Top Newcastle Outdoor Activities

Enjoy a quad bike ride on the Worimi Sand Dunes, located a short drive to Port Stephens. Receive instruction on quad biking from your guide, then zip around the largest coastal Sand Dunes in the Southern Hemisphere. You also learn about local Aboriginal history and culture.

Book ahead for front-row views of the Hunter Coast and its marine life on this cruise from Newcastle. Save time and avoid missing out by prebooking, and absorb the panoramas as you cruise along the coast. Watch for dolphins, seabirds, and turtles; sail by coastal forts, cliffs, and beaches; and cruise up-close to the caves at Caves Beach, all as a guide shares background. Photos of your trip are included.

Prebook to save time and see humpback whales in their natural habitat on this whale-spotting cruise from Newcastle. Board an eco-tourism boat and hit the open waters to observe humpbacks in the wild, learning about their natural behaviors via the commentary as the boat maintains a respectful distance. Plus, watch for dolphins and seals, and admire the coastal scenery as you hear details on local landmarks, culture, and history.

Let’s Roam is the #1 app-led scavenger hunt company. Walk to all the best landmarks and hidden gems, answering trivia questions and solving challenges. Work with your team or compete against them, as you learn new facts and create memorable experiences. Let’s Roam Scavenger Hunts are great as an everyday activity, or for bachelorette parties, birthday parties, corporate team building events and more! Each player chooses an interactive role, with challenges varying by person.

Your local pilot will keep you well informed of all the top Newcastle sights including ANZAC Memorial walk, Bar Beach, Merewether Baths and McDonald Jones Stadium. Departing from Newcastle Harbour you'll instantly be treated to amazing views of the Newcastle forsehore and coastline. There's no better way to see the sights of Newcastle then from the air!

With epic aerial views out your window, you’ll see all eight of Newcastle’s pristine beaches, Redhead Bluff and Glenrock National Park as the helicopter swoops over the postcard perfect coastline. There are plenty more breathtaking sights packed into your 30 minute helicopter flight, including Australia’s largest saltwater lagoon, Lake Macquarie. From there you can see Belmont township, Blacksmiths Beach and the vivid sand island patterns of the beautiful Swansea Channel. Soar over the lake to scope out the locally renowned Pulbah Island, Warners Bay, Blackbutt Reserve and Shortland Wetlands, before flying all the way down to Catherine Hill Bay. This is one of the most perfect beaches in the world and it looks even better from above. Between the coastal sights, the cityscape skyline and the exhilarating feeling of flying over it all, your helicopter ride will be an experience packed with excitement, so book your seat now!

The name says it all, in our select half day tour you will discover the best Newcastle has to offer, on a custom-painted very "Newy" bike. We take in the major sights of Nobbys Beach and surrounds, continuing along the harbour to check out our street-art scene before heading to the suburbs. The is a premium tour inclusive of local food and beverage tastings throughout. Next we 'go local', peeling back a layer of Newcastle's history, sampling some of our makers’ finest produce. At each stop you will learn about how it makes up the essence of Newcastle, contributing to the fabric of our great coastal city. We are spoilt for choice and whilst some venues are availability dependent, some things may change from time-to-time pending weather conditions, venue operations and ad hoc events we don't want you to miss.

Tomaree Coastal Adventure's 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.

Tomaree Coastal Adventure's 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.

Enjoy up to 40-minute scenic flight time over Newcastle and the Hunter Valley Wine Region with pilot commentary, photo opportunities and a glass of wine per person along with a la carte lunch at a Hunter Valley restaurant.

Take off for an epic 40-45 minute scenic helicopter flight and check out the beautiful coastline from Newcastle over Stockton Beach to Port Stephens. You’ll be able to cover a lot of ground during your extensive flight time, so prepare to be amazed by the iconic Australian coastal landscape. Head over the eastern boundaries of the bay and soak up views of Anna Bay, Fingal Lighthouse, Mount Tomaree National Park, Hawks Nest and more. Your helicopter flight will sweep right over Stockton Beach at about 500 feet, so you can scope out the sand dunes, tin city, and the remains of a giant shipwreck that crashed ashore decades ago. Stockton Beach is home to the largest mobile sand dunes in the southern hemisphere and was the location used for several scenes in the 1979 movie Mad Max, so it’s definitely a sight to see. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to see the Newcastle, Stockton Beach and Port Stephens coastline and enjoy an unforgettable adventure.

We offer the only female private surf classes in the area. You will get personal approach and improve your surfing way faster than in open classes.

Just a short drive from Port Stephens, take a 1.5-hour quad bike tour that includes a sand boarding experience and an introduction to local Aboriginal culture. Ride the quad bike and go sand boarding at the Worimi Sand Dunes, the largest coastal sand dunes in the southern hemisphere. From the top the high dunes, take in panoramic views and learn about the traditional occupants of this land on the north coast of New South Wales.

Passing by all of Newcastle’s eight beaches, Redhead bluff and the Glen Rock National Park, we follow the rugged coastline down to Australia’s largest saltwater lagoon, Lake Macquarie. Keep your eyes peeled as you may spot a range of marine life enjoying there playground below. From there, you’ll head back towards the best views of the City and surroundings. The breathtaking view is something that really makes you love where we live!

Play real golf on courses from around the world, you simply hit a regular golf ball into the large screen on which a hi-tech video projector displays the high resolution image of the selected course. The picture changes automatically depending on the length and position of your shot. Once the ball has hit the screen, a simulated ball flight takes over showing exactly where your ball flies through a sophisticated ball-flight measurement system as you play shot after shot. It's just like playing real golf but indoors! Private golf lessons are available from a qualified golf instructor within the airconditioned and licensed venue.

Yoga + wine experiences marry the best of both worlds giving you exercise and relaxation with the yoga class and enjoyment and indulgence with the wine tasting and cheese and fruit platter. Depending on bookings this event can be private. Please message us to know more.

When your cruise ship docks in Newcastle, see the best of coastal New South Wales in a day on this private shore excursion. Visit the Australian Wildlife and Reptile Park—home to native species including kangaroos and wallabies—explore the seaside town of Gosford, and discover top natural attractions including Norah Head and Soldiers Beach. With all entry fees and transportation included, see what makes this corner of Australia special.