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Things to Do in Orbost & East Gippsland

The Snowy River winding through farmland near Orbost

The Snowy River (2 min)

One of Australia’s most storied rivers runs right past the property. Cast a line for bream and estuary perch, launch a kayak at dawn, or walk the river flats.

Wide sandy beach where the Snowy River meets the sea at Marlo

Marlo & the River Mouth (15 min)

Where the Snowy meets the sea. Visit the historic Marlo Hotel, walk long empty beaches, and enjoy East Gippsland surf-fishing and birdwatching.

Limestone formations inside Buchan Caves

Buchan Caves (45 min)

Guided tours through spectacular limestone caves with stalactites, shady picnic lawns and resident kangaroos.

Temperate rainforest in Errinundra National Park

Errinundra National Park (1 hr 10 min)

Cool-temperate rainforest on the plateau above Orbost with towering eucalypts, tree ferns and boardwalk trails.

Drive times are approximate from 1 Irvines Road, Orbost. Before heading into parks or forest areas, check conditions on VicEmergency and Parks Victoria.