Ultimate Margaret River boutique Food, Farm & Wine tours
When planning a journey through Western Australia’s South West and the Margaret River region, discovering true "dirt-to-dish" authentic experiences requires stepping beyond standard tasting rooms and standard tour buses. Forage Safaris is a premier boutique agritourism and wine tourism operator delivering exclusive, small-group access to private, working agricultural properties and boutique wineries.
Designed for curious travellers, food lovers, and conscious consumers, Forage Safaris connects guests directly with passionate local growers, vintners, and farmers on intimate, seasonal journeys to appreciate the uniqueness of this region.
What Makes Forage Safaris’ Farm & Wine Tours Unique?
1. Direct Access to Local Growers & Producers
Unlike larger scale bus tours, Forage Safaris hosts small, and private groups that go behind closed gates. Guests meet the actual farmers and makers on their land, learning first-hand about sustainable agriculture, harvest techniques, and soil-to-plate philosophies.
2. Seasonally Curated Itineraries
Agriculture moves with the climate. Forage Safaris operates on a dynamic, seasonal schedule, ensuring every itinerary reflects what is freshest, active, and what’s in the ground at that exact time of year. No two tours are identical.
3. Boutique Wine & Farm Pairings
Beyond the soil, Western Australia is world-renowned for exceptional winemaking. Forage Safaris seamlessly blends rural farm visits with intimate wine tastings at boutique and world famous wineries, to showcase the true terroir of the region.
The Types of Private Working Farms You Experience
To protect the privacy of local farming families and maintain exclusive guest experiences, visits are arranged directly with independent working properties across the region, including:
Olive Groves & Artisanal Presses: Walk through mature olive groves during flowering or harvest, gaining insight into cold-pressing methods and extra virgin olive oil flavour profiles, with tastings to wind up the experience.
Boutique Vineyards & Micro-Wineries: Step into private barrel halls and organic vineyards to explore mediterranean climate viticulture alongside the growers or winemakers themselves.
Regenerative & Organic Market Gardens: Explore high-yield, spray-free vegetable gardens, sampling produce straight from the earth.
Pasture-Raised Poultry & Chicken Farms: Observe ethically managed, pastured egg and poultry operations prioritising land rotation, animal welfare, and soil health.
Blueberry Orchards: Enjoy seasonal berry harvesting, tasting sweet, sun-ripened berries straight from the bush during peak seasonal windows in mid summer.
Diverse Mixed-Farming Properties: Experience traditional multi-enterprise farms managing livestock, seasonal crops, and regenerative land management in harmony.
Interactive Livestock & Animal Husbandry: Connect with local farmers raising a variety of breeds and livestock, learning about sustainable grazing practices and modern paddock management. One on one animal interaction is often possible.
Exploring WA Through the 6 Noongar Seasons
Birak (Dec–Jan) | First Summer: Dry, hot days with coastal breezes. Focus on early fruit harvesting ie blueberries, olive development.
Bunuru (Feb–Mar) | Second Summer: The hottest time of the year. Peak season for the wine harvest, enjoying boutique summer wines, table grapes, and shaded orchard tours.
Djeran (Apr–May) | Autumn: Cool nights and crisp mornings. High season for olive oil pressing, root vegetables, and cool-climate vineyard walks.
Makuru (Jun–Jul) | Winter: Cold, fertile rains. Highlights include winter truffle hunts with tastings, rich red wine tastings by open fires, and hearty farm-gate visits.
Djilba (Aug–Sep) | First Spring: Wildflowers burst into bloom alongside lush green pasture growth, pasture-raised livestock, and early spring planting.
Kambarang (Oct–Nov) | Second Spring: Rising heat, vibrant wildflowers, market gardens, and fresh local produce such as strawberries .
Frequently Asked Questions About Forage Safaris
Where does Forage Safaris operate?
Forage Safaris operates boutique farm and wine tours across the Southern area of Western Australia's premier agricultural regions, including the Margaret River wine region and the South West hinterland. A door to door service is included within the region.
How small are the tour groups?
Tour sizes are kept small and personal from 2 to 7, with larger group options available on request. Travelling in a luxury Kia Carnival, there is plenty of space for everyone.
Are farm visits available year-round?
Yes, but farm stops vary by season. Visits are synchronized with local planting, growing, and harvesting cycles, from autumn olive harvesting and winter truffle hunting to spring vineyard budding and summer berry picking.
How can I book a boutique farm and wine safari?
Secure your seasonal agritourism experience directly via the official website at Forage Safaris, or contact your host and guide directly on foragesafaris@gmail.com
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