Merimbula

Things to See & Do Spend some time at the beach, no matter what the season Walk or ride a bike past the airport to Pambula or Pambula Beach Go fishing off the Wharf, beaches or in the Lake Enjoy a late breakfast, leisurely lunch or head out for dinner Go dolphin watching with hire boats or fishing charters, or whale watching from September -

November

VISITOR INFORMATION Shop 7, 29 Market St, Merimbula Ph: 1800 150 457

Merimbula, the tourist hub of the Sapphire Coast, really struggled in 2020, as did all our towns in the Bega Valley and Eurobodalla shires. Thousands of tourists evacuated during the summer bushfire crisis, then COVID19 hit, further decimating business incomes. The region is back on it's feet again (just), so a big thank you to everyone who visits or stays in Merimbula - your support means so much to local businesses. Merimbula really does have something for everyone, with its beautiful beaches, lakeside restaurants and cafés, great shopping and an array of attractions and accommodation. Merimbula has some great shopping, with locally owned shops and boutiques lining the main street and tucked away in arcades and courtyards. There are also plenty of cafés with excellent coffee, delicious ice-cream and gelati, and restaurants that feature fresh local seafood, locally-grown produce and vegetarian/vegan options. There are several walking tracks with beautiful views of the water - try the walks from the Wharf to Spencer Park, from the Bridge to Top Lake, and around Fishpen. Other things to do include snorkeling, surfing, cycling, enjoying a scenic flights, ten-pin bowling or experiencing native animals or marine creatures up close. Whales migrate past Merimbula from September to November each year, feeding and frolicking in the Bay, making it easy to whale watch from on board a boat or from the beach.

Sapphire Coastal Adventures with Merimbula Marina Batemans Bay to Eden Art Galleries Trail What a year! Thank you for choosing the Sapphire Coast for your holiday. This region There are plenty of great shops, cafes and the fabulous Blue Pool - perfect for a day trip. is full of natural beauty, amazing beaches, Once the new engines arrive we will be spectacular headlands and wonderful wildlife. launching our new 14m, 50pax, high speed As locals we love sharing our favourite places adventure RIB, ‘Extreme.’ This 90min Ocean with you! For the past 12 years we have operated boat based tours from Merimbula BATEMANS BAYAdventure Tour will be the most exciting way to see the local Merimbula coastline and its but this summer our sandbar is too shallow for diverse wildlife. Fun for all ages. MOGO 1 us to safely cross. Therefore the ‘True Blue’ has To book your Sapphire Coastal Adventure moved to Bermagui and have purchased a new MOSSY POINTplease visit www.merimbulmarina.com or shallow draft RIB ‘Extreme.’ So if you are visiting phone (02) 6495 1686. the Sapphire Coast we have you covered! MORUYA Over the summer we are operating a fantastic new Montague Island Discovery tour departing from Bermagui - we will take you out to Montague Island where we serve a delicious BBQ lunch which you can enjoy whilst watching the resident seals playing. We will also search for dolphins, seabirds and other wildlife. 2 BODALLA Once the tour is finished, head into Bermagui and wander around this trendy seaside village. 3 NAROOMA

