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Things to do in Fleurieu Peninsula
With its long sandy beaches and rugged cliff tops the Fleurieu Peninsula offers an excellent range of activities which include surfing, fishing, scuba diving, snorkelling, sailing, swimming and whale watching in winter.
For the action seekers, you can go sea kayaking or parasailing at Victor Harbour or go surfing at the many picturesque surf beaches which include Waitpinga, Middleton and Goolwa. From Goolwa, visit the stunning Coorong National Park which is a haven for the many species of birdlife.
History of Fleurieu Peninsula
At the time of European colonisation of South Australia, the Fleurieu Peninsula was occupied by two distinct indigenous groups, the Kaurna and the Ngarrindjeri. The people continue to maintain responsibilities for their estates.
In 1802, the English navigator, Matthew Flinders and the French explorer, Nicholas Baudin mapped the southern coast of Australia. They met at a point just off the mouth of the River Murray. Baudin named this region after the eminent French wanderer, Charles Pierre Claret, Comte de Fleurieu.
On September 8th, 1836, Colonel William Light made his first South Australian landfall on the Fleurieu Peninsula at a place he named Rapid Bay, in honour of his ship.
Landmark in Fleurieu Peninsula
The Fleurieu Peninsula has an abundance of natural beauty. The Mount Lofty ranges dominate the central highlands of the Peninsula and there are many gorges and rivers which run through the superb landscape.
The area also has many species of wildlife including kangaroos in the park lands and you are also very likely to spot winter whales, colonies of seals, dolphins, sea lions and penguins in the nearby waters.
Shopping in Fleurieu Peninsula
The Fleurieu Peninsula has many local shops located in each of the towns and villages in the region. Be sure to check out the Willunga Farmers Market which is held every Saturday for fresh local produce.
Restaurants & Cafes in Fleurieu Peninsula
The Fleurieu Peninsula is a food and wine lovers paradise. From fine dining to fish and chips by the sea, there is something on offer for everyones taste.
The region is home to some of the most fresh produce of which includes white and red wine, almonds, olives and olive oil, seafood in particular yabbies and cockles, cheeses and locally grown coffee.
There are over 60 wineries in the Fleurieu Peninsula region and the area is famous for its aromatic whites such as Semillon and Chenin Blanc.
Sports & Fitness in Fleurieu Peninsula
The Fleurieu Peninsula offers an excellent selection of activities including surfing, sailing, fishing, wind surfing, mountain biking, bush walking and much more. The area also has many golf courses, sporting clubs and gyms.
Transport in Fleurieu Peninsula
Only 30 minutes south of Adelaide, the Fleurieu Peninsula is bounded to the west by the Gulf St Vincent, and the Southern Ocean to the Southeast, with car ferries to Kangaroo Island off the western tip and the famous Coorong National Park running along the easterly coastline.
Real Estate & Design in Fleurieu Peninsula
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Schools, Institutions, Hospitals in Fleurieu Peninsula
The Fleurieu Peninsula region is serviced by the South Coast District Hospital which is located in Victor Harbor.
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