Episode 5
08/03/14
Dan Paris
Any excuse will do, Beautiful Margaret River has you covered for every occasion.With its spectacular scenery, culinary delights, premium award winning wineries, stunning beaches, world class breaks, ancient caves and only 3 and half hours' drive from Perth.Even a budget traveller can enjoy this 5 star destination.
Seekers of leisure, this is your paradise!
- To see the tallest Lighthouse on mainland Australia where the Indian Ocean meets the southern Ocean, Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse visiting hours are from 8:45 to 5:00pm most days. Note: There is a small entry fee of around $5 for adults and $3 for children. To find out more about the famous lighthouse simply visit MargeretRiver.comhere.
- The Karri Tree is the tallest hardwood in the world and unique to the southwest region of WA. The tree's on average live about 300 years but most of the Karri's found in Western Australia are less than 200 year old.
- Lake Cave is home to "suspended table" one of the only formations of its kind in the world. Tours to Lake Cave a recommended starting from 9:30am and taking place every hour, with additional tours during the holiday period. Find more information on the Cave and tours here.
- To find out more about what's happening in the South West or in Margaret river visit Tourism WA here.
