3-Day Margaret River Luxury Escape
Category: Accommodation Package Luxury
Region: Shire of Augusta-Margaret River
State: WA
Duration:
3days
Experience three days of bliss as you indulge in exquisite culinary experiences on this gourmet food and wine discovery of Western Australia’s Margaret River region.
Operated By:
OVERVIEW
Awaken your senses during exquisite epicurean experiences on this gourmet food and wine discovery of Western Australia’s Margaret River region. Stay in one of Australia’s finest boutique hotels – Cape Lodge. A stylish and sophisticated retreat with its own vineyard, here you will dine in its acclaimed restaurant and be pampered at the Spa. The perfect paradox of untouched wilderness and refined luxury, Margaret River is the ultimate destination to focus on your wellbeing.
Meet the makers during private tastings and meals at signature vineyards such as Vasse Felix, Wills Domain and Cullen Wines. But it’s not just wine the South West is famous for. Beer, gin, olive oil and chocolate lovers are also spoiled for choice.
Go untamed roaming sheltered coves, limestone cliffs and soaring karri forests. Finish the tour with a visit to a sustainable farm for a sourdough cooking workshop and farm to plate produce grazing lunch. Cooking lessons in nature with celebrity chefs, nourishing local produce served at renowned regional restaurants, and exclusive spa treatments make this three-day Margaret River luxury escape truly transformative.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Unwind at the luxury Cape Lodge featuring its own vineyard and restaurant
Relax with a rejuvenating treatment at Cape Lodge Spa
Cook alongside much-loved celebrity chef Tony Howell in nature
Descend to the depths of the Busselton Underwater Observatory
Walk part of the iconic Cape to Cape Track during an Indigenous cultural tour
Dine at Pullman Bunker Bay Resort and witness sunset and moonrise over the ocean
Savour a long lunch and sourdough cooking workshop at One Table Farm
INCLUSIONS
2 nights of luxury accommodation at Cape LodgeAll meals, beverages, tastings and culinary experiencesAll activitiesTransport – 7-seater Luxury 4WDLocal Guide and expert knowledge
TOUR ITINERARY
Day 1: Wednesday
Your Margaret River Luxury Escape begins bright and early at your Perth accommodation, where your experienced guide will greet you. After coffee, travel south to your first destination, the seaside town of Busselton. Take a stroll along the world’s second-longest jetty, stretching 1.8km out into Geographe Bay, then descend eight metres below the ocean surface. From the vantage point of the iconic underwater observatory, be immersed in a breathtaking artificial reef, host to vividly coloured tropical and sub-tropical marine life.
By lunchtime, you’ll be pulling up a seat for a gourmet lunch in Margaret River followed by an afternoon tasting your way through the iconic wine region. Come 6 pm, check into your lakeside room at one of Australia’s best boutique hotels. Set among 40 acres of manicured parkland and vineyards, Cape Lodge is an idyllic base to escape the demands of everyday life. Tonight, you will dine at the celebrated Cape Lodge Restaurant, where Margaret River produce sourced from the land and sea is centre-stage of the classically prepared French-influenced menu.
Day 2: Thursday
Wake up to the sound of birds, not your alarm and linger in bed as long as you please. Take your time indulging in a gourmet breakfast served in your room, then unwind during a one-and-a-half-hour spa treatment of your choice. Next on your agenda is an outdoor, hands-on gourmet cooking class with one of Australia’s most loved and recognised chefs –Tony Howell. Learn to recreate a signature seasonal dish, then sit down for a gourmet wine-paired lunch on the beach.
The remainder of the afternoon is dedicated to connecting with the Margaret River landscape, and the people who call it home. Wadandi custodian-Josh “Koomal” Whiteland will introduce you to the world’s oldest living culture on a two-hour private tour of Cape Naturaliste. Learn about native flora and fauna, bush medicine and hear local stories as you wander along a section of the iconic Cape to Cape Track. Then, meet at a private meeting place where you will see an artefact display and be mesmerised by a live didgeridoo performance. This is a truly soul-stirring experience.
Before day’s end, soak in breathtaking vistas at one of the most romantic and secluded spots in the Margaret River wine region – Bunker Bay. Finally, wander down to the Other Side of the Moon restaurant at the Pullman Bunker Bay Resort. Sample the contemporary Australian menu underpinned by Indigenous ingredients and watch sunset and moonrise over the ocean.
Day 3: Friday
Make the most of your final moments in Margaret River and breakfast with the locals at the White Elephant Beach Café. With sweeping ocean views, it’s also an excellent place for whale watching from August to December. Following breakfast, see the beautiful Margaret River mouth and the world-famous surf break at Surfers Point, then wander through the vibrant township of Margaret River, home to an eclectic mix of boutique stores and galleries.
Your Margaret River escape culminates in a tailor-made sourdough workshop at the iconic One Table Farm and Cooking School in Cowaramup. Taste a variety of breads and graze on fresh farm-to-plate organic produce. End with a tour of the 100-acre sustainable farm. Senses awakened and soul tamed, return to Perth around 6 pm.
NEED TO KNOW
This tour can start with a pickup at Busselton Airport or accommodation.Accommodation is in a luxurious Lakeside King Room with Spa.Rates are based on Double Share. If you are travelling solo, you need to pay the Single Traveller rate.Private tours require a minimum of two people to operate, or a single traveller fee will apply.The ideal maximum number of people for this tour is four passengers plus the guide. Our Luxury Toyota Sahara 4WD does have two extra seats in the rear, but these are better suited to children. So while we can accommodate up to 6 people in larger family groups, four is recommended for passengers’ comfort. As part of our COVID-Safe protocols, all passengers need to complete online check-in, including a ‘Fit for Travel’ self-declaration to confirm they are free from illness. This is mandatory and must be completed at the latest 24 hours before departure.Please read our full Booking Terms & Conditions before booking your tour.
SUITS
Skill Level:
Suitability:
Accessibility:
Share:
read moreread less
Jingyi
28 Nov 2025
read moreread less
Marit
26 Nov 2025
It was thoughtfully planned out fitting so much in to our 3 days
From herritage information to breathtaking views it was just a great experience for us both.
