Mallacoota is a small, unspoiled seaside village with sparkling ocean beaches, lakes, rivers, forests and pristine wilderness areas. With Victoria's warmest winter temperatures and cooling summer ocean breezes, the climate makes the inlet a great year round destination.  

Cafes, restaurants, shops, a bakery, a cliff-top golf course, lake tours, a pub with live music and endless golden surf beaches make Mallacoota a delightful place to visit, either for a short break or a longer stay.

Surfing: catch a wave and surf the mouth of Mallacoota inlet. Lie on the beach and soak up the sun in the company of a good book.

Fishing and boating: the pristine waters around Mallacoota offer excellent opportunities for boating and watersport, for all ages and stages.  Hire a boat or bring your own and catch a fish on Mallacoota’s bottom lake.

Alternatively, launch a canoe or kayak at Gypsy Point and explore the tranquil waters of the Genoa and Wallagaraugh rivers.

Bush walking in the nearby world heritage listed National park: the township is surrounded by Coajingolong National Park, an internationally recognised wilderness area with great walks, and abundant native flora and fauna. Walk to the top of Genoa Peak for 360-degree views, or soak up the solitude at Shipwreck Creek.

Whale and Bird watching: The park is a whale and birdwatcher’s paradise, with over 300 recorded species of birds. Take your binoculars and a guide for birdwatching along the Wingan inlet.

Eating out: Good food is a 'must' on holiday, and the local cafes and restaurants serve a variety of fresh seafood, foccacia, breakfasts and good coffee.

Wining and dining: If you prefer to cook up a storm at Karbeethong Lodge, Mallacoota is equipped with two great supermarkets stocked with fresh fruit and vegetables, and most things a cook will need. The Mallacoota Hotel in the main street has a great bottle shop which sells a range of Australian wines and beers, including wines from nearby Nicholson River winery.

Arts and crafts: The area is home to a number of artists and craftspeople, whose work can be found in local shops and galleries.