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South West Eco Discoveries

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Monday - Sunday: 8:00 AM until 7:00 PM
2/9 Yale Cl, Abbey WA 6280, Australia
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Phone 0477 049 722
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Pickups from Busselton to Dunsborough at accommodation locations along Caves Road. Pickups from Margaret River available on request and are subject to availability and additional fees.
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SEE. TASTE. DISCOVER. Nature, wildlife & wine tours showcasing the best of the Margaret River Region. With three great tours to choose from, you can SEE the spectacular sights of Geographe Bay, from above and below the water, wildflowers and whales in season, the rugged West Coast, and plenty of wildlife. TASTE the local produce, with all tours including refreshments, or DISCOVER nocturnal native animals. Families welcome on all tours.
South West Eco Discoveries are very passionate about providing tours that showcase the beautiful marine and terrestrial environment, critically endangered native wildlife, premium wines and local produce that can be found in this very special area. Experience iconic locations and amazing wildlife encounters with friendly local guides. A family run business who pride themselves on providing high quality, personalised service.
  

Tours run daily and they are also available for private charters for 1-12 persons. Through a life-time spent in the area, South West Eco Discoveries have designed tours that showcase the very best the region has to offer, whatever time of the year you decide to visit. 


What can you discover on their tours? It might be dolphins playing in the waves, whales frolicking metres from shore, carpets of wildflowers or a rare orchid in a hidden spot, large mobs of Kangaroos, endangered nocturnal animals putting on a show or reptiles sunning themselves – every tour has unique wildlife encounters.


Providing a high quality product, service and experience, South West Eco Discoveries is a Quality Tourism Accredited Business, and is Ecotourism Certified.

ECO Certified Ecotourism
Quality Tourism Accreditation

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Coastal & Wildlife Eco Tour

Coastal & Wildlife Eco Tour

What's Included: Use of binoculars, Refreshments provided
Duration: 3.5 hours
What else:

Explore the area in our air-conditioned tour bus.

Guided by a qualified, 3rd generation local, ensuring personalised service with a maximum of 12 passengers.

Caters for all ages and abilities.

Fully accredited and EcoCertified business.

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The Margaret River Region has stunning coastal scenery and is brimming with life both above and below the water, and you can see it all on this jam-packed half-day Eco Tour.


Join Ryan or Mick for an experience you won't forget. Having grown up in the area they have local knowledge of the best nature and wildlife viewing locations so this a great way to connect to this biodiversity hotspot.

  • Experience amazing vistas of Geographe Bay and find out about its historical and ecological significance 
  • View the ancient limestone cliffs of Cape Naturaliste 
  • Enjoy interpretive short walks throughout the tour 
  • Plenty of opportunities for wildlife spotting: (binoculars provided) - dolphins, birds, reptiles and kangaroos, plus amazing sea life 
  • Shore-based whale watching from June - December 
  • Walk through the spectacular wildflowers (peak season Aug-Oct) 
  • Unique kangaroo safari
  • Enjoy a locally sourced morning tea platter while taking in the spectacular sights
  • Complementary local wine or boutique beer included 
  • Amazing photographic opportunities 

Wine & Sights Discovery Tour

Wine & Sights Discovery Tour

Duration: Half day (up to 4 hours)
What else:

Tours depart at 1.15pm daily.

Pickups are available from accommodation in Busselton and Dunsborough.

Pick up from Margaret River subject to availability (additional pick up fee of $40 per booking applies, payable to the driver on the day)

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This tour ticks all the boxes - visit amazing scenic locations and iconic sites then experience some local wines and gourmet produce. Get a feel for the area through the eyes of 3rd generation local guides - their knowledge will enhance your discovery of the Margaret River Region’s natural, historical and cultural highlights. 


You will be blown away by beautiful scenery in this globally recognised biodiversity hotspot. Providing interesting commentary, including the stories behind each stop, a yummy locally made afternoon tea, and personalised service in a comfortable mini bus with a maximum of 12 passengers, South West Eco Discoveries help you discover all the region has to offer. 

