Port Stephens

Only a 2.5 hour drive from Sydney city centre, Port Stephens is an idyllic beach getaway, home to the largest moving coastal sand dunes in the Southern Hemisphere and Australia's dolphin capital, with over 140 bottlenose dolphins!

See Wild Dolphins

The Dolphin Capital of Australia is home to around 140 resident bottlenose dolphins, you can even take a swim with these amazing creatures with the state's only wild dolphin swim experience.

Sand Dune Adventure

Quad bike or sandboard to your hearts’ content on the largest moving coastal sand dunes in the Southern Hemisphere. Want to go slower? You can also ride camels on the dunes.

Take a Hike

Make the trek to Tomaree Head Summit, where between April to November, it’s the perfect lookout as majestic whales migrate along Port Stephens’ beautiful coastline.

Waterfront Restaurants

Enjoy a stunning Port Stephens sunset at one of its waterfront restaurants as you savour grilled fresh local seafood, paired with one of New South Wales' fantastic wines.

Oakvale Wildlife Park

Oakvale Wildlife Park ensures a fun, safe, educational and value for money experience for the whole family whilst keeping things as hands-on as possible.

Family Fun Experiences

Get up close to the world’s largest stingrays at Irukandji Shark & Ray Encounters. Let your little ones learn all about the surrounding seas with an interactive experience.