely immerse ourselves in the Valley of the Giants Treetop Walk & Ancient Empire Walk, with trees 75 metres high and over 400 years old waiting to welcome us along the elevated walkway. After meandering 40m above the ground through the Tree Top Walk, we will hike 11.3kms to Conspicuous Cliffs, enjoying a packed lunch on the trail. Finishing with bubbles on the deck at the end of a beautiful section of the Bibbulmun Track. Dinner tonight will be enjoyed at Denmark Tavern, a true local gem.
Day 4 – Monday
Mt Hallowell, Monkey Rock, Greens Pool & Elephant Rock | Distance 5KM
After enjoying another gourmet breakfast, you will head to Denmark to hike 5.4kms on the Bibbulmun Track up Mt Hallowell to Monkey Rock, enjoying a packed lunch on the summit before being whisked away to the famous Lights Beach. We’ll take a drive to Greens Pool & Elephant Rock for some more exploration, and a swim for those who want to brave the cold waters! We will end the day’s activities with a visit to Bartholomews Meadery for some cheeky Mead tastings and a sample or two of local honey, and let’s not forget a honey ice cream! Dinner tonight will be served at your accommodation.
Day 5 – Tuesday
Mt Lindesay & The Lake House | Distance 10KM
After breakfast we’ll drive to Mt Lindesay to hike the 10km return to the summit and back, with views of the Stirling Range and Porongurups in sight on a clear day. You will enjoy morning tea whilst admiring the summit views. This hike is steep, but not technical, so achievable for most with a reasonable level of fitness. From the dizzying heights, we will then head to The Lake House to enjoy a gourmet grazing board of local delights for lunch. You’ll have a chance to taste wines and local products at ‘The Shed’ before we head back to your accommodation for a restful afternoon. Dinner tonight will be at Boston Brewing.
Day 6 – Wednesday
Travel Day to Perth
After another delicious breakfast, we will check out of our accommodation and head over to the amazing Denmark Good Food Factory where you’ll get to sample a selection of locally produced toffees and home made chutneys, jams and spreads before we hit the road back home. We will take a brief stop for a pizza lunch in Mt Barker at Little Bit Of Barker. Arriving back to Perth at approximately 6:00pm, you will be feeling refreshed, invigorated and completely relaxed after spending 6 days exploring WA’s Amazing South Coast Region, Off The Beaten Track style!
Accommodation
We look forward to welcoming our guests to Chimes Spa Retreat.
Chimes offers our Guests luxurious suites, where you can explore the cosy corners in their tranquil gardens and soothe your senses at the Chimes Day Spa. Featuring panoramic views over the Wilson Inlet and a picturesque coastline, and close to Denmark town centre, several eateries and wineries, Chimes Spa Retreat is the perfect stay to explore the Great Southern. Guests upgrading to their own room or staying with their partner will enjoy the open plan layout and a soak in the hot tub in the evenings (complete with views and incredible ambience).For our guests opting to stay in a Twin Share room, we will provide room dividers on either side of the hot tub/bathroom to offer privacy for guests when utilising the in room hot tub or shower.
Tour Terrain & Experience Level
Fitness Level: The hikes are suitable for hikers with any level of experience and a reasonable level of fitness. We will be hiking up granite peaks, but you’ll be well supported by our Team.
Gradient/Terrain: Moderate
Tour Departure Point
9:00am – Charter Bus Parking Area, Hay Street, Perth (Opposite Holiday Inn).
9:45am – Kwinana Train Station, Car Park 1, Drop off and pick up zone (Next to Taxi rank)
What to Bring:
Your booking confirmation email will contain a link to a comprehensive Guest Information Pack for this tour. Inside, you’ll find a suggested packing list along with plenty of useful details to help you prepare! In short, you’ll need:
🧡hiking day backpack & gear
🧡hiking clothes & shoes
🧡overnight bag & personal items
🧡casual clothing & shoes for evenings & restaurants
🧡A good attitude and big smile!
Accessibility: This tour may be suitable for people with a cognitive disability, ASD, low hearing, low vision, or other disabilities. Please Contact Us to discuss your needs – we’ll do everything we can to adapt this experience for YOU to be part of the adventure! We’re committed to inclusivity and accessible trails for all.
Booking & Cancellation Policy
Payment: To secure your place on this tour you can either pay in full or pay a 20% deposit. With the balance due 30 days prior to tour departure. Payment requests will be emailed at intervals leading up to your departure to make paying off the balance more manageable.
Before booking, please take note of our payments & cancellation policies
https://offthebeatentrackwa.com.au/terms-conditions/
Off The Beaten Track WA is an award-winning, fully accredited Western Australian tourism business, delivering high-quality guided hiking and adventure experiences. Our trained Lead Guides and Support Guides are there to support you every step of the way, carrying two-way communication devices and a personal location beacon when mobile coverage is limited. Fully licensed and insured, we focus on creating safe, well-run and genuinely memorable experience out on the trail.
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