Augusta

Augusta is a place that has a marriage with the sea. Feel it in the wind, kissed by the ocean. See it from the southern-most point of Western Australia, where the tallest lighthouse on the mainland offers views of where the Southern and Indian ocean collide. Taste in the fish and chips you eat by the beach, licking the last salty bits from your fingers.

Where to stay

Take a look at these places to stay when planning your next visit to Australia’s South West.

Little House Republic

Experience off-grid luxury in this eco-friendly tiny house in Scott River.

Accommodation

Hamelin Bay Holiday Park

Shaded by peppermint trees, the park is next to this popular beach.

Accommodation

Located at the mouth of the beautiful Blackwood River, the charming town of Augusta is where the dreams of aspiring fishermen come to life. Past tall karri tree giants and long sandy beaches, from June to September, all eyes turn to the waters of Flinders Bay where migrating humpback and southern right whales gather. This coastal paradise is a haven for all things boating, fishing, swimming, canoeing, crabbing, water skiing and windsurfing. Make sure you get out on South West WA’s largest river the Blackwood River can be explored by boat, kayak, paddleboards and even houseboats!

Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse

Head up to the top of the historic Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse, the largest its kind on mainland Australia and the perfect vantage point to watch the Indian and Southern oceans collide. The historic lighthouse sits on the tip of the spectacular peninsula where the Indian and Southern Oceans meet. Visitors can enjoy the rare opportunity to climb the working lighthouse that guards one of the world’s most dangerous shipping lanes.

Whale Watching

Augusta’s world-class boat harbour is the departure point for whale watching tours, which leave daily (weather dependent) between June and September. Wildlife enthusiasts will love the opportunities to watch the humpback and southern right whales from a boat during their migration. Originally settled by whalers and sealers seeking protection from storms, Augusta has retained its maritime roots. Located at the mouth of the beautiful Blackwood River, the charming town of Augusta is a fisherperson’s haven.

Events

Don’t miss out on these great events happening in the region.

Whale Season

01 May 2023 - 31 December 2023

May to early December is the best time for whale watching and tours in the South West.

Nature & Wildlife

Events

Don’t miss out on these great events happening in the region.

Wildflower Season

01 August 2023 - 30 November 2023

Witness an explosion of colour during spring, set against the stunning natural scenery of the South West.

Nature & Wildlife

Events

Don’t miss out on these great events happening in the region.

Margaret River Region Open Studios

09 - 24 September 2023

The biggest art event of its kind in Australia, showcasing the vibrant visual arts scene of the region.

Music, Culture & The Arts

Events

Don’t miss out on these great events happening in the region.

Augusta River Festival

03 March 2024

A fun-filled family day set on the picturesque foreshore of the Blackwood River.

Community & Festival

Things to Do

Looking for some inspiration on what to do in the South West? Here are some of our top picks!

Whale Watch Western Australia

Learn the language of the whales with expert guides.

Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse

Soaring views from the tallest lighthouse on Australia's mainland.

Hamelin Bay

A vast expanse of bright white sand, turquoise waters filled with marine life, and spectacular coastal cliff walks.

Top Things to Do

Climb to the top of Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse, and see the point where the Southern and Indian Ocean collide. The guides also provide quirky stories and anecdotes about the lighthouse’s history.

Go back in time at the Augusta Historical Museum, which is highly rated by visitors as one of the best small museums, with displays that include details of families involved in what was the third European settlement in Western Australia.

Take time out to visit the enthralling limestone caves near Augusta. Jewel Cave is Western Australia’s largest tourist cave and boasts intricate formations and beautiful ‘decorations’ in its enormous chambers. It is home to a frozen waterfall and one of the world’s longest straw stalactites to be found in any tourist cave.

Visit nearby Hamelin Bay, another boating location, and home to resident smooth stingrays and eagle rays who interact (almost) daily with wading guests in the shallows near the boat ramp.

Explore the beaches around Augusta, where some of the region’s most beautiful swimming spots are located. Try Grannies Pool and Foul Bay, or take the four-wheel drive tracks to Boranup Beach and Deep Dean where endless, squeaky white sand awaits.