Coorong

The Coorong is one of Australia's most fragile ecosystems, and was declared a Wetland of International Importance in 1975. Located 150km south-east of Adelaide, it weaves its way north of Kingston SE through a string of islands and series of barrages before meeting the roaring Southern Ocean at the mouth of the River Murray.

Limestone Coast

Forged over 26 million years by the primal forces of the ocean and the movement of tectonic plates, the Limestone Coast has been perfectly sculpted into a natural playground.

The result? Picturesque port towns such as Kingston SE, Robe and Beachport, where watersports are the order of the day. Impressive volcanic craters and mountain lakes, such as the Blue Lake at Mount Gambier. And the spectacular caving sites at Naracoorte Caves.

These same natural forces created the Coorong National Park, with its sandy coast and lagoons. They also created the 'terra rossa' soils at Coonawarra, which provide the ideal environment for producing world class wines.

The brilliant blend of the Limestone Coast stretches from the Glenelg River on the Victorian Border to Port MacDonnell, Robe, Tailem Bend and across to Bordertown. The size gives you the opportunity to experience more than one holiday at a time. Stay a weekend in one spot or stay a while and experience all that the area offers.

Taste your way through the Coonawarra, visit the World Heritage listed Naracoorte Caves, explore the beaches of Canunda by 4WD or attend one of the extraordinary regional events.

The Limestone Coast is a scene of alluring beauty, changing colour, thriving contrasts, wild coastlines, unique wetlands, underground wonders and welcoming locals.

Blue Lake

Mount Gambier is home to the Blue Lake, which puts on a real show in late November, when the water-colour changes from a steel blue-grey to a brilliant turquoise blue. While numerous theories have been put forward to explain the annual transformation, a chemical reaction caused by temperature, calcium carbonate and blue wavelengths of light is a common explanation. A 3.6km walking trail traces the rim of the world-famous icon, with the adjacent Valley Lakes which have formed in smaller craters are home to a wildlife reserve and fantastic adventure playground