 Ballina is a great destination for a family holiday by the seaside. Offering a diverse range of affordable accommodation, a wide range of world class restaurants, cafes and bars, and of course loads of fun activities for the kids it is a magnet for holiday makers seeking a laid back trouble free holiday. If you are planning an east coast holiday in a car hire vehicle, come to Ballina Shire and find out why it is one of Australia's most irresistible holiday destinations.
Not only is Ballina a great place to visit but it makes the ideal base camp for further exploration of the Northern Rivers region in one of our car rentals. The beautiful beaches and waterways offer swimming, surfing, kayaking, windsurfing, boating, sailing, fishing, horse riding or a historic cruise on the Richmond River and the headlands provide an ideal place to hang glide or do a spot of whale and dolphin watching.
The following is a list of the top 5 ways to spend your time while visiting Ballina.
1. Choose your own adventure
Adventure seekers are well catered for with the region providing a wealth of adrenaline pumping activities. Sky diving in Ballina is popular with thrill seekers who want an experience with a difference. Helicopter rides are also very popular way to get a birds-eye view of the region. Hang gliding off the Lennox Point headland will give you the sensation of soaring like a bird. If you would rather seek an adventure closer to the ground there are a range of wind surfing, sailboarding and a range of other water based activities that offer fun and excitement without the element of danger. You can find these all within 20 minutes drive of Ballina in your car hire vehicle which is why it makes the ideal base camp for an adventure filled holiday.
2. Cultural activities
The region is filled with art galleries, artists studios, museums, exhibits and stores which sell a range of arts and crafts made by local artists. If you would rather see them all in one place why not visit a weekend market and browse the local talent in a fun and festive atmosphere? Every weekend the towns around Ballina come alive with the community spirit which has shaped the region. Aboriginal artists are also well represented with several galleries and tours available. Inhabitants of the region acknowledge the traditional owners of the land and have a healthy respect and appreciation for diverse cultures. You will not have to drive far in your car rental to find evidence of the creative spirit of the local people.
3. Water based activities
Being situated on the mouth of the Richmond river Ballina and the surrounding towns offers a range of ocean and river based water activities. Learn to surf at Lennox Head or Evans Head with professional instructors who will provide everything you need for your very first lesson. They will bring a wealth of knowledge on everything from surfboards to wetsuits, surfing techniques to surfing culture. You will also find a wide range of relaxing and fun water sports on offer, such as kayaking, canoeing, windsurfing, and more. Fishing charters can be hired if you want to head out on to the open ocean. Or if you prefer a more leisurely pace why not take a cruise up the historic Richmond River. Leave your car rental and your troubles on the shore and let the water soothe your spirits.
4. Driving Adventures
The region surrounding Ballina is well connected with a well maintained network of roads. Many of the major attractions are well signposted and car hire driving tours are an absolute breeze. A driving tour will reward the curious explorer with secluded waterfalls, crystal clear waterways, shady picnic areas and miles and miles of interconnected bush walking tracks. Pack a picnic lunch and head for the hills, you will not be disappointed.
5. Hiking Adventures
The rainforests surrounding Ballina contain a well maintained series of bushwalking tracks that will take you deep into the heart of the Australian rainforest. Hiking trails range in length from short 10 minute strolls to two day adventure hikes. The area contains 14 World Heritage listed parks which have been preserved for the use and enjoyment of visitors of all ages. It would be remiss of you to visit the area in a car rental and not see at least a small fraction of the majestic rainforests of this region.
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