Highly recommend to anyone willing to see, feel and taste first hand what our country has to offer on the south coast Chris did a fantastic job thankyou.
read moreread less
Voyager53522161441
24 Nov 2025
Eli was a reliable, calm and knowledgeable guide and driver. He and assistant Bella were kind, competent, cheerful under all circumstances (days of rain, a problem with the bus door, tardy travellers). Typically we were on the road about 6 a.m. We covered such long distances on some days - I would never drive that far myself, and it was brilliant to visit places along the way.
A few of the many highlights: Whistling Caves near Streaky Bay sounded like an ogre roaring through the rock fissures; Cape le Grand National Park - a sea eagle over the headland and amazing lighting effects as the sun peeked through the rain-clouds over the turquoise sea; a family of emus in the sweet bushland of the southern Flinders Ranges; the granite peaks of Castle Rock in Porongorup National Park; a morning of learning how to propagate native cuttings for regeneration; meeting Josh Whiteland, Noongar cultural custodian, at Yalingup Caves, and hearing the music of his didgeridoo down in the heart of the caves.
I was glad to have brought my own hike tent, as there were several rainy nights. It would have been good to have a map of our itinerary.
A trip worth doing, and very good value for the price.
read moreread less
maggiefiddler
20 Nov 2025
read moreread less
Harry
14 Nov 2025
Where to start with all the many amazing things I saw during this tour? On several clear nights there were so many stars to see from the warmth of the swag without having to move more than my head. And the swag was very comfortable to sleep in - I was kinda dreading that part, completely unnecessary as it turned out. There were the camels that turned up for the sunrise at Kata Tjuta. The wild horses along the road. The countless kangaroos and emus we saw in the Flinders Ranges. The small snake at the Garden of Eden, during the King's Canyon Rim Walk which was a great hike all on its own. The vastness of the country we travelled through, when it seemed the flat plains would go on forever.
Eli was a fantastic guide. He was enthusiastic, friendly and very easy to talk to. Also very knowledgeable about the aboriginal cultures of the regions we travelled through. He pointed out so many animals and plants, with stories about their historic background as well as giving us a lot of current information. And he knew the best spots for watching sunsets as well as wild animals.
It was seriously the best group tour I ever took part in. The perfect mix of hikes, sightseeing and relaxing while being surrounded by stunning landscapes
read moreread less
Craig Haslam, Owner at Untamed Escapes, responded to this review - 2025-11-15
Hi there,
Thank you for your fantastic review! We’re so happy to hear your 7-day Uluru to Adelaide adventure was such a memorable and meaningful experience. It sounds like you truly embraced every moment—from sleeping under the stars and exploring breathtaking landscapes to spotting native wildlife and learning about the rich Aboriginal culture along the way.
Eli will be absolutely thrilled to know his enthusiasm, knowledge, and friendly nature helped make the journey so special. It’s wonderful to hear how much you enjoyed his stories and attention to detail throughout the tour. We’ll be sure to pass along your lovely feedback to him.
We’re so glad this experience left such a lasting impression, and we’d love to welcome you on another Untamed Escape in the future. 🌿✨
Warm regards,
The Untamed Escapes Team
read moreread less
Eva
08 Nov 2025
read moreread less
Ellabromhead
17 Oct 2025
read moreread less
Alex123403
17 Oct 2025
read moreread less
Swati1536
26 Sep 2025
Our lovely group enjoyed a full week of adventures and experiences well beyond what we expected. Elliott took care of everything, for 16 hours a day every day! Every extra request - from picking up souvenirs for people to extending certain parts of the trip was taken care of for us. We had the best spots for each sightseeing opportunity and got to see the best of every experience free from the usual crowds.
Thanks, Elliott, for giving us all the trip of a lifetime. I would do the tour, or any other tour, again in a heartbeat!
read moreread less
993mike
25 Sep 2025
read moreread less
roryshanks
14 Sep 2025
Every day brought new, breathtaking scenery and the experience was made so much more interesting by the very informative stories that Elliott had researched and shared on a range of subjects from Aboriginal culture, to colonial history, wildlife, geology and plants.
Our group included people ranging from 9 to their seventies and everyone was very well looked after and catered for. It all worked well because the entire group participated in camp set-up, cooking and pack down. The food was excellent and plentiful too.
I would highly recommend this tour for anyone who wants to see iconic outback sights, and experience bush adventure off the beaten track, with a great balance of driving, bush walking and culture.
read moreread less
Antonia
23 Aug 2025
read moreread less
Emilyscot12
19 Aug 2025
read moreread less
Craig Haslam, Owner at Untamed Escapes, responded to this review - 2025-07-26
Hi there,
Thank you for your amazing review! We’re so glad your Adelaide to Uluru tour was such a memorable experience. It’s wonderful to hear that the cultural elements of the journey added so much meaning, and that Eli’s passion, knowledge, and care made it truly unforgettable.
We’ll be sure to pass on your thanks to him—and we’d love to welcome you on another Untamed Escape soon!
Warm regards,
The Untamed Escapes Team 🌿✨
read moreread less
char1297
17 Jul 2025
We got blessed with Eli as our tour guide. He was doing such a great job by managing several different jobs: driver, tour guide, chef. He knew all our names after the first day, made sure from the beginning that everyone felt comfortable. His inspiration and knowledge about the indigenous people is remarkable and that all at his age. He found the right balance between staying within the schedule, but also be spontaneous and relaxed.
I cannot thank him enough to make this tour unforgettable.
read moreread less
Craig Haslam, Owner at Untamed Escapes, responded to this review - 2025-07-26
Hi there,
Thank you for your fantastic review! We’re so glad your spontaneous decision led to one of your best trips ever. It’s wonderful to hear the group dynamic was fun and diverse—and that Eli made such a lasting impression.
His ability to guide, drive, cook, and connect with everyone is truly special, and we’re thrilled his passion and knowledge enriched your experience. We’ll be sure to pass on your kind words to him!
Thanks again—we’d love to welcome you on another Untamed Escape soon.
