Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
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Sleeping
Diamond Forest Cottages
( 08-9772 3170;
www.diamondforest.com.au
; 29159 South Western Hwy; chalets $180-200; )
South of
Manjimup, before the turn-off to Pemberton, is this collection of well-equipped wooden
chalets with decks, scattered around a farm. Turkeys and sheep wander around, and
there's a petting zoo and daily animal-feeding for the kids.
CHALET
$$
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Information
Visitor Centre
(
9771 1831;
www.manjimup.wa.gov.au
; Giblett St;
9am-5pm)
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Pemberton
POP 760
Hidden deep in the karri forests, drowsy Pemberton has also taken an epicurean turn, pro-
ducing excellent wine that rivals that of Margaret River for quality if not for scale. If Mar-
garet River is WA's Bordeaux, Pemberton is its Burgundy - producing excellent chardon-
nay and pinot noir, among other varietals. Wine tourism isn't as developed here, with
some of the better names only offering tastings by appointment. Grab a free map listing
opening hours from the visitor centre.
The national parks circling Pemberton are impressive. Aim to spend a day or two driv-
ing the well-marked Karri Forest Explorer tracks, walking the trails and picnicking in the
green depths.
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Sights & Activities
Salitage
( 08-9776 1195;
www.salitage.com.au
; Vasse Hwy; 10am-4pm)
Sailtage's pinot noir has been rated
the state's best, while its chardonnay and sauvignon blanc are also very highly regarded.
Hour-long vineyard tours leave at 11am; call ahead.
WINE TASTING
Pemberton Tramway
TRAM RIDES