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History trail - Historic Lighthouse & The Story of the Ly-ee Moon. 10% DISCOUNT when booking both Grading: Easy. First lit in 1883 Green Cape Light Station is the southernmost and second tallest lighthouse in NSW. Discover unique architecture, breathtaking views and amazing stories of survival on a guided tour with a National Park Discovery Ranger. How did the Lighthouse keepers live on this remote stretch of coast with their families? Explore days gone by, climb the stairs of the light station for panoramic views over Disaster Bay and keep an eye out for sea eagles, seals and whales (seasonal). Bring along lunch and linger a while longer. 11am – 12:30pm, 6th/14th/21st January. Meet at Green Cape Car Park, Ben Boyd NP. Cost: $20 per adult, $15 per child or $60 per family (2 adults, 2 kids). Whalers & Orcas. Grading: Easy Join us for a colourful tour and find out about “Old Tom” and the lives of whalers in the last century. Over 2 Generations the Davidson Family worked with local Aboriginal people and killer whales at this historic whaling station on the shores of the picturesque Kiah inlet. 2pm – 3.30pm, 6th/14th/21st January at Davidson Whaling Station - meet at car park. Cost: $20 per adult, $15 per child or $60 per family (2 adults, 2 kids) Neptune’s Necklace & Soldier Crabs (kids). Grading: Easy. At low tide we take a closer look at the small creatures that live around the mangroves. You'll be mad about mangroves after you've discovered their hidden treasures. 4pm - 5.30pm, 12th January @ Merimbula - meet at start of the Boardwalk. Cost: $15 per child Explore the Paddle weed. Grading: Easy (just for kids). Let’s take a walk amongst the paddle weed and take a look for creatures such as moon snails, sea hares, slugs, bubble shells and sand living fish. Why do these creatures live here? Find out more from our Marine Guide. Feet can get wet. Please wear enclosed footwear and bring a sense of adventure. 10am – 11.30am, 7th January, Spencer Park, Merimbula. Cost: $15 per child Canoeing on Bournda Lagoon. Grading: Easy. Join us for an exciting canoe trip on beautiful Bournda Lagoon. Keep your eyes peeled for kingfishers and water dragons as we cruise along one of the most picturesque waterways of the Sapphire Coast. 10am - 12pm, 5th/12th/19th January, Bournda Lagoon car park @ Bournda NP. Cost: $40 per person. No canoeing experience necessary, all equipment supplied Scott's Bay Treasure Hunt. Grading: Easy. Come into our NP office in Merimbula or email us and we send you the Treasure Hunt Map. This is a self-guided activity. Head to Bournda NP and find the starting point. Have lots of fun finding the clues and answering the questions. Good luck! Send us photos or drawings of what you find. Merimbula NPWS office corner of Sapphire Coast Drive and Market Street. Email npws.sapphirecoast@environment.nsw.gov.au Out of the Ashes. Grading: Medium. Take a walk from Boyd’s Tower to Red Sands with one of our Rangers and find out about the Border fire during 2020 and the work which has been happening since then along the Light to Light Track. See first-hand how nature survives, learn about the challenges in regard to clean up and rebuilding. This is a 5km coastal hike. We will also have a look at Boyd’s Tower and find out more about the history of this area. 2pm - 5pm, 13th/20th January @ Boyd’s Tower car park, Ben Boyd NP. Cost: $25 per person

Aboriginal Guided Tours Traditional Weaving Workshop. An exciting opportunity to learn an ancient art on this exclusive traditional weaving workshop with a respected Aboriginal elder. Materials supplied. 10am -12pm, 6th/13th/20th January @ Bournda NP/Hobart Beach campground. Cost: $20 per person Finding Food In The Forest. There’s a feast hidden in the forest, if you know what you’re looking for and where to find it. Join our Aboriginal Discovery Rangers for an exciting search for bush tucker and bush medicine. Be creative with material we might find along the track. 2pm - 4pm, 5th/14th/19th January @ Hobart Beach campground, Bournda NP/. Cost: $20 per person

Bookings are required for all tours and must be made by midday of the business day prior to the activity. To book, call National Parks Merimbula on 02 6495 5000 or email Barbara.Allgaier@environment.nsw.gov.au or visit nswparks.info/tours All tours must be paid for at time of booking.

A park entry fee (in addition to tour cost) applies to some national parks and reserves when you access the park by vehicle. Programs, times and prices may be subject to change, and extreme weather conditions such as bush fires and/or significant wet weather may result in NSW National Parks cancelling some programs. All guided tours and events are graded Easy, Medium or Hard. Find an activity’s grading when booking. All children must be supervised by an accompanying adult. 16 For your wellbeing and safety, please discuss any relevant medical conditions when you book and with your guide before the activity begins.

Summer is a great time to explore the inland waterways of the Far South Coast - the days are fine, the water is warm and with any luck the native bass will be biting. One of the best locations to go canoeing is the Brogo Dam, with its extensive catchment running back into the magnificent Brogo Wilderness area. The waterways are pristine, and the peaceful backwaters are a haven for local native bird life and fauna - sea eagles, swooping azure kingfishers, water dragons, goannas and shy echidnas have all been observed on and around the Dam. To really experience the beauty of the Brogo Dam, you need to get out on the water. Dave and Sue at Brogo Wilderness Canoes hire fully equipped canoes for a half day or full day, allowing plenty of time to check out the Dam. Their canoes are safe, stable “Canadians”, and all safety gear, maps and instructions are provided. For tranquillity and beauty it’s hard to beat - you can explore forest gullies, swim, bring a picnic lunch and stop wherever you desire. A 2 - 3 person canoe with all safety gear costs just $30 per adult and $15 for children under 13 to hire for 4 hours. For bookings, contact Dave or Sue on (02) 6492 7328. www.brogocanoes.com.au

Visit Merimbula’s iconic Wharf Restaurant & Aquarium open daily at 10am. Choose from our lunch menu, seasonal a-la-carte menu or enjoy coffee & cake while taking in the spectacular 180⁰ views.

The Aquarium features a large variety of local & tropical marine life. Fish Feeding always produces lots of action - 11.30am Mon, Wed, Fri; and Mon to Fri during school holidays. Lake St, Merimbula - Open 10am to 4pm daily

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