Whether you’re planning a road trip or just a quick weekend away, Moruya is the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of city life for some amazing adventures.
Moruya is a lovely destination on NSW’s South Coast – about 305 km south of Sydney and 175 km southeast of Canberra. While known for its granite stone used in public landmarks such as the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Moruya also offers a wide variety of attractions and activities for visitors of all stripes. Read on for five amazing adventures you can experience in Moruya, NSW.
Get a birds-eye view of Moruya
There’s nothing like taking in the scenery from high in the sky to gain a new perspective on the world. South Coast Seaplanes offers multiple tours that will take you along unspoilt beaches, out over nearby islands, or up into the mountains for views of Tuross Falls. They even offer a package for a Gourmet Picnic by Seaplane, with a flight along the beautiful Eurobodalla coastline and a meal in a secluded location prepared from local ingredients. This unique adventure is an opportunity to see the South Coast as you’ve never seen it before.
Time to check one adventure off the bucket list
If you prefer your adventures to be a little more death-defying, then you won’t want to miss out on the thrill of a lifetime while skydiving over Moruya. SkyDive Oz offers packages for tandem jumps, perfect for beginners who are just looking to give the sport a try. And for those more serious thrill-seekers, they also offer multiple packages to get your ‘A’ license and be able to skydive on your own. Already have your license? Then check out the sport skydiving packages, which include options with or without gear rental. Head on over to the SkyDive Oz Facebook page to see what all the fuss is about!
Have a great day out at the Moruya races
There’s a large group of horse trainers in the area surrounding Moruya, with upwards of 100 horses in training at any given time. With the number of racehorses who call the region home, it’s no wonder that the Moruya Jockey Club hosts multiple races each year, including the upcoming Narooma Cup and Moruya Cup. The course has a lovely grassed area for outdoor viewing, perfect for packing in a picnic to enjoy as you watch the races. They also offer an undercover area with a full bar and independent food vendors. Pop on over to the Moruya Jockey Club Facebook page for the most up-to-date information from the track.
Pick up your paddle for a kayaking adventure
For the avid kayakers among us, the Moruya River offers multiple avenues for exploring the region. You can follow the Moruya Kayaking Trail – East which is a 14 km round trip east along the river, launching from either the North Head campgrounds or the Moruya boat ramp. Then there is the Moruya Kayaking Trail – West a 12 km paddle entering the river at the Moruya boat ramp and taking you out towards Deau National Park. For more information about unofficial kayaking activities in the region, check out the Eurobodalla Kayakers paddling calendar.
Spend a day at the beach in Moruya
Last, but certainly not least, take a day to explore the beautiful beaches just down the river from Moruya along the NSW South Coast. A day of sun, sand, and water is the perfect way to cap off your holiday. For a day of relaxation, you can lounge about sunbaking or take a stroll along the sand. Or, if you have some energy to burn, swimming, surfing, or snorkeling are just the ticket. Bengello Beach is on the north side of the river, not far from the Moruya North Head Campground, which is close to the charming central township of Moruya. Fishing fans flock here as the mouth of the Moruya River meets the ocean at the heads, which creates perfect tidal currents, shoals and channels that all attract a diverse array of of fish species including morwong, snapper, trevally, pigfish, ocean perch, flathead and leatherjackets.
The campground is a remote site, but this means plenty of private sites to set up and enjoy the serenity, and due to the low light pollution, the stars at night. The camping area has toilet and cold shower facilities, firewood top purchase, and town water is available on site.
How to get to Moruya
Rex Airlines has multiple daily flights from Sydney to Moruya via two routes, one direct and the other through Merimbula. See the map below for details on how to travel to Moruya and book your flight here.
If you enjoyed this read please check out more of our articles about the region with three perfect days on the NSW South Coast and seven stunning swim spots of NSW. Also, to find even more Things to Do in Moruya visit the Eurobodalla Coast Tourism site.
