Hike Western Australia's Cape to Cape Track

Reiseverlauf 2026

1. Tag 1

   Perth to Yallingup

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   Departing from Perth, we reach Cape Naturaliste by lunch time. Enjoy the first of many fresh picnic lunches for the week on the lawn at the Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse and get to know your companions for the week. Today's walk on the Cape to Cape track is relatively easy with mostly cliff-top trails and some beach walking. Keep an eye out for dolphins! Continue to your accommodation in Yalligup where you will spend the first two nights of your trip. Head out for dinner with the group tonight.
   The trip pickup will be at 7:45am from the Tourist Bus Stop at 37 Beaufort Street near the corner of James Street. Please be on time as we will depart Perth right away. Today’s walk is approximately 14 kilometres. Today’s walk from Cape Naturaliste includes Grade 2-3 (easy - moderate) sections, such as the accessible trail from the Lighthouse to Sugarloaf Rock, taking around 5 hours. Note, as we walk on the first afternoon, please wear your hiking clothes on the bus and bring your day pack ready to go. After our walk, the bus will meet us, then we will drive to our accommodation in Yallingup.
2. Tag 2

   Margaret River

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   Some beach walking in the morning, and superb coastal views all day. The red granite boulders, white sandy beaches and turquoise waters provide a stunning contrast along this section of rugged coastline. We'll have lunch at the surfing mecca, Injidup, visit Quinninup Falls and finish with ocean views at Moses Rock. Then head to the Ngilgi Caves for a bushwalk with a First Nations guide who will reveal the secrets of traditional medicinal plants. Traverse into the depths of ancient Ngilgi Cave after it closes to the public. Here, experience the spine-tingling resonance of the didgeridoo, and listen to an authentic interpretation of Wadandi and Bibbulmum culture. It’s a truly memorable lifetime experience that connects you with the Dreaming spirits that have shaped the lives of the local people since the beginning of time. Return to your accommodation in Yallingup.
   Today there are options of walks from 10km to 18km that include some soft beach sand sections, rocky streches and some long stair climbs. There is an opt out spot when we stop for lunch at Injidup Beach. This shortens today's walk to 10km.
3. Tag 3

   Margaret River

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   This is a great day, and relatively easy - although there are a few hills and some sandy patches. The magnificent sweeping views of the coast from cliff-top vantage points, and the towering granite cliffs of Willyabrup are two of many highlights. If the weather's nice, you might enjoy a refreshing swim in the sheltered bay at Gracetown. Or just soak those feet as you reflect on another great day on the Cape to Cape track. Head to your next accommodation in Margaret River for the next 5 nights.
   We walk for a total of around 16km today, climbing a few hills and crossing some sandy patches.
4. Tag 4

   Margaret River

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   It's fairly easy walking among coastal heath to Ellensbrook historic homestead, where you can enjoy morning tea and explore the grounds. The track then takes an inland route, which gives us a good appreciation of the landscape away from the ocean for a while. After lunch we're back on the coast, and a very pleasant beach walk takes us to Cape Mentelle. We finish the day at the Margaret River mouth - a good place for a swim if it's warm.
   There are options of walks from 7 km to 20km today. There is an opt out spot at Ellenbrook homestead where we stop for morning tea, shortening today's walk to 7km.
5. Tag 5

   Margaret River

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   A beautiful variety of scenery awaits us today! We'll head inland again to start with, and enjoy morning tea beside the Boodjidup brook. A beach walk takes us to Redgate for lunch and then a spectacular stretch of cliff-top walking sees us reach shady Contos Campground for afternoon tea. The final part of the day is through the cool peaceful forest on firm, easy tracks. It's a wonderful end to a wonderful day on the Cape to Cape track. Despite the distance, today is not usually considered the most difficult.
   Today we have the option of walking between 17km to 24km. There is an opt out spot at Contos Campground where we stop for afternoon tea. This shortens today's walk to 17kms.
6. Tag 6

   Margaret River

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   This morning we continue through the karri forest before making our way down to the aqua-blue waters of Hamelin Bay. This 6 km beach stretch can be very enjoyable, with the right mindset. Enjoy the peace, the view and the moment as you walk into Hamelin Bay for a picnic lunch. After lunch it's a short but challenging hike up to the tiny Foul Bay Lighthouse, with sweeping views back along the coast. Then before you know it, you'll reach the end of another beautiful day.
   There are options for walking 15km or 20km today, with 6km of the route being a challenging 6km beach stretch. There is an opt out point at Hamelin Bay that shortens today's walk to 15km, and also takes out 1 of the beach sections.
7. Tag 7

   Margaret River

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   This can be an exciting last day, especially if it's windy! Much of the walking is along a limestone ledge close to the sea, complete with blowholes! There is a long beach stretch where you can daydream about all that you've achieved this week. After that we head inland, occasionally sighting the Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse, signalling the end of your walk. Your Cape to Cape track 'end to end' hike officially finishes at the Cape Leeuwin lighthouse. At the end of this memorable journey, it's time to kick off your boots and celebrate your wonderful achievement!
   Today's walk is 21km total
8. Tag 8

   Perth

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   Enjoy a sleep in and a leisurely breakfast with your morning free in Margaret River. Pick up some take-away lunch (own expense) before we head back to Perth, arriving by mid afternoon (usually between 2.30 and 3pm).