The Port Macquarie Hastings region is a destination brimming with an abundance of attractions & beautiful landscapes to explore during your vacation. We have incorporated a few highlights to get you started planning.
TIMBERTOWN
Take a step back in time when you visit Timbertown, a re-creation of a working timber settlement in the late 1800’s to early 1900’s.
Experience an up close and personal encounter with Australian and exotic animals. The 10 acre Koala and wildlife park is home to over 80 species of mammals, reptiles and birds.
Home to one of the world’s largest hedge mazes with over 2000m of pathways, bridges and hedges, making it the perfect place for the family to explore. A stunning architecturally designed native Lilly Pilly hedge maze for the kids and the big kids at heart to explore. Enjoy wine tasting and a cheese platter at the cellar door.
30 minute drive from Moripo, visit the cellar door, take a winery tour, enjoy a horse ride or a fine meal on the deck overlooking the vines at Two Triple Four restaurant.
An easy 15 minute drive from Moripo Park Escape, Wauchope is the closest township. Located on the Hastings River offering a variety of boutique shops, cafes and restaurants.
A scenic 1 hour drive from Moripo via the Comboyne plateau you will find Ellenborough Falls, the tallest single drop waterfall in New South Wales and amongst the tallest in the southern hemisphere.
‘Old Bottlebutt’ is a grand and ancient Red Bloodwood (Corymbia gummifera) tree located in Burrawan State Forest. The largest recorded example of its kind, Old Bottlebutt is unique in shape, its large flared ‘butt’ having a massive girth of more than 16 metres just above its base. At over 200 years old, Old Bottlebutt is a towering and unique attraction. Old Bottlebutt is the main feature on a beautiful 600 metre loop walking track, beginning and ending at the Burrawan picnic area. Old Bottlebutt is a special place, a place to stay and enjoy the sounds of nature.
Situated in the Dooragan National Park, North Brother Mountain offers some of the most accessible, panoramic views on the east coast of Australia. The immediate view is over the magnificent Camden Haven Inlet with the Camden Haven River winding between Queens and Watson Taylors Lakes. Views extend to Crowdy Head in the south and as far as Mount Yarrahappini in the north. The picnic facilities and open lawn area is the perfect place to relax and unwind, while enjoying the view. Easy accessibility makes it a fantastic destination to bring guests and visitors to the region. You will find excellent trails and walks suiting all fitness levels.
Boasting 17 beautiful beaches, a variety of attractions and cool cafes and restaurants. Such as: Seasonal Whale Watching, River cruises, Seaplane, Jetski Hire, SUP Paddle Boarding, Roto House / Koala Hospital, Sea Acres Rainforest Walk
15 minutes scenic drive South West of Moripo Park (1078 Comboyne Road) you will find a quaint little cafe and bar nestled in the foothills of Byabarra. Soak up the sunshine and views over coffee and cake or brunch on the deck.
Open 7 days a week, ten minutes drive North of Port Macquarie call in to Ricardoes. Free farm tours are available showcasing state of the art greenhouses producing high quality hydroponically grown tomatoes & Strawberries. Taste the 8 varieties of tomatoes grown or experience the pleasure of picking your own plump, luscious strawberries. Enjoy a meal at the Big Red Cafe & purchase some take home goodies from the shop.
Private charter your own helicopter to just about anywhere. Arrange a pick up from Moripo for lunch wherever your heart desires. Contact the crew at Affinity Aviation to customise your package.
