Activities and Attractions

Fishing boat on the Hastings River

You can simply laze away the days on Port Macquarie's 13 beaches, or you can engage in any number of land, air and water-based activities.

On land consider bushwalks, a trip to Timbertown in Wauchope, visits to heritage buildings, koala parks, rainforest areas, vineyards, or take a camel ride.

In the air, for something different, consider parawhaling (parasailing while whale watching). Or ride a fighter jet or a seaplane, go tandem skydiving or experience hang gliding.

With all the activities available to Port Macquarie visitors, plus the town's cultural and historical attractions, you certainly won't want for choice.

Surfing, diving, cruising

In the water, Port Macquarie prides itself on its network of rivers, canals and lakes, and the Pacific. Almost every conceivable type of water sports or activity is available.

Go surfing, water skiing, sailing, sailboarding, deep sea fishing, scuba diving, kayaking.

Enjoy river, everglades or sea cruises, or rent your own craft and go on a water discovery tour.

Or go fishing, from shore or on a boat, for bream, blackfish, tailor, whiting, flathead....

Don't forget to visit the tourist information centre on the corner of Clarence and Hay Sts, to explore your holiday activity options.

• Where to Stay in Port Macquarie

Sydney Daytrips
North to Port Stephens or the Hunter
South to the Coast or Mountains
West to the Blue Mountains

New South Wales Coastal Destinations
Newcastle: Between River and Sea
Byron Bay: Sun, Surf and a Laid-Back Lifestyle
Jervis Bay: South of Sydney