Margaret River Secret Delights: Curated Wine, Coffee, Lunch & Forest

Margaret River’s appeal is not only in its wine. This tour pairs two boutique wineries with a coffee roastery, a seasonal lunch and a walk among the giant karri trees of Boranup Forest, so you get a broad taste of the region in one day.

I like the mix of guided tastings and local makers, which gives you more to take in than a winery run alone. I also like that the forest walk breaks up the eating and drinking with a dose of fresh air and birdsong.

One consideration: this is a full, shared day, and the order of stops can change with traffic and weather. If you want a long, unhurried visit at each winery, this may feel more like a sampler than a deep look at wine country.

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• Two boutique wineries: Taste wines and learn about winemaking, with a look at vineyard and barrel-room spaces.
• Coffee with a guide: Visit a local roasting house for a guided tasting of coffees from around the world.
• A proper lunch stop: Berry Farm Cottage Cafe serves a home-cooked lunch featuring seasonal produce, followed by tastings of cider, liqueurs and fortified wine.
• A forest pause: Walk in Boranup Forest beneath towering karri trees, with a chance to spot native birds, wildflowers and, sometimes, kangaroos.
• Local flavours beyond wine: The experience also includes locally made olive oil products.
• A small-scale feel: The tour has been described as an intimate group experience, though a maximum group size is not specified.

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A day that ranges beyond the cellar door

The tour sets out to show several sides of Margaret River in one outing: coffee, wine, food, local products and forest. That variety is its main strength. You don’t have to choose between a wine-focused day and a nature stop; both are built into the plan.

The scheduled day runs from a 10:00 departure to a 16:00 return, although pickup and return times are confirmed in advance. That gives you roughly six hours for the visits and travel between them. Traffic and weather can alter the order, so it helps to treat the schedule as a framework rather than a minute-by-minute promise.

The provider is All About Margaret River. At the meeting point, look for the company vehicle and guide Ziggy, who has been singled out for clear pickup communication, a friendly manner and helpful information. Pickup can be requested from an address in Margaret River township, with other nearby locations potentially available by arrangement.

Coffee at the roasting house

Coffee comes early in the day, a useful change of pace before wine tasting begins. At the local roasting house, you take part in a guided tasting of coffees from different parts of the world. It gives the morning a sensory start and offers a look at another kind of local craft, not just the region’s better-known wine.

The tasting is included in the tour price. The exact coffees and the length or format of the roastery visit are not specified, so don’t expect a detailed technical class unless your guide provides one on the day. Think of it as an introduction to coffee and the roasting house, with a chance to ask questions and sample.

Two wineries, with the workings behind the wine

The two winery visits are the heart of the wine portion. They are described as boutique, award-winning Margaret River wineries, with guided tastings of different wine styles. You can also learn about winemaking and visit vineyard and barrel-room areas, giving the tastings some context beyond what’s in the glass.

That behind-the-scenes access is especially useful if you’re new to wine. A guided explanation can help you connect the place and production methods with what you taste, rather than simply moving from one pour to the next. The stops are also a chance to ask about the winery’s approach, although the specific wineries and wines are not named in advance.

There is a practical trade-off to keep in mind. Two wineries make for a varied introduction, but the time at each is necessarily limited by the rest of the day. The wineries may not be equally suited to every taste, and the lineup can affect how much you enjoy the wine portion. If you have a particular winery or wine style in mind, this tour does not promise a specific match.

Seasonal lunch and tastings at Berry Farm

Lunch is served at Berry Farm Cottage Cafe, where the meal is home-cooked and built around fresh seasonal produce. The menu can change with the season and ingredient availability, so you should expect a meal that reflects what is on hand rather than a fixed menu.

The food is followed by tastings of Berry Farm’s ciders, liqueurs and fortified wines. That makes the stop more than a lunch break: you get a chance to sample drinks beyond the winery pours and try products made at the farm. The combination of food and tasting also gives the day a welcome pause before the forest visit.

If you have dietary requirements, the information provided does not specify whether the cafe can accommodate them. Ask before booking rather than assuming a particular menu or substitution will be available.

Local olive oil products

The experience also features all-natural and organic olive oil-based products made in Margaret River. This adds a taste of local food production beyond coffee, wine and fruit-based drinks.

The exact producer, products and timing are not specified, so this part may be shorter or less prominent than the winery and Berry Farm stops. Still, it gives you another angle on regional produce and may be a useful chance to sample something you would not encounter on a wine-only outing.

