The family camping or caravanning holiday has long been an Aussie institution, loved by millions! This is why our safari style camping tents are very popular with families. With no need to pack up the car or unload masses of camping gear, busy working parents can still take their family on a traditional camping holiday without any of the hassle. All of our safari tents are fully furnished in a relaxed, coastal style. Power, lighting and kitchen facilities are included, and some also have their own bathroom. Crisp, clean linen and soft pillows are available. To learn more about our unique safari tents click here.
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Family Guide to Byron Bay
To help make your family holiday as enjoyable as possible, we have compiled the following list of local family activities.
Macadamia Castle
Macadamia Castle has been one of the area’s most popular activity destinations for over 35 years. Attractions include an animal fun park, mini golf course, train rides, baby animal feeding, rabbit petting, large tree house playground, cafe and retail store. An ideal outing for the entire family.
Pacific Highway
Knockrow NSW 2479 (between Byron Bay and Ballina)
Tel 02 6687 8432
Crystal Castle
Crystal Castle is an enchanting tourist attraction, located 20 minutes from Byron Bay in the spectacular hinterland. Enjoy mystical statues, amazing crystals, jewellery, fresh food and great local coffee. Stroll through the beautiful gardens, including the ‘Buddha Walk’ where you will discover a breathtaking 4 metre high statue of the blessing Buddha. There is also a large kids’ playground featuring ‘Fireheart the Dragon’.
81 Monet Drive
Mullumbimby NSW 2481
Tel 02 6684 3111
Kayaking on Brunswick River
Explore the beautiful Brunswick River by kayak. The pace is guaranteed to be effortless and the views stunning. The kids will love seeing dolphins feeding at the mouth of the river, an abundance of bird life, bush wallabies on the river bank and the teeming marine life. After your trip enjoy a light snack or grab a snorkel and explore the underwater action.
Brunswick River Kayaks
Shop1, 2 The Terrace
Brunswick Heads NSW 2483
Tel 0416 222 344
Learning to Surf
Can’t surf? No problem. The team at Style Surfing Byron Bay can show you and your family the ropes. Style Surfing Byron Bay have been surfing the area since the 70′s and are one of only 4 surf schools in Byron Bay licensed to teach surfing on Byron Bay beaches, including The Pass, Clarkes Beach, Wategos Beach, The Wreck & Belongil Beach. They will have you and the kids surfing with style in no time.
Style Surfing Byron Bay
2 Sandpiper Court
Byron Bay NSW 2481
0416 162 969
Byron Lighthouse Walk and Whale Watching
The Byron Lighthouse walk is a beautiful walking track that takes in coastal cliffs, raiment rainforest and beautiful beaches. The iconic Byron Lighthouse is perched on top of the most easterly point in Australia and offers 360 degree panoramic views of the ocean and surrounding hinterland. There are also numerous vantage points to view the dolphins and humpback whales on their annual migration.
Bike Riding
Byron Bay is a great place to bring your bike. From Suffolk Park Holiday Park there is a 15 km network of mostly flat coastline bike paths taking in the national park and local scenery. The bike paths are suitable for young children and are a great way to explore the local area as a family.
Local Markets
The Northern Rivers is famous for its spectacular markets, held every week throughout the region.
- 1st Saturday, Brunswick Heads, Memorial Park
- 1st Sunday, Byron Bay Community Market, Butler Street Reserve
- 1st and 3rd Sundays, Lismore Car Boot, Lismore Shopping Square (undercover)
- 2nd Sunday, The Channon, Coronation Park
- 2nd and 5th Sundays, Lennox Head,Lake Ainsworth foreshore
- 3rd Saturday, Mullumbimby, Cnr Stuart and Myocum Streets
- 3rd and 5th Sundays, Nimbin Community Market, Nimbin Community Centre
- 3rd Sunday, Ballina Market, Circus Ground,Canal Road
- 4th Sunday, Bangalow Market, Bangalow Showground
Lismore Show
The Lismore Show is one of the largest regional shows in NSW and has been in our region for well over 120 years. This year, as part of the ‘Year of the Framer’, there are lots of free activities planned for children to learn more about what farmers do. The show will also include lots of animals, rides and, of course, show bags. This year the Lismore Show will also include a dedicated children’s ‘chill out’ area offering healthy and wholesome budget priced snacks prepared by the Country Women’s Association.
18th to 20th October
Lismore Showgrounds NSW 2480
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