Cape to Cape Diary-Neal Bennet

Neal walked the Cape to Cape with Inspiration Outdoors in October 2006. He came back in 2008 and walked both Albany to Denmark and Walpole to Denmark. And in February 2009 he’s joining us in New Zealand. He’s sent me his diary for the Cape to Cape, it’s a great record and anyone contemplating the walk should have a read. Thanks Neal.

Neal Bennet’s Cape to Cape Diary

Cape Naturaliste to Cape Leeuwin 2010

Destined to become one of the great walks of the world, the Cape to Cape track meanders from Cape Naturaliste to Cape Leeuwin. Enjoy spectacular cliff top hiking, deserted beaches and magnificent karri trees. This is a challenging walk, made very achievable by carrying only a day pack and returning to comfortable accommodation and great meals every evening.

In spring the wildflowers will astound you, with the hillsides ablaze with purple scaevola and pink pimelia. The sandy patches will reveal an amazing variety of orchids. There is also a chance of seeing whales at this time of year. Dolphins are often sighted surfing the waves, along with the board riders. This is an 8 day trip, with 7 days of walking. Each night walkers return to the same chalet accommodation on the outskirts of Augusta., where you’ll enjoy hot showers, a comfortable bed and great food.  The total distance is 135km, or approx 20km/day. There is a lot of sand and beach walking and a good level of fitness is required, with preparation recommended.

Dates:
2nd-9th October 2010

Pricing: AUD$2200 per person

Includes:
Includes all accommodation, transport, meals and guiding. Transport to and from Perth is available at no additional cost.