QUAD BIKING ON THE SAND DUNES

This is an adventure filled activity which is so much fun. Suitable for all ages 12+

With 2 operators to choose from there is plenty of room for everyone.

www.sanddunesadventures.com.au

www.quadbikeking.com.au

4WD Sand board Adventure Tours

The largest living sand dunes in the Southern Hemisphere are a natural wonder of the world and Port Stephens.

The sand dunes are stunning and a must see when visiting Anna Bay. The 4WD tours offer a shuttle service so you can be on the dunes for as long as you like.

www.portstephens4wd.com.au 

www.4wdtoursrus.com.au

4WD TAG ALONG TOURS

Learn how to safely 4WD in the sand dunes as well as recovery tips and tricks. Great for those wanting the get into 4WDing for the first time

www.4wdtour.com.au

HORSE RIDE TOURS

Sahara Trails is a family run business in Anna Bay. Offering a great range of tours for the beginners through to the advanced riders. This is a beautiful way to explore the bush and the beaches of Port Stephens

1 Hr Bus Ride

1 Hr Beach Ride

1.5 Hr Beach & Dune

www.saharatrails.com.au

CAMEL RIDES ON THE SAND DUNES

This is an amazing experience which is so peaceful and a great photo opportunity.

www.oakfieldranch.com.au

Dolphin and Whale Watch Cruises

Port Stephens is home to a large Dolphin population living in Nelson Bay. These beautiful peaceful creatures make their way around the clear blue waterways looking for food. Dolphin Cruises are on daily with various departure times.

The Whale watch cruises are available between May – November during the Humpbacks annual migration North to have their calves and then again on the return trip to Antarctica. This is a magical experience and makes you realise just how big this creatures really are.

www.moonshadow-tqc.com.au      www.imaginecruises.com.au

Educational Cruises

Ideal for School groups the Educational Cruises offer educational commentary specifically for the curriculum requirements required. These are include a cruise and worksheets.

www.moonshadow-tqc.com.au

SWIM WITH DOLPHINS

Immerse yourself into the world of wild dolphins. This is an up close and personal experience swimming with pods of wild dolphins just outside the headlands of Port Stephens.

This once in a lifetime experience is for the nature lover and adventure seeker. You can choose to swim or just spectate.

www.dolphinswimaustralia.com.au

PORT STEPHENS FERRY SERVICE TO TEA GARDENS

This daily service takes you across the bay to seaside town of Tea Gardens. This is a great location to walk around the local shops, have lunch at the local pub and relax. The Ferry also is a great way to see the Dolphins of Port Stephens as they swim along side the ferry.

www.portstephensbookings.com.au/activities/ferry/

KAYAKING TOURS

Exploring Port Stephens is a peaceful kayak is amazing and highly recommended. Available at both Nelson Bay and Shoal Bay you can explore the clear blue waterways.

www.portstephensecosports.com.au

Irukandji  Shark and Ray Encounters

Located right next door to The Retreat, we have a very unique educational Shark and Ray Encounters.

There are large pools and tanks with rescued sharks and ray that you can get into the tanks with. This is a very safe and controlled environment with trained staff to assist the whole way. A very unique and educational experience with a strong emphasis on conservation.

www.sharkencounters.com.au

DEEP SEA FISHING CHARTERS

Game fishing is a great way to spend the day with a group of friends. With the assistance of an expert you will be taking the best location to catch the fish of a lifetime.

www.portstephensfishing.com.au      www.letsgoadventures.com.au      

GO KARTING

Get ready for a go kart track that has all the twists and turns you are looking for. Go as fast as you can and see who can get the best lap time.

www.gokartsgo.com.au/nelson-bay

TOMAREE AQUATIC CENTRE

Our local aquatic Centre offers a kiddies play pool, 15m kids pool, 50m olympic size pool, water slide, kids parties and volley ball nets.

