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VICTORIA · AUSTRALIA 03 GIPPSLAND All kinds of wonder Gippsland is a diverse region located to the east of Melbourne, stretching to the New South Wales border.

The region is known for expansive coastline and the , 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. 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 fresh fish and seafood in abundance.

Gippsland is home to an emerging set of dining and drinking experiences worth the drive. Hogget Kitchen in and Sardine Eatery + Bar in are both hatted restaurants, offering produce from local farmers and growers.

GIPPSLAND’S LAKES & COAST 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.

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 experiences WILDLIFE, IN THE WILD , , wombats, emus, , 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 , 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. , just off Paynesville is home to a large colony and is the best place in Victoria to see koalas in the wild.

VICTORIA · AUSTRALIA 05 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 GIPPSLAND INTERNATIONAL PRODUCT MANUAL 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 shellfish on offer. Enjoy a guided fishing tour of the lakes or take to the open water in search of some really big fins.

Croajingolong National Park hugs the Coast for 100km north of the Lakes Region and is the gateway to Mallacoota, and for visitors driving the Sydney- THINGS TO SEE & DO Melbourne touring route. • Sail, boat, kayak or paddle the Gippsland Lakes, the largest inland waterway system in Australia THE GREAT ALPINE ROAD • Visit Buchan Caves and see the 400 million year old limestone cave formations & EAST GIPPSLAND • 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 VILLAGES • Drive the iconic Great Alpine Road from the lakes to the mountainous high country East Gippsland From the top of Victoria to the Gippsland Lakes, the Great Alpine Road is a • Visit Raymond Island to view koalas in the wild stunning diversion from the main highway heading north or south. From pretty • Dine like a local at The Long Paddock at Lindenow and Sardine Eatery + Bar Bruthen, head north through and historic , taking in crystal at Paynesville clear rivers, old gold huts and the odd winery and olive grove, towards the High • Take a tour of the Pinot Coast, commencing with the sweeping views from Lightfoot Country. The Great Alpine Road offers a chance to take the road less travelled & Sons' vineyard to Dinner Plain and Mt Hotham. • Visit stunning Mallacoota, famous for its wild harvest seafood 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.

VICTORIA · AUSTRALIA 07 South Gippsland 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, the South Gippsland coastline is home to Wilsons Promontory National Park and is a highlight of the Sydney-Melbourne touring route. It is a must see destination, offering the chance to visit mainland Australia's southern- most point.

08 GIPPSLAND INTERNATIONAL PRODUCT MANUAL 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.

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.

VILLAGES THINGS TO SEE & DO The region is host to a number of charming villages and towns, bursting • Explore Wilsons Promontory National Park with colour and country hospitality. Coastal towns of Sandy Point, Waratah • Cycle or walk the Great Southern and Grand Ridge Rail Trails Bay, Walkerville and Venus Bay are home to some of the most beautiful • Visit Cape Liptrap and the Walkerville historic lime kilns beaches in Victoria. The towns of Loch, Korumburra, Koonwarra, Mirboo North Walk the Lyrebird Forest Walk • South Gippsland and Meeniyan are nestled amongst the rolling green hills, each with their own • Visit Agnes Falls, and the nearby town of Toora distinct charm. • Walk over the Loch Suspension Bridge • Visit the many wineries, cideries, breweries and distilleries that dot the South Gippsland landscape

ARTS & CRAFTS • Take a stroll or try your hand at fishing on the Long Jetty at Port Welshpool 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.

VICTORIA · AUSTRALIA 09 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.

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Day 3: Head south towards the Gippsland Lakes. 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.

Day 4: Head for the hills for a day spent at Buchan, exploring the ancient honeycomb caves Self DriveSelf Itenraries system. For the adventurous, head further north to the legendary Snowy River National Park and experience Little River Gorge Lookout.

Day 5: Depart the Lakes region and travel through Gippsland’s farmland before stopping in Sale to explore wetlands, gardens and galleries. Pass through Yarram to view the stunning Heesco murals, then on to Tarra Bulga National Park before heading to Wilsons Promontory. An alternative is the inland route via the historic town of Walhalla. Day 7: Depart the Prom and head back to Melbourne via Day 6: Spend the day exploring the southern most National Park on the Australian mainland. Hike Inverloch, taking in the stunning Bunurong Coastal Drive. Head to discover untouched beaches or climb to the top of Mt Oberon to take in the view. In the after- to before visiting for the world famous noon, depart Tidal River by boat to experience iconic Skull Rock as you cruise the waters off South penguin parade. From here, overnight on the island or make Point with Pennicott Wilderness Journey’s, keeping an eye out for whales in winter and spring. the short journey to Melbourne.

