| PLACES
TO VISIT IN AND AROUND JINDABYNE |
To holiday in Jindabyne on the edge of Australia's
World Heritage Listed Kosciuszko National Park is an experience of
natural beauty, breathtaking scenery and adventure enjoyment. There
really is something for everybody. Listed below is just some of the
activity highlights
Snowy Mountains Cinema
Kosciuszko Road, Jindabyne. Located in the
Snowy Region Visitor Centre the cinema screens the latest in blockbuster
movies with special screenings during peak times.
For screening times and programmes telephone us on
Tel (02) 6450 5609
Tour the Alpine Way & Kosciuszko National
Park
The Kosciuszko National Park is
the heart of Australia's Snowy Mountains, it is not only
the country's highest National Park, its also one of
the largest. Its diverse area protects and supports plant
and animal life. More than three million people visit
the park each year to explore its special wilderness
and to take part in activities ranging from bush walking,
mountain biking, snow skiing, caving and camping.
For more information on touring
the Alpine Way click here.
Trout Farm - Eucumbene
Eucumbene Trout Farm. Take a guided tour of
the Trout farm & see all stages of growth as you wander through
the hatching and growing areas. Catch Mountain Trout...Guaranteed,
in the "Sure Catch" fishing pond. All weather under cover
venue. Open 7 days.
Ph: (02) 6456 8866
Visit Thredbo Alpine Village
Alpine Way, Kosciuszko National Park.
Thredbo has heaps of activities for all ages and tastes. Guided walks
to Mt Kosciuszko starting with chairlift ride are very popular and a
great introduction to the Snowy Mountains. Specialised childrens activity
programmes during holiday periods are another must. Have a swim in our
indoor heated pool, with waterslide for the kids. Ride the Thredbo Bobsled
or drive a golf ball. Cling to our climbing wall, it is horizontal so
is not scary, play tennis or squash. Multi-day Activity Packages are
available. Visit www.discoverthredbo.com
Yarrangobilly Caves
2 hours 30 minutes from Jindabyne, various
caves for tour, guided or self. Swim in the thermal pool. Picnic
area, electric BBQ. Combine this trip with a visit to Tumut 2 power
station Cabramurra.
Ph: (02) 6454 9597
Crackenback Cottage
Alpine Way, half way between Thredbo and Jindabyne.
A very historic award winning restaurant, bar, craft shop and maze.
There is lots to do for everybody. Pony rides and animal farm for
the kids. Real coffee, fabulous food, tasteful crafts and huge log
fires for the bigger people. Have a wander through the maze, it is
great. Service & Value & Style.
Tel (02) 6456 2198
Kosciuszko Walk
Walking to Mount Kosciuszko is one of the "must
do" activities when visiting the mountains. Walking from either
the top of the Thredbo chairlift or from Charlottes pass is a return
distance of about 14km and is easily within the capabilities of most
reasonably fit people. Be cautious with the weather and take plenty
of bad weather clothing in case of sudden weather changes which happen
very often and very quickly.
Lake Jindabyne Cruises
Bay Street, Jindabyne. See more of Lake Jindabyne
aboard the MV Kalinga, Australia's highest cruise boat, Cruise above
the old main street of Jindabyne's old town. Enjoy the cruise over
coffee and tea, or try a lunch or twilight cruise.
Tel (02) 6456 1195
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