Peppers Bale Salt, Kingscliff
Things To Do In The Area

Whether you launch your craft from the Salt Boat House directly onto Cudgen Creek or launch into a limousine chauffeured art trail, wine or music tour, you’re sure to enjoy the spectacular scenery of the Far North New South Wales Coast.

To the resort's east lies Kingscliff’s stunning beach which is seasonally patrolled by the Salt Surf Life Saving Club and perfect for a relaxing morning of surf and sun. Alternatively, the younger family members take part in daily surf schools, kayaking and bike riding while you can indulge in a game of golf with the tranquil Cudgen Creek trickling westward in the backdrop.

Shopping at Salt Village

Take a stroll along the shaded shopping colonnade at Salt Village where you'll discover the latest in beach fashion at Sunburn Swimwear, pick up a gift or something lovely for yourself. The Salt Galleria Gift and Decor Gallery stocks beautiful interior products, artwork and Salt merchandise, all in air-conditioned comfort.

World Heritage Rainforests

Numerous rainforests can be found throughout this luscious region ranging from palm filled sub tropical to cool temperate rainforests. Your options include Mt Warning, the Border Ranges, Nightcap Mountain, Tooloom, Richmond Range, Toonumbar, Mebbin and Koreelah National Parks. Australian Wild Escapes offer small group tours to the region daily.

Gold Coast Theme Parks

Peppers Salt Resort & Spa is within close proximity to many renowned tourism icons. A range of theme parks, for kids, the whole family and the young at heart are only a 15 to 45 minute drive away. These include Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, Australian Outback Spectacular, Sea World, Dreamworld, White Water World, Movie World and Wet ‘n’ Wild.

Byron Bay

Australia’s most easterly point, Byron Bay, is a short 40 minute drive south of Salt Village. The town is famous for its world renowned surfing beaches and luscious countryside. An early 1900’s government report referred to it as having a “unique ambience”. This positive energy was well known to the Bundjalung Aboriginal tribes who used it to help resolve disputes and for celebrations.

Watersports Guru

Discover all the splendor of the ocean with Watersports Guru. Try snorkeling with the turtles, whale watching, kayaking tours, learning to surf, or scuba diving. Visit www.watersportsguru.com 

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New Tweed Coast Adventures

New Tweed Coast Adventures offer a range of local experiences including Learn to Surf, Kayak Tours and Kayak hire for those who want to get out by themselves to experience the amazing flora and fauna of the region. New Tweed Coast Adventures offers small group tours to the region daily.

Local Markets

Each week numerous local markets are held throughout the region and include Ballina, Bangalow, Banora Point Farmers Markets, Brunswick Heads, Byron Bay, Kingscliff, Lennox Head, Mullumbimby, Murwillumbah, Nimbin, Pottsville Beach, The Channon, Tweed Heads, Uki Buttery Bazaar and Uki Produce Markets.

Tweed City Shopping Centre

Located within the Tweed Shire just 15 minutes from Peppers Balé Salt, Tweed City Shopping Centre is home to over 150 specialty stores including JB Hi-Fi and AMC Cinemas, Woolworths, Coles and Big W.

Salt Boat House

The Salt Boast House provides an easy access point to Cudgen Creek, where guests can enjoy kayaking and canoeing adventures.

Golf

Coolangatta & Tweed Heads Golf Club is a spectacular 36 hole championship facility voted by Gold Australia Magazine amongst the top 25 public courses in Australia. The tree-lined Rivers course feature undulating greens, rainforest, waterholes, bunkers and native wildlife. Sister course, the West, boasts challenging water hazards, heavy bunkering and a solid line of trees along most fairways. The Club also features:

• affordable green fees
• motorised carts
• Pro Shop

Visit www.cooltweedgolf.com.au.

Banana Cabana & Bushtucker Garden

Buck Buchanan is the local farmer that grows some very interesting food in their natural environment. Asian and Japanese restaurants seek him out for his extensive range of bush foods. This is the only place in Australia that you’ll find the Yuzu fruit. Besides being use in Japanese cooking, Japanese ladies rub it all over their body as a skin care and they also bathe in it.

Music & Wine at Ilnam Estate Winery

Enjoy local wines and good food with fantastic views overlooking the Tweed Coast and surrounding mountainside at Ilnam Estate Winery, Carool. You can try out their wines in the boutique cellar-door facility, or sip on locally grown Carool Coffee and tasting lunch-time fare in the cafe. You can also catch local musicians at the regular Sunday afternoon sessions.

