In the central Shoalhaven district along the South NSW coast, around 200Kms south of Sydney is Jervis Bay which is actually part of the Australian Capital Territory (ACT). We veered off the Pacific Highway at Nowra to check out this protected marine park which is famous for its white-sand beaches and clear turquoise waters.

Jervis Bay Marine Park

In fact Jervis Bay’s waters are amongst the safest and most beautiful in the world with large number of dolphins, seals and little penguins. During the winter months the humpback whales come to visit and frolic in the bay. Plus there are great protected swimming spots and rock pools, ideal for snorkelling.

Currumbene River Jervis Bay

We found a nature-based camping ground on the shores of the tranquil Currumbene River at Huskisson.

Currumbene River Huskisson

In Huskisson, we visited the Lady Denman Maritime Museum which consists of a number of buildings housing the Lady Denman Ferry, permanent exhibitions and temporary exhibitions, surrounded by diverse natural and man-made environments.

Huskisson Museum & Gallery

We also took a stroll around town checking out landmarks such as the historical Huskisson Pictures and Huskisson Trading Post. During our stay in Huskisson the Hobie 16 World Championships were being held in the Bay and hosted by the Jervis Bay Yacht Club. Quiet a spectacle with their colourful sails out to sea.

Husskison Pictures

Further around the Bay you come to the pretty little village of Vincentia which is home to some of the best, and most accessible, beaches in Jervis Bay; Blenheim, Greenfields, Collingwood and Orion beaches fill the 6.5 Km strip along the Vincentia foreshore.

Jervis Bay Beach

A must see is Hyams Beach. There are plenty of ways to enjoy this pristine environment that claims to have some of the whitest sand beaches in the world. Diving and snorkelling are very popular, with Jervis Bay dive sites widely regarded as being second only to the Great Barrier Reef. Surfing, sailing, windsurfing and sea kayaking are also popular in this idyllic marine park.

Hyams Beach

St George’s Basin, a large shallow lagoon is one of the largest villages around the basin, just south of Jervis Bay. It is an ideal location for water activities such as boating, fishing and swimming.

St George’s Basin

This unspoiled coastal area also features country villages which have local produce markets, boutique shops, art galleries and more. The area also boasts world-class cafes, restaurants, pubs, wine bars and a burgeoning music scene. Such a lovely little part of Australia!