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The Limestone Coast ............................................................................................................................... 3
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Itinerary Overview ................................................................................................................................... 4
Cost Overview ......................................................................................................................................... 4
Day One (Friday 1 January) ..................................................................................................................... 5
Day Two (Saturday 2 January)................................................................................................................. 6
Day Three (Sunday 3 January)................................................................................................................. 7
Day Four (Monday 4 January) ................................................................................................................. 7
Day Five (Tuesday 5 January) .................................................................................................................. 8
Day Six (Wednesday 6 January) .............................................................................................................. 8
Day Seven (Thursday 7 January) ............................................................................................................. 8
Day Eight (Friday 8 January) .................................................................................................................... 9
Coorong Attractions .............................................................................................................................. 10
28 Mile Crossing Camp Site................................................................................................................... 11
Robe Attractions ................................................................................................................................... 12
Robe Holiday Park ................................................................................................................................. 16
Mt Gambier Attractions ........................................................................................................................ 17
Mt Gambier Central Caravan Park ........................................................................................................ 22
Packing List ............................................................................................................................................ 24
The Limestone Coast
The Limestone Coast region is located south of Adelaide and stretches down the coast from the
Coorong National Park to the Victorian border. In summer months, coastal towns such as Robe and
Beachport swell in population as visitors make the most of the stunning beaches and fresh seafood.
Itinerary Overview
Day 1: drive from Adelaide to Salt Creek (3 hours) and do the Ngrugie Ngoppun Walk (2 hours) then
camp at 28 Mile Crossing
Day 2: enjoy camping/beach life at the Coorong; camp at 28 Mile Crossing again
Day 3: pack up camp and drive to Robe (1 hour) and do touristy stuff around Robe; stay in Robe
Day 4: do touristy stuff around Robe; stay in Robe
Day 5: drive to Mt Gambier (1.5 hours); do touristy stuff around Mt Gambier; stay in Mt Gambier
Day 6: do touristy stuff around Mt Gambier; stay in Mt Gambier
Day 7: do touristy stuff around Mt Gambier; stay in Mt Gambier
Day 8: drive back to Adelaide (5 hours)
Cost Overview
Petrol: $220 (assumptions: 1000km, 15L/km, av $1.44/L)
Accommodation: $569 ($26 for 28 Mile Crossing, $300 for Robe , $243 for Mt Gambier)
Food: $1000?
TOTAL: $1,789
(Plus spending money)
Day One
8am: drive to Salt Creek
11am: do the Ngrugie Ngoppun Walk
Ngrugie Ngoppun are the Ngarrindjeri words for ‘good walk’.
This walk starts opposite the Oil Rig monument in the township of Salt Creek and connects with the
Lakes Nature Trail (allow an extra hour). Alternatively, Ngrugie Ngoppun can be a circular walk via
the historical and bird viewing legs of the walk.
1pm: have a picnic lunch
2pm: drive to 28 Mile Crossing
Afternoon and evening: set up camp and stay there
Day Two
Explore the Coorong (see Coorong Attractions for more information)
Camp at 28 Mile Crossing
Day Three
Morning: pack up camp and drive to Robe
Do touristy stuff (see Robe Attractions for more information)
Stay at Robe Holiday Park
Day Four
Do touristy stuff (see Robe Attractions for more information)
Stay at Robe Holiday Park
Day Five
Drive to Mt Gambier
Do touristy stuff (see Mt Gambier Attractions for more information)
Stay at Mt Gambier Central Caravan Park
Day Six
Do touristy stuff (see Mt Gambier Attractions for more information)
Stay at Mt Gambier Central Caravan Park
Day Seven
Do touristy stuff (see Mt Gambier Attractions for more information)
Stay at Mt Gambier Central Caravan Park
Day Eight
Drive back to Adelaide
Coorong Attractions
28 Mile Crossing Camp Site
Ideal for caravans and campervans, this campground is set among the sand dunes and samphire flats
in a semi-protected, quiet location at the southern end of the park. Accessible by 2WD.
Campsite 1: $13 per night
Suitable for: 1 or 2 vehicles with swags, tents, camper trailers or caravans
Approximate distance from toilets: 50m
Accessible by conventional vehicles. Level natural and adjacent grassed area, semi-protected by
small trees. Walking trail to beach and park information located adjacent to campground.
Image: campsite 1
Check in and check out: campsite is available from noon on the day of arrival until 11am the day of
departure.
Robe Attractions
Beaches
Robe’s magnificent Long Beach offers safe swimming for all ages. You can drive along its 12 kms,
take a long walk, conquer a surf break at 3rd ramp or try your hand at kayaking. Pack a picnic and
explore the rock pools at sheltered Hoopers Beach. Enjoy fish and chips on the foreshore and the
waves at Town Beach.
Family Surf Lessons
Surf & Sun are a licensed surf school with Surfing Australia and have won numerous tourism awards
including 2013 Best Adventure Tourism South Australia and a silver in 2014.
Surf & Sun's lessons are 2 hours duration, they include all the equipment such as safe soft surf
boards, full length Rip Curl wetsuits, rash top and suncream.
Lessons are at 3rd Ramp Long Beach in Robe. Robe is a perfect learn to surf beach.
All instructors hold level 1 surf coach certificate plus surf rescue, working with children certificate
and first aid.
From $240 for a family
Robe Skate Park
Robe Sealife Centre
“The exterior of this place looked just like some industrial shed but once inside there was a
surprising array of sea life to see. I think this business is in it's beginning stages but the potential is
there, starting with the enthusiasm shown by the manager, who's knowledge and passion for the
fish in her care is engaging.
