| 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 click here
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. more..
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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