VICTORIA · AUSTRALIA 11 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 .

Visitors can explore the beauty of Toorongo Falls, and stroll across the 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.

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FOOD, WINE & HISTORY THE GIPPSLAND DISCOVERY ROUTE

Day 1: Departing Melbourne, leave the Princes Highway at Moe and drive to Day 1: Take the Monash Freeway from Melbourne, stopping at Cannibal Creek Walhalla. Discover Walhalla’s heritage buildings, take a tour of the Long Tunnel Winery for lunch and wine. It’s then a short trip to Gumbuya World, where visitors Extended Gold Mine, ride the Walhalla Goldfields Railway over trestle bridges or can find wildlife in habitats mimicking the surrounding bush. Continue to Walhalla explore the intriguing cemetery. for historic postcard scenery.

Day 2: Drive past mountain views to the , then head into the Day 2: Rejoin the Princes Highway and meander through Central Gippsland and its Strzelecki Ranges for a craft beer in Mirboo North. Travel through farmland country villages. Stops en route include Blue Pool, Stratford and the Den of Nargun and stop for a tasting at one of South Gippsland’s wineries. Arriving in Wilsons before arriving at the Gippsland Lakes. Promontory, walk the beaches and enjoy the water. Day 3: Spend a day enjoying the Gippsland Lakes. The local villages abound with Day 3: Spend the day exploring – hike to beaches, climb Mt Oberon and take in the food, wine and galleries. The waterways offer hire boats, cruisers, kayaks and paddle views or sit quietly and observe the wildlife. board to keep you busy. Departing the lakes region, head south, through some of Gippsland's charming villages. 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 Day 4 & 5: Experience the Prom by land and sea. Take a tour of the iconic Skull whisky before heading back to Melbourne. Rock by boat, and search for wildlife, enjoy hiking trails and searching for wildlife. Depart for Melbourne mid-afternoon.

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 and Inverloch.

The 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 GIPPSLAND INTERNATIONAL PRODUCT MANUAL 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.

Join Robert Pennicott’s legendary team to experience Gippsland’s newest attraction. Wilsons Promontory Cruises is the latest addition to the award winning Pennicott Wilderness Journeys yellow boat ecotours and the first outside Tasmania.

Witness iconic South Point, the southernmost tip of mainland Australia as we join the elements and cruise into the waters of 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 Hump- back 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 GIPPSLAND IN ACCOMMODATION AND ATTRACTIONS TOURS, [email protected] www.pennicottjourneys.com.au

VICTORIA · AUSTRALIA 15 GREAT SOUTHERN ESCAPES AUSTRALIAN CYCLING HOLIDAYS At Great Southern Escapes we are committed to providing quality nature Gippsland is perfect for cycling. The quiet roads, Rail Trails and cycle paths meander based experiences to Wilsons Promontory and the Snowy River National Park through beautiful scenery and alongside stunning, empty beaches making it easy for us to in Gippsland, showcasing the region's spectacular coastal and high country create amazing cycle tours for visitors to enjoy. scenery, abundant wildlife and Gippsland’s own food and wine. At Australian Cycling Holidays we are proud of our hand crafted, self-guided, fully support- Offering hotel pick up and return in the Melbourne CBD or in region, our small ed cycle tours that can be tailored to every rider. We carefully selectaccommodation, from group and private tours are designed to provide visitors with a truly local and mountain guesthouse to clifftop cabin, to ensure a lovely restful night. We find the best authentic experience. 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 We want you to see how special Gippsland really is. Whether it’s the first time Trek Bikes, all cycling equipment, breakfasts, accommodation, luggage transfers, roadside you draw breath at the top of Mt Oberon or your first encounter with a wild emu, assist and maps and guide notes/Cyclewayz app electronic navigation. Ask us for an E Bike. we want you to get to know the extraordinary wilderness of Wilson’s Promon- tory National Park. Arguably the most iconic river in Australia, the Snowy River We just love exploring by bike and can't wait to share our gorgeous, friendly, uncrowded cuts her way through valleys and gorges where our private tour takes in some Gippsland with you and your cycling customers. We love cycling here and we know you of Australia’s best rugged mountain scenery. will too.