Warm regards,
The Untamed Escapes Team 🌿✨
read moreread less
michael
17 Jul 2025
read moreread less
Craig Haslam, Owner at Untamed Escapes, responded to this review - 2025-07-16
Hi there,
Thank you for your lovely review! We’re so happy to hear you had the best time on your Adelaide to Uluru adventure. Eli is a fantastic guide, and it’s wonderful to know his friendliness and knowledge made your trip so memorable.
We’re thrilled you learnt a lot, explored beautiful places, and made lasting memories. We’ll be sure to pass on your thanks to Eli!
Happy travels,
The Untamed Escapes Team 🌿✨
read moreread less
Siobhan
20 Jun 2025
read moreread less
Craig Haslam, Owner at Untamed Escapes, responded to this review - 2025-05-07
Hi there,
Thank you for sharing such a glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that your Adelaide to Uluru tour was an unforgettable adventure. Camping under the stars, hiking stunning trails, and learning about the Aboriginal culture truly capture the essence of the Outback experience.
Eli will be so happy to hear how much you appreciated his passion and expertise throughout the tour. We’re so glad you felt fully immersed in the magic of the Outback and enjoyed the build-up to Uluru!
Thanks again for the recommendation—we’d love to welcome you back for another incredible journey soon!
Warm regards,
The Untamed Escapes Team 🌿✨
read moreread less
Casey
25 Apr 2025
read moreread less
Craig Haslam, Owner at Untamed Escapes, responded to this review - 1970-01-01
Thank you for your wonderful review, Angela! It’s great to hear you had such a memorable time on Kangaroo Island. We’re happy you enjoyed the stunning scenery, incredible wildlife, and the group’s good spirits, thanks to Eli and Elliot’s guidance. They are quite the duo!
We’re so glad the tour left you with fantastic memories, and we hope to welcome you on another adventure soon.
Safe travels!
Untamed Escapes Team
read moreread less
Angela
11 Nov 2024
We travelled a bit over 4200 km, filled with adventure and camaraderie. We tackled together beautiful hikes, slept in swags (and some of us for a few nights decided to have the luxury in tents) which added a unique touch to the experience.
The diversity of Australia truly is something special. I was thinking the long drive through Nullarbor would be boring, but happen to discover a stunning beauty of the coast - The Great Australian Bight - with its dramatic cliffs and gorgeous ocean with the whales and when you think, further down, opposite them is Antarctica
Cape Le Grand NP - another place that I really enjoyed very much. The beaches are stunning. The whitest and finest sand in the world is in Lucky Bay where we were really "lucky" to spend 2 days. The water is crystal clear and dipping your legs in the freezing water after a long hike was so refreshing.. oh, those those little moments were the best!
In general, this trip was intense, a bit physically demanding, but the more time passes, the more we appreciate and like the experience.
read moreread less
Craig Haslam, Owner at Untamed Escapes, responded to this review - 1970-01-01
Thank you so much for sharing this fantastic review! We'rere super happy to hear that your 10-day adventure with us from Adelaide to Perth was as unforgettable as we aim for it to be. Our guides are the heart and soul of our company, so we're glad you found Tom and "Gerry" (lol) as awesome as we do! It sounds like you embraced every rugged moment to the fullest and found beauty in each step of the 4,200km journey. Thank you for letting us be a part of your memories. We can't wait to welcome you back to discover more of Australia’s untamed beauty!
Happy travels,
The Untamed Escapes Team
read moreread less
Anna
21 Oct 2024
read moreread less
Craig Haslam, Owner at Untamed Escapes, responded to this review - 1970-01-01
Thank you for sharing your feedback, and we're so glad you enjoyed Kangaroo Island's beautiful wildlife and our tour overall! We appreciate your comments about the final day and the ferry time and understand your concerns. Unfortunately, the 3-hour conservation activity planned for that had to be cancelled due to circumstances beyond our control, which left us with a gap in the schedule. Our Guide did their best to accommodate this on the day, and we now have a backup plan as a contingency if this falls through in the future.
Regarding the wildlife park, we respect your desire to visit it. However, we do not include it in our itinerary as some of their activities do not align with our wildlife policy.
We continually strive to improve, and your input is invaluable. We're thrilled you enjoyed the tour guides, camp, and evening meals—those are highlights for us, too! Thank you again for travelling with us. We hope to welcome you back soon for more adventures!
Warm regards,
The Untamed Escapes Team
read moreread less
Tourist36593229945
14 Oct 2024
This tour is solo-friendly as you are travelling with like-minded folk and Jack, our guide, was a natural at making everyone feel comfortable and welcome. Our group was well looked after by him whether that be in the variety of food and meals, the time taken to answer our questions and the numerous toilet stops! Jack has the right combination of fun and attentiveness. He has an engaging way of sharing his knowledge of Aboriginal culture and stories which set the scene for our walks beautifully.
This tour delivers a bucket list of memories at a comfortable and chilled pace. I had the best time and would highly recommend this tour.
read moreread less
Craig Haslam, Owner at Untamed Escapes, responded to this review - 1970-01-01
Thank you for your incredible review, Allison! We're thrilled that the 8-Day Adelaide to Uluru Adventure exceeded your expectations and gave you such memorable experiences. It's fantastic that the walks through the Flinders Ranges, Kings Canyon, Kata Tjuta, and Uluru left you enchanted—those breathtaking views are something special! We love that your first swag experience under the stars was a highlight, too!
It's great to hear how much you enjoyed Jack's guiding style, and we're glad he made everyone feel so welcome while sharing his deep knowledge of Aboriginal culture and stories. We always aim to create a relaxed, solo-friendly environment, and it's lovely to know you felt well looked after during the journey.
We're thrilled that this tour gave you a bucket list of memories and hope to welcome you on another adventure soon!
Happy Travels,
Untamed Escapes Team
read moreread less
Allison
05 Oct 2024
read moreread less
Craig Haslam, Owner at Untamed Escapes, responded to this review - 1970-01-01
Thank you for your wonderful review, Mary! We're happy you had such a fun experience camping on the 3-Day Kangaroo Island Adventure. It's fantastic that Eli's enthusiasm and local knowledge helped make your trip even more enjoyable, and we're glad you got to experience the incredible wildlife, including kangaroos, seals, and sea lions!
