Huskisson

White sands, water fun & wonderful food

In the heart of Jervis Bay, uncover a vibrant town rich in natural beauty and shipbuilding heritage. Surrounded by a marine park teeming with wildlife and unspoilt bushland, Huskisson is your launchpad for adventure. Go swimming at a white sand beach, join a wildlife cruise or try stand-up paddle boarding.

    Mother and daughter kayaking along Sailors Beach near Moona Moona Creek in Huskisson, Jervis Bay

    Sailors Beach, Jervis Bay

    Things to do

    Part of the Shoalhaven region of the NSW South Coast, Huskisson is popular for diving, snorkelling, sailing, kayaking and fishing. There’s also plenty of trendy restaurants, shopping options and events to enjoy. For breathtaking views, drive to the heritage-listed ruins of Cape St George Lighthouse.

    Sunset over Currambene Creek, Huskisson in Jervis Bay, South Coast

    Huskisson, Jervis Bay - Credit: Above Down Under by Kramer Photography

    Say hello to marine life

    The crystal blue waters off Huskisson are home to abundant marine life, including bottlenose dolphins, fur seals, little penguins and weedy sea dragons. Join tours with Jervis Bay Wild and Dolphin Watch Cruises Jervis Bay to get up close to resident dolphins frolicking in Jervis Bay Marine Park.

    Between May and November, join a whale watching tour to spot migrating humpback and southern right whales. Dive Jervis Bay will take you on an underwater adventure to the best diving and snorkelling spots in the marine park. Or you can paddle with Sea Kayak Jervis Bay to see dolphins and migrating whales.

    Man swimming with a seal during a snorkelling tour with Dive Jervis Bay - Jervis Bay & Shoalhaven - South Coast

    Dive Jervis Bay, Jervis Bay - Credit: Jordan Robins

    Uncover fascinating history

    Learn about Huskisson’s maritime heritage and see seafaring artefacts like the Lady Denman timber ferry at Jervis Bay Maritime Museum. Then explore the 1.4km Mangrove Boardwalk that winds through the grounds. Join Aboriginal guides from Djiriba Waagura Cultural Tours to learn about the ancient landscape.

    Jervis Bay Brewing Co. - South Coast

    Jervis Bay Brewing Co. Huskisson, NSW South Coast

    Getting there

    Located in the Shoalhaven region on the NSW South Coast, Huskisson is a 2h 45min drive from Sydney via the spectacular Grand Pacific Drive. If you’re coming from Canberra, it’s a 2h 30min drive east. 

     

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