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Wilsons Promontory in 3 days

The southern tip of mainland Australia, and the state's best coastal walking. Tidal River is the only base inside the park, so book it early.

hikingcoastVictorianatureResearched from official sources

When to go

November to March. Book Tidal River months ahead for summer and Easter.

The plan, day by day

Day 1

Melbourne to Tidal River

  1. 08:30🚆Drive Melbourne to FosterFosterAround 2h20; last supermarket before the park.
  2. 11:00🍽Groceries and lunch in FosterFoster
  3. 13:00🏨Check in at Tidal RiverTidal River
  4. 15:00★Squeaky BeachWilsons PromontoryThe quartz sand really does squeak.
Day 2

Mount Oberon and Norman Beach

  1. 08:00★Mount Oberon summit walkTelegraph Saddle7 km return on a management track; 360-degree view.
  2. 12:00🍽Lunch at Tidal RiverTidal River
  3. 14:00★Norman Beach swim and Pillar Point lookoutWilsons Promontory
  4. 19:00★Wombats and wallabies around Tidal River at duskTidal River
Day 3

Whisky Bay, Millers Landing and home

  1. 08:00★Whisky Bay and Picnic BayWilsons Promontory
  2. 10:00★Millers Landing mangrove walkWilsons PromontorySouthernmost mangroves in the world.
  3. 12:30🍽Lunch in Fish CreekFish Creek
  4. 14:00🚆Drive homeMelbourne

Before you go

  • Book Tidal River accommodation or camping well ahead
  • Buy food in Foster — Tidal River has only a small store
  • Head torch for the Mount Oberon sunset descent
  • Expect no mobile reception in most of the park

This list is created with your trip, so you can tick it off as you pack.

Where this came from

Opening hours, prices and track closures change. Check the official source before you rely on a timed booking — we never earn a commission on anything listed here.