Explore Nowra
Jervis Bay & Hyams Beach
A 20-minute drive east takes you to the world-famous white sands of Jervis Bay. Hyams Beach is renowned for some of the whitest sand on the planet, while Murrays Beach and Greenfield Beach offer protected swimming, snorkelling, and bushwalking in Booderee National Park. A must-do day trip for any guest.
Distance / drive time: ~25 km / ~20 min drive
Best time to visit: Best Oct – Apr (swim season); early morning for calmest water
Kangaroo Valley
A scenic 30-minute drive inland takes you to historic Kangaroo Valley — a pretty heritage village set among rolling green pastures, bounded by sandstone escarpments. Stop at the Hampden Bridge, paddle the Kangaroo River, or pop in for a pub lunch at the Friendly Inn.
Distance / drive time: ~30 km / ~30 min drive
Best time to visit: Year-round; autumn is especially pretty
Fleet Air Arm Museum, HMAS Albatross
Around 10 minutes from the motel, the Fleet Air Arm Museum houses one of Australia’s finest collections of vintage warplanes and naval aircraft, telling the story of the Royal Australian Navy’s flying arm. Perfect for aviation enthusiasts and a great rainy-day option.
Distance / drive time: ~8 km / ~10 min drive
Best time to visit: Year-round; ideal rainy-day activity
Shoalhaven Zoo
A short drive north across the river, Shoalhaven Zoo is home to a mix of native and exotic animals in a natural bushland setting. Guests can hand-feed wallabies, meet koalas, and join daily keeper talks - a family favourite in the region.
Distance / drive time: ~6 km / ~10 min drive
Best time to visit: Year-round; school holidays extra-busy
Bens Walk & Hanging Rock
Right on the motel’s doorstep, Bens Walk follows the Shoalhaven River through bush and picnic spots. Stop at Hanging Rock for postcard views across the river and the Shoalhaven Bridge — an easy, free outing that guests love as a morning stroll.
Distance / drive time: ~1 km / ~15 min walk
Best time to visit: Year-round; morning for the views, cooler months best for walking
Shoalhaven Coast Wine Region
The Shoalhaven Coast is an emerging cool-climate wine region with a cluster of boutique cellar doors within a short drive — Coolangatta Estate, Two Figs, and Mountain Ridge are among the best known. Ideal for a self-drive or guided tasting tour.
Distance / drive time: ~15–30 km / 20–40 min drive
Best time to visit: Year-round; vintage (Feb–Apr) is the experiential peak
Treetops Adventure Nowra
Treetops Adventure Nowra offers an exciting outdoor experience with elevated rope courses, suspension bridges and ziplines set among the region's natural bushland. Suitable for a range of ages and abilities, it's a fun day out for families, friends and adventurous visitors exploring the Shoalhaven.
Distance / drive time: ~4 km / 7 min drive
Best time to visit: Year-round; spring and autumn are especially popular thanks to the mild weather
The Lookout Cambewarra
The Lookout Cambewarra is a popular scenic destination offering breathtaking views across the Shoalhaven region from the summit of Cambewarra Mountain. Surrounded by native bushland, it's the perfect place to relax, enjoy a meal or coffee, and take in one of the South Coast's most memorable panoramas.
Distance / drive time: ~17 km / 25 min drive
Best time to visit: Year-round; clear days in spring and autumn often offer the best visibility and comfortable temperatures
