Merimbula is the famed holiday 'resort' of the Sapphire Coast. It's situated between Tathra and Pambula on the coast and welcomes many thousands of eager tourists looking for the perfect coastal break.

A magnetic holiday destination

Merimbula has a population of around 4,000 (far more in summer) and is situated around the beautiful coastal waterways of the Top and Back Lakes. These clean tidal lakes provide the perfect site for this holiday town. Their changing parade of blues each day, and the many water sports that can be enjoyed on the lakes, make Merimbula's pristine waterways a major attraction for locals and visitors alike.

As well, there are many and varied beaches to be enjoyed around Merimbula.

Beaches of all shapes and sizes

Gentle beaches suitable for small children are found around the lake foreshores while great surfing beaches outside the lake areas offer a variety of waves for board and body surfers - the beach at short point is particularly popular with boardsurfers. Other beaches around Merimbula include Main Surf, Bar and Middle beaches. Some are patrolled during the summer months and some offer BBQ facilities, changerooms and toilets.

A water sport Mecca

Just about any water sport you could desire is available around Merimbula. Fishing fans are well catered for as well, with boat hire, ramps and other facilities easily arranged. One of the most popular fishing spots is the Merimbula wharf which provides deep sea fishing without the need of a boat.

For more, go to www.merimbulatourism.com.au