Yallingup WA 6282 (Pop 240)
Yallingup is a picturesque coastal Margaret River township situated 262 km s-w of Perth. Surrounded by excellent wineries and the beautiful Leeuwin-Naturaliste NP, its Aboriginal names means ‘place of love’ an apt description for nearby Caves House Hotel, a perennial honeymooners’ favourite. Yallingup is well known for its excellent water activities, particularly its world-class surf breaks and its magnificent limestone caves. The interesting galleries, cafés, scenery and wildflower displays complete the picture of this idyllic destination. Amberley Estate Seafood & Semillon Weekend (Feb), Yallingup Malibu Surfing Classic (Dec).
Tourist Attractions & Info:
Caves House Hotel elegant holiday retreat dating back to 1903. Yallingup Beach popular surfing, diving and fishing beach.
Nearby:
Leewin-Naturaliste NP (surrounding the town) 19 000 ha park named after Capes Leeuwin and Naturaliste, both of which have lighthouses. The park protects substantial jarrah and karri forests and an extensive caves network. Ngilgi Cave (2 km east) fabulous stalactite and stalagmite formations. Canal Rocks and Smith’s Beach (5 km s-w) excellent water sports particularly surfing. Quinninup Falls (10 km south). Wineries and Breweries abound in the region.
Visitor Information Centre: Seymour Blvd, Dunsborough. Tel (08) 9755 3299.
Airport:
Busselton Regional Airport (BQB), Vasse Hwy, Yalyalup. Tel (08) 9781 0444. (39 km east).
Hospital:
Busselton District Hospital. Mill Rd, West Busselton.Tel (08) 9754 0333. (32 km east).
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