A Day in Port Stephens: From Early Morning Pickup to Sunset Dune SurfingThis might be one of the most slept-on day trips from Sydney. It’s packed with everything — ATVs, dolphins, sand boarding, wildlife, and beaches — all in under 12 hours. If you're abroad in Australia and trying to squeeze in a full experience without booking a full vacation, the Port Stephens Day Tour is your answer.Here’s what the full day looks like:
You’ll get scooped in a comfy van or bus straight from Sydney. No need to plan anything — just roll out and hop on. The early start gets you into the good stuff quick.
First break is at a wildlife park where you can see (and sometimes feed) kangaroos and snap a quick pic with a koala. It’s a short stop, but a fun kickoff before the main activities start.
Next, you’ll board a catamaran for a chilled-out cruise around the bay. Port Stephens is known for wild dolphins — and they almost always show up. There’s a boom net off the back too if you want to jump in while the boat moves.
You’ll get time to eat in Nelson Bay — either pack your own or grab food at one of the restaurants right on the water. Chill beach town vibe, good fish and chips.
This is the peak of the day. You head out to the Worimi Sand Dunes — the largest moving coastal dunes in the Southern Hemisphere.
Ride ATVs across massive open sand (no loops — you actually explore)
Try sand boarding straight down the dunes
Hop on a camel for a short ride through the dunes
Full desert energy right next to the ocean
🌅 7:00 PM — Arrive Back in Sydney
You’ll be back by early evening. Shower off the sand, scroll through your photos, and realize you just did more in one day than most people do in a week.
📝 Final Take
If you're based in Sydney and looking for one big adventure without needing to plan a full weekend, Port Stephens is the move. Just book, show up, and send it for 12 hours straight.Use the FlexTrip site to find the exact tour link and lock it in before it fills up.
