Bermagui

Eat & drink

The co-operative at Bermagui Fishermen’s Wharf is one of the largest seafood suppliers in the state. Taste the freshest catch at the fish and chip shops and restaurants inside the wharf complex. On Thursday afternoons over spring, summer and autumn, you can visit a local growers market on the harbour foreshore.

Local fishing boats docked at Bermagui Fishermens Wharf in Bermagui, Merimbula & Sapphire Coast

Bermagui Fishermens Wharf, Bermagui

The rich soils in the region support farms and vineyards like Mimosa Wines and Rusty Fig Wines. You can visit the cellar door at Mimosa Wines and then pop next door to Drystone Restaurant, which celebrates locally sourced produce. Rusty Fig wines are also served at many restaurants and bars in Bermagui.

Built in 1895 and located in the heart of town, Bermagui Beach Hotel is a hub for locals and tourists alike. Oozing small-town charm, dishing up classic pub grub and playing live music on weekends, all will feel right at home from the moment they walk inside.

Patrons enjoying food and drink at Bermagui Beach Hotel in Bermagui, Merimbula and Sapphire Coast

Bermagui Beach Hotel, Bermagui

Things to do

Plenty of adventure tours are available, from game and reef fishing to sea kayaking. The tours cater for all levels of skill, from beginners to experienced anglers and kayakers. You will find a huge variety of fish in the deep blue ocean off Bermagui including morwong, kingfish, snapper, yellowfin tuna and black marlin.

Aerial of the Blue Pool situated along the Bermagui coastline - Sapphire Coast

Blue Pool, Bermagui

Natural attractions abound around Bermagui, from Cuttagee Beach and Mimosa Rocks National Park to the Blue Pool and Camel Rock. The tranquil Wallaga Lake is popular for fishing and boating, and holds special significance for the local Aboriginal people. Nearby is the Montreal Goldfield, a well-preserved example of colonial alluvial diggings.

Flip through the events calendar to find festivals such as Reboot in Bermagui and Sculpture Bermagui.

Couple enjoying a morning walk along the beach near Camel Rock, Bermagui

Camel Rock Beach, Bermagui

Getting there

Bermagui is just over five hours’ drive from Sydney and 3h 30min from Canberra. You can fly into Merimbula Airport and rent a car for the scenic drive to Bermagui, which takes just over an hour. Places to stay in this spectacular region suit various budgets and range from holiday homes and motels to glamping and lakeside camping.

Fly into Merimbula Airport

Merimbula Airport is located 2km from Merimbula’s town centre. Use the taxi services available at the terminal to make the short trip north. Alternatively, rent a car from the hire services available at the airport and explore the region at your own pace.

Qantas operates direct flights from Sydney to Merimbula four times a week. Regional Express flies to Sydney and Melbourne up to five days a week, with some flights travelling via Moruya.