We love that the rustic swag camping, warm showers, and hearty meals added to the adventure and that you made great friends along the way.
We hope to welcome you back for more adventures soon!
Happy Travels
Untamed Escapes Team
read moreread less
Mary
04 Oct 2024
Jack has a great respect for Aboriginal culture and stories, a respect for the land, a knowledge of geology and gives 110% to make sure his guests experience the magic and rawness of the Aussie outback and country in all its glory.
read moreread less
HassieUntamedEscapes, Owner at Untamed Escapes, responded to this review - 1970-01-01
Thank you so much for your thoughtful and glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that you had such a spectacular experience and that Jack was able to create an inclusive and enriching atmosphere for your journey. It sounds like your time camping under the stars in Ikara Flinders Ranges, exploring the Outback desert, and discovering the beauty of Kata Tjuta and Uluru truly captured the magic of the Aussie outback. We're especially proud that Jack's deep respect for Aboriginal culture, and the land, and his dedication to providing an unforgettable experience resonated with you. We hope to welcome you back for more adventures soon!
Best wishes,
Hassie
Owner | Chief Storyteller
Untamed Escapes
read moreread less
DaveAndrewsKiliClimb
26 Sep 2024
Great tour coordinator/chef/driver. Haven't eaten so well in years. Great guy.
I was 50 and made to feel welcome amongst people of all ages.
Bring a spare batteries for your camera.
read moreread less
Martin
18 May 2024
read moreread less
Annabelle
16 May 2024
The tour guides Gary and Iluka are amazing. Thay took care of us very well.
We had a great time, and this is the most interesting tour I’ve ever joined.
read moreread less
Wander67092912400
14 May 2024
Wish they had been a bit more up front regarding electricity. I would have brought a battery pack if I had known.
read moreread less
HassieUntamedEscapes, Owner at Untamed Escapes, responded to this review - 2024-05-03
Thank you for travelling with Untamed Escapes and for sharing your experience with others. I'm happy to hear you had a great time on tour! Thank you for your feedback regarding availability of electricity on tour. Our adventure tours are designed to take our passengers into untamed Australia on a camping adventure and are a great opportunity unplug and connect with nature. Our Know Before You Go information available on the website notes that the camping on this tour is a mix of national parks and campgrounds with basic facilities. At most places we visit there are powerpoints in communal spaces where you can charge your devices. I hope this did not put a dampner on your trip.
We hope to welcome you back on another escape sometime soon.
Best wishes,
Hassie
Owner | Chief Storyteller
Untamed Escapes
read moreread less
Martin
02 May 2024
Damo worked tirelessly to give us the best experience as well as awesome food. We had people from 7 different countries all sharing stories and experiences.A very inclusive group. I have been on many similar style tours all over the world but this one ranks tops for value, quality and experiences.
If you are not sure about travelling alone or you have never done a trip like this before, you have nothing to fear as this tour will be a life changing experience you will never forget.
many thanks to everyone who made this trip Awesome especially Damo who went well above and beyond to make this trip an awesome adventure.
get out there and do it
read moreread less
HassieUntamedEscapes, Owner at Untamed Escapes, responded to this review - 2024-04-08
Thank you for travelling with Untamed Escapes and for leaving this heartfelt review about your experience on tour with Damo and the rest of your group. This review was such a joy to read. I'm happy to hear that you not only found the tour to be great value for money, but that you also made great new friends, tasted delicious food and had a fantastic adventure all-around.
We hope to welcome you back on another Untamed Escape.
Until then, take care.
Best wishes,
Hassie
Owner | Chief Storyteller
Untamed Escapes
read moreread less
Tony
06 Apr 2024
I made a lot of really good friends there.
If you have Damo as a your guide, you have luck he is an amazing guide. Not only is he a guide and cook he is also a pretty good entertainer. Always making everything interesting, it was never boring.
I can highly recommend the tour to everyone who wants to go to WA and don’t want to fly there.
read moreread less
HassieUntamedEscapes, Owner at Untamed Escapes, responded to this review - 2024-04-04
Thanks for travelling with Untamed Escapes and for sharing your experience with others. I'm so happy to hear this was the tour you enjoyed the most in Australia, and that you had a great time with your Storyteller Guide Damo - it's never a dull moment with him!
Thank you for recommending us to others. We hope to welcome you back on another escape sometime soon.
Until then, take care.
Best wishes,
Hassie
Owner | Chief Storyteller
Untamed Escapes
read moreread less
Meander16233246588
03 Apr 2024
Too bad we had some passengers in the group that really did not know that they signed up for a camping trip (or even read the itinerary/ inclusions/ exclusions at all), where you sleep in REAL swags, help the guide with preparing the meals and the cleanups after, and not always have the possibility to charge your phone without a powerbank. Also, some did not quite understand that you have to have some kind of fitness level, as there are hikes for up to 10K that are real bush hikes, where you have to carry up to 3L of water and get up early (4AM) to not be walking in the extreme heat of the day. It affected the experience of the rest of the group in some way, but I think our tour guide handled the situations with these high maintenance people very well.
Conclusion: this trip is 10/10 recommended if you want to see and learn a lot of the outback of Australia and get to know the culture, enjoy some basic camping and hikes up to 10K in the bushes, are willing to roll up your sleeves, and don't mind long drives and shorter nights. Also a recommendation: carefully read all the information that is presented on the website ;).
read moreread less
HassieUntamedEscapes, Owner at Untamed Escapes, responded to this review - 2023-12-03
Thank you so much for travelling with Untamed Escapes and for sharing this detailed review of your experience with other travellers. It really warms my heart to hear this tour was a dream come true for you.
I'm happy to hear you loved your experience in the spiritual heart of Australia, and the journey to get there, from sleeping under the stars and getting up to see the sunrises, to having a laugh with your fellow travellers and even seeing the bright side in light of some unexpected situations.
I'm sorry to hear part of your experience was impacted by some others on the trip. We do our best to give our passengers all of the information about the tour ahead of time, and our Know Before You Go information is also on our website for people to read and consider before they book.
We hope to welcome you on another Untamed Escape sometime soon.
Until then, take care.
