Batemans Bay Bateman's Bay

The Bateman's Bay area on the South Coast of New South Wales is a holiday mecca for tourists all year round. The South Coast's temperate climate affords a comfortable and relaxing stay at any time of the year.

Bateman's Bay is located an easy 3 hour drive from Sydney and 1 from Canberra. Being located at the juncture of a river and the ocean, Bateman's Bay is, not surprisingly, popular with boat, rock, river, beach and bank fishers.

The Clyde River (Bhundoo to the local Aboriginal people) begins its journey 125km from Bateman's Bay in rugged mountain areas to the north. Clyde River Houseboats offer a unique south coast accommodation alternative.

Cruise the Clyde River from Bateman's Bay via Nelligen to the upper reaches just short of Shallow Crossing. Relax and enjoy the scenic views along this famous South Coast NSW river as you pass by majestic New South Wales State Forests and National Parks.

Get away from the crowd and discover the intrigues of the many secluded estuaries & river beaches found along the way. You may even meet local fishing legend Lindsay Bond along the way, who will tell you tales about the area and give you some insider's fishing tips.

Make sure you try Sydney Rock Oysters, generally regarded as the ultimate in oysters, and with its clean water the Clyde River produces the best anywhere!

And a must-see when visiting Bateman's Bay is Birdland Animal Park which has a huge collection of Australian native birds, an animal nursery, duck ponds, waterfalls as well as the Birdsville Express train where you can ride through 3 hectares of parkland.

Further Information:

Clyde River Houseboats- Houseboat hire from: $550 eight-berth houseboat, 3 night's weekend hire OR 4 night's midweek hire. Prices correct at 16/6/07. Subject to fluctuation. Conditions apply.

Straight Up Kayaks- Two Islands kayak tour from $45 a person. Includes equipment & guide: www.straightupkayaks.com.au. Prices correct at 16/6/07. Subject to fluctuation. Conditions apply.