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Kinvarra Park Lodge Busselton, Western
Australia.
Busselton Attractions,
Activities and Interests
Local History:
Busselton's History, in terms of European Settlement, is recent, having
been established as a Settlement in the 1830s. The Bussell Family, along
with a few other British Settlers, made their homes on the banks of
the Vasse River. They built St Mary's Anglican Church (still a Place
Of Worship, and worth a call). St Mary's Church and Churchyard evokes
a sense of history in the visitor. |
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These early settlers developed a close Farming Community and through time
the "Vasse,"as the area was known, became the Township of Busselton. American Whaling Ships carried out operations in the waters around the
Bay and Cape. Whaling was also carried out by some of the locals, and now
that the Whale is protected a new kind of hunt goes on, that is with
cameras and boats engaged in Whale Spotting. Whale watching trips can be
arranged at Kinvarra.
Of course, before the arrival of Europeans, the area was populated by
Aboriginal People, ie., the Noongar Tribe. Noongar People are custodians
of an enduring Heritage and Culture. Visitors may share this Cultural
Dimension through specially structured Aboriginal Tours and Activities.
More information can be acquired at source.
Books are available regarding Busselton's History. These can be
accessed through local Bookshops and Tourist Outlets.
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Water Sports:
 Busselton
is a top tourist town. Sheltered in the clear blue waters of
picturesque Geographe Bay with its white sandy beaches, it is a haven
for swimming and diving.
The beaches are also very safe for swimming. Diving equipment and
instruction are available from a number of reputable Dive Centres in
the Town.
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Boating and fishing are
also features of this area, and fishing trips can be organized. |
| Sailing on a local Schooner under the control of a competent skipper
and crew can be arranged; sunset cruises around the Bay with a meal and
wines on this vessel being a memorable experience. This vessel also
engages in Whale Watching Trips, as do other boats in the district. |
Natural Environment:
 Busselton has a rich and varied Scenic Environment. It has one of the
greatest varieties of Wildflowers and Birdlife in the World. Wildflowers
are at their best from September till November when the surrounding
Bushland is ablaze with colour. |
Photographic Safaris:
This unique type of Safari is readily available. You can take your own
cameras and equipment, or have it supplied by the Safari Operator who is a
professional Photographer and has a special license to take visitors into
areas of the National Park to Camp. One day Safaris are also available
from the same Operator. |
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Cave Visiting/ "Bush Tucker" Trips:
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Accompanied by an Aboriginal Guide, these are very popular outings.
The Caves are enormous subterranean caverns complete with huge
stalagmites and stalactites. Some of these caves have underground
lakes and all are beautifully lit. Overall, well worth a visit
especially as other attractions are to be found in the same locality,
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Vineyards:
The Wine Industry features prominently in the District's Economy with
the beautifully appointed Vineyards having become synonymous with Tourism.
Local Wines have acquitted themselves excellently by World Standards and
to sit in such beautiful surroundings with friends, sharing a meal
augmented with a favourite wine is surely an experience not to be missed.
Kinvarra is situated close to the Vineyards, and we can arrange Vineyard
Tours for our Guests.
Art And Craft Studios:
Interspersed throughout this scenic Region, Art and Craft Studios have
evolved. These produce an excellent quality and range of Fine Arts such as
Paintings; Ceramic, and Furniture produced from a range of beautiful
Native Timbers.
All of the above are easily accessed from Kinvarra Park Lodge, where
your Hosts Bill and Hilary can direct you on request.
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Kinvarra Park Lodge RAC ****
Post Office Box 1250
Busselton
Western Australia, 6280
Phone: (08) 9755 4203
e-mail:
kinvarra@swisp.net.au
Copyright © 2004 Kinvarra Park Lodge
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