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Accommodation
If you're travelling a long distance, why not set yourself up for a night at one of the local accommodation hot-spots?!
Mercure Pakenham
Gumbuya World guests receive 10% off your stay! Mercure Pakenham is just 1.5km from Pakenham Train Station and features luxurious and contemporary accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.
Quest Narre Warren
Use the code "GUMBUYA15" for 15% off your stay! Featuring modern, serviced apartments with a private balcony or patio, complete with kitchen and laundry facilities. Quest Narre Warren is just 2 km from Narre Warren Railway Station. It features an outdoor pool and a poolside barbecue area with outdoor seating.
Food & Drink
After a long day of WILD fun at Gumbuya World, you're probably going to need a big hearty meal and a great atmosphere to wind down!
Railway Hotel Pakenham
After a successful reopening in 2023, the Railway Hotel Pakenham is keeping tradition alive, one sip at a time! With a bright, light-filled bistro with an extensive menu, live music and a sports bar, it caters for pretty much everyone! Gumbuya Word visitors receive 10% off by showing their day ticket (within 7 days either side of the booking date) or showing their valid Annual Pass.
Local Produce
With the stunning landscapes comes incredible local produce!
Explore the small businesses in the area that grow their own products and create something special.
Cannibal Creek Winery
Cannibal Creek Vineyard is one of the many award winning Gippsland winery restaurants in the region. Their Modern-Australian style menu is complimented by their French style wines. Like the wine, the menu is designed for sharing, consisting of a tempting array of share plates and larger dishes.
Retail
Retail therapy followed by Gumbuya World thrills? Talk about the best day ever...
Westfield Fountain Gate
Located approx 45kms south-east of the Melbourne CBD with over 450 stores from beauty, homewares, fashion and entertainment, Westfield Fountain Gate is the perfect warm up to visiting Gumbuya World! Stop by one of their relaxing day spas, shop until you drop, or squeeze in a bite to eat! There's even a cinema and an indoor playground for the little ones!
Sights to See
We're fortunate to have some incredible landscapes surrounding Gumbuya World, and beyond!
Be sure to check out some of the sights while you're in the area!
Lakeside Recreation Reserve
Take a stroll around Pakenham lake on an easily accessible path that spans the entire perimeter! You’ll find an Amphitheatre, playground, outdoor gym equipment, picnic tables and plenty of wildlife!
Mt Cannibal
At a grand 230m above the ground, Mt Cannibal is an impressive mountain to conquer! The hike trail is a 2.3km loop that takes you to multiple look outs - one of which has views of Gumbuya World! The track is steep with plenty of stairs and certainly gets the blood pumping! It is said to take the loop anti-clockwise for the easiest route and is considered suitable for kids of all ages and fitness levels!
