Top New South Wales Extreme Sports

Discover the Stockton Bight Sand Dunes, the largest moving sand dunes in the Southern Hemisphere, while visiting Port Stephens. Instructors get you set up, teach you different sandboarding techniques, and supervise your experience. With everything provided for you, from transport to equipment, all you have to worry about is having fun.

Go for a ride down the Port Stephens Sand Dunes on this guided sandboarding tour on Stockton Beach. First, ride up the coastal sand dunes in off-road 4WD vehicles before sliding down the dunes, which reach up to 131 feet (40 meters) high. Receive a safety briefing and instructions before sandboarding. The tour is suitable for all ages.

Stockton Beach in Port Stephens is part of the Worimi National Park and renowned for its towering white sand dunes. On this tour, enjoy round-trip transport to the dunes by 4WD and spend as long as you like sandboarding with an unlimited pass. Shuttle buses leave regularly so you can arrive and leave at a time that suits you.

Soar through the treetops on 14 exhilarating ziplines, up to 25 meters high Test your skills, balance, and courage on over 90 aerial challenges Explore a variety of exciting obstacles, including swaying bridges and tightropes Enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding forest canopy and beyond Embark on a thrilling treetop journey in the heart of the Coffs Harbour region

Learning to surf on your own means guessing at technique and trying to access equipment—difficult to arrange on vacation. Book a small-group lesson at Bondi Beach with a local instructor to cover surf and safety basics, warm-up, paddling, catching waves, and standing up. All the gear is included, so you can turn up and get straight in the water.

Sightseeing around Circular Quay doesn’t have to mean slow ferries and crowded lookouts. This high-speed jet boat ride rockets you across Sydney Harbour for a thrilling spin on classic views. Snap photos of the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge before your captain shifts gears into spins, slides, and power maneuvers.

Jump onboard Ocean Extreme's smallest most personal vessel for a unique boutique whale watching experience. This vessel has a capacity of only 12 passengers making it the smallest whale watching tour available in Sydney. Experience the thrill of whale watching on a small RIB, offering an intimate and exhilarating adventure that larger vessels can't match. Our high-speed boat ensures you reach prime whale-watching areas quickly, maximizing your time with these magnificent creatures. The tour is led by an experienced crew who provide informative commentary on the whales' behaviors and the marine environment. This unique combination of speed, comfort, and expert guidance ensures an unforgettable and immersive whale-watching experience.

Skydiving on your own takes training and certification most travelers don't have. Strap in with an instructor for a tandem jump over Coffs Harbour instead, taking in the coastline and the Solitary Islands Marine Reserve from the air before you land on the beach. Suitable for first-timers and experienced jumpers alike, with your instructor handling the technical side throughout.

The Sydney Opera House is one of Australia’s most famous landmarks—but much of it remains hidden to visitors without tickets to a performance. This guided walking tour offers a closer look inside the UNESCO World Heritage–listed building, with access to spaces typically reserved for showgoers. As you explore, your guide shares entertaining stories about the venue’s design, history, and the productions that bring it to life.

Experience the thrill of a tandem skydive, and enjoy views of New South Wales' spectacular coastline, lakes and hinterland. Taking off from Belmont Airport, fly high above the Hunter Region of the North Coast before free-falling at speeds of more than 130 mph (220 kph) with your tandem guide. Feel your adrenaline pumping as you race toward the earth, then experience a peaceful parachute descent.

Beyond Ballooning is a family owned and operated business based right here in the Hunter Valley. Our flight team are local to the valley and have a true passion for ballooning and providing the best hot air balloon experience in Australia. Hot air ballooning started in the Hunter Valley over 40 years ago and Beyond Ballooning have set the benchmark in excellence in all aspects of the ballooning experience ensuring a memorable morning during every minute.

Experience Sydney Harbour in a unique way: during a 30-minute wild ride on 'Thunder', a jet boat capable of slides, twists, wave riding, and fishtails. Enjoy some sightseeing between tricks with views of Luna Park, Taronga Zoo, Sydney Opera House, Rose Bay and other famous Harbour landmarks.

Breathe in the fresh air of the Cumberland State Forest from up high Escape the hustle and bustle of the city on a quick forest retreat Stay safe with top-notch gear and the guidance of your instructors Feel the thrill of walking among the lush canopy of Pennant Hills

Join a hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour by double-decker bus to discover the highlights of Sydney and Bondi Beach. Enjoy unobstructed views and recorded onboard commentary as you travel along two routes to top destinations including the Harbour Bridge, Opera House, Darling Harbour, and Bondi Beach. Go in-depth wherever you like by hopping off the bus to explore. Experience the city’s most noteworthy attractions at your own pace.

