This day starts with alpacas and ends with wine. I love the farm breakfast vibe with hand-feeding alpacas and emus, then easing into scones and locally roasted coffee. I also love that the day doesn’t just do tasting for tasting’s sake, you visit three boutique wineries and get a proper sense of Margaret River styles. One thing to consider is pacing, a few stops are intentionally short, so if you want hours at one cellar, this format may feel busy.

My favorite part is how relaxed it feels for a packed itinerary. The crew running the day, often hosts like Ziggy or Dani, keep it friendly and on time, and the small group size (max 11) helps you actually talk with people. The main trade-off is that you’re on the go for about seven hours, and the tour does require good weather, so plan for the possibility of a reschedule if conditions are rough.

Key Highlights You Should Know

• Hand-feed alpacas and emus at the morning farmstay, then settle in with scones (jam and cream) and local coffee
• Temper Temper for fine chocolate tasting plus a look at the coffee roaster curator
• Three boutique wineries in one day, including Ashbrook Estate, Brown Hill Estate, and Redgate Wines
• A quick coastal stop in Gracetown, with sea views and a chance to spot wildlife like dolphins or whales on some days
• Olio Bello olive farm lunch, with olive oil and olive-based product tastings plus a farm-to-plate meal
• Small-group format with pickup and drop-off across Margaret River town locations

A Small-Group Day That Mixes Farm Life, Coast, and Three Wineries

This is the kind of Margaret River day trip that feels like a balanced sampler. You start with animals and breakfast, then switch to chocolate and coffee, then you hit wine and food, and you still get a coastal breather built in.

The tour runs about 7 hours starting at 9:00 am, using an air-conditioned vehicle with pickup and drop-off at Margaret River in-town locations. It also caps at 11 travelers, which matters. You get time to ask questions, and the day doesn’t feel like a factory line.

Most of the experience is built around people and small producers, not big, scripted stops. In practice, that means you’ll leave with more than just a list of vineyards, you’ll understand why these farms and wineries make the choices they do.

What I’d call the sweet spot

If you like variety and you’re happy bouncing between experiences, you’ll probably love this. It’s also a good choice if you want wine tasting without the pressure of being a wine expert.

Morning at Margaret River Hideaway Farmstay: Alpacas, Emus, and Scones

The day begins at the private farmstay stop, Margaret River Hideaway & Farmstay, where the theme is hands-on. You get to hand-feed alpacas and emus, which is more fun than watching from behind a fence.

After the animal time, you shift gears to morning tea. You’ll enjoy scones with jam and cream plus locally roasted coffee and tea. This is a smart move in the itinerary. It gives you fuel early, and it keeps the morning from turning into a wine-only rush.

Expect this part to be relaxed and friendly rather than formal. Also note the time: you’ll spend about 55 minutes here. That’s enough to enjoy the feeding and the food, without burning half your day on just one location.

A practical tip before you arrive

Wear closed-toe shoes if you’re even slightly cautious about farm paths. The tour does not promise anything slippery or muddy, but farmgrounds can be unpredictable.

And if you’re not into animal encounters, it might be the least “your thing” part. Still, it’s a brief, light start that makes the rest of the day feel more interesting.

Temper Temper Fine Chocolate and the Coffee Roaster Stop

After breakfast, the tour adds a quick dessert and caffeine interlude at Temper Temper Fine Chocolate. The key here is that it’s a 3-in-1 stop, with fine chocolate tasting and a look at the coffee roaster curator.

You’re not there forever. The scheduled time is about 25 minutes, so think of it as a taste-and-learn pit stop rather than a full tasting room session. If you adore chocolate, you might wish it ran longer, but it does its job. You get a sample, you get the story, and you’re back in the rhythm of the day.

One detail worth noting is that this is still part of the “local producer” approach. You’re not just eating something sweet, you’re seeing how the roaster and chocolate makers fit into the local scene.

Wine Tasting at Three Boutique Estates: Ashbrook, Brown Hill, Redgate

Now we get to the main event. The tour’s centerpiece is three hand-picked boutique wineries, designed to show how varied Margaret River wines can be.

The wineries listed for this day are:

• Ashbrook Estate
• Brown Hill Estate
• Redgate Wines

Each winery stop is about 1 hour, so you get enough time to taste multiple wines and have conversations, but not so much time that you get numbed by the process. This is a good balance for a full-day outing.

Why the “three wineries” approach works for most people

Trying one winery can feel one-note. Trying three gives you contrast. Even if you don’t memorize every varietal, you start noticing patterns like style differences, how winemakers handle oak, or how the same region can express itself in different ways.

If you end up with lots of pours during those hour-long stops, that can be a real highlight. In fact, some people have counted 21-plus tastings across the day, which tells you the pace of tasting can add up.

The best way to enjoy this section

Go in with a couple of questions. For example: Which wines felt most balanced to you? Or which styles made you want to taste again instead of just keep going? Having a small goal helps you avoid the classic problem of tasting so many things that later you can’t remember what you liked.

And if you’re the driver back in the lineup later, keep water nearby. The tour includes water during the day, but drinks beyond that are not included at lunch.

