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Gippsland Gippsland is a diverse region located to the east of Melbourne, stretching all the way to the New South Wales border. The region is known for expansive coastline and the Gippsland Lakes, Wilsons Promontory National Park and a cluster of charming villages, including Walhalla, Loch and Metung. It’s also known for great food and wine, and a chance to see wildlife in the wild. Gippsland offers an iconic coastal itinerary to self-drive between Sydney and Melbourne.
Wildlife, in the Wild
Kangaroos, wallabies, wombats, emus, koalas, possums and echidnas are all commonly sighted Australian animals found in Gippsland. Wilsons Promontory National Park, just three hours' drive from Melbourne is a haven for Australian wildlife. Visit at dawn or dusk to take advantage of native animal viewing times at The Prom, as they forage for food. Offshore, there is a permanent seal colony at Kanowna Island, and little penguins are often spotted feeding at sea. Dolphins abound and at certain times of the year, southern right and humpback whales are often spotted. The Gippsland Lakes in the east abound with native birds and at Croajingolong National Park, over 280 species of birds co-exist. Raymond Island, just off Paynesville is home to a large koala colony and is the best place in Victoria to see koalas in the wild.
With over 600km of coastline, Gippsland is spoilt with its choice of beaches. The Gippsland Lakes provide a water-lover’s sanctuary as the largest inland waterway in Australia. From the beaches of the Bass Coast to Squeaky Beach at Wilsons Prom, and beyond to Ninety Mile Beach one of the longest uninterrupted stretches of beaches in the world, Gippsland is a favourite for beach dwellers. Croajingolong National Park near Mallacoota encompasses 100km of coast and hinterland where lush rainforest gives way to rambling heathland and white sandy beaches.
GIPPSLAND EXPERIENCES
Gippsland’s Lakes & Coast
The Gippsland Lakes provide the ultimate water playground for visitors. Stretching over 400 square kilometres the Gippsland Lakes offer secluded inlets, tranquil rivers and sheltered anchorages all year round. Visitors swim, sail, boat, kayak, fish and stand-up paddle board in its sheltered waterways.
Gippsland Food & Drink Gippsland is home to one of Australia’s emerging food and wine destinations. The region produces an impressive array of premium, cool climate wines, quality cheeses, free range meats and organic fruit and vegetables. The region also produces much of the fresh fish and seafood served up in Melbourne eateries. Gippsland is home to an emerging set of dining and drinking experiences worth the drive. In East Gippsland, Sardine Eatery + Bar and The Long Paddock source produce from local farmers and growers and are developing a growing list of fans who drive from Melbourne to sample the weekend menu. VICTORIA · AUSTRALIA 0 5
East Gippsland The East Gippsland region is abundant with visitor experiences. Few places in the world offer the diverse waterways and fishing opportunities of the Gippsland Lakes. Learn how to sail, stand-up paddle board or kayak or take to the ocean from a deep sea fishing charter. Eleven world class national, coastal and marine parks and reserves are here to explore. Croajingolong National Park cocoons a diversity of natural environments, and the Buchan Caves Reserve delivers beautiful calcite-rimmed pools in the Royal and Fairy Caves. 06
The Gippsland Lakes & Croajingolong National Park The Gippsland Lakes offer the perfect boating destination, offering secluded inlets and sheltered anchorages year round. Local boat hire businesses teach visitors how to operate a yacht or cruiser, no licence required. Fishing in the region is a limitless adventure, with a long list of fish and crustaceans on offer. Enjoy a guided fishing tour of the lakes or take to the open water in search of some really big fins.
The Great Alpine Road & East Gippsland Villages
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From the top of Victoria to the Gippsland Lakes, the Great Alpine Road is a stunning diversion from the main highway heading north or south. From pretty Bruthen, head north through Swifts Creek and historic Omeo, taking in crystal clear rivers, old gold huts and the odd winery and olive grove, towards the High Country.
• Explore the coastal wilderness region of Croajingolong National Park • Sail, boat, kayak or paddle the Gippsland Lakes, the largest inland
Bairnsdale is a thriving central town, with some great eateries and shops, while the lakeside villages of Metung, Paynesville and Lakes Entrance hug the water's edge, the perfect launch spot for so many activities. Marlo and Mallacoota are home to magnificent estuaries and Instagrammable backdrops. Inland, Bruthen, Buchan and Omeo are full of local colour.