We were guided by the manager who shared her extensive knowledge of all the fish and explained
how the aquarium is set up and will continue to grow. We learnt about how the fish are bred, this is
all done onsite. A lot of effort as been made in most tanks to make them look interesting. I guess the
next stage would be to have some written signs/details to accompany each tank, although during
our visit we didn't need that as we were guided most of the time we were there.
At this stage, the highlights were the Port Jackson sharks, which she tempts with tidbits of fish so the
come to the surface for easy viewing. Also it was great to learn about the seahorses which you can
see in all stages of their lifecycle, even the teeny tiny ones.
Don't miss the crayfish and the video display of how it changes it's exo-skeleton!! Amazing.”
Family Ticket $35 (extra $4 each to feed the fish)
Robe Customs House Museum
The displays in the museum tell the stories of gold fever and the Chinese migrants as well as the
many shipwrecks off the coast and general everyday life for the early settlers of the period. There
are several display cases of interesting artefacts from the area as well as some interactives for
children and the young at heart including large jigsaw puzzles relating to shipwrecks and a press
button activity where you can pretend to be the deputy officer to Henry Melville and run the port.
There is also a new slide show of historical photographs set to music to view on a flat screen
monitor.
Free (donations accepted)
Robe Holiday Park
“If spacious, quiet, family friendly accommodation is what you are after look no further than Robe
Holiday Park.
Escape the hustle and bustle and relax in our beautiful natural surrounds at affordable prices at
Robe Holiday Park. Adjoining the Cullen Nature reserve and Lake Fellmongery, opportunity awaits to
explore the nature surrounding you. Only a short stroll over to the Bream Lake for a spot of fishing
or kayaking and Robe’s notorious Long Beach.”
$300 for two nights
Mt Gambier Attractions
The Blue Lake
Tantanoola Caves Conservation Park
Come and discover one of South Australia's most impressive caves at the Tantanoola Caves
Conservation Park.
This spectacular cave, set into a cliff face, is believed to have been exposed by the constant
pounding of the ocean. Over time the sea has retreated leaving behind a cavern of interesting shells,
pebbles and seal bones.
Family pass: $33
Cave Garden at Night
Don’t miss the spectacular sound and light show that runs nightly at 9pm and 9.15pm during
daylight savings. The sound and light show projects and tells the Aboriginal Dreaming of the Cave
Garden and Dreamtime stories. Once you peer into the sinkhole, you will see laser lighting and
bright colour emanating from the cave, the shadowlike images from the sound and light show
creating a mystical environment.
Umpherston Sinkhole at Night
Visit the Umpherston Sinkhole on Jubilee Highway East to play with the possums who venture out
for their nightly feed.
Valley Lakes Recreational Area
The playground is obviously the highlight of the area, and that is what makes the Valley Lake such a
great place to go with kids. The fenced in spot doesn't contain just one playground, but many, all in
one large play area. The playgrounds are mostly themed, which means kids can decide whether they
want to run a farm, captain a pirate ship, or rule a nation.
Vansittart Park
With its beautiful gardens, bowling green and sports arena Vansittart Park is a major attraction to
the City. The large playground with picnic area and shelter is popular for family picnics. The
memorial erected in the centre of the gardens was unveiled in October 1922 to commemorate those
men from the district who died in the Great War. The gates at the entrance were opened in May
1959 as a memorial to the fallen of the Second World War. A garden for the blind and a biblical
garden are recent additions. In 1991 a new rotunda was completed to house the Krupp field gun
which was captured during the Great World War.
Coonawarra Wineries Walking Trail
Coonawarra is renowned as one of Australia’s finest wine regions and is particularly known for
producing world class red wines especially Cabernet Sauvignon. Its secret lies in a magical marriage
of rich red Terra Rossa soil, limestone, pure underground water and a long cool ripening season for
the grapes.
The 5 wineries along the walking trail are all open 7 days a week and you will be warmly welcomed
for tastings.
Distance: The Coonawarra Wineries Walking Trail is just under 5 kilometres. If you allow 20 minutes
at each winery, the trail should take approximately 3 hours to complete. You may wish to factor in
more time for a picnic on the lawns at one of the wineries.
Piccaninnie Ponds
Enjoy the natural beauty of this unique site where the crystal clear water emerges from the
underground system up through submerged caverns and underwater gardens to flow via a creek to
the ocean. Walk on the board walk to the ponds, over the sand hill to the beach where the creek
takes the emerging water to the ocean. Or from the beach car park, west along the established trail
to view the park and creek. Take the 20 minute walk down the beach in an easterly direction to see
water bubbling up through the sand.
Mt Gambier Central Caravan Park
Mount Gambier Central Caravan Park really is central. Located in a quiet street in the heart of the
town, it is only a short stroll from superb cafe dining and Mount Gambier's shopping precinct. See
newest release movies at the nearby cinema.
The camp kitchen has free barbecues, stove and microwave.
Open 24 hours.
The Family / TV room is open 7.00am - 9.00pm. Books,
magazines, microwave, toaster, and kettle available for free use
Packing List
Everyday items
Eight pairs of undies
Summer clothes
A set of warm clothes
Sleepwear
Comfortable shoes
Skating gear
Camping items
Sleeping bag
Torch
Beach items
Towel
Bathers
Binoculars
Beach toys
Toiletries
Toothbrush
Hairbrush and ties
Deodorant
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