Port Stephens Insiders Guide

What to do in Port Stephens in winter: Beaches, coffee, wine and whales.

As we stand on a rocky headland overlooking the Pacific Ocean, we spot a whale and its calf. Moments later we see another, and then another; their distinctive spouts alerting us to their presence. Excitedly, we rush inside our beach house at Fishermans Bay, little realising the show has only just begun.

Shake off the winter blues and escape to Port Stephens

There’s a lot to love about Port Stephens in any season… like pristine beaches, whales, dolphins, bushwalking, cycling, sailing, fishing, golf, fine dining, fresh produce, wineries, breweries, sliding down sand dunes, quad-biking, horse riding, waterfront dining, spectacular sunsets great service and friendly people.

Top 10 Port Stephens Adventure Activities

Winter is both the season and the reason to get moving on your must-do, destination-adventure list and experience the fun and adrenaline that Port Stephens has to offer.

The hidden tastes of Port Stephens

As cool weather rolls in and the big crowds move on, the scene is set for some very special food escapes to Port Stephens – where the order of the day on our coastal food trail and local menus is sublime small-farm produce, artisan beer and our famous Port Stephens Seafood - all enjoyed straight from the source!

Insider's top tips for a Port Stephens winter escape

Port Stephens is known as the blue water paradise and popular with beachgoers in summer, but it’s also the go-to destination in winter to see humpback whales and enjoy the great outdoors.

Why Port Stephens should be on your adventure wish list

From surfing sand dunes to hiking up coastal headlands, Port Stephens, in New South Wales, has adventure in spades. Here are our five favourite activities for adrenaline junkies:

The Ultimate Weekend Trip to Port Stephens

Port Stephens has as much surf as it does turf. If this is a pitstop on the legendary Pacific Coast Drive or you’re docking for the weekend, then follow our itinerary and scratch the sandy surface of what’s possible in Port Stephens, only 2 1/2 hours' north of Sydney.

Whale watching with Moonshadow-TQC

Apart from being one of the oldest whale-watching cruise companies in the region – which means they have loads of expertise - they were also the first to spot a whale in 2016 and 2017.

Port Stephens National Parks

How to have an action packed day taking in Port Stephens National Parks. Tomaree National Park near Port Stephens is a great weekend getaway.

The Anchorage... The perfect escape with that special someone...

It's hard to imagine a better place for a romantic getaway than The Anchorage at Nelson Bay. Absolute waterfront.
A timber boardwalk that winds alongside the marina. A jaw-dropping coastal panorama on one side; bushland backdrop on the other.

Stockton Beach like you've never seen it before... amazing.

This past fortnight, @Pat_Kay snapped this awesome shot at the Sand Dunes and shared it on his Instagram account.

Locals Reveal Top 5 Places to Spot Whales

Whilst it’s pretty amazing to see the magnificent creatures up close and personal from a whale watching boat, you don’t actually have to leave the shore to see the Humpbacks in Port Stephens – just ask the locals! That’s what I did.

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