Protestors Falls

Discover the birthplace of Australia’s environmental movement at Protestors Falls on Terania Creek. This isolated waterfall near Nimbin was the site of the famous anti-logging protests that captured worldwide headlines the late 1970s. As you wander along the walking track to the falls through thick stand of Bangalow palms, buttress-rooted figs, maiden’s blush, elkhorns and staghorns, you’ll come to appreciate what all the fuss was about.

Mount Warning

Mount Warning is the ancient core of the largest and best preserved extinct shield volcano in the world. For most of the year, the peach of the mountain is where the sun’s rays first touch the Australian mainland. The 4.4 kilometre rainforest walk to the summit will reward you with the view of a lifetime across the volcanic caldera.

Crystal Castle 

The Crystal Castle, a place of magic and wonder, is a short but breathtaking drive into Byron Bay’s spectacular hinterland. It’s a place to relax and step off the merry-go-round of life. Set amongst acres of lush gardens with panoramic views, the Crystal Castle features extraordinary statues, amazing natural crystals, exquisite jewellery, and a bookshop.

Local Art

Michelle Phillips is an artist with her home based studio and weekend art gallery right next door to Peppers Bale Salt. Michelle uses acrylics and resins and incorporates glass, beads and stones into her work.
It’s art that makes an explosive statement about the beauty and diversity of the Tweed region and environment. Visit www.michellephillips.com.au.

The Tweed River Regional Art Gallery at Murwillumbah was the original home of the world’s richest portrait prize, the $100,000 Doug Moran National Portrait Competition. Winning entries from the 1988 to 2000 form part of the gallery’s permanent collection and an on-going series of exhibitions showcase regional and national art works. After you’ve finished admiring the collections, relax at the Gallery Cafe with its sweeping hilltop views of the Murwillumbah and the Tweed Valley.

Mad Cow Mania

Resident of Mooball take their namesake seriously – black and white cow motifs are painted on virtually everything in sight – the local cafe, the petrol station, even telegraph poles of this quirky village just off the motorway north Yelgun. If you’re into all things bovine, you’ll love the collectables at Moo Moo Cafe where you’ll also find old-fashioned hamburgers.

Go surfing

Make the most of the beautiful beaches and their clear warm water with surfing lessons at Cabarita Beach Surf School. Their local professional surfers/instructors will introduce you to surfing with safe and exciting fun for the whole family.

They also offer Salty Girls Surf School, catering to women exclusively. If you’re still seeking more ocean adventures ask about snorkelling with the turtles, estuary kayaking, whale watching and marine learning environment. All ages and levels are welcome and equipment is provided. Visit www.cabaritabeachsurfschool.com or www.saltygirlssurfschool.com.

Fresh fruit at Tropical Fruit World

Take a fresh look at fun and see and taste the world’s largest variety of tropical fruits. You can enjoy river cruisers, the animal farm, trains and tractor safaris and enjoy great food, natural products, exotic drinks and ice-creams. Visit www.tropicalfruitworld.com.au.

Get a bird’s eye view

With Byron Bay Ballooning admire spectacular views of Byron Bay, Mt Warning and the Great Dividing Range. Choose from daily exclusive sunrise flights, gourmet champagne breakfast and VIP flights for two – Ph: 1300 889 660.

Indulge in a spot of shopping

Along Marine Parade in the centre of Kingscliff you will find numerous boutiques perfect for browsing an afternoon away.
Your Truly Lingerie offers personal fittings and caters for A – G cups with labels including Freya, Fantasie, Simone Perele, Calvin Klein, Elle Macpherson, Chantelle, Berlie Sports, Triumph, Lovable and more, visit www.yourstrulylingerie.com.au.

A C’est La Vie you will find a mix of jewellery, handbags and gifts, women’s fashion and accessories. Brands include Paula Ryan, Verge, Moss & Spy, Spencer & Rutherford and Troll beads as well as children’s clothing and toys.
Reggedy Anne is Kingscliff’s fashion haven showcasing clothing from Australia’s best designers, handmade jewellery, gifts and swimwear combined with friendly, helpful staff.

At Down to Earth Living you will find all things alternative and organic from skin care to coffee, sustainable wooden toys, relaxing insences and massage oils. 

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To view more things to do in the Kingscliff area visit www.tweedtourism.com.au/events.asp.