WHERETOSTAY
WERRI WISH BEACH HOUSE: This three-bedroom
house is just seconds from Werri Beach, making
it perfect for observing the ocean. A full kitchen
enables you to cook up the treats you collected
at the farmers market. visitnsw.com/stayinkiama
SEACLIFF HOUSE: Looking for accommodation
for a special event? This beautiful house and venue
will more than fit the bill. visitnsw.com/stayinkiama
KIAMA COAST HOLIDAY PARKS: These
six parks are the stuff of nostalgic childhood
memories. Cabins and campsites make them
an affordable place to bed down while you
explore the region. visitnsw.com/stayinkiamaPERHAPS BEST KNOWN for the
eponymous charming seaside town of
Kiama and its crowd-drawing blowhole, this
stunning region actually includes Kiama
Downs, Gerringong, Gerroa, Jamberoo,
and Minnamurra. A retreat for surfers,
beachcombers, and weekenders alike,
this region is equally endowed with good
waves, great walks and a vibrant hub.
Lush, rolling hills that lead to plunging
cliffs pummelled relentlessly by white,
frothy waves is just a taste of the breath-
taking landscapes you’ll find on the
22-kilometre Kiama Coast Walk. You
needn’t tackle the full length in one go,
simply walk a section at a time. Or if you’re
feeling particularly adventurous, take
your time and detour from the path to
explore inviting, near-empty beaches.
If watching the ocean has stirred
a need for you to duck dive under the
waves, head to one of the region’s enviable
beaches for a surf. Kiama is blessed with
excellent surf breaks, but arguably, the
best is Werri Beach in Gerringong. If
you’re travelling with kids in tow, head to
Kiama’s main beach, Surf Beach, which
offers both great waves, but also a parkland
and playground to occupy little ones.
True surfers love winter for the clear
water and less-populated breaks. There’s no
better time of year to experience this love for
yourself and learn the skill while there’s less
people to witness your first attempt. Learn to
surf with one of the area’s reputable schools
and you’ll be an (almost) pro come summer.If you’re not ready to venture off the
shoreline, pop your beanie and some trail mix
in your backpack and head to Minnamurra
Rainforest Centre in Budderoo National
Park. Learn about the wildlife that call the
rainforest home in the award-winning visitor
centre, follow the elevated walkways that
wind through the deep-green foliage, and
stop to inhale the earthy scent of the forest.
Whether you’ve been surfing or walking,
you’ll likely be ravenous. Luckily, the Kiama
region is a bountiful food bowl brimming
with seafood, seasonal produce, craft beer
and wine. Head to Black Beach’s growers
market on the fourth Saturday of each
month, or to Surf Beach each Wednesday
for the farmers market. With a lively bar and
dining scene and plenty of live music on offer,
you’ll not be left wanting for entertainment.CLOCKWISE FROM
TOP: The legendary (and
faithful) Kiama Blowhole;
Werri Beach wave-rider,
south of Kiama; Bountiful
Kiama Farmers Markets;
Paddling along the mighty
Minnamurra River.In partnership with Destination NSWKiama