Things to Do in
Coffs HarbourA guide from Korora Bay Village Resort · with drive times
The best things to do near Coffs Harbour are within 8–20 minutes of Korora Bay Village Resort: Big Banana World and the Butterfly House (8–10 minutes), Dolphin Marine Conservation Park and the Jetty precinct (about 12 minutes), snorkelling in the Solitary Islands Marine Park (about 20 minutes), plus Diggers Beach, Dorrigo National Park rainforest and whale watching from June to November.
Start With What's Closest
Korora Bay Village Resort sits 10 minutes north of the Coffs Harbour CBD, so most of the region's highlights are an easy drive.
| Korora Bay (resort doorstep) | Right on the resort's doorstep |
|---|---|
| Nearest patrolled beach | 2.2 km |
| Diggers Beach (surf & swim) | A few minutes by car |
| Big Banana World & Butterfly House | About 8–10 minutes |
| Coffs Harbour CBD | Under 10 minutes (approx. 7 km) |
| Coffs Harbour Airport | About 8.6 km — 10 to 12 minutes |
| Dolphin Marine Conservation Park | About 12 minutes |
| Jetty precinct, Jetty Beach & Park Beach | About 12 minutes |
| Solitary Islands Marine Park | About 20 minutes |
Ideas for Every Kind of Trip
Water & coast
Snorkel or dive the Solitary Islands Marine Park, surf Diggers Beach, kayak Korora Bay or join a deep-sea fishing charter. From June to November, watch for whales and dolphins from Look at Me Now Headland.
Nature & hinterland
Walk ancient rainforest at Dorrigo National Park, find waterfalls in Bongil Bongil or try TreeTops Adventure Park. Big Banana World and the Butterfly House are only 8–10 minutes away.
Food & wine
Dine at Velvet's on the Jetty, Latitude 30 or Papaveros Italian, and sample wines at Two Tails or Raleigh Winery. The Coffs Harbour Jetty precinct is a short drive away.
With kids
Dolphin Marine Conservation Park, Big Banana World and the Butterfly House — then home to the free games room and splash pool. See our family guide.
For couples
Sunrise over the bay, a quiet outdoor spa under the stars, then dinner in Coffs Harbour. Peaceful, private and close to everything.
When it rains
Stay in and make the most of the free games room — pool tables, air hockey, table tennis and consoles, all free.
Whale and dolphin watching: when to go
Whale and dolphin watching from Look at Me Now Headland runs from June to November, so a winter or spring stay lines up with the migration.
Where to stay for all of this
Korora Bay Village Resort offers fully self-contained apartments with a full kitchen, free parking (including boats, caravans and trailers), a solar-heated pool, outdoor spa and a free games room — a relaxed base for exploring the Coffs Coast. Compare the four apartment types, or bring the dog: selected apartments are pet friendly*.
Driving up or down the coast? The resort is roughly halfway between Sydney (570 km, about 6 hours) and Brisbane (470 km, about 5 hours).
At a glance
| Resort location | 64 James Small Drive, Korora NSW 2450 |
|---|---|
| Distance to Coffs Harbour CBD | Under 10 minutes (approx. 7 km) via the Pacific Highway |
| Distance to airport | About 8.6 km — 10 to 12 minutes by car |
| Big Banana World | About 8 minutes by car |
| Dolphin Marine Conservation Park | About 12 minutes by car |
| Solitary Islands Marine Park | About 20 minutes by car |
| Whale watching season | June to November (Look at Me Now Headland) |
| Sydney / Brisbane | 570 km (about 6 hours) / 470 km (about 5 hours) |
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Last updated 13 October 2026 · Korora Bay Village Resort, 64 James Small Drive, Korora NSW 2450