Food & Drink East Gippsland offers a bounty of fresh local produce, be it freshly caught,
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Croajingolong National Park is one of Australia’s last true wilderness regions, hugging the coast for 100km north of the lakes region and home to estuaries, heathland, rocky beaches and tall forests. This translates to great bushwalking, bird and wildlife watching and stunning landscapes and sunsets for visitors driving the Sydney-Melbourne touring route.
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Visit Buchan Caves and see the 400 million year old limestone cave formations Cast a line from the Ninety Mile Beach at Lakes Entrance, Victoria’s longest beach Buy freshly caught fish and seafood straight from the wharf Drive the iconic Great Alpine Road from the lakes to the mountainous high country Visit Raymond Island to view koalas in the wild Dine like a local at The Long Paddock at Lindenow and Sardine Eatery + Bar at Paynesville
• Take a tour of the Pinot Coast, commencing with the sweeping views from Lightfoot & Sons' vineyard
raised on green pastures or created in the kitchens of local artisan producers. Colourful local beer producers, breathtaking cellar door backdrops and cool climate wines ensure visitors to the region don’t go hungry.
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South Gippsland South Gippsland, often referred to locally as Prom Country, is a leisurely two-hour drive south east of Melbourne. The region is renowned for its spectacular scenery, unspoilt beaches, towering forests and farm fresh produce. A nature-lover's paradise, Prom Country is home to Wilsons Promontory National Park and is a highlight of the Sydney-Melbourne touring route. It is undoubtedly the hero of South Gippsland and a must see destination.
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Wilsons Promontory National Park Wilsons Promontory National Park is Victoria’s largest wilderness coastal landscape and Australia’s southern most mainland destination. Affectionately known as “The Prom”, it is a 50 000 hectare nature reserve threaded with a labyrinth of walking tracks. Home to tranquil rivers, intimate coves, granite mountaintops and lush forested valleys, The Prom also hosts an array of secluded beaches.
Overnight options are available at Tidal River in the Wilderness Retreats and Limosa Rise, which is located just outside The Prom. Campers are spoilt for choice with a number of campsites at Tidal River or at locations on overnight hikes throughout The Prom.
Villages The region is host to a number of charming villages and towns, bursting with colour and country hospitality. Coastal towns of Sandy Point, Waratah Bay, Walkerville and Venus Bay are home to some of the most beautiful beaches in Victoria. Swim, paddle or surf, or simply grab a towel and relax on the beach. Try your hand at fishing at one of the great fishing spots, including Tarwin Lower. The towns of Nyora, Poowong, Loch, Korumburra, Leongatha, Koonwarra, Mirboo North and Meeniyan are nestled amongst the rolling green hills, each with their own distinct charm. Discover what each has to offer.
Food & Drink South Gippsland is home to some of Victoria’s freshest and tastiest produce. Tantalise your tastebuds at one of the many cafés, pubs or restaurants throughout the region. Purchase goods from a retail outlet or a monthly farmers market. The region boasts wineries producing cool-climate Pinot Noir and quality whites. Scattered throughout the region are boutique breweries, distilleries and a cidery which has magnificent views overlooking The Prom.
Arts & Crafts Many artists and craftspeople have chosen to make Prom Country their home, creating a vibrant arts community. Throughout the region there is a wide variety of galleries and several stores featuring quality products from local artists and craftspeople.
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The Prom is a refuge for an array of native wildlife including kangaroos, emus, wombats, echidnas and koalas. Visitors are encouraged to stay overnight as the best wildlife viewing times are dawn and dusk when the animals feed. The birdlife is also prolific. Crimson rosellas, gold whistlers and yellow tailed black cockatoo are all visible here.
