Walpole Wilderness Gourmet Adventure

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 William Bay Cottages/Chimes Spa Retreat in Denmark, which is situated on a 100 acre property and surrounded by beautiful lush bushland. The property neighbours Greens Pool & Elephant Rocks – two of WA’s most iconic beaches. 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.

Itinerary:

Day 1 – Friday | Mt Frankland Summit & Caldyanup Trail

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 and the Caldyanup Trail, before we head to our accommodation. Dinner tonight will be at Denmark's newest venue The Dam at Raintree.

Day 2 – Saturday

WOW Cruise, John Rate Lookout, Deep River & Tingle Tree to Coalmine Beach

Fuel up with a cooked breakfast made from ingredients in our breakfast basket 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 we will enjoy afternoon tea.

From here, we head back 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 3 – Sunday

Valley of the Giants, Treetop Walk & Ancient Empire Walk & Conspicuous Cliffs

After another 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 a sealed walkway. After meandering 40m above the ground through the Tree Top Walk, we will hike 17kms 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 served at our accommodation.

Day 4 – Monday

Mt Hallowell, Monkey Rock, Greens Pool & Elephant Rock

After enjoying another gourmet breakfast from your breakfast basket, you will head to Denmark to hike 13kms on the Bibbulmun Track, from Mt Hallowell & Monkey Rock, enjoying a packed lunch on the summit then continuing to the famous Lights Beach and than taking a drive to Greens Pool & Elephant Rock for some more exploration and a swim for those who want to brave the cold waters.

Dinner tonight will be served at Flametrees in Denmark..

Day 5 – Tuesday

Mt Lindesay, The Lake House

After breakfast we'll drive to Mt Lindesay to hike 10km to the summit, 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 William Bay Cottages/Chimes Spa Retreat for a restful afternoon.

Dinner tonight will be served at our accommodation at William Bay Cottages/Chimes Spa Retreat in Denmark.

Day 6 – Wednesday

Travel Day

After another delicious breakfast, we will head off an an optional hike along a private trail from our cottages where we can explore the local beach and beautiful forest. We will then check out of our accommodation and head over to Bartholomew's Meadery for some cheeky honey wine tastings and a sample or two of local honey. Lunch today will be at the amazing Denmark Good Food Factory where you'll also get to sample a selection of locally produced toffees before we hit the road.

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!

Departing from: 

7:00am - Charter Bus Parking Area, Hay Street, Perth (Opposite Holiday Inn).

7:45am - Kwinana Train Station, Car Park 1, Pick up and drop off zone (Next to taxi rank)

Includes:

– 5 days guided walking with Off The Beaten Track WA

– 5 nights shared accommodation at William Bay Cottages/Chimes Spa Retreat (extra charge for own room available)

– All transfers to/from Perth. If you'd like to self-drive to/from South Coast, please advise when booking in the 'special requirements' section

– A breakfast basket filled with fresh breakfast ingredients such as eggs, bread, spreads, mushrooms, cereal, spinach, tea, coffee, milk etc.

– 5 Dinners including 3 at at local restaurants including Pepper & Salt, Flametrees & The Dam

– 3 delicious packed lunches to enjoy on the trail or whilst we travel.

– Grazing Board lunch at the Lake House.

– WOW Wilderness Boat Cruise

– Entry into Valley of the Giants Treetop Walk

– Visit to Bartholomew's Meadery & Denmark Good Food Factory for wine/mead/cheese tastings.

– All National Park fees

– Complimentary use of hiking poles

– All planning, logistical, administrative and on-ground support

– Tour photos

Payment: To secure your place on this tour you can either pay in full or pay a 20% deposit. You will be sent automated payment requests to assist you in making payment for the balance. The final balance is due 60 days prior to tour departure.

Booking & Cancellation Policy for OTBT Multi day Tours

No shows and cancellations received within 30 days of tour departure will incur a 100% cancellation fee. Cancellations received 30 days - 60 days prior to departure date will incur a 50% cancellation fee. If more than 60 days notice provided a refund will be offered minus $100.00 administrative fee.