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The brilliant sapphire blue waters which surround Merimbula are magical for all forms of water sports including fishing, swimming, surfing, wave sailing, canoeing, diving etc. For the less energetic hire a boat from Top Lake Cruises off Lakewood Drive and cruise the lake at your pace.
Activities & Attractions
As well as charter vessels which take passengers to watch the whales at sea there are some great places to do shore based whale watching. To the south of Eden, Green Cape and South Head in the southern section of the Ben Boyd National Park are excellent vantage points to spot whales. Within Twofold Bay there are viewing platforms at the Rotary Park Lookout and at the eastern end of Bass Street.
Potoroo Palace
Princes Highway Merimbula NSW 2548Native Animal Education Sanctuary. See animals in their native habitat.
Wombats, Kangaroos, Koalas, Crocodiles, Dingos, Snakes, Echidnas, Potoroos
Sandstone Cafe for snacks and lunch
Open Thursday to Monday (plus all school holidays)
Middle Beach
Merimbula NSW 2548200 metres from Cliff Street down the track to this sheltered spot.
Mitchies Beach
Merimbula NSW 2548Favourite with the kids south side of lake off Fishpen Road. Sheltered beach looking straight across the lake to the township. Fishing charters leave from jetty.
Merimbula Aquarium/Restaurant
Lake Street Merimbula NSW 2548Fabulous 27 tank aquarium plus fantastic ocean tank. Great spectacle for all the family.
Delicious coffee and cake Lunch from 11.30. Licensed
Check off season hours
Cat Balou Cruises - All Year - Bookings Essential
Port of Eden Eden NSW 2551Twofold Bay Cruises all year round. Bookings Essential. Whale Watching Cruises Sept thru November
Sapphire Aquatic Centre
Pambula Beach Road Pambula Beach NSW 2549The only 12 month indoor multi-use aquatic centre in the Bega Valley Shire - A Tourist Facility - General Recreation.
Learn to swim, Baby Boomers & Older Programs, Warm water exercise, Access for the disabled, Young children’s water confidence programs, Kids Water Playground. Aged therapy.
Coastlife Adventures
Merimbula NSW 2548Marine Kayak Tours or Learn to Surf
Enjoy the beauty of the area's pristine waters and marine life on a guided 2 hour tour with our qualified instructors. We provide stable 2 person kayaks, wetsuits, refreshments and lots of adventure in either Pambula or Merimbula
Main Beach
Merimbula NSW 25485 kilometres of surf beach with Merimbula to the north and Pambula to the South.
Great fishing and windsurfing. Open ocean so just be aware of the conditions and tides.
Sapphire Coast Marine Discovery
Snug Cove Wharf-253 Imlay Street Eden NSW 2551For a touch tank experience where you can closely examine marine creatures from local rocky shores. At the new marine laboratory you can examine species under microscopes. See spectaucular footage of marine life in the theatre.
Open during school holidays or by appointment-Group bookings and coaches welcome.
Cycle N Surf - Bicycle/Beach Hire
Shop 1B Marine Parade Merimbula NSW 2548Bicycles for Hire - all sizes all ages.
Ask Cindy for a map to explore Merimbula at your pace.
Feel like a surf no board, no problem, hire one!
Also Wet Suits and Boogie Boards for Hire
Wombat Holes Mini Golf
Kianinny Resort-Tathra Road Tathra NSW 255018 Hole Championship Mini Golf Course . The course has been uniquely designed to suit all ages providing a challenging course for adults with short cuts for the kids. Putters, golf balls and scoring cards can be collected from reception.
Tathra is approx 23kms from Merimbula
Wisteria House
Shop 4 Park Lane Merimbula NSW 2548(behind Rockmans)
Fine selection of art, craft and giftware
Merimbula Air Services
Arthur Kaine Drive Merimbula VIC 2548Situated at Merimbula Airport
Gabo Island Adventures - "The Big Day Out"
Scenic Flights. Aircraft Charter. Flying Training.
Helicopter Flights, Skydiving, Aerial Photography
Whale Watching Flights Sept-Nov
Bega Cheese Heritage Centre
Lagoon Street Bega NSW 255027kms from Merimbula Open Daily 9 to 5
Free Cheese Tasting, Historic Displays, Snacks and Lunches, Local Produce and Crafts.
Home Bega Visitor Information Centre
Top Fun
99 Main Street Merimbula NSW 2548Indoor Family Amusement Centre at the top of Main Street
10 Pin Bowling. Zone 3 Laser Game. Mini Golf. Video Games. Kiosk. Birthday Parties. Dance Parties
Oaklands at Pambula
3546 Princes Highway Pambula NSW 2549On the Princes Highway 500 metres Eden side Pambula
Art Gallery, Wooden Toys, Animal Nursery. Trail Rides.