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Explore Wilsons Promontory National Park Cycle or walk the Great Southern and Grand Ridge Rail Trails Visit Cape Liptrap Coastal Reserve Discover Walkerville and the historic lime kilns Walk the Lyrebird Forest Walk Visit Agnes Falls, located near Toora Experience Coal Creek Community Park & Museum Walk over the Loch Suspension Bridge Take a stroll or try your hand at fishing on the Long Jetty—Port Welshpool
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Central Gippsland Located just over two hours from Melbourne, the Central Gippsland region offers abundant opportunities to delve into authentic and local Australian experiences, as part of the Sydney-Melbourne Coastal drive. The region includes the High Country villages of Dargo and Licola, and one of the world’s longest beaches, the aptly named Ninety Mile Beach. A must-do experience in Central Gippsland is to walk across the suspension bridge through the rainforest canopy at Tarra Bulga National Park. The rainforest, giant ash and myrtle beech are all easily accessible via short strolls through the scenic park. Central Gippsland’s idyllic Australian landscape make it the perfect off-highway alternative on the Sydney-Melbourne touring route. Stop and cycle a section of the Gippsland Plains Rail Trail, sip and swirl at a winery, experience a proper country pub meal, or bushwalk the Freestone Creek and the beautifully scenic Blue Pool. 10
Sydney Melbourne Coastal Drive Moving along the Sydney Melbourne Coastal Drive, the landscape continually changes – from pastoral country scenery, to coastal views, to unspoiled wilderness.
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Day 2: Travel south via coastal towns and vistas, then cross the border into Gippsland. Just south of the border lies Mallacoota, which is surrounded by Croajingolong National Park and gives access to extensive waterways. Explore walking trails and Gabo Island’s historic lighthouse. Depart Mallacoota and head to the Gippsland Lakes. Accommodation is available at Mallacoota, Metung, and Lakes Entrance.
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Day 1: Depart from Sydney and make your way down to Narooma or Bermagui for your first night. Sample local oysters and hospitality and take in coastal views.
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Hire a boat or kayak to explore the coastal villages and waterways of the Gippsland Lakes. Discover Wilsons Promontory and explore bays, observe wildlife in natural habitat, or hike overnight to an historic lighthouse.
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Day 3: Spend the day discovering waterways. Explore hamlets, coastline and river systems as you travel. Sample local seafood and observe the sea and bird life. Raymond Island, a short ferry ride away from Paynesville, has a koala population. Accommodation is available in nearby Bairnsdale. Day 4: Travel through Gippsland’s farmland before stopping in Sale to explore wetlands, gardens and galleries. Pass through the villages of Yarram and Foster before arriving at Wilsons Promontory. Walk through bushland and beaches, or simply enjoy the coastal views and wildlife. Accommodation is available at Tidal River or Yanakie. Day 5: Spend the day exploring the national park, hike to discover beaches or climb to the top of Mt Oberon to take in the view. Day 6: Depart Wilsons Promontory and head to Port Welshpool to join one of two cruise operators on a marine tour down the eastern side of Wilsons Promontory. The tour visits Kanowna Seal Colony and Skull Rock and offers abundant chance to observe wildlife. Drive to Inverloch and stay overnight at the RACV Inverloch Resort. Day 7: Spend the morning discovering Inverloch, taking the 14km Bunurong Coastal Drive for coastal views. Head towards Kilcunda before visiting Phillip Island for the Penguin Parade. Stay overnight here, or head to Melbourne.
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West Gippsland West Gippsland is an easy one hour drive east of Melbourne. The region announces itself with rolling green pastures, nestled between the Baw Baw and Strzelecki Ranges. Visitors can explore the beauty of Toorongo Falls, and stroll across the Noojee Trestle Bridge before continuing to Walhalla and Mt Baw Baw. Walhalla is steeped in rich gold mining history and is home to only a few residents but there are many things to do including riding the historic Walhalla Goldfields Railway and visiting the Extended Long Tunnel Gold Mine. Walhalla is a must-do stop on the Sydney-Melbourne touring route. In winter, visitors can take a snow break at Mt Baw Baw Alpine Resort and enjoy some easy skiing, snow play or a Howling Huskies sled tour. The gentle slopes and ski runs are designed with beginners in mind. Yarragon village offers an eclectic range of shops, galleries and eateries. Visitors here enjoy an array of shopping experiences from art, giftware or retro homewares. 12
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The Gippsland Discovery Route
Day 1: Departing Melbourne, leave the Princes Highway at Moe and drive to Walhalla. Discover Walhalla’s heritage buildings, take a tour of the Long Tunnel Extended Gold Mine, ride the Walhalla Goldfields Railway over trestle bridges or explore the intriguing cemetery.
