SYDNEY · NEW SOUTH WALES
Sydney’s best days out.
The 7 most popular port stephens day trips in Sydney. What each one actually involves, what it costs, and the operator who runs it.
Port Stephens day trip from Sydney: 90-min dolphin cruise, koalas at a rehab sanctuary, lunch, and sandboarding at Stockton Dunes.
Most Popular“Well organised, lunch was very good. great that water was provided. Stephen, our guide, was excellent. We only saw a few dolphins which were quite far from the boat, but guess that can't be helped. We were not so lucky!”
Sydney to Port Stephens: dolphin cruise, koala sanctuary, lunch, 4WD ride and sandboarding on Stockton dunes.
“The tour was extremely beautiful and truly unforgettable. Alfie was an amazing guide — very kind, knowledgeable, and passionate. He made the experience feel special and enjoyable from start to finish. I’m very grateful for such a lovely day and would highly recommend this tour.”
Port Stephens day trip from Sydney with a 4WD dune safari, sandboarding, and either a dolphin cruise or Mount Tomaree hike.
“It was a fun trip! Even tho there was a little miscommunication between the guide and the website, but they fixed the problem quickly! Just a reminder, don’t forget to do some warm up and stretching before the hike.”
Private 10-hour Port Stephens day trip from Sydney with dolphin or whale cruise options and sandboarding at Stockton Sand Dunes.
“Love this experience! Saw many dolphins and they are spectacular. Sandboarding was fun. Unfortunately no camel rides available. The guide, James is really nice. The only thing that viator could improve is to let us know we could swim in the cruise (the guides may not know since they are not allowed on the cruise)…”
Port Stephens sandboarding and a 4WD dunes safari from Sydney, plus either a dolphin cruise or Mount Tomaree summit hike.
“The guide was rude, we left late due to a fellow passenger arriving late. This tour is for families and people who are less active. We spent 30 minutes at a dirty service station. The guide argued with two of us who booked the hike over the DoRead more”
A full-day Port Stephens tour from Sydney with a dolphin cruise, wild koalas, Stockton Beach 4WD, and sandboarding. Easy, action-packed.
Private Port Stephens day trip from Sydney with a dolphin cruise in Nelson Bay, quick lookout stops, and optional sandboarding.
“Awesome experience at Port Stephens, Steve and Jonathan were awesome guide and kept us engaged throughout the tour”
The harbour, the headlands and the mountains beyond, and every way to get out into them.
