Yallingup is a small coastal hamlet nestled into the hillside, overlooking one of the region’s well-known surf beaches. The coastline here is dramatic. Jagged rocks and high cliff faces are met by a haze of sea spray from the swell below.
Yallingup lies to the north of the Margaret River wine region, splendidly nestled on a ridge, surrounded by the Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park with spectacular views out to the Indian Ocean, holiday makers regularly take the trip to Yallingup to explore some of the world’s greatest beaches.
Cape to Cape Track
If you’d prefer to sample the region one step at a time, hit the Cape to Cape Track. One of the most diverse walking treks on Earth, the 135 kilometre trail leads you from Cape Naturaliste near Yallingup to Cape Leeuwin, passing long sandy beaches, dramatic granite headlands, tall karri tree forests, caves, blankets of spring wildflowers and, of course, nightly ocean sunsets.
Gourmet Food and Wine
Beyond the beaches and headlands, Yallingup’s award winning wineries and boutique cellar doors dot the picturesque hillsides, with some even overlooking the ocean. Here, character and world class quality can be found in fruit intense chardonnays, rich semillons, robust cabernets, soft merlots and many other varieties and blends. For the foodies, a memorable meal is not hard to come by. Highly skilled chefs have been attracted to the region by the finest quality fresh produce. The result is a wide variety of extraordinary dining experiences, from beachside cafes and fine dining restaurants to gourmet vineyard lunches.
Ancient Lands
The Margaret River Region is renowned for its impressive caves, with Ngilgi Cave an awe-inspiring example of stalactites, stalagmites, helictites, and coloured shawls. Start your journey above ground through the Ancient Lands Experience – a series of interactive installations exploring the native flora, fauna and the local Wadandi peoples connection to the land and six seasons – before descending into the cave below. Embark on a self-guided experience or join an Aboriginal cultural experience with Koomal Dreaming.
