Urunga Itinerary Ideas

Day 1: Get out on the water

Start your stay with a morning stroll along the Urunga Boardwalk, that spans out over Urunga lagoon, and take in the views of the Belligen and Kalang rivers (with the sparkling Pacific Ocean in the background). If you like fishing, the end section of the boardwalk is the best place to try and hook mulloway or bream.

Speaking of which, estuary fishing is popular amongst locals, especially with two rivers to choose from. The rocks at Hungry Head Beach yield more bream and whiting, plus there's nearby picnic areas to cook up your catch! You might also spot a white-faced heron among the area's abundant wildlife.

For more wildlife, head over to Urunga Wetlands to explore its rehabilitated ecosystem, including a large melaleuca forest. And when it's the right season (May to November), Humpback whales can be seen breaching off the coast as they migrate.

Day 2: Soak up the local culture

The Coffs Coast is home to lots of incredible artists and craftspeople, all waiting to be discovered. Check out the Urunga Museum to learn about the areas maritime and aboriginal cultural history, or spend some time with local art at The Art Space Urunga (don't miss their unique outdoor gallery too).

But if your idea of culture is less about what looks good and more about what tastes good, you're in for a treat! Sip on a glass of wine accompanied by a charcuterie board amongst the vines of Raleigh Winery, or learn how honey is made at The Honey Place.

[1/0] Urunga Artspace - Ambassador Ethan Street

Day 3: Go day trippin'

Set out on a road trip to explore some of the surrounding towns: there's major hubs like Nambucca Heads to the south and Coffs Harbour to the north, or smaller villages like Bellingen, Mylestom and Scotts Head a short drive away. Each have their own charm with shops, cafes and restaurants to discover – a perfect way to while away an afternoon.

Or if waterfalls are your thing, you've come to the right place. Drive out to Dorrigo Mountain, home to the scenic Waterfall Way (a drive through Dorrigo National Park via steep and winding roads), and see some incredible sites, like Red Cedar Falls and Crystal Shower Falls. Or for a more committed drive, head inland for about 1hr 40m for Ebor Falls, or 2hrs for Wollomombi Falls, which has one of the most spectacular lookouts in the area.

What to eat in Urunga

While there's not a huge amount of options to choose from in the village, what's on offer is highly rated. Here's a few options to bookmark for when hunger strikes:

• Pub fare at the Ocean View Hotel
• A flat white at Liberty Providores
• Juicy steaks at The Shank Inn
• Fresh seafood at Anchors Wharf Cafe
• A pie from Urunga Country Oven Bakery.

For more options, head to nearby Nambucca Heads, Bellingen or Coffs Harbour.