Forthose who love nature the East Gippsland terrain of Victoria is a
wonderful place to explore. While the area boasts the largest remaining
temperate rainforests in Victoria, it is also home to national parks
and coastal parks which sums up to ten in total. These parks are home to
various marine and wild life as well as rare birds. The waters are a
playground for dolphins, seals and the majestic whales during late
autumn. In this article we will look at Gipsy Point and Mallacoota and
attractions during your holidays in these two quaint villages. Book East
Gippsland holiday accommodation such as one of the Mallacoota holiday rentals, one of the motels or hotels in Mallacoota or in Gipsy Point when it is time to travel.
Gipsy Point is a village situated at the fringe of
Croajingolong National Park. This place is ideal for boating, fishing,
bird watching and bushwalking in such peaceful and tranquil settings.
This is a wonderful place to enjoy a picnic along the watchers edge. You
will notice the White Bellied Sea Eagles circling the skies in the area
ever so often and watch out for the pretty Azure Kingfisher spotted
often in this area.
Scenic village known as Mallacoota at the eastern
edge of Victoria is yet another coastal paradise which needs to be
explored. The quaint village is surrounded with bushland, pretty
secluded beaches and many waterways ideal for sailing, boating and
fishing. Come over here and your family holidays could include
waterskiing, snorkeling and relaxed walks soaking the beauty of natural
surroundings.
Let us see what you can do while holidaying in Gipsy Point or Mallacoota.- For those who are active should climb the Genoa Peak
for stunning views of Mallacoota Inlet and the surrounding national
parks. There are several not so hectic family walks which you can try
during your holidays. During your walks keep an eye for the cute Koalas
who may be resting on top of the eucalypt trees. - Take a walk around Shipwreck Creek. Enjoy the display of wild flowers in spring and the stunning views up to Gabo Island and Howe Range.
- Try the walking tracks near the Wingan Inlet which takes you past rock pools, fern gullies and Wingan River rapids.
- Take the scenic Fly Cove Walking Track which offer pretty views of Fly Cove and skerries which are rock islands inhabited by Australian and New Zealand Fur Seals.
- If you are an experienced hiker the one hundred kilometer Wilderness Coastal Walk
from Wonboyn in NSW to Sydenham Inlet in Croajingolong National Park
which takes you through beaches, coastal estuaries, heathlands and rocky
terrain is just ideal for you. This scenic hike should be tried only by
experienced and well equipped hikers due to its remoteness and the
rugged terrain.