Best wishes,
Hassie
Owner | Chief Storyteller
Untamed Escapes
read moreread less
1999emmavd
28 Nov 2023
read moreread less
HassieUntamedEscapes, Owner at Untamed Escapes, responded to this review - 2023-12-03
Thank you for travelling with Untamed Escapes and for sharing this review and your advice with other travellers. I'm really happy to hear you had a wonderful time on the tour and loved the adventure and camping experience we offer, as well as the food on tour! Our tours are quite active and being a camping tour it can be a slightly different comfort level than some people are after, and we do have this information about the tour available on our website before booking, and also in the pre departure information. We find most of our travellers, like you, love the adventure of being in the great outdoors and soaking up the nature around them!
We hope to welcome you back on another Untamed Escape sometime soon.
Until then, travel safely.
Best wishes,
Hassie
Owner| Chief Storyteller
Untamed Escapes
read moreread less
Aleks
25 Nov 2023
The people on the tour were great and we became one big family.
Our guide Brendan was the best; very knowledgeable, he kept us entertained with fun and informative stories about geology, people, history and the solar system. And to top it off, we had very tasty dinners worth of any gourmet restaurant.
Simply the best tour I've ever been on.
read moreread less
Stef
17 Oct 2023
read moreread less
HassieUntamedEscapes, Owner at Untamed Escapes, responded to this review - 2023-10-16
Hello Lynne,
Thank you for travelling with Untamed Escapes and for sharing your experience in this review.
I'm really happy to hear that you had a wonderful time on tour with Brendan. The Stirling Ranges really are stunning, and I can see why they would be a highlight for you.
We hope to welcome you back on another Untamed Escape some time soon.
Until then, take care.
Best wishes,
Hassie
Owner | Chief Storyteller
Untamed Escapes
read moreread less
Lynne
14 Oct 2023
read moreread less
HassieUntamedEscapes, Owner at Untamed Escapes, responded to this review - 2023-10-16
Thank you so much for travelling with Untamed Escapes and for sharing this wonderful review. I'm so happy to hear you had a fantastic time unearthing the best of South Australia and Western Australia with Brendan and your new 'family' of travellers. It's these types of experiences that stay with us for a lifetime, and I hope that's the case for you.
We'd love to welcome you back on another Untamed Escape sometime soon.
Until then, travel safe.
Best wishes,
Hassie
Owner | Chief Storyteller
Untamed Escapes
read moreread less
Indy
14 Oct 2023
All features on the trip were truly remarkable.
Brendan - our outstanding Guide & fantastic Chef kept us interested in the history, filled our bellies with the tastiest meals and he can carry a good tune when it comes to singing the songs.
Hope to be"on the road again" soon.
Regards June Oct 2023
read moreread less
HassieUntamedEscapes, Owner at Untamed Escapes, responded to this review - 2023-10-16
Thank you for travelling with Untamed Escapes and for sharing your experience with other travellers.
I'm thrilled to hear you had a wonderful time crossing the Nullarbor and the Great Australian Bight with Brendan and your fellow travellers.
As Coodlie Park was my home for many years I have a special place in my heart for it and I always love hearing when other people love it, too.
We hope to welcome you back on another Untamed Escape sometime soon.
Until then, travel safe.
Best wishes,
Hassie
Owner | Chief Storyteller
Untamed Escapes
read moreread less
heather
14 Oct 2023
Joan and David
read moreread less
HassieUntamedEscapes, Owner at Untamed Escapes, responded to this review - 2023-09-21
Thank you for travelling with Untamed Escapes and for sharing your experience with other travellers. I'm so happy to hear you had a wonderful time unearthing the best of South Australia and Western Australia with your Storyteller Guide, Steve. He is a fantastic guide and all-around great guy and we're lucky to have him. You picked a great time of year to travel to see the wildflowers in full bloom. They really are awesome!
We look forward to welcoming you back on another Untamed Escape with us soon.
Until then, travel safe.
Best wishes,
Hassie
Owner | Chief Storyteller
Untamed Escapes
read moreread less
JoanD1783
18 Sep 2023
When my friend told me about this trip, I thought she’s crazy or gonna be crazy during to trip. It was the wildest adventure of my life. I’ve been to many beautiful places but what I saw on this trip was exceptionally beautiful. Brendan and Michel always gave us positive energy. Their passion for Australian bushes and geology was a bonus. I can't understand how they maintain so much energy from early morning until nighttime. Happy days! When my friend told me about this trip, I thought she’s crazy or gonna be crazy during to trip. It was the wildest adventure of my life. I’ve been many beautiful place but what i saw in this trip was exceptionally beautiful. Brendan and Michel always gave us positive energy. Their passion for Australian bushes and geology was a bonus. I can't understand how they maintain so much energy from early morning until nighttime. Happy days
read moreread less
Sunny
15 Apr 2023
I was on the Adelaide to Uluru 8 day tour and it was the best tour I have ever experienced. The guides Micheal and Brendan were amazing and I couldn’t have asked for better ones. The camping aspect was amazing (except for the dingos and ants) but the people in the group made up for it. The food was great and the activities included were fantastic. I can tell you it was an amazing experience and I would absolutely do it again.
read moreread less
Alyssa
14 Apr 2023
Thank you (Brendan and Michael) for sharing a lot of knowledge and stories about history, geology and aboriginal culture (made every sign unnecessary) and for being always good for a laugh.
I could imagine no better way and no better guides to explore this part of Australia.
read moreread less
HassieUntamedEscapes, Owner at Untamed Escapes, responded to this review - 2023-04-21
Thank you for travelling with Untamed Escapes, and for sharing your experience with other travellers. It is fantastic to hear that you had a 5-star experience unearthing South Australia and the Northern Territory with Brendan and Michael. We've done our best to pack this tour with as much adventure and cultural learning experiences as we can and I'm so happy you enjoyed it all.
We hope to welcome you back on another Untamed Escape sometime soon.
Until then, take care.
