South Coast
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New South Wales

South Coast

Brilliant beaches & pretty coastal towns

About this place

From the white sands of Hyams Beach (Guinness World Record for the whitest sand on Earth) to the dramatic cliffs of Kiama, the South Coast is one of Australia's most beautiful coastal drives. Stop at charming towns like Berry, Gerroa, and Ulladulla. Dolphins are commonly spotted from shore, and whales migrate past from May to November.

Highlights

Hyams Beach (whitest sand on Earth)

Kiama Blowhole

Dolphin & whale watching

Coastal villages & seafood

Best time to visit

Oct–Apr for swimming; May–Nov for whales

Getting there

Drive south from Sydney on the Princes Highway (2–3hrs). Train to Kiama available.

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