Exploring the Coastal Fantastic thing about Yamba, Australia
Photographing dawn, mountain climbing, picnicking, swimming and spending your days near nature. If this seems like your very best seashore escape, look no additional than the quiet, coastal haven of Yamba in New South Wales. Higher but, drive 5mins south to expertise the surfers retreat of Angourie.
Angourie, that means ‘tail-feather of a seagull’ sits on the northern fringe of Yuraygir Nationwide Park, an immense space protecting 60km of coastal reserve stretching as far south as Pink Rock. This particular seaside city is house to surf lovers and solar seekers, offering loads of house to get away from crowds and take in the seashore life-style.
It’s many mountain climbing trails and seashore choices pair with loads of surf breaks, some suited to newbies, and others just like the ‘Life or Dying’ shelf break fitted to the daring and skilled.
This area is definitely someplace my household visited yearly once I was a bit child. Spending a number of weeks every year with our tiny dinghy, paddling up and down the Clarence River discovering fishing and swimming spots. Having spent most of my grownup life overseas, it was such a nice shock to return some 17years later and see that not all that a lot has modified!
Whereas it’s not a secret spot by any means, Yamba and Angourie supply that slice of seaside bliss all of us search when looking for someplace to loosen up and retreat. The principle adjustments in all these years since my final go to, are an array of recent eateries and cafes along with vacation leases – you’ll be able to expertise residing like a neighborhood within the luxurious of your individual seashore home.
For my current go to, I used to be a visitor of Baan Sabai in Angourie (take a peek at their Instagram @baansabai.angourie). A beautiful two-story house with uninterrupted views of Yuraygir Nationwide Park, simply minutes from the seashore! I’ll share extra a bit later within the article about this keep and how one can keep there too.
First up although, I wish to share the place you’ll be able to {photograph}, discover and gather picnic provides within the area. A little bit peek at locations to go to when spending a weekend, week or prolonged keep in Yamba.
Discover + Expertise Yamba
Clarence River –
The mouth of this magnificent river meets the ocean in Yamba. Rent a ship, paddle a kayak or swim from the shores of Whiting Seashore. You’ll be able to fish, {photograph} or sail. If images is your exercise of alternative, go for a wander alongside the Yamba Breakwater and seize the morning gentle or night glow because it meets with the distant hills.
Yuraygir Coastal Stroll –
This multi-day 65km coastal stroll can in fact be decreased in the event you’re eager to take a shorter stroll. Begin at Angourie Bay Picnic Space and wander the 10km (return) Angourie Observe to Shelley Headland, taking roughly 4hrs. Ideally suited for coastal views, images alternatives, hen and whale watching! *Be aware, there’s an $8 day by day entry price to be used/parking inside the nationwide park, extra particulars right here.
Angourie Level –
Only a quick stroll from Baan Sabai, that is my favorite spot on the coast. A devoted Nationwide Browsing Reserve, Angourie Level has a rocky headland, lengthy sandy seashore to the south and rocky cove on the northern aspect. Wander via bush land to achieve the dunes after which discover the proper place to put your seashore city and watch the surfers. Photographing at sundown means the golden glow will illuminate the surf and meet the salty mist to create a fantastic scene when waves are massive!
Yamba Seashore + Lighthouse –
An ocean pool, patrolled seashore, cute café and lighthouse make this spot a must-see when visiting Yamba. Pop by The Kiosk for a morning breakfast bowl then take in the solar earlier than a swim and stroll as much as the lighthouse which has been a guiding gentle since 1880. Your entire shoreline of Yamba is good for testing out some ICM Images with the waves and water motion too!
Inexperienced Level + Spooky Seashore –
A quieter headland with giant rocky cliffs, rockpools and seashore breaks. Go to for dawn over the ocean to {photograph} the morning gentle and sea sparkles.
Pippi Seashore –
Ideally suited for swimming and snacking (unsure what I’m obsessive about picnics on this article, however there are such a lot of nice locations to choose up a takeaway lunch!). Positioned within the southern a part of Yamba, it is a widespread spot with locals to surf, swim and stroll the canine.
Yamba and Angourie Eats
A fast record of my really useful locations for breakfast, lunch and dinner in and round Yamba.
Angourie Café + Wine Bar – Nice breakfast spot!
The Kiosk – Greatest for seashore eats.
Sassafrass – Pizza and full of life ambiance.
Summi’s – Nice espresso + clothes
Caperberry Café – Scrumptious lunch + takeaway choices
Yamba’s Fisho – Can you actually go to a coastal city with out attempting the native fish and chip store? This can be a nice possibility and very best for taking all the way down to eat by the river.
The place to Keep in Yamba
Really feel like a neighborhood and reserve your individual seashore home for a weekend on this stunning a part of NSW. I stayed at Baan Sabai in Angourie, a shocking two-storey house with uninterrupted views over the southern shoreline and nationwide park.
When arriving to Baan Sabai after the drive from Sydney, we pulled into the driveway to see essentially the most vibrant afternoon gentle glowing via the timber. Welcoming us as we walked up the steps, the lounge was illuminated and enchanting. Our first glimpse over the nationwide park was made all of the extra particular with a pastel stuffed sky whereas having fun with the welcome bubbles – such a deal with!
Baan Sabai is good for households or {couples} looking for that particular place to remain. With loads of house, a big open plan kitchen, yoga loft, solar room, home windows and large balcony with views to the ocean and the comfiest beds adorned with luxurious linen, don’t hesitate in case your dates can be found. You’ll be able to decide to order a two-bedroom formation (sleeping 4pax) that features the enormous residing areas, or increase and reserve the whole house which sleeps 8.
Guide through the beautiful, native and really skilled crew at Yamba Stays. You’ll be able to take a peek at their Instagram account @yambastays right here too for extra excuses to plan your go to!
Map Your Adventures – Yamba and Angourie Locations to Go to
As all the time, right here’s a helpful little Google Map full of locations I like to recommend go to and exploring along with your digital camera!
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