A walk among Boranup’s karri trees

Boranup Forest is the day’s nature stop. Its towering karri trees create a marked change of scene after the tasting rooms and cafe. You’ll have a chance to walk along forest trails, take in the scale of the trees and listen for the sounds of the bush.

The area is home to orchids, native wildflowers, fairy wrens and lorikeets. Kangaroos are sometimes spotted, but wildlife sightings are never guaranteed. The walk is guided, though the trail length and walking time are not specified. If you want a longer hike, this outing should not be mistaken for a dedicated forest trekking tour.

This stop is more than a photo break. It gives your palate and attention a rest, and it helps explain why a Margaret River day can be about more than cellar doors. Wear clothes suited to the day’s weather and shoes you’re comfortable walking in.

What the price covers, and where the value lies

The advertised starting price is $137.49. A package option is also shown at US$119.59, so check the currency and final amount at checkout before you book. Prices can vary by package or booking details.

The included elements add up: coffee tasting, two winery tastings, a Berry Farm lunch with cider, liqueur and fortified wine tastings, a Boranup Forest visit, and an English-speaking driver-guide. That makes the price easier to justify if you would otherwise pay separately for tastings and lunch, and if you value having someone else coordinate a day spread across several stops.

The strongest value is in the range of experiences rather than the depth of any single one. You’re paying for a compact regional sampler with food, drink and nature, not a private wine consultation or an extended walk. Personal expenses beyond the stated inclusions are not covered.

Pickup, timing and practical details

The listed meeting point is Margaret River Visitor Centre, 100 Bussell Highway, Margaret River. Arrive 10 minutes before your selected departure time. Pickup can be requested from a Margaret River township address, and other nearby pickup locations may be arranged. Because this is a shared transfer, pickup can be earlier or later than expected; the operator confirms the time in advance.

The stated departure option is 10:00, with a return around 16:00. The exact timing is confirmed after booking, and traffic or weather may change the schedule. Use the mobile voucher on the specified date and time, and contact customer support if your confirmation does not arrive.

Participants aged 3 to 11 are classed as children, and infants and children must be included in the passenger count. The legal drinking age in Australia is 18, so bring valid identification if you plan to drink. The tour is not recommended for people with impaired physical mobility.

Who this Margaret River tour suits best

I’d consider this a good fit if you want a broad introduction to Margaret River without arranging several stops yourself. It suits couples, friends and families who enjoy a mix of tastings, a seated lunch and a manageable nature visit. The inclusion of coffee and local food products also helps if not everyone in your group wants a day built only around wine.

It may be less suitable if you want to spend most of the day at one winery, need a specific wine estate included, or prefer a long forest walk. The schedule is shared and can shift, and the exact selection of wineries is not given ahead of time. People with limited mobility should also take the stated caution seriously.

Should you book it?

Book this tour if you want a varied, guided day that brings together wine, coffee, regional food and Boranup Forest. Its best points are the range of included tastings, the lunch at Berry Farm and the chance to step into the karri forest between food and drink stops. If you’d rather set your own pace or focus closely on one winery, arrange a more specialised outing instead.

FAQ

Where does the tour meet?

The listed meeting point is Margaret River Visitor Centre, 100 Bussell Highway, Margaret River. Look for the All About Margaret River vehicle and guide Ziggy.

What time does the tour depart?

The stated departure option is 10:00. Arrive 10 minutes early, and check your confirmed pickup time before the day.

Can I be picked up from my accommodation?

Pickup is available from locations in Margaret River township, and nearby locations may be arranged. Enter your hotel name and address when booking; the operator will confirm the pickup time.

When does the tour return?

The stated return time is around 16:00. Timing can vary with traffic, weather and the order of stops.

What is included in the price?

The listed inclusions are an English-speaking driver-guide, a coffee tasting, tastings at two boutique wineries, a Boranup Forest visit, and lunch at Berry Farm with cider, liqueur and wine tastings. Other personal expenses are not included.

How many wineries does the tour visit?

The tour visits two boutique wineries. The specific wineries are not named in advance.

Is coffee tasting included?

Yes. The tour includes a guided coffee tasting at a local roasting house.

What is served for lunch?

Lunch is at Berry Farm Cottage Cafe and features home-cooked food made with seasonal produce. The menu may change depending on the season and ingredient availability.

Can children join the tour?

Children can join, and those aged 3 to 11 are classified as children. Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount.

What is the cancellation policy?

A full refund is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the activity date, using the destination’s local time.