Best wishes,
Hassie
Owner | Chief Storyteller
Untamed Escapes
read moreread less
Lyl_sto
14 Apr 2023
read moreread less
Madalien
13 Apr 2023
I saw so many highlights of the South coast of Australia but never felt rushed thanks to the great organisation and instructions from our wonderful guide Brendan. He had so much energy, plenty of fun stories to share, great playlists, was always in a good mood and I really felt in safe hands. Brendan went above and beyond for our group and really made this trip special. He dealt perfectly with the unexpected and did his best to accommodate everybody's requests and requirements. Finally, he cooked delicious meals for us everyday and added a few bonus activities/stops to the itinerary.
It was a wonderful experience that exceeded my expectations and I can't wait to do another tour with Untamed Escapes.
Thank you Brendan and Untamed Escapes for this amazing trip!
read moreread less
HassieUntamedEscapes, Owner at Untamed Escapes, responded to this review - 2023-04-12
Thank you for travelling with Untamed Escapes and for sharing your experience with other travellers. I'm so thrilled to hear you had a 5-star experience unearthing South Australia and Western Australia with Brendan and your fellow travellers.
Brendan is a talented Guide and Operations Manager and I'm happy to hear you enjoyed his cooking, stories, and music selection.
We hope to welcome you back on another Untamed Escape sometime soon.
Until then, travel safely.
Best wishes,
Hassie
Owner | Chief Storyteller
Untamed Escapes
read moreread less
Marjorie1510
12 Apr 2023
We loved camping out in the swags and all the camping spots provided something different. The variety of activities was excellent, we especially enjoyed the hikes, beach time and crossing the Nullabor (even though it rained!).
read moreread less
Edward
05 Mar 2023
Had the best 10-days camping under the stars! There was only 6 members on the tour, but all the meals and activities worked nonetheless. Our tour guide Jackson was very informative and his meals were the bomb! My favourite part of the trip was lucky bay, would recommend for sure!
read moreread less
Jayden
03 Feb 2023
We very much enjoyed our trip from Perth to Adelaide! It was a unforgettable experience whit lots of highlights. The tourguide Jakson was very professional and did a great job! - Thank you very much for the great Time!!
read moreread less
Stephan
20 Jan 2023
I had an amazing 10 day tour from Perth to Adelaide! Saw the most wonderful places. Everything was well organised. Swag sleeping was a nice experience. We had an amazing group of people ! Lots of respect for Jackson! He’ s such an amazing tour guide and person. He knows so much and shared his knowledge with us. And I liked his ideas for lunch and dinner very much.
read moreread less
Tess
19 Jan 2023
The 10 days of Adelaide to Perth will remain an unforgettable experience to me.
This had everything - swag camping , star studded night skies, beautiful beaches, scenic drives, spectacular hikes, picnic lunches & a lot of wildlife ( yes, Kangaroos wake you up in the morning - I am not kidding !! ).
The selected camping parks and the facilities available were impressive, can't complain. Enough time to explore and enjoy places.
Have to mention - Brendon and Jackson - they were the best guides , really appreciate their hard work, effort and patience to give all of us a wonderful tour experience. The food was delicious, in-plenty and always on-time, never felt disappointed :) .
The group was a bunch of wonderful humans who were very friendly and full of energy, there was never a boring moment !!
Highly recommended to anyone who is looking for a tour across Nullarbor !!
Thanks for the experience, and looking forward to the next adventure with Untamed Escapes!!
This had everything - swag camping , star studded night skies, beautiful beaches, scenic drives, spectacular hikes, picnic lunches & a lot of wildlife ( yes, Kangaroos wake you up in the morning - I am not kidding !! ).
The selected camping parks and the facilities available were impressive, can't complain. Enough time to explore and enjoy places.
Have to mention - Brendon and Jackson - they were the best guides , really appreciate their hard work, effort and patience to give all of us a wonderful tour experience. The food was delicious, in-plenty and always on-time, never felt disappointed :) .
The group was a bunch of wonderful humans who were very friendly and full of energy, there was never a boring moment !!
Highly recommended to anyone who is looking for a tour across Nullarbor !!
Thanks for the experience, and looking forward to the next adventure with Untamed Escapes!!
read moreread less
Dheeraj
13 Jan 2023
The incredible Adelaide to Perth 10 Day camping trip.
A review simply cannot sum up how amazing this trip was! If you are contemplating booking it, just do it! Home grown Aussie like myself, an expat or tourist, it's really an amazing experience for everyone.
The places you visit showcase some of the incredible beauty Australia has to offer and camping in a swag really lets you get in touch with nature. We really are a very lucky country!
Our guides Brendan and Jackson went above and beyond to make this trip over NYE extra special and memorable and we will all be forever grateful. Our eclectic group of people made for such real, heartwarming, genuine fun and laughs that will forever bring a smile to my face ????????
I cannot recommend this trip enough and look forward to planning my next adventure with UnTammed Escapes!
A review simply cannot sum up how amazing this trip was! If you are contemplating booking it, just do it! Home grown Aussie like myself, an expat or tourist, it's really an amazing experience for everyone.
The places you visit showcase some of the incredible beauty Australia has to offer and camping in a swag really lets you get in touch with nature. We really are a very lucky country!
Our guides Brendan and Jackson went above and beyond to make this trip over NYE extra special and memorable and we will all be forever grateful. Our eclectic group of people made for such real, heartwarming, genuine fun and laughs that will forever bring a smile to my face ????????
I cannot recommend this trip enough and look forward to planning my next adventure with UnTammed Escapes!
read moreread less
Jacqui
10 Jan 2023
read moreread less
jenfeins123
10 Jan 2023
An absolutely amazing and unique trip. Highly recommend for those wishing to cross the Nullarbor and experience the most beautiful landscapes with other like minded travelers who become family. We completed our trip over New Year’s Eve and our guides Brendan and Jackson pulled out all of the stops to make sure we had the best night ringing in the New Year. Nothing beats waking up in your swag to kangaroos hopping nearby on New Year’s Day.
read moreread less
Kitty
07 Jan 2023
The ''6 Day Eyre Peninsula and Flinders Ranges Tour'' from Untamed Escapes in Nov. 2022 was awesome! In just a few days we did great activities, saw many beautiful places as well as different native animals in nature and gained valuable experiences.
And our multi-skilled, friendly guide Steve did a fantastic job making the tour enjoyable for us. I’d like to highlight that he was motivated, knowledgeable, reliable, flexible, patient, drove safely and had varied & healthy nutritional ideas.