They will take you to Cape Naturaliste, one of the most spectacular locations in the Margaret River Region, with stunning gentle bays on one side and the Indian Ocean on the other. Here you will enjoy tastings of local produce and a complimentary local wine or boutique beer/tea or coffee. Try and spot the Bottlenose Dolphins playing in the waves or take memorable photos. The tour then heads into the wine country, down scenic Caves Road, stopping at 2 wineries and a local gourmet producer for a taste of the Margaret River Wine Region before returning to your drop off point through the Yallingup Hills, home of Western Grey Kangaroos. 

Nocturnal Animal Tour

Nocturnal Animal Tour

Duration: 1-2 Hours
What else:

This is a small group tour with a maximum of 12 guests.

Tours depart around sunset**, and run for approximately 2 hours including pickups and drop-offs.

Pickups are available from accommodation in Busselton, Dunsborough and Cowaramup town centre.

Pickup locations and times will be confirmed after booking.

** Please note sunset times change significantly during the year - the tour can start as early as 5.30pm during the winter months (June-Aug) and as late as 7.30pm during the Summer months (Dec-Feb) depending on your location / meeting point.

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Discover the Australian bushland at night on this nocturnal animal tour. 


See kangaroos up close, watch as possums, bandicoots and frogs wake and begin their nightly activities. You may even be lucky enough to see a critically endangered Woylie. The Woylie (Brush-tailed Bettong) is a very rare member of the kangaroo family. This nocturnal wildlife tour is family friendly and takes place in a private conservation sanctuary. 
 
On arrival at the sanctuary a short guided bush walk will take you to the animal viewing site. While you sit down and enjoy some bush billy tea or milo, your guides will provide entertaining stories and factual information about the wildlife and bushtucker native to the Margaret River Region. 

Exclusive 'Cruise Ship Passengers' Nature Tour - Busselton arrival

Exclusive 'Cruise Ship Passengers' Nature Tour - Busselton arrival

Duration: Half day (up to 4 hours)
What else:

Tour departure and return times are subject to change at any time, due to unexpected events including weather, or rescheduling of arrival and departure times into Busselton by your cruise ship, or any other event which results in us, South West Eco Discoveries having to adjust booked tours.

Usual cancellation policies apply.

Should the cruise ship be unable to dock in Busselton in the event of bad weather, full refund of ticket price will apply.

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A nature-based tour of the region featuring wildlife spotting, and interesting commentary. Departs from the base of the Busselton Jetty.


Experience the natural side of the Margaret River Region on this tour.
View amazing vistas of Geographe Bay and find out about its historical and ecological significance. With a mix of guided and self-guided walks, you will have plenty of opportunities for wildlife spotting: dolphins, birds, reptiles and kangaroos (binoculars provided). Then spend time exploring Dunsborough town and purchase lunch from one of the many eateries. Finish the tour by viewing the iconic natural sites of the area before returning to Busselton. 

Explore the area in our air-conditioned tour bus 
Guided by a qualified, 3rd generation local, ensuring personalised service on this small group tour 
Amazing photographic opportunities 
Caters for all ages and abilities 
Fully accredited and Eco certified business 
Tour length is approximately 5.5 hours 

TOUR AVAILABLE FOR THE FOLLOWING CRUISE SHIP ARRIVALS INTO BUSSELTON: 

16/03/2024 - Coral Princess 
26/03/2024 - Crystal Serenity 
2/04/2024 - Pacific Explorer 
5/11/2024 - Crown Princess 
4/12/2024 - Resiliant Lady 
21/12/2024 - Azamara Pursuit 

Tour departure times vary slightly to fit each cruise ship's specific arrival and departure times from Busselton. Times will be confirmed after booking. As a guide, tours generally depart between 9.00am and 11.00am and arrive back in Busselton ready for return to the ship by 2.30pm - 4.30pm.

Exclusive 'Cruise Ship Passengers' Scenic Wine Tour - Busselton arrival

Exclusive 'Cruise Ship Passengers' Scenic Wine Tour - Busselton arrival

Duration: Half day (up to 4 hours)
What else:

Tour departure and return times are subject to change at any time, due to unexpected events including weather, or rescheduling of arrival and departure times into Busselton by your cruise ship, or any other event which results in us, South West Eco Discoveries having to adjust booked tours.