Day 1: Take the Monash Freeway from Melbourne, stopping at Cannibal Creek Winery for lunch and wine. It’s then a short trip to Gumbuya World, where visitors can find wildlife in habitats mimicking the surrounding bush. Continue to Walhalla for historic postcard scenery. Stay overnight at the Walhalla's Star Hotel.
Day 2: Drive past mountain views to the Latrobe Valley, then head into the Strzelecki Ranges for a craft beer in Mirboo North. Travel through farmland and stop for a tasting at one of South Gippsland’s wineries. Arriving in Wilsons Promontory, walk the beaches and enjoy the water.
Day 2: Rejoin the Princes Highway and meander through Central Gippsland and its country villages. Stops en route include Blue Pool, Stratford and the Den of Nargun before arriving at the Gippsland Lakes. Accommodation is available in Metung, Lakes Entrance or Nungurner.
Day 3: Spend the day exploring – hike to beaches, climb Mt Oberon and take in the views or sit quietly and observe the wildlife.
Day 3: Spend a day enjoying the Gippsland Lakes. The local villages abound with food, wine and galleries. The waterways offer hire boats, cruisers, kayaks and paddle board to keep you busy. Departing the lakes region, head south, overnighting in Sale.
Day 4: Depart Wilsons Promontory and have lunch in Meeniyan, where local produce abounds. Stop at Loch to sample and shop for traditional ales, gin and whisky before heading back to Melbourne.
Day 4: Drive to Port Welshpool to join one of two cruise operators on a journey of wildlife discovery at Wilsons Promontory. Spend the day viewing sea life and enjoy lunch in Refuge Cove. Returning to land, drive to your overnight accommodation in either Wilsons Promontory or the region surrounding Yanakie. Day 5: Experience The Prom, searching for wildlife and enjoying the waterways. Depart mid-afternoon to make your way back to Melbourne. VICTORIA · AUSTRALIA 13
Phillip Island & the Bass Coast Phillip Island, best known for its irresistible nightly Penguin Parade nestles alongside the mainland Gippsland coast in the region known as the Bass Coast. The Bass Coast stretches from San Remo through Kilcunda and on to Wonthaggi and Inverloch. The George Bass Coastal Walk is a cliff-top trail that stretches from the outskirts of San Remo (just off Phillip Island) along 7km of coastal landscape to Kilcunda. The walk links into the Bass Coast Rail Trail which extends to Wonthaggi. The Bunurong Coastal Drive offers a series of dramatic beachscapes including Eagle’s Nest, and links into the charming seaside town of Inverloch. In winter, the drive offers great opportunities to spot whales from shore on their annual migration. Inverloch offers a great base as visitors travel from the penguins to The Prom. 14
Wilsons Promontory Cruises WITH PENNICOTT WILDERNESS JOURNEYS
Discover the beautiful granite coastline and unique wilderness of Wilsons Promontory National Park on our 2.5 hour Wilsons Promontory Cruise.
Witness iconic South Point, the southernmost tip of mainland Australia as we join the elements and cruise into the waters of Bass Strait and unveil the stories of Victoria’s first marine national park. Discover a stunning coastal landscape, pristine beaches and awesome granite rock formations including the majestic Skull Rock. Search for abundant sea and coastal wildlife. Get up close and personal with an Australian fur seal colony, observe the unique birdlife (including the nest areas of the majestic White Bellied Sea Eagle) and keep watch for common bottlenose dolphins and whales, such as the Southern Right and Humpback during migration, and discover one of the world’s few confirmed White Pointer Shark nurseries. Travel in world’s first, custom built, amphibious boats, designed for cruising waters in comfort and safety. We drive straight from the sand of Norman Beach into the water so you can discover a seascape as unique as the vessels that take you there. Our wilderness cruises operate daily, all year round.
CONTACT: Melinda Anderson melinda@pennicottjourneys.com.au www.pennicottjourneys.com.au
TOURS, AT TRACTIONS AND ACCOMMODATION IN GIPPSLAND
Join Robert Pennicott’s legendary team to experience Gippsland’s newest attraction. Opening in September 2019, Wilsons Promontory Cruises is the latest addition to the award winning Pennicott Wilderness Journeys yellow boat ecotours and the first outside Tasmania.
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TOURS, AT TRACTIONS AND ACCOMMODATION IN GIPPSLAND
Great Southern Escapes
Australian Cycling Holidays
Gippsland based, Great Southern Escapes is an interpretive touring company offering scheduled and tailor-made small group touring to Wilsons Promontory National Park, with private touring across Victoria also available.
