Victor Harbor
Australia · South Australia · 10 m
Description
Victor Harbor is the traditional seaside heart of the Fleurieu Peninsula and one of South Australia’s most popular coastal destinations. The town is known for its historic horse-drawn tram to Granite Island, striking granite formations and coastal trails, as well as the chance to spot southern right whales and humpback whales offshore during winter. Victor Harbor combines a relaxed seaside atmosphere with maritime heritage, rugged coastal scenery and nostalgic journeys aboard the historic Cockle Train to Goolwa. This charming resort town on the Southern Ocean is one of the classic destinations south of Adelaide.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 1 to 2 days (optimal 2 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: December – February
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Granite Island & Horse Drawn Tram
- Southern Right & Humpback Whale Watching (May - October)
- The Bluff (Longkuwar / Rosetta Head)
- Granite Island Recreation Park
- Kaiki Walking Trail
- South Australian Whale Centre
- Victor Harbor Wildlife Coast Cruise
- Dolphin Watching in Encounter Bay
- Encounter Bay
- Victor Harbor Heritage Precinct
- SteamRanger Cockle Train
- Urimbirra Wildlife Park
- Waitpinga Beach
- Newland Head Conservation Park
- Hindmarsh Falls
- Encounter Bikeway
- Port Elliot & Horseshoe Bay(Day trip)
- Goolwa & Murray Mouth(Day trip)
Getting there
- Train stations:
- Port Elliot Station, Middleton