Day Trippers

SAPPHIRE COAST

Sapphire Coast Day Trips

Take a road trip along the Sapphire Coast and discover pristine coastline, national parks, heritage sites, local produce and country villages. These day trips combine the best of our nature, history, culture and local fare. You can do them in a day, or pick and choose your favourite stops. Explore all there is to see and do here.

KILLER WHALE TRAIL

Take a day trip back in time, when boats were made of wood and men were made of steel! Journey around Eden and uncover the dramatic history of whaling from 1828-1930 and learn about the unique relationship between whalers and the wild killer whales (orcas).

KILLER WHALE TRAIL

OYSTER TRAIL

The Sapphire Coast is famous for its Sydney rock oysters, plucked from some of the cleanest waters in Australia. Visit our five key estuaries and discover farm gates, tours and tide to table dining.

OYSTER TRAIL

TATHRA TO BERMAGUI COASTAL DRIVE

Take a coastal drive from Bermagui to Tathra along the idyllic Bermagui-Tathra Road. Cruise through country farmland and spotted gum forests, and explore hidden beaches, walking tracks and picnic spots within spectacular Mimosa Rocks National Park.

TATHRA TO BERMAGUI

HINTERLAND VILLAGE TRAIL

Discover charming hinterland villages, set amidst lush dairy country. Take a heritage walk or explore an array of speciality shops, like artisan bakeries, cafes, galleries, local art and craft, as well as a brewery and world-class gin distillery.

HINTERLAND VILLAGE TRAIL

Sapphire Coast Stories

Mountain Biking on the Sapphire Coast NSW - Eden

Sapphire Coast Mountain Biking Adventure

February 17, 2025
Explore the mountain biking trails of the NSW Sapphire Coast including Gravity Eden Mountain Bike Park, Tathra mountain bike trails, Bermagui Dirt Surfers Mountain Bike Park and so much more. As well as trails we've got mountain bike hire, tours, shuttle services, MTB-friendly accommodation and so much more.
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10 Walks to explore this Autumn

February 16, 2025
Autumn is a great time to visit the Sapphire Coast and a great time to walk. Blue skies, fresh breezes and crisp days are the perfect weather recipe for getting outside and getting back to nature. And what better way than taking a walk. Long walks in our national parks, short walks along our lakes and beaches and lots in between.
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Hike to hidden beaches on the Sapphire Coast

By Ella Freestone • February 15, 2025
Walk to the wild waters of the Sapphire Coast! Some of our favourite beaches are hidden deep within our national parks, whilst others are a shorter wander from our towns and villages. Pack your swimmers, water and a picnic, and explore some of our favourite swimming holes this summer.
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Oyster Merroir Tasting Trail

February 14, 2025
Take a 'merroir' road trip along the Sapphire Coast and taste oysters from our five key estuaries, including Wonboyn Lake, Pambula Lake, Merimbula Lake, Nelson Lagoon and Wapengo Lake. Meet the producers at their farm gates and enjoy freshly shucked oysters by the water's edge or to take home.
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