“If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” is the mantra in this historic town, which is why a horse-drawn tram still provides the link to Granite Island and Encounter Bay can be traversed on a scenic stream train. Dive into the depths of Encounter Bay to explore the reefs and islands with your snorkel and mask or spot whales, seals, penguins and dolphins from a cruise boat.
Situated near the beach, this romantic hotel is within a 5-minute walk of McCracken Golf Course and Victor Harbor Convention Centre. Hindmarsh River Estuary Boardwalk and Urimbirra Fauna Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).
Situated near the beach, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Encounter Bay and Victor Harbor Heritage Trail: Petrel Cove Trailhead. The Bluff and West Island Encounter Bay Aquatic Reserve are also within 2 mi (3 km).
Located in the heart of Victor Harbor, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Warland Reserve, Encounter Bay, and Victor Harbor Horse Drawn Tram. Soldier Memorial Gardens and Granite Island Recreation Park are also within 1 mi (2 km). Victor Harbor Station is only a 5-minute walk.
Situated in Victor Harbor, this beach hotel is steps from Warland Reserve and Soldier Memorial Gardens. Granite Island and Hindmarsh River Estuary Boardwalk are also within 1 mi (2 km). Victor Harbor Station is only a 4-minute walk.
This luxury villa is situated by the ocean.
Situated in McCracken, this beach apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Hindmarsh River Estuary Boardwalk, Victor Harbor Convention Centre, and McCracken Golf Course. Soldier Memorial Gardens and Warland Reserve are also within 2 mi (3 km). Victor Harbor Station is 27 minutes by foot.
Situated in the historical district, this vacation home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Boomer Beach and 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from Victor Harbor Convention Centre. McCracken Golf Course and Hindmarsh River Estuary Boardwalk are also within 6 mi (10 km).
This family-friendly Victor Harbor motel is located near the beach, within a 10-minute walk of Warland Reserve, Victor Harbor Horse Drawn Tram, and Encounter Bay. Soldier Memorial Gardens and Hindmarsh River Estuary Boardwalk are also within 1 mi (2 km). Victor Harbor Station is only a 5-minute walk.
Situated in Middleton, this guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Surfers Beach and Basham Beach. Port Elliot Beach and Horseshoe Bay are also within 3 mi (5 km).
This family-friendly Victor Harbor holiday park is located near the beach, within 1 mi (2 km) of Warland Reserve and Soldier Memorial Gardens. Granite Island and Victor Harbor Golf Club are also within 2 mi (3 km). Victor Harbor Station is 22 minutes by foot.
Situated near the beach, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Hindmarsh River Estuary Boardwalk, Soldier Memorial Gardens, and Warland Reserve. Victor Harbor Horse Drawn Tram and Victor Harbor Convention Centre are also within 1 mi (2 km). Victor Harbor Station is 17 minutes by foot.
Situated in Victor Harbor, this beach hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Soldier Memorial Gardens, Warland Reserve, and Victor Harbor Horse Drawn Tram. Encounter Bay and Granite Island Recreation Park are also within 15 minutes. Victor Harbor Station is only a 2-minute walk.
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$65
This breathtaking tour departs from the Granite Island causeway past many offshore islands and spectacular cliffs. See seals, sea lions and dolphins along the
$40
Glimpse incredible marine life moments from Victor Harbor during a wildlife-watching bonanza that takes you to Seal Rock in beautiful Encounter Bay. Carry
$113
Discover Victor Harbor, the quaint wine-making region and sleepy coastal town in South Australia’s Fleurieu Peninsula. Spend a full day exploring the
$138
With its rugged hinterlands, azure coastline, and verdant wine country, it's no wonder that the Fleurieu Pensinsula is a favored locale for Adelaideans and
$500
Travel through the McLaren Vale wine region along the Fleurieu Peninsula. Take in the gorgeous coastal scenery along with plenty of small to medium wineries
$269
Spend a full day discovering the picturesque Victor Harbor and world renowned McLaren Vale wine region. This fully guided, small group tour will take you on a
$55
Treat yourself to an introductory surfing lesson on Moana Beach, a celebrated surfing destination along South Australia's Mid Coast. At Moana's pristine beach
Imagine strapping a surfboard to the top of your car and driving along the coast in search of waves. Next, picture a lovely day walking through the parks in nearby Adelaide. Now, score a cool rental car and make it happen!
Adelaide Airport is about a 70-minute drive from Victor Harbor, so airport transfers can be hard to find. You can rent a car at the airport and cruise on out, or hop on a coach from Adelaide.
Adelaide International Airport is an 82km drive to Victor Harbor (about 70 mins). Driving is your best bet for reaching the town quickly, but you can also score a taxi. If you'd like to explore Adelaide beforehand, hop on a bus or shuttle bus!
You'll spend lots of time outside and in the water while you explore Victor Harbor. Pack accordingly:
Public transport is limited in this area, but that's OK! Victor Harbor is small enough to get around with a car or taxi, and on foot. Parking is more difficult along the waterfront, but you can leave your holiday wheels right outside the town centre and walk to your next adventure.
Average temperatures range from 12˚in July up to 25˚in December. Translation: Awesome weather year-round! May through September is the region's world-famous whale watching season, and the town hosts farmers markets and art fairs throughout spring and summer.
The spelling of Victor Harbor has tripped up many careful writers. Back in 1838, Governor Gawler officially named the seaside town Victor Harbor, echoing the popular American spelling. The name was later changed to Port Victor, until 1921 when the name went back to Victor Harbor, making this a cautionary tale of how spelling errors can haunt us for ages to come.
Victor Harbor is an awesome place to fish for salmon, whiting, bream and more. Try your luck at Bluff Jetty on the south side of town, or Causeway Jetty closer to the city centre. Bonus: You'll have great views while catching your next meal! Just make sure you've taken all the right steps and have permits for fishing in South Australia.
Whale watching season in Victor Harbor begins May 1 and runs-er, swims?-through September 30. During this time, you'll be able to see several species including the endangered southern right whale.
