Circa4.5 hours north of Sydney lies the holiday hot spot in Hastings region
famously known as Port Macquarie. Sun drenched beaches, rain forests,
scenic hinterland, antique shops, galleries and the ability to engage in
myriad of outdoor fun has made this area one of the most popular
holiday destinations in the north coast of New South Wales, Australia.
Though holiday accommodation is plenty you are advised to book one of
the holiday accommodation in Port Macquarie like a caravan park in Port Macquarie or a resort in Flynns Beach before you head here.
Swim, surf, kayak, go fishing, boating, bush walk in the rainforests,
go on a dolphin cruise, enjoy hand gliding and taste the fresh seafood
in one of the outdoor cafes, visit the many historic sites including the
Port Macquarie Historic Museum…………. things to do are endless when you
are here. You and your children will love a visit to the Koala Hospital
in Port Macquarie open seven days of the week. Watch volunteers taking
care of the sick and injured koalas and arrive between 7.30am and 3pm if
you love to see these cute creatures being fed.
When you are in here, obtain information on things to do from the
tourist information centre in the city shopping precinct. You may enjoy
an Aboriginal guided coastal walk and a walk to the Tracking Point
Lighthouse at the northern end of the Lighthouse Beach. This lighthouse
among the oldest in Australia is in a spot which offer stunning views of
the east coastal fringe.
BillabongZoo is yet another place where you will see koalas and a variety of
wild animals including snow leopards in captivity as well as reptiles
and birds. Billabong Zoo is a world famous breeding centre of koalas.
If you plan your visit to coincide with the fourth Saturday of the
month, you have timed well to attend the Hastings Farmer’s Markets where
you can collect some of the fresh local produce.
There are plenty of thrills for bushwalkers too. Walks in Wilsons
River Reserve, Boorganna Reserve and the walking trails up to Rawson
Falls Lookout are known to be truly enjoyable. While the beaches along
the whole coastal stretch of Port Macquarie is spectacular, many
holidaymakers patronize the ever popular Flynns Beach.
There are events taking place throughout the year in Port Macquarie.
The popular events are the music festival known as the Festival Of The
Sun taking place in December, Iron Man Australia Triathlon in May, Big
Band Music Blast in June, Australian Formula Powerboat Grandprix in July
and the Australian Surf Festival held in August.
While year round comfortable weather makes Port Macquarie a much
loved holiday hot spot any time of the year, during summer holidays the
region is packed with visitors who want to enjoy part of this paradise.
You too should book one of the motels in Port Macquarie
or one of the holiday cabins in Port Macquarie to have some fun in
Hastings region. North coast accommodation can be booked online by clicking here (select NSW as the state and north coast as the region for your search).
