The United Nations voted Coffs Harbour the 'Most Liveable City' recently, capped off by the CSRIO's award as the best year-round climate. The average summer temeprature of 26 degrees centigade and winter temperature of 18 degrees, coupled with the fact that this is the only place on the entire East Coast of Australia where the Great Dividing range meets the sea, makes for a unique holiday destination.
Half the Coffs Coast region is covered by forest, perfect for exploring and for picnics year-round. The mountain formation cradling the beach is unique in that spectacular rainforest waterfall walks at Dorrigo are just 30 minutes drive from the Coast.
Across to the Pacific Ocean you'll discover the protected Solitary Island Marine Park, with boat trips to take in the passing whales as they migrate annually. Get under the big blue and you'll discover some great snorkelling or diving spots, just a few metres off the beaches or take a day trip out to South Solitary Island itself.
Yes, there is plenty of fish to find, off the breaks, in estuaries and even through deep sea fishing charters which operate from Coffs Harbour.
51 kilometres of beaches stretch across the glorious Coffs Coast, with protected harbour beaches and renowned surf breaks.
Foodies will love the Coffs Coast, with several exciting dining precincts emering in recent years - in Coffs Harbour Jetty, the Coffs Harbour Promenade and Sawtell Village, all just minutes from the Sanddunes Beach Houses. For a city-style casual cuisine or coffee, try Cocoa in the City Centre or... at the Marina. You're spoilt for choice.
If you're a culture vulture, you can't go past a 30 minute trip to the scenic farming district of Bellingen, with the historical and fully restored Hammond & Wheatley Emporium and Federal Hotel lining the main street. Or you could simply stop by the John Gordon Gallery, Bluebord Books or City Gallery in Coffs Harbour to see the best of local and international talent.
For the active, horseriding, skydiving, 4WD Adventure Touring, sea-kayaking, jet boating, white water rafting are all on the menu for your selection.