A great place to spend the day with the kids or to just go for a casual swim.

www.tomareeac.com.au

JET SKI HIRE NELSON BAY

30  minutes of action packed fun on the waters of Port Stephens. Explore an area the size of 2.5 football fields. No license required.

www.portstephensbookingoffice.com/jet-ski-hire/

Tailor Made Fish Farms & Cookabarra Restaurant & Function Centre

Looking for something to do on holidays in Port Stephens Nelson Bay. Why not enjoy a great meal, take a tour of our world leading sustainable Barramundi farm and feed big Barry. Interesting, Educational and Fun!

At Cookabarra we also provide an ideal place for any type of special occasion or group function as well as bus coach groups, we can cater up to 200 guests seated.

We have a great Education Program for schools Kindergarten- year 12 as well as University/Tafe groups on Sustainable Fish and Vegetable Production as well as covering Food Technology Subjects with our Restaurant on site we are able to do cooking demonstrations also.

Located on Marsh Road in Bobs Farm, 15 minutes from Nelson Bay CBD in Port Stephens.

www.cookabarra.com

Oakvale Wildlife Park & Splash Bay

If you love animals then this is one attraction you must visit. Kangaroos, Koalas, Wombats, Emu’s, Goats, Sheep and so much more.

This is a very interactive Wildlife park where you can get up close and snuggle all the animals. Suitable for all ages

www.oakvalewildlife.com.au

HUNTER VALLEY WINERY TOURS

Sit back, relax, unwind and capture every moment on your Heavenly Tours Tour. Customised to suit every occasion with pick up from The Retreat for guided tours of the Hunter Valley.

www.heavenlytours.com.au

SHOAL BAY BIKE HIRE (02) 4981 4121

The Tomaree Peninsula has a great range of bike paths which connect all the local towns. A great way to explore the local area with single and tandem bikes available.

GOLF COURSES

WWW.HORIZONS.COM.AU

WWW.NELSONBAYGOLF.COM 

WWW.PACIFICDUNES.COM.AU

David Grahams Golf Complex

This golf complex has a great range of activities to choose from for a family fun time:

• Golf Range
• Putt Putt Golf
• 9 Hole Golf
• Foot Golf
• Lazer Tag
• Batting cages
• Lazer Clay shooting
• Frisbee Golf

www.davidgrahamsgolf.com.au   (02) 4982 1960

SUPERSTRIKE TEN PIN BOWLING

A great fun activity to enjoy as a family or a group for a bit of competitive fun. Check out there school holidays specials and offers

www.superstrike.com.au

LASER TAG

CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE DUE TO RECENT BUSH FIRES 

www.battlezoneplaylive.com.au

KOALA HABITAT

Tilligerry Habitat is a favourite feeding and resting spot for local Koalas.

Tilligerry Habitat Association is a not for profit, charitable, incorporated association that manages the crown land reserve and staffs the Environment Centre.

• Free entry with map
• Easy walking tracks on gravel paths and boardwalks.
• souvenir shop
• Native birds
• Native flora
• Guided walks on local history, culture and the environment (with fee)
• Occasional koalas, Echidnas and Bandicoots

www.tilligerryhabitat.org.au

PORT STEPHENS SURF SCHOOL

Located at 4 perfect locations – One Mile Beach, Birubi Beach, Fingal Bay Beach & Dutchmans Beach in the blue water wonderland of Port Stephens.

• Group lessons
• Private Lessons
• School Camps
• Corporate team building
• High Performance Coaching
• Surfgroms

www.portstephenssurfschool.com

SNORKELING & DIVING TOURS

Enjoy the underwater world of our protected Marine Park in Nelson Bay. Perfect for all levels our marine wildlife is some of the best in world.

www.feetfirstdive.com.au    www.letsgoadventures.com.au

INNER LIGHT TEA ROOMS

The best views, location and scones in the whole of Nelson Bay are right here. Highly recommended for Morning or Afternoon tea looking straight towards the headlands and over looking the stunning Shoal Bay.

www.innerlighttearooms.com