VINEYARDS WINERIES AND BREWERIES UPPER ORARA

Coramba Nature Reserve was created in 1982 to preserve and protect one of the few remaining stands of subtropical lowland rainforest that lies along the Orara River. Today, visitors can walk through this remnant of native vegetation, amongst the towering old-growth trees, under a closed canopy forest that has been successfully brought back to life through a rainforest regeneration ... Visit website for more info

0.4km (one way) - 0.5 hour Few rainforest walks are as easily accessible as this lovely walk found in Coramba Nature Reserve. An easy 400m (one way) walk will take you down to Orara River, following under the cool canopy of the rainforest and past majestic old-growth trees. The rainforest here is one of a few remaining stands of lowland rainforest along the Orara River ... Visit website for more info

Ulidarra National Park truly is a hidden gem. Just west of Coffs Harbour on the NSW Mid North Coast, you'll find majestic forests, vibrant birdlife, coastal views, 4WD trails and a network of mountain biking and bushwalking tracks just waiting to be explored. Along with the adjoining Bruxner Park Flora Reserve, Ulidarra supports habitats for a large diversity of ... Visit website for more info

The Moonee Beach Tavern offers a family friendly environment that few pubs can. They have a large beer garden with plenty of seating, a jumping castle, kids room, soccer field, mini golf, and a big screen which plays a kids movie most nights. They also have a great line up of bands throughout year. The Bistro is open seven days for lunch from 12 noon to 3pm, and for dinner from 5.30pm to 8.30pm with a changing menu and tasty specials. Entertainment is offered with trivia nights, sports nights, pool, a function room if required, and a courtesy bus is available for patrons.

Coramba is only a 20 minute drive from Coffs Harbour along Orara Way. Upon entering Coramba, a sign shows this historic village was established in 1880. Go for a wander along Gale Street and take a close look at the wooden bollards alongside the main road: they are marked with historic cattle-branding irons owned or used by local families. Coramba is home to a general store, a gift shop, art gallery and the Coramba Hotel, which has a beer garden at the rear with breathtaking views over the paddocks and rolling hills. Coramba holds the fun Mad Hatters market on the fourth Saturday of each month with live music, market stalls, arts and crafts and lots more....

Escape the crowds and head to Bindarray picnic area. Enjoy 4WD touring, birdwatching, wildlife watching, swimming, liloing, paddling and picnicking by Urumbilum River. Looking for something to do with the kids, far away from the holiday crowds? Then pack a picnic and head to Bindarray picnic area, where you’ll find a relaxing place to picnic on the banks of the sparkling Urumbilum River. The whole family will enjoy swimming in river pools and the kids will love spotting frogs and, if they’re lucky, they might even see a platypus in the clear waters. For birdwatchers, there’s plenty to see. Keep an ear out for the bubbling ‘wom-poo’ call of the wompoo fruit-dove and look out for its multi-coloured plumage among the Bangalow palms. You’ll also see other fruit-loving birds like green catbird, white-headed pigeon, brown cuckoo-dove and fig bird. Stop for a refreshing swim on your way along Orara Escarpment 4WD touring route, or come for the day and laze away the afternoon by the crystal clear waters....