Contact: Andrew Davidson Contact: Angela Mosley +61 3 5644 3314 or +61 (0)436 463 797 +61 (0) 468 390 224 [email protected] [email protected] Tours, Attractions and Accommodation in GippslandTours, www.greatsouthernescapes.com.au www.australiancyclingholidays.com.au

16 GIPPSLAND INTERNATIONAL PRODUCT MANUAL VENTURE OUT SNOWY RIVER CYCLING Venture Out in Lakes Entrance offer both guided and self-guided adventure experiences for The East Gippsland Rail Trail threads through green forests and farmland in the mountain biking, kayaking & stand up paddleboarding, set amongst the adventure play- far east of Victoria, offering an unequalled cycling experience with outstanding ground that is East Gippsland. With quality hire gear available year round, as well as regular natural scenery along a traffic-free cycle path. adventure tours, guests can enjoy skills instruction & local advice or just take some time We will tailor an itinerary to suit you: from a quick getaway dash over just out on their own to discover this beautiful part of the world. two days, to a leisurely ride with side trips over five days. We can organise Situated right across the street from the Gippsland Lakes, guests have easy access to accommodation in luxury guesthouses, quirky pubs, welcoming farmstays or scenic paddling & riding experiences that bring them up close to nature. Families often country cottages: just let us know how you like to travel. enjoy the Simply Singletrack Mountain Bike tour – an introduction to the sport of mountain Our typical packages include bike hire (with an ebike option), daily luggage biking, while some couples ride through the forest to a local Brewery for lunch, with a transfers, accommodation, some meals if required and return transport to your shuttle pick up. starting point. We provide route notes and maps, and friendly back up should Sunset Stand Up Paddling tours take guests to see the iconic Entrance where seals & dol- there be any problems along the way. phins 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 Contact: Liz Mitchell +61 (0) 427 731 441 +61 428 556 099 [email protected] [email protected] www.ventureout.com.au www.snowyrivercycling.com.au VICTORIA · AUSTRALIA 17 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. 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 feeding.

Contact: Kirsty Balthazaar-Proctor +61 3 5624 9888 2705 Princes Highway, Tynong, Victoria, Australia 3813 [email protected] www.gumbuya.com.au

18 GIPPSLAND INTERNATIONAL PRODUCT MANUAL 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 wonder- ful coastal holiday.

This beautiful Bass Coast accommodation offers a mix of value options, which in- clude 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.

Features: • Indoor pool, spa and sauna • Wetlands and numerous walking tracks • Restaurant open breakfast, lunch and dinner • Lounge Bar open all day Accommodation in Gippsland

Contact: Vanessa Warnock 70 Cape Paterson-Inverloch Road, Inverloch, Victoria 3996 +61 3 5674 0000 [email protected] www.racv.com.au/Inverloch

VICTORIA · AUSTRALIA 19 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. Each glamping tent has a queen size bed, full ensuite, gas heating, timber floors and a covered deck. An additional rollaway single bed is available, and the retreats are located just a short stroll to Norman 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 Accommodation in Gippsland

Contact: Parks Victoria Tidal River Visitor Centre, Wilsons Promontory National Park, Victoria, 3960 +61 3 8427 2122 [email protected] www.wildernessretreats.com.au for Parks Victoria information: www.parks.vic.gov.au

20 GIPPSLAND INTERNATIONAL PRODUCT MANUAL LIMOSA RISE Limosa Rise provides luxury cottage accommodation on the spectacular , 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. 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: • Kitchenette and BBQs • Private balconies • Ocean and mountain views • Located at Yanakie, just outside Wilsons Promontory National Park Accommodation in Gippsland

Contact: Marcus Manning 40 Dalgleish Road, Yanakie, Victoria, Australia 3956 +61 3 5687 1135 [email protected] www.limosarise.com.au

VICTORIA · AUSTRALIA 21 BEAR GULLY COTTAGES 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 • 4 fully self-contained cabins (2 catering for families) • Large undercover decks • Magnificent ocean views to The Prom • Private beach access Accommodation in Gippsland

Contact: Lee Withers 33 Maitland Crt, Walkerville South, Victoria Australia 3956 +61 3 5663 2364 [email protected] www.beargullycottages.com.au

22 GIPPSLAND INTERNATIONAL PRODUCT MANUAL VIVERE RETREAT Vivere Retreat is one of the top-rated accommodation venues in West Gipps- land. Located on 18 acres near South with spectacular views over the Baw Baw Ranges, Vivere Retreat is ideally situated to offer a memorable country getaway. 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.

