Top Busselton Outdoor Activities

Enhance your visit to Western Australia’s Ngilgi Cave with a full-guided tour of ancient caverns filled with crystallized rock formations. Start along the Ancient Lands Experience for a walk through native bushland to interactive installations that teach you about the area's cultural connections. Then, take a self-guided tour through the many nooks and crannies of Ngilgi Cave as you marvel at the rock formations and hear stories from the guides stationed inside the caves.

Set off from Dunsborough on a whale-watching tour to look for humpback whales, southern right whales, and elusive blue whales, who cruise through these Australian waters on their northern and southern migrations, depending on the time of year. Learn more from your marine biologist guide. The purpose-built boat features indoor seating plus a spacious deck, and you can enjoy drinks and cookies. Tours depart daily between September and early December.

Swing and climb through the trees of Western Australia’s Tuart Forest on this exciting high-ropes course near Busselton. Fly through the canopy on ziplines or 'flying foxes', and test your strength and balance on rope challenges varying in height to suit all ages and abilities. Expert instructors and top-notch equipment ensure a safe adventure.

Whether you’re looking for a relaxed, refreshing Aussie snorkeling trip or you’re a long-time snorkeler looking for someone to show you around the Busselton Jetty, this is the booking for you. Head out to your guide’s favorite spots where you’re in for the best possible chances of seeing local aquatic wildlife and the underwater sculptures waiting for you beneath the waves.

Turn your visit to the Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse into an immersive journey to the past on a 30-minute tour. Learn about harrowing shipwrecks, life as a lighthouse keeper, and more. Be sure to have your camera ready for the panoramic views of the Margaret River Region at the top of the lighthouse. Offered from 9:30am to 4:30pm, you can enjoy the guided tour whenever it works for your busy schedule.

Enjoy a whale-watching cruise on a comfortable vessel with a naturalist guide. Depart from Augusta or South Fremantle and set out on the waters of Geographe Bay in search of humpback whales and southern right whales, plus seals, dolphins, and seabirds. Your guide provides commentary about the whales and their migration along Western Australia’s coast, so you learn fun facts the whole time.

Spotting whales in the wild can be tricky if you are unfamiliar with the best places to look. Skip the guesswork by meeting at The Deck Busselton to board the vessel Whalesong for a guided cruise through Geographe Bay. Encounter migrating humpbacks, blue whales, or southern right whales while listening to live commentary from a marine biologist onboard. Choose a morning or afternoon tour to suit your schedule.

Take an easy walk through Yelverton Brook Conservation Sanctuary to observe nocturnal native Australian animals on this evening tour. With an expert guide, observe these animals as they become active at night. Wildlife you may see includes kangaroos, possums, and bandicoots. Includes hotel pickup and drop-off from Busselton or Dunsborough.

Spend half a day in Margaret River from Busselton or Dunsborough without the hassle of self-driving. Discover the natural wonders and varied wildlife of the Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park. Keep your camera handy as you pass iconic landmarks, look out for bottlenose dolphins, and spot kangaroos in the Yallingup Hills. Stop en route to sample local food (wine tasting at your own expense). Your localo guide provides interesting commentary.

We offer a unique one of a kind experience in the Margaret River region. The only coasteering experience in Australia and the original fat bike adventure through the beautiful karri forest of Boranup. There is tour for everyone, and we love exploring the southwest region with you.

Experience the dramatic coastal landscapes of the Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park on this half-day tour of Australia’s southwest coast from Busselton. Learn about the unique ecosystems of Geographe Bay; discover the vibrant underwater world of the Ngari Marine Park; and take in the views from Cape Naturaliste. Next, journey to the West Coast, where you can stroll the sandy beaches, spot bottlenose dolphins and Western Grey Kangaroos, and see the landmark Sugarloaf Rock. This small-group tour includes hotel pick-up and morning tea.

Explore one of the largest accessible dive wrecks in the southern hemisphere with this dive at the HMAS Swan wreck. Take a fast charter boat out to the dive site and enjoy exploring this decommissioned naval destroyer. Sitting 32 meters deep at its deepest point and just 5 meters deep at its highest point, this site suits divers of all experience levels. Gear rental is not included and must be booked separately.