Augusta
MUST VISIT in Augusta:
- Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse
- Hamelin Bay and its Stingray
- Jewel Cave
CAPE LEEUWIN LIGHTHOUSE
$8 entry fee per pax.
Do not recommend the lighthouse / guided tour ($22, steep by stairs and cramp) only if fit /adventurous.
Water Wheel (turn on your right before reaching parking lots at cape leewin lighthouse ).
Recommend climbing up the rocks to take photo.
Enroute to cape leeuwin lighthouse
recommended stops:
The whaling memorial @ Flinders Bay (turn off before Augusta boat harbour).
Beautiful ocean / jetty view.
Excellent for picnic dan swiming/ snorkelling esp late spring /summer / early autumn.
Augusta Boat Harbour - modern boat pier with facilities including toilet.
Picnic area at Adelaide terrace (before Flinders bay). Landmark is The Colourpatch Cafe, Augusta
Before Augusta town
MUST DO: Jewel Cave guided tour
(turn off before Augusta).
Highly recommended if you have the budget and fit (not for elderly/children - lots of stairs and walking)
https://www.margaretriver.com/attractions/caves
MUST DO: Hamelin Bay Beach to check out the wild stingray that swims to your feet. Also to take photo at the beautiful beach there.
http://www.westernaustralia-travellersguide.com/hamelin-bay-sting-rays.html
You can purchase the discount ticket if you intend to opt for a guided tour to both cape leeuwin lighthouse ans jewel cave. Plan to arrive at Jewel cave and the lighthouse according to scheduled guided tour time to save time.
At Karri Valley(before Augusta Town), drop by Whirlwind Olive Oil and Produce, an olive product outlet. Open on weekends only except summer.