Usual cancellation policies apply.

Should the cruise ship be unable to dock in Busselton in the event of bad weather, full refund of ticket price will apply.

Enquire about availability

A great snapshot tour of the region featuring stunning vistas, iconic locations, local product tastings and interesting commentary. Departs from the base of the Busselton Jetty.


This tour is back by popular demand and offers a unique perspective of this ancient land - view the natural attractions and stunning coastline before visiting a winery for tastings and then a gourmet producer.

From Busselton we will take you to Cape Naturaliste, one of the most spectacular spots in the Margaret River Region, with the Indian Ocean on one side and stunning gentle bays on the other. A short, self-guided walk towards Sugarloaf Rock allows opportunities for dolphin sightings. Once at Sugarloaf Rock enjoy the spectacular surroundings. The tour continues with a scenic drive around the iconic sites of Geographe Bay with photo opportunities. We will then head to Dunsborough where you will have free time to explore the town’s gallery and boutiques and purchase lunch from one of the numerous eateries. The tour then heads in to the wine country, down scenic Caves Road, stopping at a winery for tastings*, and Vasse Virgin olive oil products to taste some local produce before returning to Busselton. 

Pick up from outside the Busselton Visitor Centre 

*please note tasting fees of $5-$10 per person may apply, depending on winery visited, redeemable on purchase 

Caters for all ages and abilities 
Small group tour 
Fully accredited and Eco certified business 
Tour length is approximately 5.5 hours 

TOUR AVAILABLE FOR THE FOLLOWING CRUISE SHIP ARRIVALS INTO BUSSELTON: 

16/03/2024 - Coral Princess 
26/03/2024 - Crystal Serenity 
2/04/2024 - Pacific Explorer 
5/11/2024 - Crown Princess 
4/12/2024 - Resilient Lady 
21/12/2024 - Azamara Pursuit  

Tour departure times vary slightly to fit each cruise ship's specific arrival and departure times from Busselton. Times will be confirmed after booking. As a guide, tours generally depart between 9.00am and 11.00am and arrive back in Busselton ready for return to the ship by 2.30pm - 4.30pm.

Reviews

Star 5.0 (73 Google reviews)
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Adam Webb Ware 02 October 2023

We had an amazing time with Mick and Ryan on the Coastal & Wildlife daytime tour. The guys took us to some great spots and walks enjoying all the native plants, flowers and animals including beautiful orchids, whales, kangaroos and more. They have an amazing level of knowledge which is shared in such a great way. My 8 year old son loved the tour and we all returned very happy. Highly recommended for everyone, even residents who know the area well will still get allot from this perspective. Cheers team ❤️

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Lynne Nuttall 12 February 2023

This was a return visit after having an amazing experience last year and they didn't disappoint again. Ryan and Mick (brothers) are local lads with a wealth of knowledge about the area it's flora and fauna. They have many great stories to keep you entertained throughout the tour about their experiences while growing up and about the areas local history. We were welcomed by two lovely local wineries and tasted and bought some amazing local wines. We also tried some delicious chocolate at an exclusive chocolate factory. Our wine and scenery tour should have been around 3.5 hours long but we ended up being out for 4.5 hours. It was a brilliant day.

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Jason Neave 12 January 2023

Ryan and Mick took my partner and I on the 3.5 hr Wine and Sights discovery tour through Busselton and it was excellent. They are both extremely knowledgeable, passionate and all round great blokes. The sights they took us to were amazing and the information and stories they shared were great to listen to. We were provided with complimentary wine and snacks, water was available and they kept us engaged for the whole tour. This has been the highlight of our trip and I couldn't recommend taking this tour and their others enough. Both wineries that we visited provided us with 7 or 8 tastings all inclusive of the price. The chocolate stop was also a great addition. This is one to add to the itinerary and I'd happily do it again.

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Nic Blackwood 13 May 2024

Mick & Ryan were fabulous, they are obviously very passionate about what they do and their enthusiasm was contagious. The vehicle was very comfortable and clean, they were always on time and answered every question we could throw at them.

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