Coffs Coast
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Coffs Coast is centred around the sub-tropical city of Coffs Harbour, about halfway between Sydney and Brisbane. The landscape ranges from sub-alpine mountains (Alt 1562 m) at Point Lookout with snow gums and alpine grasses to sub-tropical World Heritage and National Park rainforest. This diverse environment is home to native marsupials like Sugar Gliders, Eastern Grey kangaroo, Lyrebirds and White Bellied sea eagles. Humpback whales also pass the coast yearly. While cool to crisp in the mountains, the coast and hinterland valleys enjoy one of Australia’s most liveable environments with a sub-tropical climate.
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Coffs Coast info
Population: Approx 65,000
Time Zone: GMT +10
Daylight saving start: 28th October, 2007
Daylight saving end: 6th April, 2008
Languages: English (official)
Currency: Australian dollar ($) Order your travelers cheques and cash here through our partner AMEX.
Electricity: 220 – 240v 50Hz
Coffs Coast Climate
Coffs Harbour boasts the most temperate climate in Australia which ranges from an average of about 26°C in summer to about 18°C in winter
Coffs Coast Airport
Name: Coffs Harbour airport
Address: Airport Dve, Coffs Harbour, NSW, 2450
Distance to city: 3 Kms
Opening Hours: Virgin Blue desks are manned 1.5 hrs before & 30 min after flight departure, during which times staff are available to process bookings and changes.
Coffs Coast Transport
Car hire: Exclusive Europcar partner rates for all Virgin Blue, Pacific Blue and Polynesian Blue guests.
Taxi: 5-10 minute journey time – Cost approx $10 - $15.
Bus: Most Hotels and resorts will offer a shuttle bus service
Parking: Short and long term parking available at the airport
Don’t forget your travel insurance!!
| Whale Watching at Coffs Harbour
Join our whale watching tour in Coffs Harbour, it truely is the best spot for viewing whales in their element. Coffs Harbour is the best location in Australia for sighting and cruising with the magnificent humpback whales on their annual breeding migration and by far the best value. |
Tandem Skydive Over Coffs Harbour
Skydive and experience up to 50 seconds of free-fall time over one of the most picturesque locations on the Australian Coastline. You'll spend up to eight minutes floating over Coffs Harbour and taking in the magnificent views. Great staff, great views and simply the best adrenaline rush. |
Surfing Classes in Coffs Harbour
Surfing is one of the most incredible sports and lifestyles you can enjoy. There is no feeling so exhilarating as catching your first wave, or experiencing your longest ride or pulling off a hot manoeuvre. With our classes, we ensure you will have a positive and safe time in the surf. |
| Bongil Bongil Kayak Tour Journey with us into nature, kayaking the waters of the Bongil Bongil National Park. Encompass an array of rich and diverse plant and animal communities, with unspoiled beaches, wetlands, littoral rainforest and pristine estuaries. It's time to reconnect with nature. |
Scuba Dive- Fish Rock Cave
Daily Scuba Dives to Fish Rock Cave Fish Rock Cave presents a truly unique experience for divers. The thrill of entering a 125 metre long cave and travelling right through the centre of a small island with an amazing array of marine life, is one dive that you will not want to miss. |
Surfrafting Morning Tour
This unique Australian adventure activity has you surfing the waves in 12' rafts with plenty of 'thrills and spills'. Paddle out through the surf onto the cresting waves for a ride of a lifetime back to the beach - most times (you do get a little swimming practice at times!) |
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Novotel Pacific Bay Resort
Luxury resort occupying 40 hectares including a secluded and picturesque beach front only 3 km from the centre of Coffs Harbour. Facilities include restaurant, bar, kids club, billiard room, gymnasium, squash and tennis courts, 9 hole par 3 golf course, 3 heated swimming pools and resort store. Address: Cnr Pacific Highway and Bay Drive Double room: From $179 (resort Room) 1 Bedroom Spa Suite: From $229 |
Nautilus Beachfront Villas
Set on nine tropically landscaped acres with beach frontage this resort has been designed for privacy and comfort. A large range of facilities are available to guests: 3 swimming pools, indoor and outdoor spas, exercise cabana with ocean views, tennis courts and children’s playground. Comprehensive Day Spa facilities. Address: Pacific Highway North |
Aussitel Backpackers
Great value for money purpose built accommodation house located near the Jetty area close to cafés, shops, pubs and the international marina. The beach is an easy 7 minute walk away. Facilities include heated pool, table tennis and pool tables, games area and planned social activities every night. Guests have use of free fishing gear, canoes, bikes, boogie boards, golf and tennis equipment and push bikes. Address: 312 Harbour Drive Double room: From $60 |
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Sebel Aqualuna Beach Resort
Set on the picturesque sands of Sapphire Beach this luxury resort offers 1, 2 and 3 bedroom spacious villas. Most villas have their own private spa. Al Fresco Restaurant and bar, swimming pool, children’s wading pool, tennis court, gymnasium, BBQ beach hut and picnic areas, boardgames and book selection and tour booking facility. Address: 840 Pacific Highway Double room: From $149 |
Quality Inn City Centre
Only 300 m to the city centre this hotel delivers on service. Free cable TV including FOX sports and two movie channels, pool and BBQ area. Address: 22 Elizabeth Street Double room: From $130 |
Plantation Hotel
A friendly comfortable hostel style accommodation close to the city with double rooms may be booked on request. Good value within a complex housing restaurants and bars. Address: 88 Grafton Street Double room: From $65 |
| Where to Shop | Where to Eat |
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There is a range of shopping experiences within and surrounding the city of Coffs Harbour. The Park Beach Plaza, just off the Pacific Highway in Coffs Harbour is the largest regional shopping centre between Newcastle and the Gold Coast. Open seven days a week it has around 120 shops – including national chain stores, exclusive boutiques, supermarkets and services such as Australia Post and banks – and a 250 seat food court. There is free parking with no time limits. Within the city centre on Harbour Drive, is the Palms Shopping Centre, which also has a large range of stores from supermarkets to specialty stores. This is Coffs Harbour’s main thoroughfare and retail area. |
Restaurants Saltwater (Seafood) Address: 104 Fiddaman No. 2 Oak Street (a la Carte) Address: 2 Oak Street Bellingen Cafes Cocoa Homewares and Café Open 7 days from 8am. Address: Shop 36 Harbour Drive Bars Plantation Hotel Address: 88 Grafton Street (Pacific Highway). |
