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Port Stephens Guided One Day Tour in English or Mandarin | Sydney

Private Day Trips
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12 hours

Explore the blue water paradise of Port Stephens and go sandboarding on the world's largest moving coastal sand dunes! 

  • Embark on a 1.5 hour Dolphin Discovery cruise on Port Stephens
  • See the famous Stockton Sand Dunes, the world’s largest moving coastal sand dunes 
  • Depart from Sydney and enjoy a round-trip transfer service
  • Observe wild koalas in their natural habitat at the Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary

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Options

[Guaranteed Departure] Port Stephens Experience One Day Tour (includes activities) — English Guided Tour

[Guaranteed Departure] Port Stephens Experience One Day Tour (includes activities) — Mandarin Guided Tour

[Guaranteed Departure] Port Stephens Experience One Day Tour (includes activities) — English Guided Tour

Inclusions

  • Sydney–Port Stephens roundtrip transfers

  • 4WD and sand boarding experience

  • Dolphin Discovery cruise on Port Stephens

  • See wild Koalas at the Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary

  • Bottled water and a snack

  • Aussie lunch

Exclusions

  • Insurance

  • Personal expenses

  • Other expenses not mentioned above

Additional Info

  • Please be informed before purchasing: Most tours are conducted in one selected guide language. But due to operational needs, sometimes may be conducted in multiple languages without prior notice. This may impact the tour experience and does not qualify for a refund

From$147.37Per Person

What's included in Port Stephens Guided One Day Tour in English or Mandarin | Sydney

(Subject to Option Inclusions)

Itinerary

07:00

Depart Sydney and travel across the Sydney Harbour Bridge for a scenic drive along the spectacular NSW Central Coast. Short comfort stop en route

10:30

Arrive on the traditional lands of the Worimi people in the tranquil coastal village of Nelson Bay. Depart on 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

Arrive on the traditional lands of the Worimi people in the tranquil coastal village of Nelson Bay. Depart on 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
12:15

Enjoy a delicious Aussie lunch in a beautiful natural setting! Vegetarian options are available to suit all preferences

13:00

Depart Nelson Bay and travel to the Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary which supports the long-term rehabilitation, preservation and conservation of koalas in the wild. This $ 10 million project has been jointly funded by the NSW State Government and the Port Stephens council to provide care for sick, injured or orphaned Koalas with the aim of releasing them back into the wild. Brighton Tours proudly supports the conservation and preservation efforts of the Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary having adopted several wild koalas in their care. Our visit here today will make a direct contribution to the preservation of wild Koalas in Port Stephens.

Depart Nelson Bay and travel to the Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary which supports the long-term rehabilitation, preservation and conservation of koalas in the wild. This $ 10 million project has been jointly funded by the NSW State Government and the Port Stephens council to provide care for sick, injured or orphaned Koalas with the aim of releasing them back into the wild. Brighton Tours proudly supports the conservation and preservation efforts of the Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary having adopted several wild koalas in their care. Our visit here today will make a direct contribution to the preservation of wild Koalas in Port Stephens.
14:00

Depart the Koala Sanctuary for the sand dunes and a 4WD adventure

Depart the Koala Sanctuary for the sand dunes and a 4WD adventure
14:15

Our final stop is at the world-renowned Stockton sand dunes, a coastal desert that is 32km long and the largest mobile sand dune system in the southern hemisphere. Meet your friendly drivers from Port Stephens 4WD Tours, and board a 19-seater 4WD red bus for the 2km drive to “The Dunes”. Now it’s time for Adventure as you sand board down the huge sand dunes that make up this idyllic setting

Our final stop is at the world-renowned Stockton sand dunes, a coastal desert that is 32km long and the largest mobile sand dune system in the southern hemisphere. Meet your friendly drivers from Port Stephens 4WD Tours, and board a 19-seater 4WD red bus for the 2km drive to “The Dunes”. Now it’s time for Adventure as you sand board down the huge sand dunes that make up this idyllic setting
15:30

Depart for Sydney

19:00

Arrive back in Sydney

*Please note that the above times are for reference only, exact times may vary due to travel and under driver guide arrangements*

Food and Drinks

Lunch

— What You Can Expect —

Experience nature at its best on this full day tour to picturesque Port Stephens, acoastal 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 and 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.

Inclusions

  • A minimum of 6 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 7 day(s) before the departure date
  • Please arrive at the designated location 15 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
  • Please note there won't be any waiting policy. In an event of latecomers, the provider reserves the rights to leave without them and the ticket will be forfeited
  • Travel times are subject to change due to weather and traffic. Any changes will be made in the best interest and safety of passengers
  • The service provider reserves the rights to cancel any tours due to lack of passengers
  • Please bring and wear: casual clothing and footwear, swimmers and a towel (if you want to swim or use the boom net), sunglasses, a hat, suncream, a camera, and dress warmer for the winter months
  • Please must provide a reachable contact number and email at the time of booking, so the tour operator can send departure notices, driver guide and phone number to you one day before departure(If you don't receive it by 16:00, please contact Brighton Coach([email protected])to get the information)

Meet

Venues

  • Central Station Western Forecourt Coach Bay 9
    The upper level of Central Station (the same level as Grand Concourse and the information centre)
    Between06:30 - 06:45
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  • Furama Darling Harbour
    Furama Darling Harbour Hotel (former Holiday Inn Darling Harbour)
    Between06:45 - 07:00
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Meeting / End Points

  • Port Stephens

Policies

Purchase Summary

  • Please note for infants aged 0-2 no seats and no meal will be provided
  • Passengers aged 13 to 17 must be accompanied by a paying passenger over the age of 18 
  • All passengers in the same booking must depart from the same pick-up point and return to the same drop-off point 
  • Please select your pick-up and drop-off location at the time of booking 
  • Reserved seating is not available; seating is based on a first-come, first-served basis 
  • The consumption of alcohol is not permitted on board the coach 
  • The service provider will not be held liable for any loss or damage to passengers' belongings
  • Please note that the pick-up time on this page is for reference only, the exact pick-up time will be confirmed on the voucher
  • Please must provide a reachable contact number and email at the time of booking, so the tour operator can send departure notices, driver guide and phone number to you one day before departure
  • Please do not drink and drive. Drinking under the age of 18 is strictly prohibited and excessive drinking is harmful to your health
  • During peak holiday season, travellers may experience longer queues at attractions or restrooms. Please must follow the guide's instructions and timing advice. Any potential impact or shortened stay may affect the tour experience and is not refundable

Redemption Period

The voucher must be redeemed on the selected date and within operating hours; Invalid after expiration

Redeem

Ticket Redemption

Redeem your voucher at the meeting point