Galmisdale Bay

Central Highlands


The cafe-bar above the ferry pier is the social hub of the community, and serves tasty, great-value soups, salads and sandwiches, plus hot lunch specials. Opening hours differ from day to day; in winter they coincide with ferry arrivals and departures.


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