Gippsland is perfect for cycling. The quiet roads, Rail Trails and cycle paths meander through beautiful scenery and alongside stunning, empty beaches making it easy for us to create amazing cycle tours for visitors to enjoy.
We are about sharing a local and authentic experience of this remarkable untouched part of Australia. On tour, we seek the best experiences of the day, tailor-making the experience to showcase The Prom at its best. One of the best places in Australia to view wildlife, Wilsons Promontory is home to a wonderful array of native animals. Natural encounters with wombats, wallabies and emus are common. Mobs of kangaroos are often sighted and sometimes koalas.
At Australian Cycling Holidays we are proud of our hand crafted, self-guided, fully supported cycle tours that can be tailored to every rider. We carefully selectaccommodation, from mountain guesthouse to clifftop cabin, to ensure a lovely restful night. We find the best cafes for an incredible breakfast of fresh local produce. Our tours start any day you like. Catering for any number of guests, tours are available from 2 to 28 days. We include quality Trek Bikes, all cycling equipment, breakfasts, accommodation, luggage transfers, roadside assist and maps and guide notes/Cyclewayz app electronic navigation. Ask us for an E Bike.
We work with Australian Cycling Holidays to provide a hike and bike experience and partner with other locals to provide deluxe two and three day seamless touring and accommodation programs, ideal for visitors who don’t want to self-drive.
CONTACT: Andrew Davidson +61 3 5644 3314 or +61 (0)436 463 797 andrewt@greatsouthernescapes.com.au www.greatsouthernescapes.com.au 16
We just love exploring by bike and can't wait to share our gorgeous, friendly, uncrowded Gippsland with you and your cycling customers. We love cycling here and we know you will too.
CONTACT: Angela Mosley +61 (0) 468 390 224 angela@australiancyclingholidays.com.au www.australiancyclingholidays.com.au
Venture Out
Snowy River Cycling
Venture Out in Lakes Entrance offer both guided and self-guided adventure experiences for mountain biking, kayaking & stand up paddleboarding, set amongst the adventure playground that is East Gippsland. With quality hire gear available year round, as well as regular adventure tours, guests can enjoy skills instruction & local advice or just take some time out on their own to discover this beautiful part of the world.
The East Gippsland Rail Trail threads through green forests and farmland in the far east of Victoria, offering an unequalled cycling experience with outstanding natural scenery along a traffic-free cycle path.
Situated right across the street from the Gippsland Lakes, guests have easy access to scenic paddling & riding experiences that bring them up close to nature. Families often enjoy the Simply Singletrack Mountain Bike tour – an introduction to the sport of mountain biking, while some couples ride through the forest to a local Brewery for lunch, with a shuttle pick up.
Operating year round, the five day East Gippsland Cycle Tour is a great way to experience the spectacular East Gippsland. Day one of the tour is a personalised guided ride on quiet tracks around the foreshores of the Gippsland Lakes, including a visit to Raymond Island with it’s thriving population of koalas. This is followed by four days of self-guided riding covering 140km along the Rail Trail, overnight stays including a charming village, waterfront town and farm-stay cottage.
Sunset Stand Up Paddling tours take guests to see the iconic Entrance where seals & dolphins can be seen. Or Paddle & Dine for half a day on kayaks to a local winery for lunch. Looking for something unique? As of 2019, collaborating with Lakes Entrance Helicopters, guests can now experience “Heli SUP” – a scenic flight over the lake followed by guided Stand Up Paddleboarding back to Lakes Entrance. CONTACT: Sarah Carlisle +61 (0) 427 731 441 info@ventureout.com.au www.ventureout.com.au
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Gumbuya World Explore Victoria's newest wildlife experience! Victoria’s newest theme park, located in Melbourne’s South-East and only 50 minutes from the CBD on the Princes Highway (M1). Gumbuya World opened in December 2017 with smashing reviews. Phase one unveiled the highly anticipated Wildlife Trail, Oasis Springs and the Oz Adventure and Outback Explorer worlds. LUNCH WITH THE KOALAS – new wildlife experience exclusive to international visitors Experience a sumptuous Aussie BBQ lunch in the company of Koalas. Guests will be seated in a fantastic garden setting and will have Koalas in close proximity followed by a Wildlife Trail and Wagon rides in an authentic Australian Bush environment. WILDLIFE TRAIL Animal lovers will feel as though they have been transported to the outback, where they can enjoy close encounters on the WILDLIFE TRAIL. Explore the CRITTER CAVE, or have that perfect snap taken with our lovable KOALAS, DINGOES and other amazing animals. WANDER the beautiful bushland setting spending time with over 50 species of mostly Australian animals and don’t forget the Petting Zoo for all that is cute and cuddly. Includes Kangaroo feeding.
