Byron Shire is truly a shire for all seasons nestled on
the north coast of New South Wales approximately 2 hours
drive south of Brisbane and a 40 minute drive south of
the Gold Coast.
Byron Bay offers a year round tropical paradise of
beaches and rainforests with the average temperature in
summer of 27 degrees and 22 degrees in winter. Both
locals and visitors are able to enjoy plenty of outdoor
activities including the many festivals throughout the
year. When visiting this region all roads lead to the
township of Byron Bay which is dominated by the Cape
Byron Lighthouse. By night the lighthouse is Australia's
most powerful beacon by day the backdrop for hang
gliders which soar in the thermals off the Cape.
Those who prefer more down to earth explorations can
meander along the world famous Cape Byron Walking track
and watch dolphins play in the waves below or watchthe
surfers in the waves at Wategos Beach. The Humpback
Whales. the giants of the deep, can be seen breaching
and playing off the waters off the Cape as they migrate
north in July/August and return in September/October.
Byron Bay Activities such as rainforest tours, bush
walking, hang gliding, tandem sky diving, ultra light
flights, Harley tours, cycling, canoeing, surfing, scuba
diving, snorkeling, horse riding, deep sea fishing,
vintage car tours and Australia's only flying trapeze
school cater for all walks of life.
There is also retail therapy with the many boutique
shops. And when the sun finally disappears behind the
hills you can dine at one of the areas many superb,
award winning restaurants, enjoy a local band or
theatrical production or stroll along a serene moonlit
beach looking forward to your next day in paradise.
Byron Shire has a population of close to 30,000, while
the town of Byron Bay has a population of about 9,000
with all types of services available. Byron Bay is
located just off the Pacific Highway, 800kms north of
Sydney, 175kms south of Brisbane. Airports are located
in Ballina (30mins south) or Coolangatta (60mins north)
and busses and trains arrive regularly.
ACCOMMODATION
Byron Bay Accommodation in Byron Shire caters for all
walks of life. Camp in tent sites and cabin
accommodation where the morning is greeted with the sun
drenched waves crashing onto the beach, enjoy Resort
style accommodation set in lush tropical gardens or if
being pampered is your fantasy why not try many of the
Bay's and surrounding areas great Bed and Breakfast or
Guest Houses. Backpackers are also a way of life, with
many hostels catering for many thousand visitors each
year making Byron Bay Australia's third most popular
destination.
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