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TRAVEL TRADE GUIDE 2020/21
VICTORIA · AUSTRALIA A
KEY ATTRACTIONS
1 PHILLIP ISLAND
2 WILSONS PROMONTORY NATIONAL PARK
3 MOUNT BAW BAW
4 WALHALLA HISTORIC TOWNSHIP
5 TARRA BULGA NATIONAL PARK
6 GIPPSLAND LAKES Melbourne 3 Mount
7 GIPPSLAND'S HIGH COUNTRY
Baw Baw
8 CROAJINGOLONG NATIONAL PARK Walhalla
Historic
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4 BEAR GULLY COTTAGES
5 VIVERE RETREAT
Inverloch
Fish Creek Port Welshpool
6 WALHALLA'S STAR HOTEL
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7 THE RIVERSLEIGH
8 3 Yanakie
JETTY ROAD RETREAT
Walkerville 4
9 THE ESPLANADE RESORT AND SPA
10 BELLEVUE ON THE LAKES 2
11 WAVERLEY HOUSE COTTAGES 1 2 Wilsons Promontory
12 MCMILLANS AT METUNG National Park
13 5 KNOTS Tidal River 2
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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 Gippsland Lakes, 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 West Gippsland and Sardine Eatery + Bar in East Gippsland 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.
Gippsland experiences
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.
WILDLIFE, IN THE WILD
Kangaroos, wallabies, wombats, emus, koalas, 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 Kanowna Island, 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. Raymond Island, just off Paynesville is home to a large koala 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.
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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
East Gippsland
THE GREAT ALPINE ROAD
waterway system in Australia
• 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
VILLAGES •
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Buy freshly caught fish and seafood straight from the wharf
Drive the iconic Great Alpine Road from the lakes to the mountainous high country
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 Swifts Creek and historic Omeo, 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.
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SOUTH GIPPSLAND 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
South Gippsland
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
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
ARTS & CRAFTS •
Gippsland landscape
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
CENTRAL
GIPPSLAND
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.
10 GIPPSLAND INTERNATIONAL PRODUCT MANUALSYDNEY MELBOURNE
COASTAL DRIVE
Moving along the Sydney Melbourne Coastal Drive, the landscape To Sydney
continually changes – from pastoral country scenery, to coastal views, Mallacoota
Croajingolong
to unspoiled wilderness. Bairnsdale Nungurner National Park
Melbourne
Walhalla
Gippsland
Lakes Metung Lakes Entrance
Sale
Hire a boat or kayak to explore the coastal villages and waterways of the Gippsland Lakes.
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Day 1: Depart from Sydney and make your way down to Narooma or Bermagui for your first night. Port Welshpool
Yanakie
Sample local oysters and hospitality and take in coastal views. Wilsons
Promontory
Tidal River
National Park
Day 2: Travel south via coastal towns and vistas, then cross the border into Gippsland. Just
south of the border lies Mallacoota, which is surrounded by Croajingolong National Park and gives
Self Drive Itenraries
access to extensive waterways. Explore walking trails and Gabo Island’s historic lighthouse. Stay in
Mallacoota or at nearby Gipsy Point.
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
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 Kilcunda before visiting Phillip Island 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 11WEST
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 Strzelecki Ranges.
Visitors can explore the beauty of Toorongo
Falls, and stroll across the Noojee 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 Latrobe Valley, 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 13PHILLIP 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 Wonthaggi and
Inverloch.
The George Bass 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 MANUALWILSONS 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
TOURS, AT TRACTIONS AND ACCOMMODATION IN GIPPSLAND
cruise into the waters of Bass Strait 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
melinda@pennicottjourneys.com.au
www.pennicottjourneys.com.au
VICTORIA · AUSTRALIA 15GREAT SOUTHERN ESCAPES AUSTRALIAN CYCLING HOLIDAYS
Tours, Attractions and Accommodation in Gippsland
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
andrewt@greatsouthernescapes.com.au angela@australiancyclingholidays.com.au
www.greatsouthernescapes.com.au www.australiancyclingholidays.com.au
16 GIPPSLAND INTERNATIONAL PRODUCT MANUALVENTURE 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
info@ventureout.com.au ride@snowyrivercycling.com.au
www.ventureout.com.au www.snowyrivercycling.com.au
VICTORIA · AUSTRALIA 17GUMBUYA 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 Kangaroo feeding.
