What to do and see in Greater Newcastle, New South Wales: The Best Nature & Wildlife Tours

Want to swim with dolphins?? Come with us and we'll make sure you leave with a clear conscience! Dolphin Swim Australia offers the FIRST and ONLY permitted WILD DOLPHIN SWIM in New South Wales, Australia!! Become a part of the pod in the dolphins' own environment and witness true dolphin behaviour! This is a thrilling bucket list experience that you don't want to miss :-)!!

ALL TOURS ARE SUSPENDED DUE TO COVID 19 CONCERNS. NO FIRM DATE FOR REOPENING. THIS UPDATE FEB 2021. WE APOLOGISE AND THANK YOU FOR YOUR UNDERSTANDING. Enjoy the beauty of our golf course. Take great wildlife photos and learn about our wild Eastern Grey Kangaroos and other unique Australian animals while riding in a seven-passenger-seated golf cart. Your small group is led by a guide. You’ll see kangaroos up close (within a couple of metres)– yet you’ll be in a guided, safe and friendly environment. We do not feed or touch the kangaroos as they are wild. You will have the opportunity to walk amongst a mob of kangaroos, escorted safely by your guide. During December 2019 and January 2020 two half hour tours are run EVERY day at 5pm and 5:30pm. Book and pay online at the Nelson Bay Golf Club website OR directly at the Nelson Bay Golf Club reception desk. To avoid disappointment, bookings are essential as tours are extremely popular. Prices: $20 per adult, kids under 12 free.

CoastXP is a premier Hunter Coast adventure boat experience! Ocean Enthusiast Dominic May and his team operate coastal sightseeing, whale watching (Jun - Nov), cruise and event-based tours departing daily from the Honeysuckle Foreshore showcasing the breathtaking coastline of Newcastle and Lake Macquarie from a custom-built boat.

Tomaree Coastal Adventures is located in Port Stephens, NSW. We provide guided hiking tours through Tomaree National Park, Nature Play sessions for young children and bespoke school programs. Our friendly, experienced & professional guides will show you the pristine waters, endless sandy beaches, coastal forests, wetlands and rolling dunes in more remote areas of this stunning park.

We specialise in small group tours and charters of up to 11 people, taking in the sights and experiences of the Hunter Valley, Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, and Port Stephens. We provide transfers to and from your location, to be driven safely and comfortably to the destination of your choice in our new mini bus. Airport, Business & Community Group transport also available.

At Port Stephens Beach Fishing Safaris we take you in 4wds to remote beaches to learn to fish with our expert guides. We provide all fishing equipment, chairs and a cold drink during the 4 hrs on the beach. We see alot of wild life such as dingos, dolphins and whales. Your expert guide will teach you everything you need to know.

Full Day Private Group Tours of the Central Coast & Surrounding areas. e.g. DOWN UNDER EXPERIENCE: Full Day Private Group Tour (min 4 people)$130pp. children $50pp. 1: Pickup from Sydney North Shore or Central Coast at 8am 2: Transport to the Australian Reptile Park, explore the park 9am till 1pm. 3: Guided tour through ECO Gardens – 40 mins 4: Visit Somersby Waterfalls 5: Return 5pm

Sand Dune Safaris offers a number of Adventure Tours in one of their purpose built 4WD vehicles on the magnificent Stockton Sand Dunes! Tours are taken across the magnificent Stockton Sand Dunes (the largest moving sand dunes in the Southern Hemisphere), and are safe and informative. Discover the history and culture within this amazing ecosystem! Highlights include Tin City and Sand Boarding. Fun for all ages! Sand Dune Safaris are fully licensed and accredited in accordance with the NSW Dept. of Tranposrt and are members of the Stockton Bight Dune Operators Association.

Snorkel and Dive Safari Swansea is a RAID dive center,located less than 100m from Swansea Bridge.The Swansea store is literally on the door step of one of NSW's best shore dives, making it cheap and easy to dive. The bridge structure has created a significant and important artificial reef that attracts an abundance of marine life, making it a great site for all diver levels.

Lake Macquaries Water Sports Headquarters. Sharing our love of the region and opening the lake to travelers. Offering Boat hire, Kayak Hire, SUP Hire and watersports equipment sales. Boat hire for those without and with a licence, boats for all skills. Boats for group of up to 12.