Top things to do on the NSW South Coast
Things to do on the NSW South Coast: Batemans Bay kayak tours, whale watching, Wollongong skydiving and Jervis Bay dolphin cruises.
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Things to do on the NSW South Coast start on the water. Batemans Bay has the most kayaking, from a half day sea kayak tour into quiet coves to an oyster tasting paddle through rows of growing oysters, and further south the Bermagui River kayak tour and the Bega and Pambula rivers have guided paddles with morning tea. During the migration season, humpback whale watching cruises leave from Shell Cove and Merimbula, and Jervis Bay dolphin cruises head out from Huskisson. Wollongong covers the faster end, with a tandem skydive over the coastline and a six-hour deep sea fishing charter. Little kids can try the junior treetop course at Nowra. Browse all South Coast tours and book online.
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Top 10 Things to do South Coast
If you’re looking a great getaway from the big cities, it’s time to explore the region referred to as the New South Wales South Coast. Kicking off a few hours south of the state’s capital at Bateman’s Bay and continuing to the rocky cliffs of Eden, the empty beaches and charming quaint towns of this region will call you back again and again. From beautiful driving views, to glass bottom kayak adventures to local oyster tours and a family zoo, there’s enough to keep the family entertained here year after year. Here are 10 things to do on the NSW South Coast.
1. Visit exotic animals at Mogo Wildlife Park
From families of meerkats to towers of giraffes, both young and old will find themselves in awe of some 40 species of animals roaming the lands of Mogo Wildlife Park. Found just outside of Batemans Bay, guests can feed a lion or pat a rhino here at Australia’s largest collection of exotic animals.
2. Eat your body weight in cheese at Bega Valley
The South Coast of New South Wales is home to Australia’s famous Bega Valley cheese region, making it a travelling sin to skip through without sampling a few wheels. Visit the sprawling estate of Kameruka to sample 100 years of fermented dairy goodness at the Bega Cheese Heritage Centre.
3. Take a guided walking tour in Murramarang National Park
From grey kangaroos relaxing by the ocean to towering native trees, otherworldly rock formations and countless magnificent bird species, Murramarang National Park is a nature lover’s paradise.
4. Take a guided kayaking tour in Batemans Bay
The Clyde River and Batemans Bay is a spectacular estuary of the New South Wales South Coast. Though you could amble along the river bed and peacefully admire it from the sideline, we suggest jumping into a kayak.
5. Snorkel the Batemans Bay Marine Park
Speaking of marine playgrounds, no trip to the South Coast would be complete without some time spent admiring the pristine waters of the Batemans Bay Marine Park. Home to seals, dolphins, sharks, countless fish and rays, you won’t be disappointed if you throw on a snorkel and float on the ocean for an hour or two.
6. Camping in a South Coast National Park
With so much untouched nature in the South Coast region, campers are spoilt for choice when it comes to pitching a tent for a little time off grid. Seasoned campers can go freestyle utilising the great facilities peppered over the national parks, whilst others can sign up for a guided camp trip with all the highlights but none of the hassle.
7. Swim in a saltwater pool
The South Coast region is home to the iconic Blue Pool of Bermagui, protected from the furious waves and surrounded by dramatic rock formations.For interstate and international travellers, each one is a saltwater oasis worth devouring and photographing for hours on end. Add this one to your bucket list.
8. Sample local seafood or catch your own
With all the sublime coastline on offer in the area, it should be of no surprise that the South Coast offers a smorgasbord of delicious fresh seafood to sample. From sea urchins to oysters, Australian salmon, snapper, mussels and more.
9. Bermagui River Guided Kayak Tour
Embark on a leisurely kayak tour up the Bermagui River passing mangroves abundant with birdlife. As you paddle along the tranquil waterways, take time to breathe in the fresh air and admire the natural surroundings.
10. Eden Killer Whale Museum
The Sapphire Coast is known for its breathtaking annual whale migration, with pods of killer whales often spotted amongst humpbacks off the coast of Eden. Tales from the 1800s share a remarkable connection between humans and killer whales, inspiring a worthwhile visit to the Eden Killer Whale Museum.
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