Bringing a radiant glow to Victor Harbor’s town centre, Phosphorescence is a striking artwork by artist Marijana Tadic. Crafted from vibrant plexiglass and stainless steel, this captivating sculpture offers a visual feast during the day, while its computerised lighting transforms it into a mesmerising spectacle at night.

Inspired by nature’s most enchanting light displays—think glowing jellyfish and bioluminescent sea creatures—Phosphorescence celebrates the magic of illumination. The artist was deeply influenced by the Illuminate Festival, where she witnessed firsthand the joy, optimism, and wonder that light installations bring to people of all ages. Now, Victor Harbor has its own permanent light display, ready to be admired year-round by both locals and visitors.

The artwork’s title is drawn from journalist Julia Baird’s bestselling book, Phosphorescence, which explores the idea of finding an inner light that sustains us through life’s challenges. In the same way, this stunning sculpture invites onlookers to pause, reflect, and discover their own sense of awe and inspiration.

Standing proudly in a prominent location within Victor Harbor, Phosphorescence is more than just an artwork—it’s a beacon of light, positivity, and wonder for all who visit.

The Bluff (Longkuwar), or Rosetta Head, stands 97 metres above sea level and is one of Victor Harbor’s most iconic natural landmarks. Located 4 km southwest of town, it offers spectacular 360-degree views, with Granite Island to the east and the rugged southern coastline stretching beyond.

A one-way scenic loop road provides access for walkers and cyclists. A 600-metre loop walk from the carpark leads to the summit, where visitors can take in panoramic coastal views. From June to October, migrating whales can often be seen offshore.

On the western side of The Bluff lies Petrel Cove, a picturesque spot that marks the starting point of the famous Heysen Trail, one of Australia’s great long-distance walks.

The Ramindjeri people, the Traditional Custodians of this land, called The Bluff “Longkuwar.” They lived in the Victor Harbor area for thousands of years, drawn by the abundant sea life, including whales.

From 1837 to the 1860s, one of the region’s earliest whaling stations operated at the base of The Bluff.

The headland has a history of mining, with copper and gold discovered in the area. The Coolanine Mine was established in 1863 and briefly reopened in 1882 when lead was found, though mining was short-lived. The Bluff itself is a geological wonder, shaped by glaciers, volcanic activity, and shifting sea levels over 500 million years.

With its dramatic coastal scenery, rich Indigenous and European history, and opportunities for whale watching and hiking, The Bluff is one of Victor Harbor’s most memorable destinations.

Canoe the Coorong showcases one of South Australia’s best kept secrets. Located Just 85 km south of Adelaide finds you in the internationally recognised Coorong Wetlands where kayaking allows guests to experience the beauty of this unique waterway while gliding along at a perfect pace to take in all the Coorong has to offer, including rare and migratory birds, pelicans, long nose fur seals the mouth of the Murray River and the gorgeous sand dunes.
Join us for the ultimate in environmentally aware kayaking experiences – suitable for all ages and level of experience.

Canoe the Coorong offers guided tours of the Coorong National Park for individuals; Group bookings for schools, social groups and corporate days.

The Glacier Rock is also known as Selwyn’s Rock, and is a 500 million year old boulder transported by a glacier from the vicinity of

The Glacier Rock is also known as Selwyn’s Rock, and is a 500 million year old boulder transported by a glacier from the vicinity of Victor Harbor. A huge glacial ice sheet covered the whole of the south coast 250 million years ago. During this period Glacier Rock was dragged across the Fleurieu Peninsula by the ice helping to groove and scratch rock surfaces between Victor Harbor and Inman Valley. The grooves, scratches and crescent shaped marks on the rock surface of the Inman Valley River bed are significant evidence of the direction of the ice movement.

The first European recording of Glacier Rock was in 1859 by ARC Selwyn a geologist for the South Australian Government. It was the first European recorded discovery of glaciations in Australia. It was then rediscovered in 1897 by famous geologist Sir David Edgeworth and Dr Walter Howchin, from Sydney and Adelaide Universities. Doctor Albert Terrones Mexico pronounced Glacier (Selwyn’s) Rock as one of the largest glacial exposures in the world. Glacier Rock attracts geologists from all over the world.

Cruise from the old river port of Goolwa to discover the wetland wilderness of the Coorong National Park.

The Coorong is a 140km long lagoon system supported by fresh water flows from the River Murray and tidal movement.
Internationally known for native and migratory birdlife a place of spectacular white sand dunes, wildlife, unique flora and aboriginal history.
A place of untouched wilderness, peace and tranquillity.

The Murray River discovered by Captain Charles Sturt in 1830, Australia’s great river flows past Goolwa to end its 2,500km journey in the Southern Ocean.

The Murray Mouth where the Murray River enters the sea and separates the sand dunes of the Sir Richard and Younghusband Peninsulas about 8kms from Goolwa.

Learn how to surf and have surfing lessons from Ocean Living Surf School, located at Goolwa Beach, 80 minutes south of Adelaide CBD.

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