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RACV Inverloch Set in the heart of Gippsland with dramatic views of Bass Strait and Anderson Inlet, the magnificent eco-friendly RACV Inverloch Resort is the ideal base for a wonderful coastal holiday. This beautiful Bass Coast accommodation offers a mix of value options, which include resort rooms, premium ocean view rooms with uninterrupted 180 degree views of the Bass Coast, luxurious and modern ocean view rooms and stylish eco villas and cabins for families and groups requiring that little extra comfort and space.
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Features: • Indoor pool, spa and sauna • Wetlands and numerous walking tracks • Restaurant open breakfast, lunch and dinner • Lounge Bar open all day
CONTACT: Vanessa Warnock 70 Cape Paterson-Inverloch Road, Inverloch, Victoria 3996 +61 3 5674 0000 racvresortinverloch@racv.com.au www.racv.com.au/Inverloch
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Wilderness Retreats at Tidal River Wilsons Promontory Wilderness Retreats are a low-impact accommodation option, touching the ground ever so lightly, enabling guests to feel closer to nature than they ever thought possible.
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Each glamping tent has a queen size bed, full ensuite, gas heating timber floors and a covered deck. There are also single beds available and the Retreats are located right next to Normans beach. The Wilderness Retreats have dedicated communal cooking facilities with an outdoor covered barbeque and fully equipped indoor kitchen with gas cook top, microwave, fridge, cutlery and crockery. These are perfect places to prepare meals and relax after a day of Wilsons Promontory adventure. Features: • Children welcome • Walking tracks nearby offering walks from 30 minutes to full day • Norman Beach access • Great opportunities to spot Australian wildlife
CONTACT: Parks Victoria Tidal River Visitor Centre, Wilsons Promontory National Park, Victoria, 3960 +61 3 8427 2122 wprom@parks.vic.gov.au www.wildernessretreats.com.au for Parks Victoria information: www.parks.vic.gov.au 20
Limosa Rise
The region is teeming with birds and wildlife, and allows guest to experience a luxe back to nature experience after a day of touring The Prom. With a choice of studio, one and two bedroom cottages guests can make full use of their kitchenette, BBQs and free wifi. The private balconies offer sweeping views of Corner Inlet and the cottages are child friendly. Features:
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Kitchenette and BBQs Private balconies Ocean and mountain views Located at Yanakie, just outside Wilsons Promontory National Park
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Limosa Rise provides luxury cottage accommodation on the spectacular Corner Inlet, just outside Wilsons Promontory National Park. Just 800m from the cottages visitors can stroll Yanakie Beach with northern mountain views of The Prom visible across the water.
CONTACT: Marcus Manning 40 Dalgleish Road, Yanakie, Victoria, Australia 3956 +61 3 5687 1135 relax@limosarise.com.au www.limosarise.com.au
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Bear Gully Cottages
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Bear Gully is a wonderful all-seasons holiday destination – the perfect retreat to experience the vitality of nature’s elements. This pristine coastal retreat has its own little beach tucked into the coast of Waratah Bay, just 20km from the entrance to Wilsons Promontory National Park. A perfect place to swim, snorkel, dive or just fossick amongst the beautiful rock pools. The cottages have been designed for complete privacy and all cottages have direct access to the beach and magnificent views across Waratah Bay to Wilsons Prom. All four cottages are tastefully furnished and offer magnificent views. The region is known for its prolific wildlife with the added bonus of our own resident koala family. Features
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4 fully self-contained cabins (2 catering for families) Large undercover decks Magnificent ocean views to The Prom Private beach access
CONTACT: Lee Withers 33 Maitland Crt, Walkerville South, Victoria Australia 3956 +61 3 5663 2364 enquiry@beargullycottages.com.au www.beargullycottages.com.au 22
Vivere Retreat Vivere Retreat is one of the top-rated accommodation venues in West Gippsland. Located on 18 acres near Neerim South with spectacular views over the Baw Baw Ranges, Vivere Retreat is ideally situated to offer a memorable country getaway.
