Festival of Sails - Geelong
With over 300 yacht entrants and 3000 competitors, the Festival of Sails is the largest annual keel boat regatta in the Southern Hemisphere. The festival was first held in 1844, making it one of Australia’s oldest sporting events, bursting with tradition, enthusiasm and love for the competition.
Alongside all the sailing action is the free community Waterfront Festival to keep everyone entertained. From music, entertainment, stalls, food and drinks, there is something for everyone to enjoy on what is promised to be a busy and exciting Australia Day long weekend.
Geelong is also surrounded by plenty of beaches and other attractions to keep you active during the weekend. By hiring a campervan, you are able to determine when and where you would like to go, with no restrictions but your own. DriveNow is the easiest service to use as it enables you to compare prices and vehicles all in one place, leaving time to focus on more important things.
Our partnerships with the leading and most trusted campervan rental companies, means you will have best range of campervans to choose from. Campers are super comfortable and easy to drive, with many offering fully equipped kitchens, large dining and living areas, double beds, shower and toilet equipped bathrooms, and plenty of room to relax.
What
The Festival of Sails
Where
Geelong, Victoria.
Getting There
From Melbourne, take the M1 in Southbank.Take the Princes Highway/ A10 to Little Malop Street in Geelong.
More information
http://festivalofsails.com.au/
Campervan Ideas
Take in the Festival of Sails and explore Geelong before heading down to the Bellarine Peninsula, the Victorian Surf Coast and on to the Great Ocean Road
Tips
- The closest pick-up location is in Melbourne.
- Book early and avoid the disappointment of not getting the campervan you want.
- Book a Powered Camper site with one of the Holiday Parks below – book quickly to avoid missing out!
Geelong Riverview Tourist Park 59 Barrabool Road Geelong 1800 336 225 Barwon River Tourist Park 153 Barrabool Road Belmont (03) 5243 3842 Eldorado Tourist Park 360 Ballarat Road Geelong (03) 5276 1386 Riverglen Holiday Park 75 Barrabool Road Belmont (03) 5243 5505
