Booderee Botanic Gardens

Booderee Botanic Gardens are owned by the Wreck Bay Aboriginal Community and are the only Aboriginal owned botanic gardens in Australia. Learn about bush tucker, the medicinal uses of plants and the long association that Koori people have had with the area. A range of facilities and services are available to help visitors explore the gardens, including formed paths, self-guided and guided walks, interpretive displays and picnic areas.

• Web:

  www.visitnsw.com/destinations/south-coast/jervis-bay-and-shoalhaven/jervis-bay/attractions/booderee-national-park-botanic-gardens

• Phone:

  +61 2 4443 0977

Cambewarra Estate Winery

Cambewarra Estate Winery lies at the foothills of the majestic Cambewarra Mountain in the Shoalhaven Coast wine region - only 2.5 hours South from Sydney. A 2nd generation family run winery, with a focus on quality over quantity. Cambewarra Estate Winery offer a diverse range of premium, award winning wines, with something to suit everyone. The Estate features a cellar door, restaurant, a boutique garden studio Bed and Breakfast, a function centre and stunning outdoor surrounds ideal for weddings, private functions and events. Their child and pet friendly cellar door is open every Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays.

• Web:

  https://www.visitnsw.com/destinations/south-coast/jervis-bay-and-shoalhaven/nowra/food-and-drink/cambewarra-estate-winery

• Address:

  520 Illaroo Road, Bangalee NSW 2541

• Phone:

  +61 2 4446 0170

Cape St George Lighthouse

The heritage-listed Cape St George Lighthouse ruins are perched on the edge of spectacular cliffs in Booderee National Park. The lighthouse lookout offers stunning sea and cliff views - a fantastic place to watch whale migrations between May and November.

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  https://www.visitnsw.com/destinations/south-coast/jervis-bay-and-shoalhaven/jervis-bay/attractions/booderee-national-park-cape-st-george-lighthouse

• Phone:

  +61 2 4443 0977

Dolphin Watch Cruises Jervis Bay

Dolphin Watch Cruises - the most experienced cruise company in Jervis Bay, operating for over 25 years, who have now won more then 25 tourism awards. Jervis Bay is home to 120 resident bottlenose dolphins who live inside Jervis Bay all year round. The average sighting rate for dolphins is 99 per cent. Dolphin cruises are available all year round. Whale season is mid May to late November and you can see humpbacks, southern right, minke, as well as seals, penguins and albatross. TEKIN III The Spirit of Jervis Bay, is a 17 metre triple deck catamaran, with five viewing platforms and is 80 per cent under cover for all weather cruising. Dolphin and whale watch cruises include complimentary morning/afternoon tea.

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  https://www.visitnsw.com/things-to-do/tours/dolphin-watch-cruises-jervis-bay

• Address:

  50 Owen Street, Huskisson NSW 2540

• Phone:

  +61 2 4441 6311

Fleet Air Arm Museum

The Royal Australian Navy invites you, your family and friends to visit the Fleet Air Arm Museum at HMAS Albatross Nowra. Explore and experience the story of naval aviation from its beginnings to the present day. The current exhibition "Wings over Water" tells the story of naval aviation in Australia, with aircraft from the 20th Century, ranging from a World War One Sopwith Pup to an A4 Skyhawk jet fighter. The exhibition also includes examples of allied and foreign aircraft, like the MiG-17 fighter. Showcases and audio visual displays add to the stories of these aircraft and those who flew and fixed them. Individual displays include the US 135th Assault Helicopter that incorporated the RAN Helicopter Flight-Vietnam and a special exhibit on Admiral Sir Victor Smith. The Museum's flight simulator provides a 'virtual experience', for all ages, on what it is like in the pilot's seat.

