Jervis Bay

Travel Guide
Booderee National Park showing a sandy beach
On the south coast of New South Wales is a fascinating region full of wildlife-spotting opportunities on land and at sea.

With bays, beaches, lagoons and a hinterland of forests and woodlands, Jervis Bay is a great holiday destination if you want to be close to nature. Witness whale migrations, hike along cliff top trails and go on a kayak exploration of inland waterways.

Take advantage of the region’s many hiking and biking routes. Go for a stroll through wetlands and along the coastal paths of Jervis Bay National Park. See if you can spot whales from the Bull Hole lookout. Stroll through the botanic gardens and along the headlands of Booderee National Park. Camp overnight among its mature wooded areas. You may see some of the local wildlife residents, including kangaroos, wallabies, echidnas and wombats.

A good place to base yourself during your tour of Jervis Bay is Huskisson, its largest town. From this oceanfront location you can head out on dolphin and whale watching cruises, fishing tours and scuba diving trips. Among the popular dive sites are the docks and Slot Cave on the northern side of the bay. Experienced divers can dive down to the wreck of a Fairey Firefly, a bomber plane that crashed into the sea in 1956.

If you are into watersports, rent boards and boats and sail and surf along the coast. Venture inland on a guided kayak tour of the Currambene Creek Estuary System.

Where ever you are based in Jervis Bay, you won’t be too far away from a white-sand beach. Swim in the aquamarine waters of Hyams Beach, snorkel at Greenfields Beach and try fishing at Nelsons Beach.

Situated on the south coast of New South Wales, Jervis Bay is 184 kilometres (114 miles) south of Sydney. A pleasant way to arrive is to rent a car in the state capital or nearby Nowra and drive along the coastal highway. You can also catch a train from Sydney to Nowra and travel the rest of the way by bus. Come to Jervis Bay to enjoy wildlife adventures in an area of great natural beauty.

Jervis Bay Motel
Jervis Bay Motel
3 out of 5
41 Owen Street, Huskisson, NSW
The price is €118 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
€118
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Stay at this 3-star motel in Huskisson. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (488 reviews)
"Very nice experience"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2024

Jervis Bay Motel
Jervis Bay Holiday Park
Jervis Bay Holiday Park
3 out of 5
785 Woollamia Road, Woollamia, NSW
The price is €87 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
€87
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly holiday park in Woollamia. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and free water park access. Popular attractions Jervis Bay and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (183 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2024

Jervis Bay Holiday Park
Bay and Basin
Bay and Basin
3 out of 5
4 Paradise Beach Road, Sanctuary Point, NSW
The price is €83 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
€83
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Stay at this 3-star golf motel in Sanctuary Point. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Saint Georges Basin Country ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (129 reviews)
"very comfortable"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2024

Bay and Basin
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Huskisson Holiday Motel Cabins
Huskisson Holiday Motel Cabins
3.5 out of 5
58 Hawke St, Huskisson, NSW
Stay at this 3.5-star cabin in Huskisson. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Jervis Bay and Shark Net Beach are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (211 reviews)
"The cabin was clean and tidy. It had a really comfortable bed with great sheets. The bathroom was small but the towels were really good and the hot water was excellent. It’s located within an easy walk to the beach and the shops. The only downside is that there is a fair bit of traffic going past ..."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2024

Huskisson Holiday Motel Cabins
Jervis Bay Cabins & Hidden Creek Campsite
Jervis Bay Cabins & Hidden Creek Campsite
3 out of 5
55 Goodlands Road, Woollamia, NSW
Stay at this 3-star campground in Woollamia. Enjoy free parking, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Woollamia Nature Reserve and Jervis Bay ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (141 reviews)
"We stayed in cabin 17. it was cute and in a great spot within the bush camp grounds. loved the wildlife all around, the creek running through and waking to the sounds of birds each morning. the lady at the reception was very friendly and helpful. would recommend this place as a great rustic camp ..."

Reviewed on 1 Apr 2024

Jervis Bay Cabins & Hidden Creek Campsite
The Poet’s wife -  Vincentia cosy beach home.
The Poet’s wife - Vincentia cosy beach home.
Vincentia
Stay at this vacation home in Vincentia. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Jervis Bay and Vincentia Golf Club are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)
Wonderful Stay
"Everyone enjoyed the stay.The property was nice and well maintained. All the stuff mentioned in the ad was as expected. Definitely recommend the stay"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2024

The Poet’s wife - Vincentia cosy beach home.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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