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Sydney · New South Wales · Australia

Port Stephens Experience-Mandarin Speaking

Starting From From $143.95 per person Current Project Expedition rate
12 Hours 3.69 / 5 0 reviews Easy activity level Single Day Group Tour Operated by Brighton Coach
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The Experience

What your day looks like

As you depart the Sydney CBD you will be amazed by the stunning views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, the Sydney Opera House and the worlds's most beautiful harbour, Sydney Harbour. Now its time to sit back and relax as we travel north along the M1 Freeway through the pictureque Hawkesbury River catchment towards Port Stephens a marine wonderland of Dolphins and spectacular sand dunes. As we leave the M1 freeway and enter the Port Stephens local government area, we are entering the traditional lands of the local indigenous people the "Worimi". Ok now its time to board your boat to experience a marine wonderland with Moonshadow TQC cruises, the largest dolphin cruise company in NSW. Port Stephens is home to 160 bottle nose dolphins, one of the most beautiful marine mammals on the planet. There are heaps of other marine wildlife to see on the cruise from pelicans to seaeagles and even the occassional seal. You will experience 90 minutes of the blue blue waters of Port Stephens with expert commentary from Moonshadow's skippers. In the warmer months you can take a pluge in the boomnet at the rear of the boat. Make sure take plenty of photos to capture these magic moments. After the dolphin cruise customer will have free time to explore Nelson Bay and purchase for lunch. Lunch cost will be on customers' own. After lunch we travel 10 minutes down the road to the world famous Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary. This is a multi-million dollar rehabilitation facility for Koalas that are injured in their own habitat. Once the koalas are fully recovered and able to fend for themselves they are released back into the wild. Our last experience in Port Stephens is at the Stockton Beach sand dunes for sandboarding with Port Stephens 4WD Tours. The Stockton Beach sand dunes are the largest mobile sand dunes in the southern hemishere. Sandboarding is suitable for all ages from toddlers to grandparents. It is refered to as 'soft adventure however it is hardcore family fun. Now its time to hop back on board your coach and relax on your journey back to Sydney. I'm sure when you arrive back in Sydney you will go "Wow, that was one perfect day!"

At a Glance

The experience, in brief

  • Enjoy the scenic drive from Sydney to Nelson Bay at Port Stephens
  • Allinclusive day tour with dolphins, koala, beach 4WD & sandboarding
  • Be immersed in wildlife sightseeing
Detailed Itinerary

The journey, in full

- 6:45 am – Pickup from Central Station - 7:00 am - pick up Furama Darling Harbour Hotel - 10:00 am – Arrive Nelson Bay for Dolphin cruise (10:30 am) - 12:00 pm –Nelson Bay Enjoy free time and lunch time in Nelson Bay to explore the waterfront, shops, and cafés. Lunch will be at the customer’s own expense. 1:00 pm – Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary Visit this world-class facility dedicated to the preservation and rehabilitation of wild koalas. Stroll the Sanctuary Story Walk, see the impressive Koala Hospital, and walk the SKYwalk for rare treetop views of koalas in their natural habitat. 2:15 pm – 4WD & Sandboarding Adventure Arrive at the largest moving sand dune system in the Southern Hemisphere. Join an exhilarating 4WD ride along the coastline, then glide down towering sand dunes during your sandboarding experience. 3:30 pm – Depart Port Stephens. 7:00 pm – Arrive Back in Sydney - drop off at Central Station or Furama Hotel.

Your Itinerary

Your day, step by step

Day 1

Sydney

City/Town Tour.

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Sydney

Sightseeing at Sydney Harbour Bridge.

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Sydney

Sightseeing at Sydney Harbour.

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Sydney

Sandboarding.

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Sydney

Boating.

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Sydney

Wine Tasting.

Before You Go

What to know before booking

Included

- 1.5 hr Dolphin Cruise - Sandboarding - Koala Sanctuary - Coach Return Transfer - Mandarin-speaking driver guide/tour guide

Not Included

Tips and gratuity Hotel pick-up

What to Bring

Comfortable casual clothing & footwear Swimmers & a towel if you want to swim or use the boom net Sunglasses, hat & sun cream are recommended Camera Dress warmer for winter trips

Meeting & Pickup

Pick up from Sydney Central Station and Rydges World Square Hotel

Languages Offered

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Planning Notes

Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Automatic

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