Contact: Kirsty Balthazaar-Proctor
+61 3 5624 9888
2705 Princes Highway, Tynong, Victoria, Australia 3813
kirsty.b@gumbuya.com.au
www.gumbuya.com.au
18 GIPPSLAND INTERNATIONAL PRODUCT MANUALRACV 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
•
Accommodation in Gippsland
Restaurant open breakfast, lunch and dinner
• Lounge Bar open all day
Contact: Vanessa Warnock
70 Cape Paterson-Inverloch Road, Inverloch, Victoria 3996
+61 3 5674 0000
racvresortinverloch@racv.com.au
www.racv.com.au/Inverloch
VICTORIA · AUSTRALIA 19WILDERNESS 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,
Accommodation in Gippsland
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
Contact: Parks Victoria
Tidal River Visitor Centre, Wilsons Promontory National Park, Victoria, 3960
+61 3 8427 2122
wprom@parks.vic.gov.au
www.wildernessretreats.com.au
for Parks Victoria information: www.parks.vic.gov.au
20 GIPPSLAND INTERNATIONAL PRODUCT MANUALLIMOSA RISE
Limosa Rise provides luxury cottage accommodation on the spectacular
Corner Inlet, 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.
Accommodation in Gippsland
Features:
• Kitchenette and BBQs
• Private balconies
• Ocean and mountain views
• Located at Yanakie, just outside Wilsons Promontory National Park
Contact: Marcus Manning
40 Dalgleish Road, Yanakie, Victoria, Australia 3956
+61 3 5687 1135
relax@limosarise.com.au
www.limosarise.com.au
VICTORIA · AUSTRALIA 21BEAR 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.
Accommodation in Gippsland
Features
• 4 fully self-contained cabins (2 catering for families)
• Large undercover decks
• Magnificent ocean views to The Prom
• Private beach access
Contact: Lee Withers
33 Maitland Crt, Walkerville South, Victoria Australia 3956
+61 3 5663 2364
enquiry@beargullycottages.com.au
www.beargullycottages.com.au
22 GIPPSLAND INTERNATIONAL PRODUCT MANUALVIVERE RETREAT
Vivere Retreat is one of the top-rated accommodation venues in West Gipps-
land. Located on 18 acres near Neerim 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
Accommodation in Gippsland
• 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
Contact: Angela Sgarbossa
1719 Main Neerim Rd, Neerim South VIC 3831
+61 419 993 002
www.vivereretreat.com.au
VICTORIA · AUSTRALIA 23WALHALLA’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:
Accommodation in Gippsland
• 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
Contact: Michael Leaney
Main Road, Walhalla Victoria, 3825
+61 3 5165 6262
info@starhotel.com.au
www.starhotel.com.au
24 GIPPSLAND INTERNATIONAL PRODUCT MANUALTHE 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
Accommodation in Gippsland
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
Contact: Rachel Bromage
1 Nicholson St, Bairnsdale Victoria 3875
+61 3 5152 6966
info@riversleigh.com.au
www.riversleigh.com.au
VICTORIA · AUSTRALIA 25JETTY 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
Accommodation in Gippsland
• 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
Contact: Kim Kleinitz
230 Nungurner Jetty Road, Nungurner, Victoria, 3909
+61 3 5156 3224
www.jettyroadretreat.com.au
26 GIPPSLAND INTERNATIONAL PRODUCT MANUALTHE 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
Accommodation in Gippsland
• 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
Contact: Chris Banson
1 The Esplanade, Lakes Entrance, Victoria 3909
+61 3 5155 3533
holiday@esplanaderesort.com.au
www.esplanaderesort.com.au
VICTORIA · AUSTRALIA 27BELLEVUE 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
Accommodation in Gippsland
Top Nearby Attractions:
• Explore the Gippsland Lakes
• Take a walk along the majestic 90 Mile Beach
• Cast a line in the Lakes
Contact: Chris Banson
201 The Esplanade, Lakes Entrance, Victoria 3909
+61 3 5155 3055
info@bellevuelakes.com
www.bellevuelakes.com
28 GIPPSLAND INTERNATIONAL PRODUCT MANUALWAVERLEY 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
Accommodation in Gippsland
• Covered barbeque areas
Top Nearby Attractions:
• Explore the Gippsland Lakes
• Visit the 90 Mile Beach
• Try ocean-fresh seafood locally caught
Contact:Jan Davis
205 Palmers Road, Lakes Entrance, Victoria 3909
+61 3 5155 1257
enquiries@waverleyhousecottages.com.au
www.waverleyhousecottages.com.au
VICTORIA · AUSTRALIA 29MCMILLANS 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
Accommodation in Gippsland
• Free wifi
• Games room
• Wildlife lagoon
Top Nearby Attractions:
• Boating from the private marina
• Fishing from the jetty
• Walks by the Gippsland Lakes
Contact: Chris Banson
155 Metung Road, Metung Victoria 3904
+61 3 5156 2283
info@mcmillansofmetung.com.au
www.mcmillansofmetung.com.au
30 GIPPSLAND INTERNATIONAL PRODUCT MANUAL5 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:
Accommodation in Gippsland
• Boating on the Gippsland Lakes
• Fishing from the jetty
• Walks along the Boardwalk
Contact: Chris Banson
42 Metung Road, Metung Victoria 3904
+61 3 5156 2462
info@5knots.com.au
www.5knots.com.au
VICTORIA · AUSTRALIA 31DESTINATION GIPPSLAND Visit Victoria
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