Jay’s guidebook
Sightseeing
There is so much to see and do in Port Stephens! We've included some of our favourite places to visit - and where we choose to take our visitors. Feel free to call or text Jay for more great ideas of things to do and places to see!
Explore the beauty of Shoal Bay on a paddleboard, peddleboard or by waterbike. Yes, Shoal Bay SUP is owned by your hosts, Rod and Jay. We go the extra mile to make sure you get the most from your SUP experience by providing instruction and supervision as well as taking photos of you on the day. Pop down and say hi if you are staying with us over the summer or on weekends. We're sure you'll come to love Shoal Bay as much as we do!
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Shoal Bay SUP
3 Shoal Bay RoadExplore the beauty of Shoal Bay on a paddleboard, peddleboard or by waterbike. Yes, Shoal Bay SUP is owned by your hosts, Rod and Jay. We go the extra mile to make sure you get the most from your SUP experience by providing instruction and supervision as well as taking photos of you on the day. Pop down and say hi if you are staying with us over the summer or on weekends. We're sure you'll come to love Shoal Bay as much as we do!
Our favourite place to visit, and to volunteer! Lia, Ryan and the team at Irukandji are dedicated marine ecologists who love sharing their passion for the ocean. Come and feed the sharks and rays and learn more about the amazing marine environment of Port Stephens and beyond.
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Encuentros de tiburones y rayas Irukandji
2 Jessie RdOur favourite place to visit, and to volunteer! Lia, Ryan and the team at Irukandji are dedicated marine ecologists who love sharing their passion for the ocean. Come and feed the sharks and rays and learn more about the amazing marine environment of Port Stephens and beyond.
Known throughout Port Stephens as an authority on marine life, Frank Fortune has been running his Imagine Cruises for over 25 years. Whether you choose to go Whale watching, Dolphin Cruising or exploring of one of the islands we are sure you'll love seeing our waterway with one of the bay's legends.
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Imagine Cruises
6 Teramby RdKnown throughout Port Stephens as an authority on marine life, Frank Fortune has been running his Imagine Cruises for over 25 years. Whether you choose to go Whale watching, Dolphin Cruising or exploring of one of the islands we are sure you'll love seeing our waterway with one of the bay's legends.
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Buses and courtesy buses are easy to get
There is a bus stop immediately opposite the apartment complex that will take you to Fingal Bay, Nelson Bay, Salamander Bay, Newcastle airport and Newcastle. Buses to and from Sydney also pass through this stop.
Most of the larger establishments have courtesy buses - check for times with Wests, Shoal Bay Country Club, Fingal Sports, Nelson Bay Golf and Nelson Bay Bowls Club for times.
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Baby equipment is available
If you need a baby change table, travel cot, high chair etc please contact us. We have some baby equipment available for hire at a minimal charge.
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The 'Sacred Tree' night markets are a must
Friday nights during Summer and monthly on a Friday night outside peak season, the Sacred Tree markets are an eclectic mix of music, handmade craft, food and boho chic clothing. A fun, chilled night out you are sure to find something that grabs your fancy. Check Facebook for dates: https://www.facebook.com/SacredTreeMarkets/?__tn__=%2Cd%2CP-R&eid=ARDZhB5Q3Nw-ihs2gnPpCuY6Tt6WAzjAvdqCFiY-2JIFMIkjeEaF2ToPYpt0pd8hEURf48HWQBuHb2o9