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Pambula 14 The Sapphire Coast is perfectly located midway between Sydney Merimbula 15 and Melbourne, and only a short Bega 16 drive from Canberra. From the Victorian border to Bermagui in Tathra 17 the north and westward to Brown Mountain, the Sapphire Coast in the Cobargo 18 Bega Valley welcomes you. Bermagui 19 Travel times from the major cities: Canberra – 227km, 3hrs Sapphire Coast Businesses 20 - 36 Sydney – 431km, 6hrs Calendar of Events 37 Melbourne – 612km, 7.5hrs

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Davidson Whaling Monaro district in 1830-1840.

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– TheForsakenMerman. Strait. across thetreacherous watersofBass their hearts’contentbeforeheading south the waterbacktoocean.They feastto mouths, scoopinguptheirpreyand filtering Watch them‘lungefeed’–openingtheir humpbacks’ preferredfood. depths below–asmorgasbordofkrill,the the waterscreatesswirlingmixfrom (from theCoralSea)–andmeetingof current meetstheEastAustralian Because thisiswheretheSouthernOcean stopover, the whalesalsodothesame. north-south usetheSapphireCoastasa Just assomeofourvisitorstravelling close tolandrestinourbays. watch thepodsormothersandcalvescome Twofold Bay! – thatmeanstherearewhalesat playin to thenearestpointoverlooking the harbour you hearthesoundofasiren,quicklydash If youareinEdenduringwhaleseasonand most famouskillerwhaleofall–OldTom. Museum. Makesureyoufindoutaboutthe Whaling StationortheEdenKillerWhale will discoverwithavisittotheDavidson species –afascinatingstorythatyou with thekillerwhalestohuntotherwhale and latertheEuropeansettlersworked with thewhales.Bothindigenouspeople Of course,Edenhashadastronghistory [email protected] Whales Fishing

If fishing takes your fancy, you could not have come to a better place. Let’s face it, if whales dine in these waters, there must be

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the sand, a wharf or rocky outcrop or dive If you don’t mind hunting with a net and beneath a wave. There are endless places a torch, then catching your own prawns, where you can hook a meal or simply marvel cooking them under a summer night sky at the variety before you. and washing them down with a cold beer or chilled wine is a memory that will last If it’s the big game fish you are chasing, forever! charter operators from Bermagui, Merimbula and Eden can take you to where the wild If you don’t know where to start on your fishing things are; if it’s something smaller and fishing adventure, there are plenty of local more edible, then favourites such as experts to ask. Start with the nearest bait flathead, whiting, bream and snapper are and tackle shop, a local at one of the Visitor among the many species that cruise the Information Centres or wander into one of Sapphire Coast. the coastal fishing clubs – most offer boat launching ramps and fish cleaning facilities And it is not just about fish: this region is and good advice. You are spoiled for choice, whether you famous for its shellfish. Prawns, oysters, want to jump a professional charter boat mussels. The eco-systems of the coastal and head out to sea, row or motor up a lakes and wetlands protect the habitat and river or out to the centre of a lake, stand on the pristine waters nurture them.

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The dictionary defines the word ‘adventure’ as taking part in an exciting or unusual experience – so if you are a get-up-and-go person, the Sapphire Coast has plenty to wear you out! 10

First pick your playground – land, sea or Head into the wild blue yonder with a scenic Coast Turf Club and a regular program of air – and then decide on the adventure flight by plane or helicopter – or learn to fly life saving and swimming carnivals, wave you desire. If water is your favourite or skydive, all from Merimbula Airport. sailing and surf boat races. environment, you are spoiled for choice whether you know exactly what you’re By land, you can bushwalk, climb, abseil doing, or this holiday is all about learning or explore by horse or mountain bike – and and practising a new skill. Surf, swim, wave for smaller adrenaline junkies, there is

dventure sail, kitesurf, snorkel, dive, and canoe – are always action-aplenty at Merimbula’s Magic

A all on offer. Mountain and paintball at nearby Wolumla. The younger generation is also well catered For those who like to get up close and for in terms of natural adventures – Potoroo personal with the denizens of the deep, a Palace and its animal sanctuary, or National sea kayak tour is a must, but if you prefer Parks and the Sapphire Coast Marine a gentler experience, there are canoes for Discovery Centre in Eden offer a range of hire at Brogo Dam. If you like going further activities during the school holidays. afield, boat hire is a relatively simple affair at all of the major ports. People watching and other adventurous activities include racing at the Sapphire

Toll-free call 1800 150 457 [email protected] Adventure Golf

They say golf is like life, but don't believe them. Golf is more complicated than that. – Gardner Dickinson 11

It’s been suggested that hitting a small course in its own right – but the million- white ball with a stick is a great way to ruin dollar ocean views could also prove to be a a good walk – but not if you play on the big distraction! Sapphire Coast. Tura is a championship course designed by That’s because you’re spoiled for choice as Australian golf legend and five-time British

to where to play! There is a smorgasbord Open champion Peter Thomson, and his Mini golf and golf tuition is also on offer, golf of courses on offer and you’re bound to find design partner, world renowned golf course so there is literally something for everyone, one within easy reach of wherever you are. architect Michael Wolveridge. whether you are a pint-sized player, just starting out, or have years of experience You can share the 27-hole course at Tathra Beach was designed by another of under your Niblicks. Pambula-Merimbula Golf Club with plenty Australia’s legendary players – Kel Nagle of local wildlife or try to avoid hitting the – and offers 12 holes (and more great All the clubs have a range of facilities and centuries-old gum trees on the 18-hole views), while there are nine-hole courses refreshments on offer, so play a round or course at Bega. at Mandeni Gardens (north of Merimbula), two with friends and then sit back and relax Cobargo and Candelo. and enjoy the views. Other 18-hole courses in the area include Eden Gardens, Bermagui and the glorious Tura Beach. It’s an extremely challenging

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