Gippsland's Grand Ridge Road is one of Vic's great tourist drives, winding through everchanging scenery along the Strezlecki Ranges. Explore quaint villages off the main highway, dense mountain rainforests, and lush fern gullies of The Tarra Bulga National Park and historic suspension bridge. Visit the old timber township of Mirboo North, famous for its award winning Grand Ridge Brewery. Enjoy a gourmet meal and sample the many brews and moonshine on offer. From Venus Bay, drive to Leongatha and proceed in a clockwise direction following the tourist signs. A map from the Visitors Centre is recommended.

From the Tarwin Lower roundabout, take the road to Walkerville along the Cape Liptrap National Park. Visit the Lighthouse, Walkerville's old Lime Kilns and historic cemetery on the hilltop. Enjoy a picnic on Waratah Bay with spectacular views of the majestic Wilson's Promontory. We fully recommend another day's trip to explore all the natural wonders of Wilson's Prom, only 1 hrs drive from your stay at Venus Bay.

From Tarwin Lower, proceed through to Inverloch along the Bunurong Coastal Road, Victoria's only working fossil excavation. Follow the many tourist signs to view rugged cliffs, beautiful coves and unusual rock formations. This area is a geological wonderland, home to The Dinosaur Digs, Victoria's only working fossil excavation.