And our multi-skilled, friendly guide Steve did a fantastic job making the tour enjoyable for us. I’d like to highlight that he was motivated, knowledgeable, reliable, flexible, patient, drove safely and had varied & healthy nutritional ideas.
read moreread less
Rachel
03 Dec 2022
Such an amazing day our tour guide Geoff was AMAZING, so knowledgeable and went out of his way to stop along the way to explain many things, from bush tucker to the environment. The food and wine was out of this world a must do!
read moreread less
HassieUntamedEscapes, Owner at Untamed Escapes, responded to this review - 2022-12-02
Thank you so much for travelling with us and for leaving this fantastic review. We are so happy you had a wonderful time exploring and indulging in the region's phenomenal food and wine with Geoff, our legendary Storyteller Guide.
Until next time, take care.
Best wishes,
Hassie
Owner | Chief Storyteller
Untamed Escapes
read moreread less
mhallatt2018
01 Dec 2022
read moreread less
HassieUntamedEscapes, Owner at Untamed Escapes, responded to this review - 2022-12-02
Thank you for travelling with Untamed Escapes and for sharing your experience with other travellers. We are so happy you had a wonderful time unearthing the Nullarbor and some of WA and SA's best destinations with Damian. We think that this epic road trip across the Nullarbor should be on everyone's bucket list and we're thrilled we could help you cross it off yours.
Thank you also for recommending the trip to your friends and family – we hope to welcome them on an Untamed Escape soon.
Until next time, take care.
Best wishes,
Hassie
Owner | Chief Storyteller
Untamed Escapes
read moreread less
O9354HUrobynb
30 Nov 2022
read moreread less
HassieUntamedEscapes, Owner at Untamed Escapes, responded to this review - 2022-11-29
Thank you for travelling with Untamed Escapes and sharing your experience with other travellers. We're so happy you had an unforgettable time unearthing South and Central Australia with Matt. He is a fantastic Storyteller Guide and really knows the area.
We hope to welcome you back on another untamed escape some time soon.
Until then, travel safe.
Best wishes,
Hassie
Owner | Chief Storyteller
Untamed Escapes
read moreread less
Colin
24 Nov 2022
read moreread less
HassieUntamedEscapes, Owner at Untamed Escapes, responded to this review - 2022-11-25
Thank you for travelling with Untamed Escapes and sharing your experience with other travellers. We're so happy you had an unforgettable time unearthing South and Central Australia with Matt. He is a fantastic Storyteller Guide and really knows the area.
We hope to welcome you back on another untamed escape some time soon.
Until then, travel safe.
Best wishes,
Hassie
Owner | Chief Storyteller
Untamed Escapes
read moreread less
ObsessiveTravellers
24 Nov 2022
What an amazing day we had with tour guide Geoff, who is nothing short of a national treasure.
A retired scientist, senior government parks and water management CEO and researcher, Geoff is a man who thinks outside the square.
He shared his extensive and fascinating knowledge of the flora, fauna and geology of the Eyre Peninsula/SA/Vic/NSW.
Now retired and enjoying telling guests all about Coffin Bay and Pt Lincoln, Geoff is so much more than a host and guide.
After the drive from Pt Lincoln towards Coffin Bay, we saw a school of feeding snapper and lots of emus, learned about the flora in the Coffin Bay national park, had tea and home made Anzac biscuits at Avoid Bay, put on waders and learned to open oysters ( and eat them) at Oyster HQ, then fabulous lunch with wine at 1802 restaurant and a personal tour by Ross whose father and uncles built the historic tuna boat Tacoma, then a thrilling sand dune encounter!!
A knowledgeable and practical Australian, Geoff deserves national recognition.
Well done Untamed Tours for having him on your team!! Thank you.
A retired scientist, senior government parks and water management CEO and researcher, Geoff is a man who thinks outside the square.
He shared his extensive and fascinating knowledge of the flora, fauna and geology of the Eyre Peninsula/SA/Vic/NSW.
Now retired and enjoying telling guests all about Coffin Bay and Pt Lincoln, Geoff is so much more than a host and guide.
After the drive from Pt Lincoln towards Coffin Bay, we saw a school of feeding snapper and lots of emus, learned about the flora in the Coffin Bay national park, had tea and home made Anzac biscuits at Avoid Bay, put on waders and learned to open oysters ( and eat them) at Oyster HQ, then fabulous lunch with wine at 1802 restaurant and a personal tour by Ross whose father and uncles built the historic tuna boat Tacoma, then a thrilling sand dune encounter!!
A knowledgeable and practical Australian, Geoff deserves national recognition.
Well done Untamed Tours for having him on your team!! Thank you.
read moreread less
Jane
23 Oct 2022
I went on the Adelaide to Perth camping trip and had a GREAT time! It was the first tour of the season and we went out with a new guide, but she was very professional, friendly, cheerful, and upbeat. Any issues that popped up she handled well as she has been guiding around Australia for many years. I was a bit scared about sleeping in a swag in the open but they were very comfortable and after one night I loved sleeping under the stars! The scenery was very impressive and the activities were fun and entertaining. Overall it was a very enjoyable tour and I would definitely recommend Untamed Escapes!
read moreread less
Demi
17 Oct 2022
I do not recommend Untamed Escapes.
I recently undertook the 10 day camping tour from Adelaide - Perth.
Their website claims 'Unearth Australia with your expert guide', however this was not the case. The 'guide' had not completed the trip before, never been to any of places we were visiting and had no knowledge of the history or area we were travelling to. There was zero knowledge imparted and valuable time lost in finding our destinations and/or a good place to stop.
The company chose to allow the trip to run at full cost, with a new employee to lead the tour without providing the appropriate level of training or a mentor to learn from. This was negligent. It compromised the safety, enjoyment and value for money for its customers. At the very least we (the customers) should have been informed of the situation and possibly a discount offered as our trip essentially was a 'trial run.'
At the conclusion of the tour, Untamed Escapes requested feedback, which I provided. Their explanation was that this trip was their first after the Covid period and they had trouble recruiting new guides. All their previous employees had moved on to other careers. An apology was provided.
