Australia Rock — Attraction in Narooma

f you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to visit a place that’s both wildly entertaining and mildly life-threatening, let me introduce you to Australia. I’m convinced this entire continent is an elaborate prank by Mother Nature.

First of all, the wildlife is on another level. I saw kangaroos casually boxing in the outback like it was Saturday night at Fight Club. Spiders the size of dinner plates lurked in places you don’t want to find them—like your shoe or, I don’t know, your soul. I swear, even the koalas looked like they were plotting something.

And don’t get me started on the beaches. The water’s beautiful, sure, but there’s always that slight possibility of a shark deciding you look like a tasty snack. I saw a surfer catch a wave so big, I’m pretty sure he crossed into another dimension. Meanwhile, I was over here just trying not to get sunburned into a human lobster.

The people, though? Absolute legends. Laid-back, hilarious, and totally unfazed by the fact that everything around them is trying to kill them. I met a guy wearing a cork hat who grilled shrimp while telling me stories about wrestling crocodiles. I’m 90% sure he was serious. Or maybe that’s just Australia for you.

The cities are just as iconic. The Sydney Opera House? Stunning. But what really stood out was how casual it felt. Like, “Oh, you’ve got an internationally famous architectural masterpiece? Cool. Wanna grab a beer?” The vibe is unmatched.

In conclusion: Australia is a magical, slightly terrifying wonderland. You’ll laugh, you’ll sweat, and you might even run from a spider—but you’ll love every second of it. 10/10, would risk...

A Must-See Gem – Australia Rock & The Seals!

Visiting Australia Rock in Narooma was one of the highlights of our trip! The natural beauty of the rock formation itself is breathtaking – a picture-perfect spot that truly lives up to its name. But what made it even more special was the seal colony nearby in the Seal Rest Area.

It was absolutely amazing to watch the seals lounging around, interacting with each other, and soaking up the sun. Some were playfully diving in and out of the water, while others were completely relaxed, stretched out on the rocks without a care in the world. Seeing them in their natural environment, so calm and content, was an unforgettable experience for our whole family.

The walk to Australia Rock is easy and scenic, with stunning views along the way. It's the perfect blend of natural wonder and wildlife, and we’d recommend it to anyone visiting Narooma. Don’t forget your camera – and take a moment to just sit and enjoy the peacefulness of it all.

This spot has a special kind of magic. We’ll definitely be back next time...

Most people take a photo of them selves in front of the rock formation that resembles the map of Australia and thought that would be it. If you hang around for awhile, you'll probably discover the seals. Few, however, have any idea that the faint view of the island across is the Montague Island (originally Montagu named after George Montagu-Dunk, 2nd Earl of Halifax [Wikipedia]) where these seals along with small penguins come from. In the past, the south coast of NSW was lined with giant trees that makes a thick dense sub tropical eucalypt forest. The timbers harvested from the forest were known to be resistant to salt water decay and were mainly used for ship building, one of the industries that help build Australia's economy in the past. The light house in Montague Island guides the boats taking the timber up north that passes through the coast of Narooma. Besides the seals and penguins, migrating whales and albatross' can sometimes be found around the...