Yamba is full of spectacular beaches, pristine National Parks and magnificent waterways just waiting to be explored! Located on the southern side of the Clarence River and nestled between the National Parks, Yamba is the perfect destination to enjoy the region's natural beauty. Discover some of the region's hidden wonders, fine seafood or unspoilt beaches.
A visit to Angourie
The tiny settlement of Angourie is just a 10 minute drive south. Discover the Blue Pools, a large unique rock pool set in bushland just behind the beach. It was created when a rock quarry filled with freshwater from a subterranean spring.
Cruise the waterways
Enjoy a ferry ride across the river mouth to Iluka and visit the beautiful World Heritage listed Rainforest or take a cruise along the river and discover the Mighty Clarence in air conditioned comfort.
Enjoy a spot of fishing
Fishing in Yamba is superb, with 20% of the state's seafood coming from the region! Cast a line in at one of the many beaches or estuaries, fish in the might Clarence River or take a charter off-shore. Click here for a few local fishing tips.
Get Active
If you're looking for an active stay why not play a round of golf on the local 18 hole course, take a 'learn to surf' lesson or enjoy the brilliance of nature with a guided kayaking tour.
Sample the local cuisine
Even if fishing is not your thing, you can still enjoy the sensational local seafood! Take the easy way out and visit one of the local Yamba Restaurants or Cafes and let the chefs do the hard work for you! Yamba Waters Holiday Park is just a short stroll to local shops, markets, the cinema and museum.
Take a walk
Spend some time exploring the pristine National Parks. Yuraygir National Park offers 10km walking trails and is a water wonderland with isolated beaches, quiet lake systems and striking scenery. Bundjalung National Park is the longest natural coastal river ecosystem on the north coast of New South Wales with lagoons, wetlands and rainforests.