We visited many interesting places, undertook great hikes and saw some amazing scenery. However, I could have seen this on my own. The reason I choose to embark on a tour is to learn from knowledgeable guides about the history of the area and know exactly the best places to stop to maximise the time and enjoyment I have in a certain location.
I recently undertook the 10 day camping tour from Adelaide - Perth.
Their website claims 'Unearth Australia with your expert guide', however this was not the case. The 'guide' had not completed the trip before, never been to any of places we were visiting and had no knowledge of the history or area we were travelling to. There was zero knowledge imparted and valuable time lost in finding our destinations and/or a good place to stop.
The company chose to allow the trip to run at full cost, with a new employee to lead the tour without providing the appropriate level of training or a mentor to learn from. This was negligent. It compromised the safety, enjoyment and value for money for its customers. At the very least we (the customers) should have been informed of the situation and possibly a discount offered as our trip essentially was a 'trial run.'
At the conclusion of the tour, Untamed Escapes requested feedback, which I provided. Their explanation was that this trip was their first after the Covid period and they had trouble recruiting new guides. All their previous employees had moved on to other careers. An apology was provided.
We visited many interesting places, undertook great hikes and saw some amazing scenery. However, I could have seen this on my own. The reason I choose to embark on a tour is to learn from knowledgeable guides about the history of the area and know exactly the best places to stop to maximise the time and enjoyment I have in a certain location.
read moreread less
Claire
13 Oct 2022
I recently undertook the 10 day camping tour from Adelaide - Perth.
Their website claims 'Unearth Australia with your expert guide', however this was not the case. The 'guide' had not completed the trip before, never been to any of places we were visiting and had no knowledge of the history or area we were travelling to. There was zero knowledge imparted and valuable time lost in finding our destinations and/or a good place to stop.
The company chose to allow the trip to run at full cost, with a new employee to lead the tour without providing the appropriate level of training or a mentor to learn from. This was negligent. It compromised the safety, enjoyment and value for money for its customers. At the very least we (the customers) should have been informed of the situation and possibly a discount offered as our trip essentially was a 'trial run.'
At the conclusion of the tour, Untamed Escapes requested feedback, which I provided. Their explanation was that this trip was their first after the Covid period and they had trouble recruiting new guides. All their previous employees had moved on to other careers. An apology was provided.
We visited many interesting places, undertook great hikes and saw some amazing scenery. However, I could have seen this on my own. The reason I choose to embark on a tour is to learn from knowledgeable guides about the history of the area and know exactly the best places to stop to maximise the time and enjoyment I have in a certain location.
read moreread less
HassieUntamedEscapes, Owner at Untamed Escapes, responded to this review - 2022-10-19
Hi Claire @claireIP7839QE
My name is Craig Haslam (Hassie), and I am the business owner. Thank you for your review of our 10-day Adelaide to Perth camping tour, and I think you have been more than fair with your comments.
I don’t think we have had a similar review in all my years as the owner. The buck stops with me. I felt that Taz could handle the tour with support, but as per your feedback, I was wrong, and your experience with our company was unsatisfactory. And for that, I sincerely apologize.
My Operations Manager, Brendan, did respond to your email feedback, but I would like to add some additional information.
Although we have been running tours since 2004, this was our first camping tour post-COVID, and personally, I felt like we were starting the business all over again. This is not an excuse; in hindsight, I wish we had advised the passengers that we had a new Guide doing her first tour of the Nullarbor.
Pre-COVID, when guides were readily available, guides would not do a trip like the 10-day Adelaide to Perth without having done a famil trip and working with a senior guide to learn the route but also understand what is required to operate camping tours. Unfortunately, as we lost all of our Senior Guides during COVID, we have recruited new Guides. Taz is great, and we are excited by her passion to learn, and we are sure she will develop into a great guide. But the first trip is difficult – for all of us, including me as the business owner.
We had our intern, Demi, on board to support Taz, and we naïvely thought that they would be able to help each other, and it seemed all was going OK until the distance of the Nullarbor crossing.
Whilst we have an Interpretative Manual for Guide with tour information, the first tour is about handling the journey and the subsequent trips, which is when that local knowledge you have read starts to flow.
I regret not considering contacting the passengers to give them pre-tour advice to say that Taz was doing her first trip. To be honest, it never entered my mind as an option. It was more about supporting Taz through the tour with extra human resources (Demi), and in saying that, I personally still do not think we supported Taz well enough on her first trip.
We believe that Taz will be a great guide with more training. Our new Operations Manager has recently overhauled our Guides training and induction processes, and since your complaint, we have implemented a new training policy as part of the Guides Training Program to ensure this never happens again.
So, thank you for your fair assessment of our tour. As a company and business owner, I take this feedback on board, and we look to improve.
I will contact you via phone to discuss the matter further, including compensation to make up for your disappointing experience.
Sincerely,
Craig "Hassie" Haslam
Owner
read moreread less
clairelP7839QE
13 Oct 2022
TripADeal sub-contracted our 10 day Adelaide to Alice Springs adventure to Untamed Escapes and how lucky we were! Matt (our mini-bus driver and guide), was fantastic, a real legend! We felt very safe with his driving and he went above and beyond to make our road trip so memorable. Matt was friendly, professional and knowledgeable with a cheeky Aussie sense of humour. We would recommend that you give Untamed Adventures a go.
read moreread less
Liz
21 Jun 2022
and Geoff without any hesitation.
read moreread less
HassieUntamedEscapes, Owner at Untamed Escapes, responded to this review - 2022-05-24
Thank you for writing us a lovely review and for jumping on board with Untamed Escapes. We are so happy to hear you had such a great time unearthing the Eyre Peninsula with Geoff. He is a wealth of knowledge and an incredible ambassador for the region.
We are looking forward to welcoming you on another untamed escape one day.
Cheers,
Hassie
Chief Storyteller | Owner
Untamed Escapes
read moreread less
evelynmT2186GX
14 May 2022

































































