6 aquatic adventures to have in the Margaret River Region

One of the world’s fastest growing water sports, Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP) involves standing on a large paddleboard and using a paddle to propel yourself across the water. Variations include paddleboard surfing, paddleboard tours, and even paddleboard yoga, and at the Stand Up Surfing school in Margaret River you can experience them all.

This team of experienced instructors will show you how to ride one of their paddleboards, share their intimate knowledge of the local coastline and river systems on guided tours, and even run you through a yoga class on the water. It’s excellent fitness, and an awesome way to gain a different perspective on the region’s intricate coastline.

Staying closer to Busselton? Check out Sup Life Busselton too!

If you thought all there was to the Busselton Jetty was a long walk above the water on the pier, think again.

As if said walk wasn’t glorious enough alone, the Busselton Jetty Underwater Observatory offers a glimpse into the mysterious world under the sea. Eight metres deep beneath the end of the jetty, you can see all the natural wonders of the marine world from the windows of the underwater observatory, with forests of vivid tropical and sub-tropical corals, and up to 300 individual marine species.

Not even wild weather can get in the way – the Virtual Reality tour offers the chance to dive without even getting your hair wet, as you take a 3D vision tour beneath the jetty complete with mermaids and marine life. Experience the magic!

One of the most unique aquatic experiences a water-lover can have in the Margaret River Region, a guided cruise up the magnificent Blackwood River in Augusta should be essential-touring on any holidaymakers list.

This incredible unspoilt wetland ecosystem is home to an array of wildlife and maintains a pristine and peaceful atmosphere to be enjoyed with Augusta River Tours. Graeme Challis, skipper of The Dolphin Discoverer and Augusta local, has grown up along the river and will share his intimate knowledge of its waters with all who grace his deck.

From private discovery tours to sundowners with a barbecue on board, this is one aquatic adventure you can’t miss on your visit to the Margaret River Region.

The Margaret River Region is famous for its waves, and it’s no secret why. Distant storms from the infamous Roaring Forties wind belt consistently send huge waves to the coast, where local limestone reefs sculpt the incoming swells into rideable waves.

The region is abundant in excellent reef and beach breaks – Surfers Point, Gracetown’s North and South Point, and Yallingup Mainbreak are excellent options for the experienced surfer, but there are also plenty of sheltered nooks and crannies for the beginner to hone their skills.

Surf schools operate at the Yallingup Lagoon, sheltered parts of Smiths Beach, Margaret River Mouth, and Redgate Beach, where gentle rolling waves offer you the chance to experience what the region is all about!

Here’s an aquatic adventure if we ever saw one! Get ready for a day filled with splashing, swimming and sliding with Australia’s largest inflatable floating water park, Aquatastic.

This inflatable outdoor water park is guaranteed fun for the young and young at heart, with a huge range of slides to slip down and structures to climb and dive from.

Climb the Iceberg, complete the obstacle course, enjoy the gigantic slide or climb the highest rock-climbing wall in the Southern hemisphere and the best air jumping extreme.

If you prefer not to get wet, dirty of fall in but still be on the water, starting the day with a canoe or kayak trip down a stunning section of the Margaret River might be your ideal aquatic adventure. Add in an optional guided wine tour and lunch in the afternoon, and you’re set for a day full of highlights.

Check out Margaret River Discovery Co, Surf N’ Dirt Adventure Tours and Bushtucker Tours.