While enjoying the accommodation and on site activities at Captain's Cove apartments
many activities can be accessed on the beautiful Gippsland Lakes and in
close proximity to Paynesville.
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MV “Plover” & MV “Karen” Charter Boats
Cruise the Gippsland Lakes and Rivers.Enjoy the wonderful scenery and wildlife.
Visit Ocean Grange and the 90 Mile Beach, Rotamah Island and Sperm Whale Head.
Available for Private and Group Bookings for up to 45 passengers.
MV “Plover” seats 30 and MV “Karen” seats 15.
Contact: Doug
Telephone: 0417 137 590
Email: sailthelakes@netspace.net.au

The Corque – Winery Cruise Boat
Departs daily from Lakes Entrance for lunch, dinner or brunch cruise. Includes wine tasting on board,
expert commentary, transport from boat to winery and lunch, dinner or brunch.
Telephone: 03 5155 1508
Email: wyangapark@i-o.net.au

Enterprise Cruises
The best venue for your next function, meeting or party is here on the Gippsland Lakes.
Enterprise is a stylish, spacious boat that offers versatility and all amenities, perfect all occasion.
Seats 72 passengers or open plan for 100 passengers.
Contact: Roelf
Telephone: 03 5156 1211
Email: roelf@enterprisecruises.com.au

Sail Safari
Accept the challenge; come sailing today. Sailing adventures on the Gippsland Lakes;sailing lessons or
choose from a canal cruise, a visit to 90 mile beach or an invigorating sail around Raymond Island.
Qualified skippers conduct all adventures for up to 11 passengers.
Enjoy the whole yacht to your family/group, no sharing with other tourists and
Sail Safari offers pick up and drop off at the Captain’s Cove pontoon.
Contact: Mark or Jane
Telephone: 03 5156 0065
Email: sailing@sailsafari.com.au

Buchan Caves
Only an hour from Bairnsdale, enjoy the natural wonder of the Royal or Fairy Caves with tours conducted daily.
Make it a full day experience and pack a picnic lunch to enjoy in the Buchan Caves Reserve.
I nformation and bookings through Parks Victoria on 13 1963

Coonawarra Trail Rides
Horseback riding exploring the scenic foothills south of Dargo, riding through the native bushland
with creek crossings containing natural flora and fauna. Great fun for families, children,
social groups and couples – guided by friendly professional operators.
Contact: Ron or Anne
Telephone: 03 5157 6273
Email: coonawarratr@bigpond.com

Bairnsdale Archery, Mini Golf & Games Park
Solar heated pool, merry-go-round, bouncing castle, lawn bowls/skittles, golf driving range and
bungee trampoline, fun for all the family.
Telephone: 03 5156 8655

Raymond Island
Just 10 minutes walk from Captains Cove, catch the Raymond Island ferry (free for passengers)
and check out one of the best spots to see koalas, in their natural habitat all year round.
Lots of rosellas, lorikeets, kookaburras, swans and ducks to see too.
The ferry leaves Paynesville every half an hour.

Walking Tracks
Sunset Cove. This walk starts from the Craft Centre on the foreshore and follows the edge of the lake
around towards Newlands Arm and backwater. Great for that early morning stroll.

Wyungara Nature Sanctuary
Experience the secrets of the bush at night at Wyungara Nature Sanctuary just 15 minutes drive from Lakes Entrance. Discover a unique nocturnal world most people never see. All tours led by experienced naturalist guide using our own network of private walking tracks.
Telephone:03 5156 5863
Mobile: 0409 565 754
Email: wysacturary@datafast.net.au

Nicholson River Winery
Situated between Bairnsdale and Lakes Entrance, the winery boasts outstanding views, perched on a gentle rise overlooking the Nicholson River and the magnificent Gippsland Lakes. Featuring Chardonnay, Semillon,
Riesling, Pinot Noir and Shiraz, the winery is definitely worth a visit.
Contact: Ken & Juliet
Telephone: 03 5156 8241
Email: nichowine@net-tech.com.au
Web: www.nicholsonriverwinery.com.au

Bairnsdale Golf Club
Located close to Captains Cove, Bairnsdale Golf Club boasts 18 excellent greens and fairways,
fully licensed clubhouse and resident golf professional. Visitors most welcome.
Telephone: 03 5156 6252 or 03 5156 6847

Goose Gully Golf Green
Under 10 minutes from Bairnsdale, Goose Gully public golf course offers 9 challenging holes,
practise fairway, putting green and a kiosk with refreshing drinks.
Telephone: 03 5152 4822

Wyanga Park Winery
Henry's Cafe Winery Cruises. A wonderful day out with great food and wine. Tucked away on the idyllic North Arm of Gippsland Lakes. Easy access by car or boat. Winery cruises on "The Corque". Wyanga Park is Gippsland's oldest winery.
Telephone 51 55 1508