Three reasons to visit Port Lincoln
If you're looking for an amazing Australian travel destination off the beaten path, you need to add Port Lincoln to your list. Located at the southern tip of the Eyre Peninsula, the coastal city is surrounded by natural beauty, is teeming with history and culture, and provides unique adventure opportunities and offers some of the best seafood anywhere in the country, making it a perfect place to explore. Here are three reasons why Port Lincoln should be at the top of your list of places to travel.
It’s an adventure seekers paradise
With miles and miles of coastline to explore, acres of national parks, and plenty of unique to activities, there's never a dull moment in Port Lincoln or the surrounding Eyre Peninsula. Bordering on two breathtaking national parks, Lincoln National Park and Coffin Bay National Park boasts picture perfect beaches, breathtaking coastlines and dense wilderness ripe for adventures. Perfect for 4-wheel driving, boating, fishing, swimming, bird-watching and nature walks, there is no shortage of activities in these natural playgrounds.
Are you looking for an adrenaline-pumping adventure? If so, you should consider cage diving with great white sharks in Port Lincoln. Home to three shark cage dive companies, Port Lincoln is the only place in South Australia where you can swim with these majestic creatures. With Calypso Star Charters, you can get up close and personal with the sharks while helping to protect them. As an Advanced Eco Certified company, Calypso Star Charters is committed to educating visitors about the importance of conservation. So, not only will you have an unforgettable experience, but you'll also be supporting a good cause. If sharks aren't your thing, don't worry - Port Lincoln dive charters also offer sealion swims. This is a great opportunity to see why sealions are nicknamed the 'puppies of the sea.' No matter what type of marine adventure you're looking for, you're sure to find it in Port Lincoln.
2. There's history and culture around every corner
As one of Australia's oldest towns, Port Lincoln has a rich history that can be explored through its museums, heritage buildings and annual festivals. Visit the Axel Stenross Museum and step back in time at this waterfront maritime museum. Discover the story of the famous Finnish ships carpenter and the lost craft of wooden boat building as you learn about the fishing and cargo industries which grew around the coastal waters of Port Lincoln and the surrounding Eyre Peninsula
South Australia’s largest regional community festival, Tunarama, is held annually in Port Lincoln. Well-known globally for its premier event, the Tuna Toss, which involves participants competitively throwing tuna in celebration of Port Lincoln’s fishing industry, the festival features a wide array of participation events, arts and cultural displays, local market stalls and some of the freshest seafood in the world.
3. The seafood’s unbeatable
With some of the best seafood in the country, it's no wonder that Port Lincoln is known as Australia's seafood capital. With huge crayfish, succulent oysters and abundant fish, Port Lincoln, Coffin Bay and the surrounding regions are home to some truly unique seafood experiences. See behind the scenes of world-class producers, indulge in exquisitely fresh seafood delicacies, and learn from the experts in the Seafood Capital of Australia. Taste fresh oysters, paired with a local pinot gris as you sit overlooking the beautiful Boston Bay foreshore at Fumo 28 Oyster Bar & Seafood. The Eyre Peninsula is renowned for its premium seafood, and the Fresh Fish Place is one of the best places to enjoy it. Set against the backdrop of a working fish factory with an emphasis on seasonal and sustainable produce, the Fresh Fish Place offers a unique opportunity to see the action behind the scenes before enjoying tastings of their fresh seafood caught in the waters of the Eyre Peninsula.
Port Lincoln is a beautiful city, known for its natural beauty, history, culture, seafood and activities it is the perfect place to explore . The Navigators Motel is centrally located in Port Lincoln, making it the perfect base for your next adventure to the coastal city. Offering a range of comfortable and affordable accommodation options to suit groups of all sizes, The Navigators Motel is the perfect place to stay on your next visit to Port Lincoln. Whether you're looking for single or double occupancy, or a spacious family suite, we have something to suit your needs. So come and explore Port Lincoln from the Navigators Motel - the perfect place to stay for your next adventure.