Accessible 3-day itinerary: Explore Lakes Entrance & Orbost

A woman in a wheelchair relaxes on a waterfront promenade, holding a drink. Behind her, several fishing boats and yachts are docked in the marina, with a clear blue sky and calm water creating a scenic backdrop.

Discover the best of East Gippsland with this inclusive guide. Explore wheelchair-friendly lakeside walks, cultural art trails, wildlife cruises, swimming at the Aquadome, and local flavours from café treats to craft beers. From Lakes Entrance to Orbost, Marlo, and Lake Tyers, every stop is designed with step-free access, comfort, and scenic beauty so everyone can enjoy the journey.

Lakes Entrance 4-day itinerary: Seek wonder by the sea

Experience the best of Lakes Entrance with this 4-day, 3-night itinerary—spot dolphins on eco-cruises, enjoy local seafood, art, and culture, relax in boutique stays, and unwind with waterfront walks, wellness, and family fun in Gippsland’s coastal gem.

Accessible 2-day itinerary: Explore Bairnsdale & Bruthen

The exterior of the Bruthen Art and Information Centre, a white wooden building with a covered porch and green trim, surrounded by bushes and trees under a blue sky. A sign above the entrance reads "Bruthen Art and Information Centre."

Discover the charm of Bairnsdale and Bruthen with this accessible 2-day itinerary. Enjoy sensory play at the All Abilities Playground, shop and dine along step-free main streets, catch a film at the accessible Sun Cinema, and stroll or wheel the smooth surfaces of the East Gippsland Rail Trail. Taste local honey at Tambo Valley Honey, explore Bruthen’s village shops, and finish with hearty fare and countryside views.

Aerial photograph of an estuary mouth where a Gippsland Lakes meets the ocean at Lakes Entrance, featuring a sandy beach and a long sandspit - The Ninety Mile Beach. The image shows jetties extending into the sea, lush green vegetation along the shoreline, and multiple channels of blue water weaving through low-lying islands and sandbanks.

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