In the Kiama region of New South Wales, visitors can experience the charm of rural life through various farm tours. These tours provide a unique opportunity to learn about local agriculture, engage with animals, and enjoy picturesque landscapes. Some notable farm tours in the area include Buena Vista Farm's Goat Therapy Farm Tour, The Pines Dairy Farm, Farm Visit, and Sapphire Coast Dairy and Homestead.
Buena Vista Farm's Goat Therapy Farm Tour offers visitors a chance to explore a seven-hectare family farming operation with a history dating back to 1859. The tour allows guests to meet goats, pigs, and chickens during a 1.5-hour experience. The Pines Dairy Farm produces artisan cheese, milk, and gelato using minimal processing and a small, lovingly cared for herd, with visitors being able to enjoy their gelato at the Kiama Farmers' Market.
Farm Visit provides an educational experience for families to learn about life on a dairy farm through activities like feeding calves, making butter, watching milking, and participating in dairy tastings. Sapphire Coast Dairy and Homestead, located on a 376-hectare operating dairy farm, offers access to Biamanga National Park and features diverse landscapes like eucalyptus forest, rainforest gullies, and a purpose-built dairy and education center for learning about dairy production.
In addition to farm tours, the Kiama region hosts outdoor markets like the Kiama Farmers' Market and the Jamberoo Village Market, where visitors can sample fresh produce, enjoy live music, and interact with locals. With its temperate climate, the area is an ideal destination for a family getaway, offering a mix of outdoor adventures, historic buildings, cafes, restaurants, boutique stores, and art galleries to explore.