Day 0 & Day 9 - Margaret River

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Come early or stay after your Ride in Margaret River - where locals will make you feel at home

Welcome to the Augusta-Margaret River Region

The iconic region of Augusta-Margaret River is Western Australia’s premier tourism destination.
An enticing blend of spectacular natural wonders, a renowned surfing history, productive farmland and interspersed with famous vineyards, this exquisite area is a favourite among travellers from around the world.

Located in the far southern end of Western Australia, thirty years ago the region comprised little more than struggling dairy farms. Today it’s a surfing, wine growing mecca with a tapestry of culture and sophistication all its own.

Home to some 11 thousand people, the perfect Mediterranean maritime climate greets the half a million visitors each year. They participate in some 47 activities including whale watching, bush walking, cycling, surfing, kite sailing, caving, horse riding, four wheel driving, aboriginal heritage, gourmet wine tours, diving, abseiling, rogaining, canoeing, fishing, river cruising, golf, massage, sun baking and more.
Internationally recognised for its natural charm and beauty, this fabulous corner of Western Australia will welcome you like no other part of the country.

Be enchanted by life’s simple pleasures – tranquility, sublime wines, fine cuisine, opulent accommodation, exquisite works of art, pristine beaches, breathtaking scenery and an untroubled lifestyle whispering for you to relax, unwind and enjoy.

Once you discover the magic of this special place - you’ll want to return again and again. Make sure you set aside more than just a few days to truly appreciate the region’s many sensory delights. With over 100 cellar doors, five breweries, dozens of art galleries, boutique stores, gourmet food producers and growers, cafés and restaurants (a year’s worth of grazing), 138kms of spectacular coastline and a diverse range of natural attractions…you’ll need some time!

Margaret River

Margaret River is a relaxed, colourful and vibrant town where locals are more than happy to make you feel at home.

Like its name suggests, the town lies along the banks of a river, believed named by early settler John Bussell after a friend in England.

The town was formally gazetted in 1913 and in the early days was a changing post for coach horses making the journey from Karridale to Busselton.

Today the town’s main street, Bussell Highway, is lined with art galleries, cafes, restaurants, adventure and surf shops, and a variety of specialist boutiques.

Here surfers and farmers relax alongside international guests and sophisticates in what can only be described as an intriguing mix of life.

Music, art and culture feature highly in Margaret River life. Scrumptious food and a great selection of wine, some internationally acclaimed, combine to give you the perfect holiday which you can enjoy at your own pace.

Surfing and wine making have placed Margaret River on the world map as a must see destination. It’s the diversity which makes our town intriguing. We know once you have experienced a stay here you’ll be keen to come and visit us again.

Things to see and do

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Pre-Ride Camping in Margaret River

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Margaret River Visitor Information Centre

Information, Maps, Accommodation and Tour Booking Service

100 Bussell Highway, Margaret River, WA 6285

Ph: (08) 9780 5911
Fax: (08) 9757 3287
Email: welcome@margaretriver.com
Website: www.margaretriver.com

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