Jervis Bay

Travel Guide

Booderee National Park featuring a beach
Jervis Bay showing a sandy beach and general coastal views
Huskisson showing food
Booderee National Park showing rugged coastline
Booderee National Park showing surf and rugged coastline

On the south coast of New South Wales is a fascinating region full of wildlife-spotting opportunities on land and at sea.

With bays, beaches, lagoons and a hinterland of forests and woodlands, Jervis Bay is a great holiday destination if you want to be close to nature. Witness whale migrations, hike along cliff top trails and go on a kayak exploration of inland waterways.

Take advantage of the region’s many hiking and biking routes. Go for a stroll through wetlands and along the coastal paths of Jervis Bay National Park. See if you can spot whales from the Bull Hole lookout. Stroll through the botanic gardens and along the headlands of Booderee National Park. Camp overnight among its mature wooded areas. You may see some of the local wildlife residents, including kangaroos, wallabies, echidnas and wombats.

A good place to base yourself during your tour of Jervis Bay is Huskisson, its largest town. From this oceanfront location you can head out on dolphin and whale watching cruises, fishing tours and scuba diving trips. Among the popular dive sites are the docks and Slot Cave on the northern side of the bay. Experienced divers can dive down to the wreck of a Fairey Firefly, a bomber plane that crashed into the sea in 1956.

If you are into watersports, rent boards and boats and sail and surf along the coast. Venture inland on a guided kayak tour of the Currambene Creek Estuary System.

Where ever you are based in Jervis Bay, you won’t be too far away from a white-sand beach. Swim in the aquamarine waters of Hyams Beach, snorkel at Greenfields Beach and try fishing at Nelsons Beach.

Situated on the south coast of New South Wales, Jervis Bay is 184 kilometres (114 miles) south of Sydney. A pleasant way to arrive is to rent a car in the state capital or nearby Nowra and drive along the coastal highway. You can also catch a train from Sydney to Nowra and travel the rest of the way by bus. Come to Jervis Bay to enjoy wildlife adventures in an area of great natural beauty.

Jervis Bay Motel

Jervis Bay Motel

3 out of 5
41 Owen Street, Huskisson, NSW
$85 nightly
The price is $94 total per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
$94 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Huskisson. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (582 reviews)
Fantastic
"Nice location, clean and comfortable accommodation, near to the shops and cafes. Nice staff, enjoyed a lot."

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025

Jervis Bay Motel
Jervis Bay Holiday Park

Jervis Bay Holiday Park

3 out of 5
785 Woollamia Road, Woollamia, NSW
$63 nightly
The price is $63 total per night from Jul 28 to Jul 29
$63 total
Jul 28 - Jul 29
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly holiday park in Woollamia. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and free water park access. Popular attractions Jervis Bay and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (207 reviews)
"A"

Reviewed on Jul 11, 2025

Jervis Bay Holiday Park
Huskisson Hotel

Huskisson Hotel

3.5 out of 5
73 Owen Street, Huskisson, NSW
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Huskisson. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a nightclub. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.8/10 Good! (377 reviews)
"everything"

Reviewed on Jun 14, 2025

Huskisson Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Tree & Sea - Stylish house, gorgeous bush views & short walk to beach

Tree & Sea - Stylish house, gorgeous bush views & short walk to beach

Callala Beach
Stay at this vacation home in Callala Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Jervis Bay and Callala Bay Beach are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (60 reviews)
We had a delightful family stay
"We are delighted with the accommodation. All the details and photographs accurately depict the property.The house is spacious and the surrounding greenery is particularly appealing. Additionally, it is conveniently located near the beach.Despite encountering minor difficulties with the gas supply, ..."

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2025

Tree & Sea - Stylish house, gorgeous bush views & short walk to beach
Dungowan Waterfront Apartments

Dungowan Waterfront Apartments

3 out of 5
99 Naval Parade, Erowal Bay, NSW
Stay at this 3-star beach apartment in Sanctuary Point. Enjoy free WiFi, a lazy river, and a garden. Popular attractions Jervis Bay and Saint Georges Basin Country ...
9/10 Wonderful! (215 reviews)
"A great view and super easy check-in & check out!"

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2025

Dungowan Waterfront Apartments
SEA @ CURRARONG 1 min walk to beach Unlimited WiFi

SEA @ CURRARONG 1 min walk to beach Unlimited WiFi

Currarong
Book a stay at this family-friendly cottage in Currarong. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Jervis Bay and Galloway Red ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (97 reviews)
"A lovely well-appointed place in easy walking distance to beautiful beaches and bush walks."

Reviewed on May 11, 2025

SEA @ CURRARONG 1 min walk to beach Unlimited WiFi
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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