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Arrival Day 8th November: Fly into Perth, stay 1 night
Day 1: Walk Cape Naturaliste to Yallingup 13.75km
Enjoy complimentary morning pick up from Perth CBD in Cape to Cape Explorer Tours’ transfer vehicle straight down to begin walking from Cape Naturaliste. The first section of the Cape to Cape Track begins with a gentle down hill stroll on the ‘access-for-all’ section of track to the stunning vistas of Sugar Loaf Rock. The Track then runs along an extended section of carved limestone sea cliffs before reaching the coastal hamlet of Yallingup – ‘The Place of Love’. At the end of the day you’ll be driven to our “home base” to shower, relax, and enjoy a beautiful meal together.
Day 2: Yallingup to Moses Rock 18.75km
From Yallingup pass over the granite headland at Torpedo Rock and on to the fabled Smiths Beach. After Smith’s Beach the topography changes quickly as giant granite marbles dominate near Canal Rocks. Travel high over the ridge and past Rotary Lookout, before dropping back down on to the beach at Injidup. Travel up high over the ridge, through the coastal tee tree and back onto the wild south-west facing coast. Weave through stunning areas of limestone cliff and granite before walking through the stunted vegetation and granite fields of Moses Rock.
Day 3: Moses Rock to Gracetown 16.25kms
This morning the Track rises high over several large limestone headlands before flattening out on Wilyabrup Beach. A wonderfully constructed staircase then guides walkers up and onto the stunning sea cliffs that form the famous climbing buttresses of Wilyabrup Cliffs. After passing the cliffs, the Track drops back down onto the beach, passing the famous, though severe, surfing breaks of Gallows and Guillotines. The coast then turns decidedly rocky as it ducks and weaves over picturesque granite boulders and finally into the pretty hamlet of Gracetown. Relax here and enjoy an afternoon swim to sooth the muscles and mind!
Day 4: Gracetown to Prevelly 21km
Beginning at the picturesque hamlet of Gracetown, follow the low coastline to the historic settlement of Ellensbrook. From Ellensbrook, the Track quickly leaves the coast and meanders through sand dunes and past Ellensbrook homestead and Meekadarbee Falls. Visit the isolated coves of Gnoocardup and turquoise bay of Kilcarnup. Marvel at the centuries-old osprey nest in Horseshoe Bay.
Day 5: Prevelly to Boranup Forest 22.5km
Take in some of the world’s finest surfing coastline from the limestone ridge at Prevelly then head down into the sheltered creekline of Boodjidup Brook. Continue on and experience the white sands of Boodjidup Beach 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 CCET have adopted and maintain this leg!). Walk into base camp nestled under the WA Peppermint trees, keep an eye out for emus, possums and even phascogales in one the south west’s best campsites.
Day 6: Boranup Forest to Cosy Corner 21km
Within minutes of heading out from camp, the track reveals yet another side of its beauty and personality with the a dramatic vegetation change seeing the whole morning spent under the canopy of Jarrah, Marri and Karri trees as you soak up the beauty of the famous 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 and often deserted 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.
Day 7: Cosy Corner to Cape Leeuwin 21.5km
The last leg of the Cape to Cape Track, this stretch 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 walkers. Granite headlands are broken up by long sections of shoe-sucking sand. Formidable, but every step takes you closer to the Leeuwin lighthouse and the moment of celebration. We’ll head out for an epic celebration meal tonight with an accompanying slide show of the week’s photos! Each participant will get to take a copy of this home.
Day 8: Free Day
Free Day at the Surfpoint Resort to spend at your leisure. Tour the local Margaret River Wineries, swim, or just lounge around, it’s up to you!
Day 9: Departure Day
Depart Surfpoint Resort via Margaret River townsite for Perth in Cape to Cape Explorer Tours’ transfer vehicle approx 9am.
Day 10: Free Day
Free day in Perth. Exploring, shopping, massages, or nothing at all!
Day 11: Depart Perth
Package Includes:
12 Weeks Training with Hiking Group. It is recommended that you develop enough fitness to hike 12km (off trail) 2 days in a row, or 15km (on footpaths) 2 days in a row, before commencing the training for this trip!
Complimentary transfers between our central pick up points in Perth and Margaret River (you’ll need to organise your own transfers from the Airport to the hotel).
x 7 days fully-guided walking, with full emergency support: expert local guides carry first aid and communications equipment.
x 7 nights resort based accommodation at Surfpoint Resort.
All catering on hiking days, with a focus on fresh and healthy food, using local produce and exploring the foodie delights of the region as listed below:
x 7 fresh breakfasts
x 7 packed lunches, including gourmet meat/ salad roll, juice and track snacks
x 6 evening meals; the final night’s celebration dinner at a local restaurant is not included.
Alcoholic beverages are not included, but opportunities will be provided for you to visit local wineries and purchase beverages of your choice.
A selection of your walking experiences’ best photos will be collected during the week, and uploaded to the internet to be distributed to you after your walk free of charge.
Cape to Cape Track completion certificate.
x3 nights accommodation at the Perth Ambassador Hotel
All planning, logistical, administrative and on-ground support, including intimate knowledge of weather patterns, creek crossings and Track conditions.
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