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Five best things to do at Wilsons Promontory for 2023

Loved for its sublime beaches, poetic walks and dizzying panoramas, Eden's poster child has oodles of places to make your heart swell a size.

By news@gippsland - 28th August 2023 - Back to News

It's hard to believe so much beauty could be packed into one small peninsula. Forming the southernmost tip of mainland Australia, "The Prom" is just 2.5 hours' drive southeast of Melbourne. It's the place where mountain slopes with lashings of granite boulders meet crystal clear waters.

Wilsons Promontory embraced for its breathtaking beaches, enchanting trails, and awe-inspiring vistas, this beloved gem of Eden offers an abundance of locations that can truly tug at your heartstrings

A place of resplendent beaches, wildlife and coastal wanders. Of sunsets and starry skies. Of camping and splashing and beach cricket. You could spend a few weeks uncovering the delights of The Prom - and you wouldn't be disappointed doing so - but if we just have to narrow it down to the Big 5, here's our pick.

Explore Wilsons Promontory National Park's stunning granite coast and wilderness on the 2.5-hour cruise using innovative amphibious boats for comfort and safety

Pennicott wilderness

Claim to fame

See The Prom from the sea

Why we love it

Pennicott's Wilsons Promontory Cruise will take you to some of the most incredible spots, getting up close and personal to the best wildlife The Prom has to offer. Stare at some ancient granite cliffs, see Mt Oberon from the ocean, then meet the local seal population.

Pennicott Wilderness Journeys use custom built amphibious boats so that you're cruising the crystalline waters of the Prom in comfort and safety. You'll get your money's worth - the 2.5 hour cruise includes the jaw-dropping Skull Rock, the Glennies, Anderson Islets and Anser Island. Cruises depart from the beach at Tidal River.

For more information, visit Wilsons Promontory cruises page.

Fill your thermos with hot coffee and venture up this trail for a rewarding sunrise experience, making the early wake-up worthwhile

Views from Mt Oberon

Claim to fame

A fairy king mountain with Shakespearean drama

Why we love it

Nothing can prepare you for the majesty of this mountain. Named after the king of the fairies from Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream, Mt Oberon offers 360-degree views of the Prom that are fit for royalty - and just a bit magical.

The walk to the summit will take you at least two hours, but we promise that it's worth it. Prepare for a heart stopping view as you reach the top, featuring turquoise waters and picturesque islands. But fair warning: it will be difficult to leave.

For more information, visit Mt Oberon Summit Walk page.

Don't forget your underwater camera; the water clarity here is exceptional, confident swimmers and surfers favour this spacious beach, which rarely feels congested

Squeaky beach

Claim to fame

Utter perfection in a beach

Why we love it

This place is so perfect it might ruin all other beaches for you. Squeaky Beach earned its name from the sound of the sand under your feet. As you walk down to the cerulean water, you'll notice weathered granite boulders, and perhaps spot a couple of surfers out at sea. Make sure you pack a pair of sunnies to protect your eyes from the glare of the sun on the pristine sand and turquoise water. This is the kind of place that you'll dream about on long days in the office.

For more information, visit the Squeaky Beach page.

Join Offshore Surf School for group surfing lessons, from beginners to intermediates, we offer safety, authentic surfing, and big smiles!

Offshore surf school

Claim to fame

Adrenaline of the surf, or serenity of the river

Why we love it

Not sure about you, but learning to surf has always been on our bucket list. Here's your chance to learn how to crest the waves in spectacular, ancient scenery. You can also explore the scenic Tidal River on a stand up paddleboard. These affordable surfing and paddleboarding lessons are taught by the crew at Offshore Surf School who have been doing this for over 20 years - so you'll be in good hands.

For more information, visit Offshore Surf School page.

Explore the resilient, windswept coastal bush, a stunning haven for wildlife, ascend to Tongue Point for panoramic views of nature's beauty

Fairy Cove

Claim to fame

Walk along the edge of the world

Why we love it

We almost don't want to tell you about this one. The Tongue Point Walk will take you through some of the most untouched scenery at the Prom, atop dramatic cliffs. A side track takes you to Fairy Cove, the hidden gem in Wilsons Prom's crown. Fairy Cove is home to sparkling waters and boulders so smooth it will look like they were arranged by hand.

For more information, visit Tongue Point page.

Pictures from Visit Gippsland website.

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