Cafe for breakfast, snacks, coffee Open Daily
Eden Killer Whale Museum
Imlay Street Eden NSW 2551Established in 1931, is one of the oldest museums in NSW, and records for posterity this incredible battle between intrepid men in rowboats, armed only with hand harpoons and the leviathans of the sea. The whalemen were, however, assisted by a pod of killer whales and the museum contains the unique story and the skeleton of the most famous of the killer whales "Old Tom".
The skeleton is the only one on public display in the southern hemisphere.
The Picture Show Man
80 Main Street Merimbula NSW 2548New release movies screened daily in air-conditioned comfort. Both cinemas are equipped with Dolby Digital Surround Sound. Digital Projection Technology for our on-screen advertising and selected feature films.
Tickets may be purchased for any programmed session in advance. Telephone bookings not accepted. ATM facilities at Cinema . Candy Bar with all the movie going goodies available. Parking accessible from Merimbula Drive.
Whale Watching Cruises Sept to Nov
Port of Eden Eden NSWWhale watching cruises depart daily from late September to late November. Twofold Bay cruises available all year.
All cruises subject to weather and passenger numbers.
Short Point
Merimbula NSW 2548Surf beach at the end of Cliff Street extending past Tura Beach Estate which also has access. Be aware of the tides if fossicking on the rocks. Great views from the grassed area. Carpark, toilets, picnic tables.
Mandeni Family Fun Park & Golf Centre
Sapphire Coast Drive Merimbula NSW 25485 minutes north of Merimbula on Sapphire Coast Drive
Activities at Mandeni include Mini Golf, Archery, Paddle Boats, Biking, Mountain Biking, Croquet, Bocce, Jumping Pillow, Pitch & Putt, on the 9 hole Golf Course and Water Golf Driving Range.
Open 7 days from 9.30 to 5pm
Water Safety Hints
• Swim or surf only at beaches patrolled by lifeguards• Always swim between the flags marking the area safer for swimming.
• Read and obey the signs
• Be careful where you dive – accidents often result from diving into shallow waters.
• Be aware of slippery banks and rocks when fishing
• Don’t swim under the influence of alcohol or drugs
• Always swim under supervision
• If you get into trouble in the water, stay calm. Signal for help, then float and wait for assistance
• Float with a current or undertow. Don’t try to swim against it.
• When out on the water always wear the correct safety equipment.
Magic Mountain Family Fun Park
Sapphire Coast Drive Merimbula NSW 2548Open daily from 10am during school holidays (check off season times) Triassic Park Walk, Toboggan Run, Waterslides, Mini Golf, Grand Prix Cars. Kiosk, BBQ and Picnic Facilities. Plenty of parking. School Group Concessions Available
Fishing/Fishing Charters
Merimbula Marina
Main Street Opposite Lakeview Hotel Merimbula NSW 2548Reef fishing Charters. Lake Cruises. Whale and Dolphin Cruises. Hire Boats Self Drive
A Merimbula experience you will not forget.
Information about fishing in the South Coast NSW Region.
List of best baits to use for each fish species.
Detailed information on the species of fish you might expect to catch in this area.
List of best baits to use for each fish species.
Detailed information on the species of fish you might expect to catch in this area.
Reel Affair Fishing Charters
Merimbula NSW 2548Merimbula's finest charter vessel. Bait, tackle, licensing requirements, tea, coffee and a morning snack are Provided. Whale Watching Cruises September-November.
Surf Fishing
Several locations in and around Merimbula produce good catches from the surf. Call into one of the ocal bait and tackle shops for info on where they are biting and what baits they are taking.Fishpen Charters
Merimbula NSW 2548Depart Mitchies Jetty off Fishpen Road (see town map)
Reef fishing from 7am, family fishing from noon. Gear and bait supplied, fish cleaned, toilet on board.
Whale cruises September-November
Headland Fishing Adventures
Merimbula NSW 2548The best fishing boat in town. Reef, Deep Sea and Game Fishing. On board toilet. No fishing license required.
Whale Watching Cruises Sept-Nov.
Top Lake Boat Hire
Lakewood Drive Merimbula NSW 2548Explore The Top Lake at your Leisure.
Motor boats, pedal boats, kayaks, canoes, bait and tackle, coffee shop.
Boat Ramp
Merimbula NSW 2548Melbourne side of bridge opposite Aquarius Apartments
Lake Fishing
Very popular on Merimbula side of bridge. Some decent size catches are recorded and the kids love it.
Merimbula Tackleworld
47 Market Street Merimbula NSW 2548Local Fishing Info.
Bait and Tackle, Rods and Reels and all fishing accessories.
