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Merimbula
Merimbula is the nicest town on the south coast and it is a popular spot for holidaymakers from Victoria and Canberra. It has nice beaches that are good for fishing, surfing and swimming. Whales can be seen off the coast (Oct-Nov).
Practical information
Merimbula Visitor Information Centre
Beach Street, Merimbula
Tel (02) 6495 1129
Website www.sapphirecoast.com.au
Open 9am-4.30pm daily
Coming & going
Rex has daily flights from Merimbula Airport to Melbourne and Sydney. Buses 790, 791 and 792 run into town from the airport but services are infrequent and it is usually easier to just walk the 25 minutes to the YHA hostel. The bus from the airport into the town centre costs $2.70.
Buses run to Melbourne, Sydney and Canberra and stop at the Caltex service station on the Princes Highway.
Local transport
Deanes Buslines run local bus services in Merimbula with buses to neighbouring towns including Bega, Eden and Pambula. Most bus fares within Merimbula cost between $1.80 and $3.40.
Hostel accommodation
Wandarrah Lodge YHA
8 Marine Parade, Merimbula
Tel (02) 6495 3503
