Port Stephens is a large, natural harbour in New South Wales, Australia, located about two and a half hours north of Sydney. It's part of the Port Stephens-Great Lakes Marine Park and known for its beaches, wildlife, and marine life.
08:00 Departure from Furama Darling Harbour Furama Darling Harbour: 68 Harbour St, Haymarket, Sydney NSW 2000 (previously Holiday Inn)
11:00 Head to Anna Bay for sandboarding Proceed to Anna Bay, where you'll embark on a thrilling desert sandboarding experience aboard a 4WD vehicle. Slide down the natural sand dunes, which stretch for 27 kilometers, from heights of 40-50 meters. The breathtaking scenery and exhilarating experience will leave you feeling refreshed. Depending on your physical stamina, multiple climbs are possible.
Lunch on your own
13:30 Take a dolphin watching cruise at Nelson Bay Embark on a 1.5-hour dolphin watching cruise from Nelson Bay Harbour in Port Stephens. Set sail to encounter the charming dolphins. With approximately 150 wild dolphins around Port Stephens, cruising to observe them has become an unforgettable activity. During summer, there's even a chance to get closer to the adorable bottlenose dolphins from the safety of the ship's netted enclosure at the stern, offering not only dolphin encounters but also stunning sea views.
15:00 After the cruise, returning to Sydney CBD.
19:00 Arrive at Furama Darling Harbour, end of the itinerary.
*Specific timing is subject to change based on actual conditions on the day.