Byron Bay: The Paradise on the North Coast of NSW

31 August 2020

With stunning natural attractions, Byron Bay is a paradise on the North Coast of NSW. Anyone with a sense of sight will be captivated by the sheer beauty of its gorgeous beaches, breathtaking bushwalks in hinterland rainforest, spectacular coastal trails and amazing marine life including dolphins, turtles and whales. Popular beaches include the year-round patrolled Main Beach and Clarkes and Wategos Beaches. Aside from that, there is this gem called Little Wategos. Little Wategos is Australia’s easternmost beach, accessible on foot. The easy-going and vibrant seaside town has plenty of accommodation options, delicious cafes and restaurants, and vibrant markets. Below are reasons why you should include the paradise on the North Coast of NSW for your future travel plans.

Things To Do in Byron Bay

Byron Bay is an accessible area to visit since tours are available for the spectacular natural attractions, including World Heritage-listed rainforest in the Byron Bay regions hinterland. You can take a rainforest cycling adventure with Mountain Bike Tours, or go walking in the ancient rainforest of Mount Warning with Byron Bay Adventure Tours. Here you can visit Cape Byron Marine Park which is the home to dolphins, turtles, rays and seabirds. You can also kayak up close to dolphins or whales during whale watching season with Go Sea Kayak Byron Bay or Cape Byron Kayaks. The Cape Byron walking track has truly marvellous views. You can snorkel in the crystal-clear waters for a wonderful experience too. Sundive Byron Bay offers tours to Julian Rocks, the aquatic reserve. For a bird’s-eye view of the magnificent coast, gently float aboard a hot-air balloon with Byron Bay Ballooning or try tandem skydiving and hang-gliding.

Beaches of Byron Bay

Indeed, the beaches of Byron are nothing short of spectacular. Aloha is just a short stroll to Belongil beach which meets up with the popular Main beach.  The Pass is popular for surf breaks and the walk to Fisherman’s Lookout and the Lighthouse is a must. You can even spot turtles, dolphins and humpback whales in the Winter months.

Dining in Byron Bay

Byron and surrounds are literally buzzing with an endless variety of great restaurants and cafes. Everything from groovy and casual, to chic and sophisticated. For a list of fabulous dining options and restaurants check out Destination NSW’s guide by following the link here.

Entertainment of Byron Bay

​Byron’s cultural kaleidoscope offers a huge variety of experiences for the holiday-maker: from surfing and kayaking with dolphins to a family day at the beach; from gourmet dining to fish and chips in the park; from massages, mud-baths and meditation to cycling, skydiving and hang-gliding over the Cape.

Villages in Byron Bay

Contrasting with the buzz of the Bay is the serenity and natural wonder of the hinterland and surrounding villages. Lush dairy farms and macadamia plantations roll across gently wooded hills overlooking the blue Pacific, Byron and Julian Rocks (Coolamon Scenic Drive, atop St Helena, offers breathtaking rural and ocean views).

Source: Aloha Byron Bay