Kiama to Shoalhaven

Friendly people, a laid-back way of life, bountiful fresh produce and rich local culture combined with its many idyllic natural attractions make the Shoalhaven an irresistible holiday destination on the NSW South Coast.

Whether you’re after a rejuvenating, refreshing break, an activity-packed family holiday or a quiet romantic escape, our region offers it all.

Water-lovers are spoilt for choice with a wealth of lakes and inlets, great surf beaches, excellent tidal and beach fishing, boating and watersports. Nature enthusiasts can enjoy some excellent bushwalks with an abundance of native flora and fauna to discover.

Rich in local culture, the Shoalhaven’s many annual food, wine and arts festivals and events have become popular reasons to getaway to the South Coast. A wander through our colourful weekend markets is also a popular pastime, often after a leisurely Sunday brunch.

Foodies love the range of fresh produce farmed and harvested locally including delectable seafood, market garden produce, wine, dairy, coffee and olive oil.

Taste the region’s fine wines at Coolangatta Estate and other great wineries of the area.
Fly into aviation history at the Fleet Air Arm Museum in Nowra.
Watch the dolphins and whales play at Jervis Bay.
Visit Hyams Beach in Jervis Bay, officially one of the whitest sand beaches in the world.
Hire a boat and go fishing at Sussex Inlet.
Browse through the artist galleries of Bawley Point and Milton.
Eat fish and chips on the wharf at Ulladulla.
Walk over the historic Hampden Suspension Bridge in Kangaroo Valley.
Stop at the beautiful Murramarang National Park which offers coastal camping and great walks.
Visit Pebbly Beach and get close to the friendly Eastern Grey Kangaroos.
Explore the boutique shops of Berry, followed by a well earned coffee in one of the many trendy cafes.
Don’t go past the Shoalhaven’s fresh seafood, renowned for their oysters.