Features: • 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 • Deep soaking bath with a view included in all rooms Accommodation in Gippsland

Contact: Angela Sgarbossa 1719 Main Neerim Rd, VIC 3831 +61 419 993 002 www.vivereretreat.com.au

VICTORIA · AUSTRALIA 23 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. 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 Accommodation in Gippsland

Contact: Michael Leaney Main Road, Walhalla Victoria, 3825 +61 3 5165 6262 [email protected] www.starhotel.com.au

24 GIPPSLAND INTERNATIONAL PRODUCT MANUAL THE RIVERSLEIGH 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, luxuri- ous linens and towels, coffee machine and superior guest amenities.

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 Accommodation in Gippsland

Contact: Rachel Bromage 1 Nicholson St, Bairnsdale Victoria 3875 +61 3 5152 6966 [email protected] www.riversleigh.com.au

VICTORIA · AUSTRALIA 25 JETTY ROAD RETREAT Perched in treetops above a peaceful secluded cove, Jetty Road Retreat is a place to break the journey, dip into nature, and linger awhile with the locals. Enjoy a lazy breakfast with beautiful native birds, launch a kayak to explore the lakes, drop a line in off the jetty, take a stroll to hidden beaches, purchase fresh- caught seafood for a dinner feast, and gaze up at unpolluted skies beside your outdoor fire pit. Perfectly situated between Lakes Entrance and Metung, each of the 4 self- contained cabins offer soul stirring views, private deck with outdoor dining, two bedrooms, bathroom, full kitchen, and reverse cycle air-conditioning for year round comfort.

Features: • Idyllic lakeside setting • Wildlife encounters • Complimentary kayaks • Family owned, country hospitality • Dinner on arrival service • Free wifi

Top Nearby Attractions: • Explore the Gippsland Lakes by kayak, cruise or hire boat • See koalas in the wild at Raymond Island • Purchase fresh-caught seafood from local fishing fleet Accommodation in Gippsland

Contact: Kim Kleinitz 230 Nungurner Jetty Road, Nungurner, Victoria, 3909 +61 3 5156 3224 www.jettyroadretreat.com.au

26 GIPPSLAND INTERNATIONAL PRODUCT MANUAL 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. 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.

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 Accommodation in Gippsland

Contact: Chris Banson 1 The Esplanade, Lakes Entrance, Victoria 3909 +61 3 5155 3533 [email protected] 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 apart- ments, the luxurious Boathouse Spa Suites or our Guest rooms.

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 Accommodation in Gippsland

Contact: Chris Banson 201 The Esplanade, Lakes Entrance, Victoria 3909 +61 3 5155 3055 [email protected] www.bellevuelakes.com

28 GIPPSLAND INTERNATIONAL PRODUCT MANUAL WAVERLEY HOUSE COTTAGES 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 out- door 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.

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 Accommodation in Gippsland

Contact:Jan Davis 205 Palmers Road, Lakes Entrance, Victoria 3909 +61 3 5155 1257 [email protected] www.waverleyhousecottages.com.au

VICTORIA · AUSTRALIA 29 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. 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 Accommodation in Gippsland

Contact: Chris Banson 155 Metung Road, Metung Victoria 3904 +61 3 5156 2283 [email protected] www.mcmillansofmetung.com.au

30 GIPPSLAND INTERNATIONAL PRODUCT MANUAL 5 KNOTS Sitting on the waters edge of the Gippsland Lakes, 5 Knots Metung offers bou- tique 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.

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 Accommodation in Gippsland

Contact: Chris Banson 42 Metung Road, Metung Victoria 3904 +61 3 5156 2462 [email protected] www.5knots.com.au

VICTORIA · AUSTRALIA 31 DESTINATION GIPPSLAND Visit Victoria www.visitgippsland.com.au www.visitvictoria.com.au Alison Conroy Nic Cooper Marketing Manager Market Development Manager UK / Europe [email protected] Visit Victoria +61 3 5668 2141 T: +61 3 9002 2236 corporate.visitvictoria.com.au [email protected] [email protected]

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