Port Stephens Experience: Incredible Adventure, Wild by Nature

Overview

Available languages

Chinese

English

12 hours

Mobile ticket

Experience nature at its best on this full day tour to picturesque Port Stephens, a coastal paradise known for its stunning beaches, pristine waters and incredible wildlife, just 2.5 hours north of Sydney’s CBD. Be immersed in nature up close as you join a dolphin watching cruise, see wild Koalas in their natural habitat. Next take part in a 4WD

and sandboarding adventure on the largest mobile sand dune system in the Southern Hemisphere. After a perfect day mixing nature in the wild with incredible adventure you will return knowing you have witnessed something truly unique.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Specialized infant seats are available

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Return Coach Transport from Sydney to Port Stephens

Bottled water

Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary admission

Dolphin Discovery Cruise with Moonshadow Cruises on Port Stephens Marine Park

Aussie Style Lunch

Sand Boarding on Stocktons sand Dunes

Sandboards are provided at the Stockton Beach Sand Dunes.

Complimentary snacks return journey with Brighton Coach

4WD experience on Birubi Beach

Personal Expenses

Travel Insurance

What To Expect

Nelson Bay

Visting the the traditional lands of the Worimi people you will spend the day in the Port Stephens area known for its stunning beaches, pristine waters and incredible wildlife, just 2.5 hours north of Sydney’s CBD. A favourite holiday destination for Australians this location has it all: beautiful beaches, incredible wild animals and many entertaining and adventurous ways to spend the day.

5 hours•Admission Not Applicable

Enjoy a 90-minute Dolphin Discovery Cruise with Moonshadow Cruises on the turquoise blue waters of Port Stephens, a veritable marine wonderland. This extraordinary natural harbour is home to some 140 bottle nose dolphins who will entrance you by their playful and intelligent nature as they frolic around the boat or surf the bow waves. Be mindful to also look out for other wildlife including pelicans, sea eagles, the occasional seal and of course humpback whales during the winter months. In the warmer months you might want to bring a swimming costume to take a plunge in the boom net at the rear of the boat - just make sure you have a change of clothes. Enjoy the lunch on cruise with beautiful surroundings. Vegetarian option available.

1 hour 30 minutes•Admission Included

Options

2025 Price

Duration: 12 hours
Aussie Local Food as Lunch
Coach/bus

Port Stephens Experience : Incredible Adventure, Wild by Nature

Reviews

4.79

154 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

133

The sand boarding and...
Warren B,
Jun 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00
The sand boarding and dunes were the best. Chen our tour guide was also cool and sociable. Port Steven's also has a welcoming and friendly culture.
Great experience! The...
Naim Y,
Jun 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Great experience! The tour itself is well organized with varied activities, you never feel rushed which is nice. The tour guide Gordon was amazing and made this truly special. Highly recommend.
Great full day trip from...
Lisa L,
Mar 17, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Great full day trip from Sydney to Port Stephens!! Saw dolphins in the Bay , Koalas in the sanctuary and went sand boarding on the beautiful sand dunes of Birubi Beach!! Bus ride was long but comfortable. Gordon was a great tour guide and bus driver!!
Great tour.
Dennis W,
Mar 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Chen was a great guide. He was able to speak both English and mandarin so was understandable by all of the people on the tour. We saw a pod a pod of dolphins (which is the main reason why we were on the tour…lol). Overall, a great tour.
It was a long , but quiet...
ShinMargaret C,
Mar 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00
It was a long , but quiet and comfortable drive. The trip was really fun, mixing with encountering with wild life’s , doing sand dunes boarding. The lunch was fresh salads and delicious fish . The tour guide did a wonderful job in guiding the trip.