Postcard from Port Willunga

SA

We pulled into Port Willunga for a short stay and ended up settling in for a couple of weeks, and honestly, it was hard to leave. With its mix of coastal charm and nearby wine country, this little slice of South Australia kept ticking all the boxes.

Most days started slowly, with beach walks and lazy coffees. The old jetty ruins, poking out of the turquoise sea, are endlessly photogenic, especially in the soft morning light. Just around the corner, we explored the historic fishing caves carved into the cliffs. Carved by hand and still standing strong, they’re a reminder of the days when this beach was the centre of a bustling local fishing trade.

One day trip took us inland to Kuitpo Forest, where Cameron faced one of his long-held fears: heights. The tree climb course loomed high above the forest floor, a maze of ropes, platforms and ziplines. The first few steps were shaky, and a few choice words were muttered, but with a little encouragement and a lot of deep breathing, he pushed through. By the end, he was zipping between trees like a pro. Not only did he conquer the course, he walked away buzzing with pride and maybe just a touch of adrenaline.

One of the highlights was firing up the motorbikes for a few days of cruising through McLaren Vale. Winding roads, rolling vineyards, and cellar doors with ocean views — it’s as dreamy as it sounds. We stopped in at a few favourites and couldn’t resist the Salvador Dalí exhibition at d’Arenberg’s Cube. Art, wine, surrealist sculpture, and an elevator with its own soundtrack; it was a sensory overload in the best way.

On warmer days, we’d duck down to Maslin Beach for a cheeky sunbake. It’s a clothing-optional beach (Australia’s first, in fact), and it’s easy to see why people feel free there with wide open sands, cliffs that glow at sunset, and a relaxed, welcoming vibe.

Port Willunga offered the perfect mix of sea breeze, good food, great wine, and long afternoons with nowhere else to be.

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