• Web:

  https://www.visitnsw.com/destinations/south-coast/jervis-bay-and-shoalhaven/nowra/attractions/fleet-air-arm-museum

• Address:

  489a Albatross Road, Nowra NSW 2541

• Phone:

  +61 2 4424 1920

Jervis Bay Marine Park

The Jervis Bay Marine Park is home to dolphins, seals, penguins, seabirds and many other animals. Scuba diving, snorkelling, swimming, surfing and fishing are popular activities in the crystal clear waters. Explore various walking trails available in the surrounding Jervis Bay National Park and see whales swim through these waters during their annual migration along the coast between May and November.

• Web:

  www.visitnsw.com/destinations/south-coast/jervis-bay-and-shoalhaven/jervis-bay/attractions/jervis-bay-marine-park

• Phone:

  +61 2 4428 3000

Kangaroo Valley Folk Festival

Kangaroo Valley Folk Festival - a three day celebration of music, poetry, dancing, art and craft in Australia's most beautiful valley. Enjoy over 50 fabulous acts from around Australia and overseas in six intimate venues. The fun starts 3pm Friday and continues all weekend until 5pm Sunday. There are lots of hands-on activities too, such as dancing, poetry, tune sessions, instrument and singing workshops. It's a family friendly event. Accompanied children under 12 get in free and can enjoy the kids' craft and kids' performers.

• Web:

  https://www.visitnsw.com/destinations/south-coast/jervis-bay-and-shoalhaven/kangaroo-valley/events/kangaroo-valley-folk-festival

• Address:

  Kangaroo Valley Showground, 179 Moss Vale Road, Kangaroo Valley Showground Kangaroo Valley NSW 2577

• Phone:

  +61 412 288 923

Booderee National Park

Booderee National Park is a place of outstanding natural beauty offering a wide range of activities including bushwalking, camping, cycling, boating, swimming, fishing and snorkelling. Booderee is owned by the Wreck Bay Aboriginal Community and is a significant place for Koori people. Learn about Koori culture and traditional foods through Booderee's Aboriginal interpretive program.

• Web:

  www.visitnsw.com/destinations/south-coast/jervis-bay-and-shoalhaven/jervis-bay/attractions/booderee-national-park

• Address:

  Jervis Bay Road, Jervis Bay, NSW 2540

• Phone:

  +61 2 4443 0977

Coastal Camping

Enjoy a camping experience unlike any other by setting up a tent with your family and friends on the beaches around Jervis Bay. Camp moments away from the beach at the Bristol Point, Cave Beach and Green Patch camp grounds located within the beautiful Booderee National Park.

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  www.visitnsw.com/destinations/south-coast/jervis-bay-and-shoalhaven/camping

Fishing

Jervis Bay is one of the most popular fishing destinations on the NSW South Coast. The rock platforms on the northern side of the bay are renowned for land-based game fishing for species such as marlin, tuna and kingfish. Inside the bay, chase bream, whiting and flathead from many of the beaches. Experienced local fishing operators offer great fishing adventure tours in and around the bay.

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  www.visitnsw.com/destinations/south-coast/jervis-bay-and-shoalhaven/fishing

Stand-up Paddleboarding

The Jervis Bay area features several lakes, inlets and calm surf beaches from where you can begin a stand-up paddleboarding adventure. Most locations have nearby parking if you're bringing your own paddleboard, or there are several operators along the coast offering rental, tours and private or group lessons. Paddleboarding in the Jervis Bay Marine Park gives you the chance to be surrounded by colourful sea life including dolphins, eagle rays, penguins, fish and birds.

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  www.visitnsw.com/things-to-do/tours/jervis-bay-stand-paddle

Whale Watching

Watch these majestic creatures swim and play in the waters along the NSW South Coast during their annual migration between May and November. Whale numbers have risen substantially around Jervis Bay in recent years, making the area are great place to watch these graceful mammals from shore or the deck of a tour boat. The viewing platform in Booderee National Park, located at Cape St George Lighthouse, is a splendid observation point. Perpendicular Lighthouse, at the southern end of the Beecroft Peninsula in the Jervis Bay Military Reserve, also offers a good vantage point.

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  www.visitnsw.com/destinations/south-coast/jervis-bay-and-shoalhaven/whale-watching