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Secrets of Merimbula Walking Tour
Highlights
- Explore Merimbula's iconic locations while uncovering intriguing stories about its rich history and wildlife.
- Enjoy stunning vistas as you walk through flat terrain, perfect for all fitness levels.
- Discover Merimbula's quirky side with insights from Sam, the area's most experienced guide.
- Experience a small group tour that reveals hidden gems even locals might not know.
Hear some intriguing stories about Merimbula’s history and wildlife with this fascinating two hour
walking tour. Explore some of the iconic locations around Merimbula and enjoy some stunning vistas.
They show you Merimbula’s quirky side and some of the gems! A tour not to be missed. See a side of Merimbula even the locals may not know about.
This tour is suitable for anyone who can walk five kilometres. The walking terrain is flat.
Sam was a National Parks guide for many years and is Merimbula’s most experienced guide.
Itinerary highlights
Origins of Merimbula
Discover the fascinating history and that lies behind the buildings that border the lake in the small town of Merimbula.
Wildlife in Merimbula Lake
As we walk along the lake your expert marine guide can point out some of the marine creatures that inhabit the lake.
Wildlife living around the streets of Merimbula
A Sam walks you along some of the forested lake paths, she will find a few local animals and features of interest.
Bar Beach
We will explore the area around Bar Beach which has one of the best viewpoints along the Sapphire Coast.
Plants of the Far South Coast
As we walk along the bush paths Sam will show you some of our native plants and describe how they are useful for the wildlife and for humans.
Tour details
- On demand
Features
Service facilities
Disabled access available, contact operator for details.
Operation information
Sapphire Nature Tours
Sapphire Nature Tours offer a grand day out for people interested in wildlife and nature as well as the history of the local towns. They only allow a small numbers of clients (up to 10 people) on their tours.
The guide, Sam Nerrie, is the most experienced nature guide on the Far South Coast. She will be delighted to show you some of the secret places and creatures of the Sapphire Coast of NSW and the Wilderness Coast of Victoria. Tours cover Canberra, Merimbula, Eden, Tathra and Mallacoota.
Take some time out to walk and drive through some fabulous scenic places and experience a relaxing day out with nature.
You will be driven to the locations in a mini-bus or van (unless it is the Secrets of Merimbula Walking Tour). Walking is part of all other tours to ensure the full experience however they can certainly cater for people who can’t walk far as well.
Lunch and a drink is supplied on day tours.
Private or larger group tours are also available.
Memberships
- Visitor Information Centre
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