A complimentary breakfast is included consisting of home-made granola, fresh farm eggs, local bacon and a selection of baked goodies fresh from the oven. On request, cheese and antipasto plates, or barbeque plates can be arranged for guests. Features:
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Free wifi Book and music library Garden and firepit, perfect for sunset viewings Wood fires Air conditioning Full kitchen facilities Outdoor dining and barbeque areas Spas included in all rooms
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Three high-quality fully self-contained accommodation options allow guests to relax and unwind after a day exploring the many delights of West Gippsland. Choose from the modern Retreat or traditional country-style of the Studio and Spa Cottage.
CONTACT: Angela Sgarbossa 1719 Main Neerim Rd, Neerim South VIC 3831 +61 419 993 002 www.vivereretreat.com.au
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Walhalla’s Star Hotel Located in the heart of Walhalla Historic Township, Walhalla’s Star Hotel provides stylish accommodation in a relaxed casual atmosphere. A replica heritage façade shrouds a modern hotel with facilities for today’s traveller. All rooms are large and feature ensuites, king beds, CD players and air conditioning.
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The Star Hotel and Walhalla is a key stop on the Sydney-Melbourne Coastal Drive with plenty of activities, fabulous walks and historic buildings mixed with true peace and quiet. Walhalla is one of Victoria’s most beautiful villages and it’s unique gold-era heritage make it a must see destination. Features: • Generous and comfortable rooms in a beautiful location • Continental Buffet breakfast • Owner operated with friendly atmosphere Top Nearby Attractions: • Walhalla Goldfields Railway • Long Tunnel Extended Gold Mine Tour • Walhalla Historic township, including heritage buildings, Cemetery and shops
CONTACT: Michael Leaney Main Road, Walhalla Victoria, 3825 +61 3 5165 6262 info@starhotel.com.au www.starhotel.com.au
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The Riversleigh
Features: • Café bar • Complimentary off street parking • Complimentary breakfast • Daily servicing • Free wifi Top Nearby Attractions: • St Mary’s Cathedral, Bairnsdale • The Mitchell River Walks • Easy drive to the nearby Lakes, wineries and start of the high country
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Located in the heart of Bairnsdale on a quiet street overlooking the Mitchell River, the Riversleigh features elegant period fittings with tastefully appointed modern rooms providing a unique accommodation experience. With 22 rooms designed to meet every guests’ needs, each room has a private en suite, luxurious linens and towels, coffee machine and superior guest amenities.
CONTACT: Rachel Bromage 1 Nicholson St, Bairnsdale Victoria 3875 +61 3 5152 6966 info@riversleigh.com.au www.riversleigh.com.au VICTORIA · AUSTRALIA 2 5
Jetty Road Retreat Nestled in treetops overlooking the Gippsland Lakes, Jetty Road Retreat offers an idyllic holiday setting, perfectly situated between Lakes Entrance and Metung. Each of the 4 self-contained cabins offer breathtaking waterfront views, private deck with outdoor dining, two bedrooms, bathroom and full kitchen. Reverse cycle air conditioning ensures year round comfort.
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Experience daily encounters with beautiful birdlife, explore the lakes by kayak, or enjoy fishing, swimming and gentle bushwalks, all on your doorstep. Jetty Road Retreat is a peaceful haven to break the journey and enjoy life’s simple pleasures. Features: • Idyllic lakeside location and waterfront views • Abundant native birdlife • Complimentary kayaks • Private jetty for fishing • Family owned, offering country hospitality • Free wifi Top nearby attractions: • See koala’s in the wild at Raymond Island • Explore the Gippsland Lakes by cruise or hire boat • Purchase fresh-caught seafood from local fishing fleet
CONTACT: Kim Kleinitz 230 Nungurner Jetty Road, Nungurner, Victoria, 3909 +61 3 5156 3224 www.jettyroadretreat.com.au
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The Esplanade Resort and Spa Perfectly located between two pristine stretched of water forming the eastern end of the Gippsland Lakes, The Esplanade Resort and Spa offers the perfect Lakes Entrance accommodation.
