Most international visitors arrive via Perth Airport (PER) and drive south to Busselton and Margaret River. For the shortest transfer, fly directly into Busselton Margaret River Airport (BQB) and start the trip in Busselton, then loop south to Margaret River and Augusta. Driving is the most flexible way to combine dive charters, bay snorkels, wineries, and trailheads.

Regional airport serving Busselton, Dunsborough, and Margaret River. Jetstar operates direct services from Melbourne and Sydney on selected days.

Western Australia's main international gateway with extensive domestic and international connections. Use it if you want the widest range of flight options, then drive or coach to the South West.

A rental car is the default choice and gives the most flexibility for dive charters, beach hopping, and winery touring. Town centers are walkable, but public transport between Busselton, Dunsborough, and Margaret River is limited and schedules can be infrequent. If you are not driving, base closer to your priority activity and use pre-booked transfers for day trips.

Australia requires most non-citizens to hold a valid visa or electronic travel authority before arrival. Many passport holders use the Electronic Travel Authority (ETA, subclass 601) or eVisitor (subclass 651), while others need a Visitor visa (subclass 600). Australia also enforces strict biosecurity controls: declare food, plant material, and any outdoor gear that may carry soil.

Domestic flights: check baggage limits if you are flying into BQB with dive gear.
Local rentals: dive operators in Busselton and Dunsborough can supply weights, cylinders, and full kits.
Documentation: carry proof of certification for charters and wreck dives.
Rinse and dry: coastal accommodation often has outdoor rinse points, but bring a compact drying line for multi-day trips.

Cards are widely accepted in Busselton, Dunsborough, and Margaret River. Keep some cash for small markets, food trucks, and tips on tours.

ATMs are easy to find in town centers. If you are heading to remote trailheads or beaches, withdraw cash in Busselton or Margaret River first.

Australia uses plug type I. Most modern chargers are dual-voltage, but check your travel adapter needs before you fly.

Comunicações

Mobile coverage is strong in the main towns, but can be patchy on remote stretches of the coast and inside forests. Download offline maps and save key addresses (dive shop, accommodation, hospitals) before you head out. A waterproof phone case is useful for shore-diving logistics.

Idioma

English is the primary language. The coast is within Wadandi Noongar Country, and you will see Indigenous place names and cultural interpretation at some sites.

Seguro

Choose travel insurance that explicitly covers scuba and freediving, including evacuation and hyperbaric treatment. If you are diving the HMAS Swan or doing repeated days, confirm depth limits and exclusions before departure.

Lista de bagagem

Exposure: 3mm wetsuit for summer; 5mm for winter. Add a hood or vest if you chill easily.
Entries: booties are useful for rocky or reefy shore entries.
Safety: surface marker buoy, whistle, and a torch for dusk or night dives.
Topside: windproof layer year-round, sun protection, and sturdy shoes for coastal walks and cave visits.

Busselton Jetty and Margaret River Region

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