Charter Boat Bookings
Merimbula Fishing Wharf
Merimbula NSW 2548Deep Sea Fishing without a boat at the end of Lake Street. Good action, great views
Cruises/Flights/Tours
Merimbula Air Services
Arthur Kaine Drive Merimbula VIC 2548Situated at Merimbula Airport
Gabo Island Adventures - "The Big Day Out"
Scenic Flights. Aircraft Charter. Flying Training.
Helicopter Flights, Skydiving, Aerial Photography
Whale Watching Flights Sept-Nov
Coastlife Adventures
Merimbula NSW 2548Marine Kayak Tours or Learn to Surf
Enjoy the beauty of the area's pristine waters and marine life on a guided 2 hour tour with our qualified instructors. We provide stable 2 person kayaks, wetsuits, refreshments and lots of adventure in either Pambula or Merimbula
Whale Watching Cruises Sept to Nov
Port of Eden Eden NSWWhale watching cruises depart daily from late September to late November. Twofold Bay cruises available all year.
All cruises subject to weather and passenger numbers.
Golf/Bowls
Club Sapphire Tura
The Fairway Tura Beach via Merimbula NSW 2548Home of Turra Beach Country Club
Seaview Bistro Open Daily 7 Days for Lunch and Dinner from 12noon - 8.30pm.
18 Hole Championship Golf Course-spectacular ocean views.
2 Bowling Greens - 2 Tennis Courts - Shuttle Bus
Pambula-Merimbula Golf Club
173 Arthur Kaine Drive Merimbula NSW 2548Visiting golfers are welcome to play in competition or social rounds. With 27 holes, you are always able to play a social round even though a competition may be running at the same time. Cart and club hire are available from the Pro Shop. Social Golf is available 7 days per week
Merimbula-Imlay Bowling Club
Main Street Merimbula NSW 2548Club Sapphire Merimbula is the home of Merimbula-Imlay Bowling Club which has four first class greens for regular and social tournament bowls with a winter carnival each year in June and a number of other tournaments held throughout the year.
Merimbula Carpet Bowls are held at Club Sapphire Merimbula on Tuesday evenings. Games are usually held in the Auditorium. Names in by 6.30pm and be in attendance by 6.45pm. Beginners & Visitors are most welcome.
Spa/Massage/Health
Merimbula Information Centre
2 Beach Street Merimbula NSW 2548For information regarding your Merimbula holiday.
General Information
Sapphire Coast Turf Club
Sapphire Coast Drive Kalaru NSW 2550One of the finest country tracks in Australia situated in a bushland setting between Merimbula and Bega. Excellent viewing areas, undercover and on lawns. 3 bars food outlets, bookmakers, TAB.
Churches
Anglican - Main Street (02) 6495 3307Catholic - Main Street (02) 6495 1880
Uniting - Collins Street (02) 6495 4780
Gospel Fellowship (02) 6495 7773
Wisteria House
Shop 4 Park Lane Merimbula NSW 2548(behind Rockmans)
Fine selection of art, craft and giftware
Art with Attitude
Shop 6 Merimbula Plaza Merimbula NSW 2548Original Artwork. Gallery. Gifts. Art Supplies. Handcrafted Jewellery.
Sapphire Coast Regional Airport
Arthur Kaine Drive Merimbula NSW 2548Daily flights to Melbourne and Sydney with Regional Express Airlines. Plan your Merimbula weekend away or annual holiday on the magnificent Sapphire Coast of NSW.
Hire cars available at airport or most accommodators from Eden to Merimbula have a courtesy vehicle to pick you up from the airport.
Cycle N Surf Hire
Shop 1B Marine Parade Merimbula NSW 2548Hire Bikes, Surfboards and Boogie Boards also bike sales and service
Tennis Anyone
Sapphire Coast Drive - Bookings (02) 6495 4177Tura Beach at Country Club Info (02) 6495 9068
Sapphire Aquatic Centre
Pambula Beach Road Pambula Beach NSW 2549The only 12 month indoor multi-use aquatic centre in the Bega Valley Shire - A Tourist Facility - General Recreation.
Learn to swim, Baby Boomers & Older Programs, Warm water exercise, Access for the disabled, Young children’s water confidence programs, Kids Water Playground. Aged therapy.
Cycle N Surf - Bicycle/Beach Hire
Shop 1B Marine Parade Merimbula NSW 2548Bicycles for Hire - all sizes all ages.
Ask Cindy for a map to explore Merimbula at your pace.
Feel like a surf no board, no problem, hire one!
Also Wet Suits and Boogie Boards for Hire
Coast Seaside Gallery
Shop 12 Market Street Merimbula NSW 2548(next to Retravision)
Original local artwork for sale.
Beautiful gifts for that special memento
Local Radio FM
2 Sea FM 104.7 FM"The Voice of the Sapphire Coast"
Bega to Mallacoota Coverage