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Eden to Merimbula Tour: Wetlands, Wildlife & Coastline
Highlights
- Explore diverse wildlife habitats along the Sapphire Coast, connecting with nature in an immersive and intimate way.
- Journey through stunning coastal landscapes, capturing breathtaking scenery perfect for photography enthusiasts.
- Uncover the region's rich history and conservation efforts with expert local guides sharing their knowledge.
- Enjoy a family-friendly experience designed to reveal hidden gems away from the crowds on this full-day adventure.
Explore the Wild Side of the Eden & Merimbula
Looking for an unforgettable Eden to Merimbula Tour? Our full-day Eden to Merimbula tour is perfect for cruise guests eager to make the most of their time on land. Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the Sapphire Coast on this 5-hour guided adventure through diverse wildlife habitats and stunning coastal landscapes. Led by expert local guides, you’ll journey through rich ecosystems where land meets water, uncovering the stories of the region’s history, geology, and conservation efforts. With breathtaking scenery at every turn, this tour offers an intimate and immersive way to connect with the wild heart of Australia’s southern coastline. This experience is designed for those who love nature, photography, and discovering hidden gems away from the crowds.
Itinerary highlights
Eden’s Main Street:
Departing the port of Eden you will drive to the top of town and through the main street of this quaint little town.
Eden Rotary Lookout
Spectacular views across Twofold Bay and its historic landmarks, stunning nature and whales.
Potoroo Palace Wildlife Sanctuary
Get up close with adorable potoroos, kangaroos and other native Australian animals at this renowned wildlife sanctuary.
Panboola Wetlands Exploration
Discover the rich biodiversity of Panboola Wetlands, a haven for native flora and fauna.
Pinnacles
Witness the dramatic red rock formations of the Pinnacles, offering panoramic coastal views.
Tour details
- On demand
Features
Service facilities
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
General access
- Offers multiple options for booking – web, email, phone is available.
- Offers a range of contact methods for receiving complaints.
- Staff are trained in disability awareness.
- Accessibility information and photos, including of a bathroom, room and/or floor plan on their website (can be emailed on request).
- Asks all visitors if there are any specific needs to be met.
- Advise tour guides of the access needs of guests at the time of booking (includes pick up and drop off requirements)
- Assistance with booking arrangements (includes providing clear itineraries with written instructions on what to do at various destinations)
Communication
Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
- Staff are trained in communicating with people with learning or behavioural challenges.
Vision
Caters for people who are blind or have vision loss.
- Staff are trained in customer service for people with vision loss (training would incorporate way finding and communicating with people with vision loss).
Hearing
Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss.
- Staff are trained in communicating with people who are deaf or have hearing loss.
Physical – Mobility
Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
Allergies and intolerances
Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.
- Modify their cooking and cleaning practices to cater for people with food allergies or chemical intolerances (could include menus with meals free from: nuts, dairy, seafood, eggs, gluten etc).
- Staff are trained to respond to allergic reactions.
- Complies with The Food Authority requirements for allergy management in food preparation.
Access & Inclusion
An access and inclusion statement is available on the business website.
- https://navigateexpeditions.com/accessible-tours/
Operation information
Navigate Expeditions
Navigate Expeditions offers immersive, regenerative travel experiences for the environmentally conscious traveller. Currently offering bushwalking, kayaking, mountain biking and speciality tours on the far South Coast of New South Wales.
Their day tours include, ‘Kayak and Shuck’ experience, gentle kayaking on the vibrant turquoise water inside the calm estuary of Pambula River and an Oyster shucking class with Broadwater Oysters. They run kayak tours on the Bega, Bermagui, Merimbula, Pambula Rivers and walking nature tours in Mimosa Rocks National Park and Beowa National Park (formerly Ben Boyd National Park). They can also cater for any other specialist tours for private groups such as gourmet food, wellness, art, photography, birding and accessible tours.
They offer multi-day, small group, all-inclusive, nature tours based out of Tanja Lagoon Camp, Green Cape Lighthouse, yambulla and customisable private tours for small groups.
Navigate Expeditions have achieved Advanced Ecotourism certification and Climate Action Business certification with Ecotourism Australia. The ECO Certification program certifies tourism products with a primary focus on nature. It assures travellers that certified products are backed by a strong, well-managed commitment to sustainable practices and provides high-quality nature-based tourism experiences. They placed silver at the New South Wales Tourism Business Awards in the ‘new tourism business category’.
Please visit the website for more information or to book in.
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Accreditations
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Climate Action Business Certified by Ecotourism Australia
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ECO Certified (Advanced Ecotourism) by Ecotourism Australia
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EcoStar Accreditation
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Quality Tourism Accreditation
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Sustainable Tourism Accreditation by ATIC
Memberships
- Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
- Visitor Information Centre
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