Features: • Large Lagoon pool • Tennis court • Iluka Day Spa • Free wifi • Indoor heated pool and spa • Onsite restaurant • Barbeque areas Top Nearby Attractions: • Beaches and Lakes of Lakes Entrance • Cruise the stunning Gippsland Lakes • Buy fresh seafood direct from the boats
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The modern hotel rooms, self-contained apartments are tastefully appointed and the resort caters to couples and families alike, allowing guests to unwide with a beauty treatment or massage at our onsite Day Spa, Illuka.
CONTACT: Chris Banson 1 The Esplanade, Lakes Entrance, Victoria 3909 +61 3 5155 3533 holiday@esplanaderesort.com.au www.esplanaderesort.com.au VICTORIA · AUSTRALIA 27
Bellevue on the Lakes There’s nothing like finding a place to stay that welcomes you with a smile. A hotel that has resort facilities right in Lakes Entrance for you to relax and enjoy. Combine modern facilities and comfortable accommodation with North Arm Lake Views in on of our two bedroom apartments or try our Boathouse Studio apartments, the luxurious Boathouse Spa Suites or our Guest rooms.
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Features: • Heated swimming pool • Free wifi • Onsite restaurant Top Nearby attractions:
• Explore the Gippsland Lakes • Take a walk along the majestic 90 Mile Beach • Cast a line in the Lakes
CONTACT: Chris Banson 201 The Esplanade, Lakes Entrance, Victoria 3909 +61 3 5155 3055 info@bellevuelakes.com www.bellevuelakes.com 28
Waverley House Cottages
Features: • Free wifi • Covered complimentary car parking • Solar heated pool • Children welcome • Heated Hydrotherapy spa • Covered barbeque areas Top nearby attractions:
• Explore the Gippsland Lakes • Visit the 90 Mile Beach • Try ocean-fresh seafood locally caught
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An oasis for travellers, these self catering one and two bedroom cottages, are set in private Australian native gardens. A solar heated pool, hydrotherapy spa and outdoor barbeques add to the many facilities of this spacious eco resort. Enjoy a tranquil location, close to the scenic seaside port of Lakes Entrance and the Gippsland Lakes.
CONTACT: Jan Davis 205 Palmers Road, Lakes Entrance, Victoria 3909 +61 3 5155 1257 enquiries@waverleyhousecottages.com.au www.waverleyhousecottages.com.au VICTORIA · AUSTRALIA 2 9
McMillans at Metung With the luxury of a resort and the comforts of home, McMillans of Metung Resort offers its guests an unforgettable experience. Set across six and a half acres of manicured lawns and gardens, with it’s majestic river gums and magnificent villas and cottages, McMillans provides a perfect getaway that guests can make their very own.
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Spacious and tastefully designed, the accommodation at McMillans offers a beach-house feeling that’s become our trademark. All our villas and cottages are self-contained and include linen, fully-equipped kitchens, comfortable living areas with TV/DVD, laundry and private balconies with garden or water views. Features: • Private marina • Solar heated pools • Tennis court • Free wifi • Games room • Wildlife lagoon Top Nearby attractions: • Boating from the private marina • Fishing from the jetty • Walks by the Gippsland Lakes
CONTACT: Chris Banson 155 Metung Road, Metung Victoria 3904 +61 3 5156 2283 info@mcmillansofmetung.com.au www.mcmillansofmetung.com.au 30
5 Knots Sitting on the waters edge of the Gippsland Lakes, 5 Knots Metung offers boutique accommodation with free wifi, flat screen cable TV and luxury bedding. Located in the Metung village, 5 Knots is ideally positioned for leisure options such as boating, fishing and scenic walks. Kings Cove Golf Course is a 10 minute drive away and Lakes Entrance just 25 minutes away. All apartments feature a fully equipped kitchen and spacious lounge and dining areas. Some have a private sauna, spa bath or waterfront balcony.
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Features: • Free wifi • Fully equipped kitchen • Spa/sauna available in some rooms • Water frontage Close to town Top 3 Nearby attractions: Boating on the Gippsland Lakes Fishing from the jetty Walks along the Boardwalk
CONTACT: Chris Banson 42 Metung Road, Metung Victoria 3904 +61 3 5156 2462 info@5knots.com.au www.5knots.com.au VICTORIA · AUSTRALIA
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