The 2nd day at Margaret River was mainly spent exploring their 3 famous caves - The Lake Cave, The Mammoth Cave and The Jewel Cave. The day was tiring as we climbed flights and flights of stairs into the caves. It was a good exercise though as it helped us to digest all the carbohydrates (from Fish and Chips) that we had taken for the past few days. Hmmm...maybe that explains why we managed to stay slim...hahaha. Due to time constraint and our energy limitation, we could only explore 2 of their caves, i.e. The Lake Cave and The Mammoth Cave. Both were equally magnificant, each unique in their own ways.
The journey into The Lake Cave begins with a descent of 350 steps into a huge doline, which was once the largest cavern of the cave. With impressive limestone cliffs, the doline has the atmosphere of a primeval lost world.This cave was originally discovered in 1867, renowned for its treasured ‘Suspended Table’ and boasting a reflective lake which mirrors the delicate formations.
The Mammoth Cave is an impressive, gothic-like cave that could easily be described as the perfect home for a caveman. Mammoth Cave is a time capsule which reveals a fascinating amount of information about the local flora, fauna and climate. As you journey through the cave lookout for the carefully lit animal bones and fossils and listen to the stories about extinct animals including the extraordinary Megafauna (giant mammals). Mammoth is home to many remains including that of a Thylacine, or Tasmanian tiger and a Zygomaturas, a huge wombat-like creature.
Lunch was settled at Boranup Cafe, a cafe managed by Boranup Gallery. Boranup Gallery houses interesting and unique artworks by famous Australian artists, ranging from miniatures and Jarrah and Marri furniture. Lunch was especially delighting, prepared by this humble pettite lady boss of the cafe.
We visited yet another 2 wineries - The Voyager and The Redgate.
We ended our day with beautiful sunset.
We ended our day with beautiful sunset.
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