The MUST SEEs of the Nature Coast listed below are the things that we feel really make the area and showcase it.
Let's start with THE BEACHES.
There are 83 of them and each and everyone of them is unique. They have different sand textures, different colours and grain size, different aspects with considerable differences in the backdrop of vegetation and geology from rolling dunes to ochre cliffs, from grasses verges to granite bouldered tumbles.
BINGIE BINGIE is a perfect example of this. The beach to the north is quite different to that on the south of it's Bingie Point where you will find truely unique rock formations of tumbled tonalite granite and 370 million year old magma veins. Even just a little further north at CandleStick beach or Honeymoon beach at Mullimburra Point you will notice the change again. This is gorgeous country to explore if you take the time to look at the small details.
BROULEE ISLAND is a must see as it has it all from dunes to beaches, rock ledge pools to worn rumble tumbled stones the size of your fist and you can take it all in within a few hours circumnavigating the island.
The TUROSS FORESHORE introduces you to Coila Beach in the north and follows the ocean front south to Main Beach and then the Tuross Head River mouth. Along the way are several detours out to viewpoints that are simply stunning.
To the south is MILL BAY WALKWAY that traces along the Wagonga Inlet foreshore. This too is stunning and a must see if you enjoy watching the tide go by and the backdrop of the mountains behind Narooma change colour as often as the waters of the inlet do.
MOGO ZOO is a must see because it is a private zoo that plays a vital role in the recovery and breeding of endangered animals. The zoo is a pleasure to walk through and the zoo guests are a happy healthy lot who will enjoy seeing you call by to support them.
THE TILBAS to the south are also a must see as they sit is a picturesque valley at the base of Gulaga Mountain. Central Tilba is a National Heritage township which has captured the style of the time. The town is a mecca for those who enjoy quality crafts, excellent cheeses and maybe even a walk up Gulaga.
This is a coastline with very unique flora and we are fortunate to have a BOTANIC GARDENS here, run by volunteers who have nurtured over 2000 varieties of plants.
Having achieved all of those land based sites it might be time to visit MONTAGUE ISLAND and meet the locals out there from hump back whales to dolphins, seals, sharks, penguins and fish... lots of fish.
The Eurobodalla region has some of the most spectacular and unspoilt coastline on the South Coast of NSW. There are plenty of beautiful sandy ocean beaches to choose from, as well as quiet beaches in sheltered bays.
There are protected beaches with gentle waves for the kids and serious breaks if you love surfing.
The Eurobodalla Regional Botanic Gardens are five kms south of Batemans Bay on the Princes Highway. The gardens specialize in plants natural to the region and has over 2000 species of plants. The site has a variety of walking tracks and specialty gardens. There are also open space areas with barbecues, a playground, a visitors centre and a café. Open 9am to 4pm Wed – Sun; every day during NSW school holidays and Public holidays except Good Friday and Christmas Day
The island walk is a very easy two hour stroll around that starts in a carpark behind the dunes of North Broulee Beach. Take water, shoes, maybe a picnic and definitely take your swimmers and a towel because the waters of the bay are inviting.
A Must See is a visit to the historic village of Central Tilba. Park the car and wander through history. Part of the rich history of the area is dairy so be sure to call in to the ABC Cheese Factory and try some local produce especially the speciality Tilba Real Dairy cheeses.
Mogo Zoo is a privately owned zoo that supports an amazing collection of endangered and exotic animal species. Just 10 mins south of Batemans Bay, the zoo is spread over many acres of beautifully landscaped gardens. Mogo Zoo proudly boasts the largest collection of primates in Australia. Our zebras and Southern White Rhinos wander the Savannah plains alongside our majestic Giraffes
Visit Montague Island and experience the wildlife. It is also possible to go ashore to the island and explore or even to stay overnight.