Gracetown Coast Pause and Why 15 Minutes Still Works

Between wineries, the tour includes a coastal nature stop in Gracetown. It’s short at about 15 minutes, but it’s placed right when you might appreciate a reset.

Here’s what this stop is about:

• sea views with that classic green-blue ocean look
• watching the coast with surfers nearby
• a chance to see dolphins riding waves
• on some days, migrating whales

Even if you don’t spot wildlife, the quick sea break matters. It gives your brain a visual reset from tasting rooms and farm tables.

A small extra detail that can make it feel more meaningful is the local storytelling that sometimes comes with this stop, including a quick mention of a story about Grace.

If you hate waiting for animals

Then you may find this stop “small payoff” compared to the wine or the farm. But it’s designed as a breath, not as a guaranteed wildlife viewing session.

If you’re visiting during whale season or you get lucky with dolphins, it can be a memorable moment.

Lunch at Olio Bello Olive Farm: Oil Tasting and Farm-to-Plate Plates

Lunch takes place at Olio Bello, an olive farm stop with both tastings and a proper meal. You’ll sample olive oils and olive-based products, then move into a farm-to-plate lunch at their cafe set among the olive groves.

The scheduled lunch time is about 1 hour 15 minutes, which is comfortably long. It gives you time to taste without feeling rushed, and it gives your stomach a real breather before more wine.

This is also one of the best value points in the whole day. The tour price includes lunch, and the lunch itself is paired with tasting. That means you’re not paying wine-tour money for just a sandwich.

What’s included versus not included

Lunch includes food, but drinks other than water are not included. So if you like wine with your meal, you’ll want to budget for it separately. The upside is you can still do tastings at the wineries, and you’re not forced into a drink package.

Also, purchases and gifts are not included, so if you love olive oil, expect to decide on the spot.

Price, Pacing, and What You Get for $136.28

At $136.28 per person, this isn’t a cheap “hop on a bus and sip” tour. But it also isn’t trying to price itself like a private driver day.

Here’s what you get that makes the math work:

• Pickup and drop-off across Margaret River town locations
• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Wine tastings across three wineries
• Lunch at the olive farm
• Morning tea with scones (jam and cream) plus locally roasted coffee or tea

When you add those pieces together, the fee starts to look more fair. You’re basically paying for transport and a planned day that includes food and tastings, not just tastings alone.

The biggest consideration: the day is full

About seven hours sounds reasonable until you realize it includes animal time, chocolate, coast, wine tastings, and lunch with olive oil. You’ll be doing a lot.

So this is best for people who enjoy structured variety. If you want a slower wine-only day, you might prefer something with fewer stops.

Weather matters

The tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor conditions, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund. That’s standard for outdoor and farm-adjacent stops, and it’s worth keeping in mind when you’re planning.

Who This Tour Suits Best

This fits best with travelers who want Margaret River’s “more than wine” side in one day.

You’ll likely enjoy it if:

• you want farm life plus tastings, not just cellars
• you like small group days where it’s easier to chat
• you want to learn a bit about local producers without feeling tested
• you’re open to trying wines and foods even if you don’t consider yourself a wine person

It can also be a good family-friendly option depending on your kids. The tour notes that kids under 7 must sit on a child seat, and service animals are allowed.

And because it’s small, it can feel social in a good way. People often come away talking about meeting new friends across countries, which makes sense when there are only 11 seats and you’re together for most of the day.

Should You Book This Tour? Quick Decision Guide

Book it if you want a relaxed, small-group full-day that blends farm experiences, local food, and wine from multiple boutique estates. The mix of alpacas and emus, scones and coffee, quick chocolate and coffee-roaster exposure, a coast pause in Gracetown, and lunch at Olio Bello is the kind of itinerary that keeps things interesting.

Skip it if you only care about wine and you want long winery time, or if a farm animal start sounds like your least favorite way to begin the day.

If you’re unsure, here’s my simple test: do you like variety? If yes, you’re in the right place.

FAQ

What is the tour duration and start time?

The tour runs for about 7 hours and starts at 9:00 am.

Where does the tour start and where does it end?

It starts at 1 Tunbridge St, Margaret River WA 6285, and it ends back at the same meeting point.

Is pickup available?

Yes. Pickup and drop-off are offered at any Margaret River in-town location.

What’s included in the tour price?

The price includes lunch, an air-conditioned vehicle, wine tastings, pickup and drop-off, and a morning tea with scones plus locally roasted coffee or tea. Water is available during the day.

Which wineries and lunch stops are included?

The wine tasting stops include Ashbrook Estate, Brown Hill Estate, and Redgate Wines. Lunch is at Olio Bello, an olive farm with olive oil and olive-based product tastings.

Is there a coastal stop during the day?

Yes, there’s a Gracetown stop for about 15 minutes, with coastal views and chances to see wildlife like dolphins, and on some days migrating whales.

Are drinks included with lunch?

No. Drinks other than water during lunch are not included.

What if the weather is bad or the minimum number of travelers isn’t met?

The tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund. If the minimum number of travelers isn’t met, you’ll also be offered a different date or a full refund.

How far ahead can I cancel for a full refund?

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. Canceling less than 24 hours before the start time is not refunded.