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Walk 135 km of Western Australia's dramatic coast without camping: cliff-top trails, karri forest and lighthouse finishes on an 8-day guided tour based from Margaret River. Small groups, lodge accommodation, and flexible daily options make this ideal for walkers with moderate fitness.
Walk 135 km of Western Australia's dramatic coast without camping: cliff-top trails, karri forest and lighthouse finishes on an 8-day guided tour based from Margaret River. Small groups, lodge accommodation, and flexible daily options make this ideal for walkers with moderate fitness.
Breathe in the Atlantic wind on a limestone shelf and feel the track pull you toward a distant lighthouse. On day one you step off the bus at Cape Naturaliste, shoulders light with just a daypack, and walk cliff-top trails that open into white sand coves and turquoise surf.
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Operated by Inspiration Outdoors · Margaret River, Western Australia
Breathe in the Atlantic wind on a limestone shelf and feel the track pull you toward a distant lighthouse. On day one you step off the bus at Cape Naturaliste, shoulders light with just a daypack, and walk cliff-top trails that open into white sand coves and turquoise surf.
The Cape to Cape Track follows about 135 km of Western Australia's Leeuwin-Naturaliste coastline between Cape Naturaliste and Cape Leeuwin. Geologically the route alternates red granite headlands, limestone ledges with blowholes, and pockets of karri forest carved on laterite soils. This country sits on Wardandi Noongar land; local history includes early lighthouse construction at Cape Leeuwin (late 19th century) and coastal fishing communities that shaped the region's character. Expect cultural markers at homesteads like Ellensbrook and evidence of shipwreck-era navigation near conspicuous headlands.
Days vary — typical daily walks range from 14–24 km with optional shorter segments — and terrain switches between firm, cliff-top tracks, sandy beach stretches and shaded forest paths. Guides manage logistics: two professionals, lodge-style accommodation each night in Margaret River, home-cooked morning teas and most meals included. Small groups (max 12) make the pace social and supportive; there are opt-out points and rest-day flexibility.
Practical tips: train on uneven ground and sand, time exposed sections for cooler parts of the day, pack layered sun protection and reef-safe sunscreen, and bring gaiters or poles for sandy stretches. With moderate fitness, a good pair of boots and sensible hydration, the Cape to Cape delivers coastal drama and calm in equal measure.
moderate.
8 days.
Suitable for walkers with a moderate fitness base who can handle 14–24 km days with some sandy and uneven sections
A moderate level of fitness is required: expect consecutive days of 14–24 km over mixed terrain. The tour offers shorter options and rest days if needed.
No — accommodation is lodge-style in Margaret River each night with luggage transfers included; carry only a daypack while walking.
Most meals are included (breakfasts, 7 lunches, 7 dinners and homemade morning teas); note lunch on the final day is not included per the operator details.
The tour starts/finishes in Perth or Fremantle with pickups available from Perth, Fremantle, Mandurah and Busselton; the final return is to Perth mid-afternoon on day 8.
The track runs through Wardandi Noongar country and past colonial-era sites such as Ellensbrook; Cape Leeuwin and Naturaliste lighthouses were constructed in the late 19th/early 20th centuries to aid coastal navigation.
Stick to marked trails to protect fragile dune vegetation and karri understory; the region relies on responsible tourism to limit erosion, invasive weeds and disturbance to native fauna.
Inspiration Outdoors operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
Breathe in the Atlantic wind on a limestone shelf and feel the track pull you toward a distant lighthouse. On day one you step off the bus at Cape Naturaliste, shoulders light with just a daypack, and walk cliff-top trails that open into white sand coves and turquoise surf.
Breathe in the Atlantic wind on a limestone shelf and feel the track pull you toward a distant lighthouse. On day one you step off the bus at Cape Naturaliste, shoulders light with just a daypack, and walk cliff-top trails that open into white sand coves and turquoise surf.
The Cape to Cape Track follows about 135 km of Western Australia's Leeuwin-Naturaliste coastline between Cape Naturaliste and Cape Leeuwin. Geologically the route alternates red granite headlands, limestone ledges with blowholes, and pockets of karri forest carved on laterite soils. This country sits on Wardandi Noongar land; local history includes early lighthouse construction at Cape Leeuwin (late 19th century) and coastal fishing communities that shaped the region's character. Expect cultural markers at homesteads like Ellensbrook and evidence of shipwreck-era navigation near conspicuous headlands.
Days vary — typical daily walks range from 14–24 km with optional shorter segments — and terrain switches between firm, cliff-top tracks, sandy beach stretches and shaded forest paths. Guides manage logistics: two professionals, lodge-style accommodation each night in Margaret River, home-cooked morning teas and most meals included. Small groups (max 12) make the pace social and supportive; there are opt-out points and rest-day flexibility.
Practical tips: train on uneven ground and sand, time exposed sections for cooler parts of the day, pack layered sun protection and reef-safe sunscreen, and bring gaiters or poles for sandy stretches. With moderate fitness, a good pair of boots and sensible hydration, the Cape to Cape delivers coastal drama and calm in equal measure.