Attractions and Activities
Attractions
Huskisson Bayside Resort overlooks stunning Jervis Bay Marine Park. The water is crystal clear and is home to some of the world’s most wonderful marine life. Jervis Bay is home to around 80 bottle-nosed dolphins all year round, fairy penguins and seals live in the bay during the summer months. The gracious humpback whales delight visitors with their displays during their migration route up and down the south coast of Australia. They can often be seen in the calmer waters of Jervis Bay.
The diversity of the Jervis Bay invites beach lovers from all over the world. From the white sands of Hyams Beach to Collingwood Beach and Greenfields Beach.
Booderee National Park and Jervis Bay host some of the finest wildlife including Kookaburras, Kangaroos, Wallabies, Echidnas, Rainbow Lorikeets, Crimson Rosellas, King Parrots – just to name a few. Possums, Bandicoots, Sugar Gliders, and many more native animals.
Caves Beach in Booderee National Park in the right conditions is ideal for surfing enthusiasts, BBQ’s and facilities situated close by. The sparkling waters house some of the best dive sites on the coast of NSW, with underwater caves and rock stacks with a marine population that includes Gropers, Seadragons, majestic Stingrays, and placid Port Jackson sharks.
Activities
Some great activities to check out in the local area:
- Kayaking
- Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP)
- Fishing Adventures
- Cycling
- Bush Walking
- Dolphin, Whale and Eco watching tours
- Sailing
- Kite and windsurfing
- Scuba diving and snorkeling
- Horse riding
- Paintball
- Golf and Minigolf
- Children’s Indoor Entertainment
- Shoalhaven Zoo
- Park and playground
- Surfing
- Ten Pin Bowling
Jervis Bay Maritime Museum is home to The Lady Denman ferry and houses a historic selection of permanent and temporary exhibits.
Events
The Bay Games – Jervis Bay
The Bay Games is Australia’s premier Functional Fitness Festival where the fittest everyday athletes and teams from around Australia travel to Jervis Bay in NSW to showcase the heart and dedication required to compete.
Husky Half Running Festival
Get ready for the annual Husky Half Running Festival with the ever-popular Husky Half Marathon in August. It is sure to be another crowd pleaser – a flat, fast course on the scenic shores of Jervis Bay at White Sands Beach.
Shimano Ultimate Husky Triathlon Festival
The Shimano Ultimate Husky Triathlon Festival has grown to become one of Australia’s most loved Long Course events. Along with the Long Course race, there’s an action-packed program that includes Sprint and Super Sprint distance.
Huskisson Market
The Huskisson Market is a monthly market with something for everyone, right in the heart of the seaside town. They are held on the sporting ground adjacent to the Huskisson Bowling Club, on the second Sunday of each month.
You can explore events in and around our beautiful Jervis Bay area by contacting Visit NSW or the Jervis Bay Visitor Information Centre at Jervis Bay Maritime Museum.
South Coast Soul Festival
They’re passionate about a few things. The Earth, The Yoga Tradition, Genuine Human Connection and assisting in your Growth and Development. South Coast Soul Festival is a life event. They don’t care about the new range of yoga pants, how long you can hold your handstand or who has the greatest social media following. They want to know what get’s you out of bed in the morning, what thoughts follow you to sleep at night, which beliefs place a limitation on your capacity for growth, and what you plan on doing with this life? SCSF isn’t just for yoga teachers. It’s for students, non-yogi’s, creatives, seekers, men, women, the LGBTQ community, the ‘old’, the ‘young’. It’s an event for the open-minded, the curious, the hopeful, the doers, the feelers, the thinkers, the dreamers.
They’re an all inclusive event. Their guest list and their ticket holders will practice, laugh, breath, eat, sing, dance, learn, experience and grow alongside each other. Bring your guitar, poetry, hula hoop, art, creative writing, voice, heart, lungs, beautiful mind, and smiling face to South Coast Soul Festival 2019.
Explore Our Favourite Kid-Friendly & Family Beaches
Cooler weather means unspoilt, uncrowded beaches and it’s a great time to head to the coast. During the winter months, the coastline quietens down a lot and you might even find yourself at a beach without another person in sight. Pack a picnic, grab the kids and take advantage of the cooler weather and fewer crowds.