Harbour Jet is Sydney’s original and first jet boat operation in Australia and is the only jet boat departing Darling Harbour! Experience the thrill of Harbour Jet as it races past some of Sydney's most famous landmarks! With 360-degree spins, wild fishtails and incredible power brake stops, this experience can be wet and wild but loads of fun! Similar to the 30-minute Jet Blast, this ride also goes out towards Sydney Heads where you can experience the ocean swells at full throttle! - Zoom around the harbour at speeds of up to 75 km/hr - Experience awesome jet boat stunts and learn interesting facts about Sydney’s most famous landmarks - Ride past the Opera House, Harbour Islands, the exclusive suburbs of Watsons Bay and Rose Bay, Taronga Zoo, Luna Park and under the Harbour Bridge - Awesome beats played via Surround Sound while you ride

The only PRIVATE 35-minute luxury helicopter tour in Sydney. You are NOT sharing with anyone else; you are renting your own exclusive R44 helicopter and pilot! - Soar past the iconic Sydney Opera House - Fly 500ft above the Sydney Harbour Bridge - Enjoy breathtaking views of the city skyline, parks, and sparkling harbour waters - Get a glimpse of Eastern Suburbs Each flight is unique and unforgettable. Led by experienced pilots, this adventure is perfect for couples, families, or anyone seeking an extraordinary aerial experience. Customise your tour to include stunning views of the Northern and Southern beaches, or venture into the majestic Blue Mountains for a truly jaw-dropping natural spectacle. IMPORTANT: Max combined passenger weight 270 kg

Get the opportunity to dive among grey nurse sharks, stingrays, and sea turtles on this beginner scuba dive at the Sea Life Sydney Aquarium. Book your passes ahead for this popular tour, which includes a full scuba training session, use of all gear, and supervision by a guide as you dive in the huge aquarium.

There’s more to Byron Bay than its surf beaches and markets. With this tour, escape the typical tourist trail and discover little-known spots that locals love. Cool off with a swim and spot turtles at Killen Falls, then admire views of Lake Ainsworth and discover the unique healing properties of the Tea Tree lake. Finally, enjoy a guided bushwalk through Broken Head Nature Reserve and seek out hidden viewpoints, beaches, and cliff jumping sites.

Many tours of the Blue Mountains depart from Sydney, meaning you spend almost as much time driving as sightseeing. This handy day tour starts from Katoomba or other Blue Mountains towns, so is ideal for independent travelers in the region. Visit some of the best lookouts and landmarks, and learn about the history and culture of this scenic region. Includes a filling lunch from a Blue Mountains eatery.

Gain a comprehensive introduction to Sydney on a private sightseeing tour, a personalized experience ideal for first-time visitors. Navigate the city alongside a private guide and tick off Sydney highlights such as Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, and The Rocks. Plus, stop for morning tea and relish the convenience of hotel pickup and drop-off.

The Blue Mountains is a beautiful area to explore but if you want to get up close and embark upon a real adventure, book this guided abseiling and canyon tour. The first half of the day is spent abseiling, beginning with small cliffs and building up to those more challenging ones. After an included lunch walk to the start of the canyon, wade into a creek, and jump into a rock pool. After some exhilarating water jumps and swims, abseil out of the canyon and into the rock pool below.

Join a morning or afternoon excursion to Manly to snorkel in the calm waters of Cabbage Tree Bay Aquatic Reserve. Just a short hop from Sydney, see diverse marine life on a guided snorkeling tour from Shelly Beach. After a swim test, your guide leads your small group into the water from the beach, so you can snorkel with confidence. Also stroll along the headland for great Northern Beaches views.

Experience the wonder of the wilderness on this full-day private Blue Mountains tour from Sydney. Leave the city lights far behind as you journey into the lush valleys, waterfalls, gorges, mountains, and forests that have shaped life here for tens of thousands of years. You can also opt to add on a visit to Featherdale Wildlife Park or swing by Scenic World and take a trip on the cable car.

Cruise the ocean waters to look for humpback and southern right whales as they migrate between Antarctica and the Great Barrier Reef. Your whale-watching experience starts from Sydney Harbour and heads to the open ocean on a custom-built catamaran with large viewing windows and spacious decks that provide excellent sightlines. Often, dolphins, seabirds, and other marine animals make an appearance during the whale-watching tour, which lasts a couple of hours.