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Victor Harbor is one of South Australia’s iconic tourist destinations
with its pristine beaches, imposing coastal cliffs and stunning landscape.
Just an hour’s drive south of Adelaide, it has for generations been a
favourite place for visitors seeking surf, sand and close wildlife encounters.
Every winter Victor Harbor and its surrounds enjoy the return of
Southern Right Whales to its waters. Thousands of visitors flock to the
spectacular Victor Harbor coastline each year, gathering a top of cliffs and
headlands with hope of catching a glimpse of these beautiful creatures.
The SA Whale Centre, located in the heart of Victor Harbor, is a great
place to learn more about these visitors from the deep and other marine life.
Other popular attractions in Victor Harbor include The Bluff, a famous
geographical landmark and Granite Island which can be accessed by a 600
metre causeway. Many visitors to Granite Island take the iconic horsedrawn tram but you can also walk across the causeway.
The popular Granite Island Guided Nature Walks are a chance to spot
some Little Penguins, while taking in the sheer beauty of the island.
If you are keen to take in more of the magnificent vistas, there are
many nature walks and trails that are bound to bring out the inner wildlife
warrior in you. The trails vary in length, degree of difficulty, and the type of
landscape you get close to. Some popular walks include the Granite Island
Kaiki Trail, Hindmarsh River Walk, Heysen Trail and Hindmarsh Falls.
Remember, it’s important to do your research and determine which trail
suits you best.
For those looking for a little more thrill, the Big Duck Boat Tours or
Waitpinga Farm Quad Bike Adventure are worth checking out.
To book your next holiday to Victor Harbor on South Australia’s Fleurieu
Peninsula visit www.holidayatvictorharbor.com.au.
All images are thanks to SA Media Gallery and SATC. Top image: Penguins on Granite Island by Johnny – Janusz Kamma;
Middle image: Horse Drawn Trams, Victor Harbor by Graham Scheer; Bottom image: Hindmarsh River Estuary by Barry Silkstone.

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touring australia magazine • summer 2017