Busselton

Busselton, judged Western Australia's top tourism town in 1995 and 1996, is still the State's premier seaside resort town. Sheltered from most prevailing winds and boasting 30 kilometres of white sandy beaches, it is an aquatic playground remarkable for the variety it offers. The tranquil waters of Geographe Bay are perfect for fishers, water skiers, snorkelers, scuba divers, windsurfers and sailors.
Busselton makes an excellent base from which to explore the surrounding area, in particular, the Margaret River Wine Region, which extends westward from Busselton in the north to Augusta in the south. Over the last 20 years the region's wine industry has been booming, with the establishment of many vineyards that produce award-winning, premium table wines. These enterprises now supplement the traditional dairying, cattle, sheep and crop farming industries.


View the Cape with one of the many half or full day tours available and choose how you travel, either by classic car, four wheel drive or coach. Whether you're interested in nature-based activities, photography, wineries, canoeing, caves, camel rides or adrenalin-pumping adventure activities, there is a tour to suit your needs.


In spring, the wildflowers in forests around Busselton are magnificent and varieties such as kangaroo paws, cats' paws, pink vine, acacias and donkey and spider orchids are in abundance. Busselton has a busy calendar of events with the main highlights including festivals such as the Summerfest, Busselton Beach Festival and the Festival of Busselton. Petticoat Lane festival is held in January, or if you are visiting in February you should join in on the Busselton Jetty Swim. The Forest Rally and Busselton Triathlon are held in May, and then there is the Busselton Comedy Festival in October and The Margaret River Wine Region Festival that begins in November. There is also a wide variety of regular market days held throughout the Busselton township.


For anyone that loves to take part in all kinds of sports such as golf, bowls, tennis or squash can do so in Busselton. The town's leisure centre offers gymnasium facilities, as well as an indoor and outdoor pool, spa and sauna. In Busselton, a wide variety of dining experiences wait to tempt your tastebuds, from beachside cafes and marina taverns to fine dining restaurants and gourmet vineyard delights. So no matter if you are chasing a quick bite to eat of if you are wanting a relaxing meal that tantalises your tastebuds, you can find absolutely every taste of the world in Busselton.


While staying in Busselton you can also enjoy the attractions of Dunsborough and Margaret River , the Wineries of the Margaret River Wine Region and the scenic hinterland towns of Nannup, Bridgetown, Balingup & Donnybrook.


Why not pack a picnic and go exploring in the surrounding National Park areas, do some bushwalking or hiking and explore some of the fascinating caves that are all around this wonderful seaside town. Whether you are looking for land based activities, fun filled enjoyment to really get your blood pumping or simply just kicking back and soaking up the glorious sunny weather, you can have it all in Busselton.

Some of the Australia’s best fishing can be done just off the shores of Busselton, with a variety a great eating fish just waiting to be caught.  Why not cast out a line from the beach or jump on board a charter boat to see if you can reel in the catch of the day. There is also ample diving and snorkelling available in the calm blue waters surrounding this great Western Australian seaside town.  Discover coral gardens brilliantly coloured with all the colours of the rainbow, see amazing looking fish and dive down to see what really lies beneath.... and you will find a whole other world!


So come and enjoy all that Busselton has to offer, make the choice today to experience all that this town has to give and you will be glad that you did.