Top New South Wales Unique Experiences

Taste a range of great beers and learn about craft brewing in Sydney on a tour with a knowledgeable guide. You’ll also see the inner workings of the breweries and meet the people who are revolutionizing beer-making in Sydney. Choose from three options: two different six-hour tours include a delicious pub lunch, and the three-hour tour, offered in the  afternoon, hits the highlights in a shorter time frame.

Surfing can be a great way to get to know a new area, but it can be a challenge to find the right beaches in unfamiliar territory. The instructors on this surf lesson take care of finding surf spots for you, taking you to the best beaches depending on the weather conditions. That means you can spend more time enjoying yourself and improving your surfing.

Kayak alongside a resident pod of bottlenose dolphins in beautiful Byron Bay! Led by expert guides, this sea kayak adventure takes you through the calm waters of Cape Byron Marine Park. Learn about the protected aquatic environment along the way, see Cape Byron lighthouse and refresh with a tea and Tim Tam biscuit break on the beach. All equipment is provided, and no kayaking experience is necessary.

This adventure in the hinterland of Byron Bay gets to the Gondwana Rainforests, a UNESCO World Heritage Area. You’ll begin at one of the highest waterfalls for spectacular views, followed by a vegan/ vegetarian dinner in nature. When it gets dark, you’ll see the glowworms illuminating the view. Spend time listening to the sacred flute, have conscious talks, and leave full of inspiration.

Paddle your way to Australia’s easternmost point on this 3-hour sea kayaking adventure from Byron Bay, including hotel pick-up. After learning to steer your tandem kayak, set out from Clarkes Beach and enjoy waterside views of landmarks like the Byron Bay lighthouse, the Julian Rocks, Wategos millionaire row and Cape Byron. Keep a look out for dolphins, sea turtles and whales as you cruise around the bay, then cool off with a swim before heading back to shore.

Learn the art of surfing with a lesson from a qualified instructor at the world-famous Bondi Beach, just a short hop from central Sydney. Get an informative and fun surfing lesson with your expert instructor, who shows you the basics, including getting up on the board, reading the surf and catching waves. If you want advanced instruction, private lessons accommodate all levels of expertise. Add a great workout and some waterside excitement to your vacation with a private or small-group surfing lesson in the heart of Australia’s surf culture.

If you've ever wondered how pearls are made and where they come from, this tour is for you. From the comfort of a catamaran you'll admire the nature of the Central Coast, maybe even spotting pelicans, turtles, and stingrays. Visit a pearl farm, where you'll have a chance to chat with the farmers, learn about Australia's pearl farming history, and see examples of beautiful Broken Bay pearls.

Enhance your knowledge of wine, and how to taste and evaluate it, in seated wine tasting. In a small group of no more than eight people, try a variety of different wines that you will not find in the store, from dry whites to gutsy reds, and bubbles.

Sample some of Byron Bay's finest beer and liquor without worrying about who is going to drive on this small-group brewery and distillery day tour. Either visit two breweries and two distilleries or three breweries and one distillery, depending on availability. You'll sample drinks at each, amounting to 15-20 drinks over the course of the day. A great tour to enjoy with your partner or friends.

If you've always wanted to learn to surf, stunning Byron Bay is a great place to do it. Whether you're a complete beginner or want to brush up on your skills, your instructor will teach you what you need to know. Receive personalized instruction in a small group of students and enjoy the chilled-out learning environment in an area of Main Beach with calm surf.

If you've always wanted to surf, a long weekend or mid-week break in Byron Bay offers the perfect opportunity to learn to master the waves. Avoid the stress of learning on your own, or from an exasperated friend; with these progressive classes, go from success to success with the help of a patient tutor.

While in Australia, learn the art of surfing during a full-day excursion from Sydney. Head out of the city center to a private beach for an informative and exciting introduction to surfing. Your fully qualified surf instructor teaches you the basics of standing up on the board and catching waves at a beach that has perfect waves for beginners. Not only will you enjoy a great workout and tons of fun, you also get a barbecue lunch buffet and the chance to see wildlife in Royal National Park.

Learn to surf in a small beach town an hour south of Sydney during a 7–day camp—accommodation and breakfast included. In addition to teaching you the fundamentals of surfing on land, your guides provide 18 in-water lessons over the course of the week. Between surf sessions, enjoy free time to explore the uncrowded beaches and nearby bushland.

Hone your surf skills with this half-day lesson in beautiful Byron Bay. Head to a beach that suits your skill level, throw on your gear—included in the lesson price—and learn basic techniques from an expert coach. Then, continue your lesson in a small-group setting with a teacher-to-student ratio of 1 to 7. If you don’t stand up by the end of the session, receive a free class.

Take to the waves at one of Sydney’s top surf spots with a surf class at the beautiful Maroubra Beach. Choose from a 2-hour group lesson with a maximum of 6 people and master the basics, or opt for a 1-hour private lesson and hone your skills with one-to-one tuition. Whichever option you choose, your expert instructors will have you standing up and catching waves in no time.

Beginner surfers often have to fumble through surf shops to find the right rental equipment—and then fumble through their first waves. This private surf lesson helps you find the right equipment and hit the waves with a surf instructor, who gives you and your group lessons and undivided attention for several hours.

If you want to see all that Sydney Harbour and Sydney’s beaches has to offer but don’t have much time, this 30 minute helicopter scenic flight is for you. See the magnificent beaches of Sydney from above as your luxury helicopter sweeps along one of Australia’s most scenic stretches of coastline; over Coogee Beach, Bondi Beach, Manly Beach and Sydney’s northern beaches. If you're lucky you may even spot schools of fish, dolphins and whales (in season) as you take in the the pristine ocean waters. Continue into Sydney Harbour for several orbits and a fly-by of Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House and the magnificent backdrop of the Sydney city skyline. Your pilot shares informative commentary throughout the 30-minute flight. Your 2.5-hour tour includes the helicopter tour, time for photo ops, complimentary refreshments, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

VR Corner is Sydney's first Multiplayer virtual reality Cafe that based in Central of Sydney CBD (5 mins walk from Central Station).

The Hop Hunter Tour takes you on a day exploring three great craft breweries in the Hunter Valley and Includes transportation, lunch and plenty of fresh craft beer and cider!

Learn to surf and ride a wave like a pro! Join this amazing surf experience on Byron Bay's best beaches. Before every lesson, the surfing conditions are checked. We will take you to the best beach that suits your level. Don't worry if you're not confident on the board yet, this course is suitable for all levels. And what's more?! If you don't manage to stand up on your first lesson, you can come back for free! 

Experience Australia’s beautiful Bondi Beach on a half-day tour that includes a behind-the-scenes tour of the surf lifeguard club, a surf or bodyboard lesson, and lunch at a popular beachside restaurant. Enjoy sightseeing and great photo ops on this informative tour with guide who is a surf lifeguard and surf instructor. You'll get an insider's look at this famous suburb of Sydney and some hands-on fun in the sun.

Combine two blissful experiences, yoga and wine, in this experience in Newcastle. In this group activity, you’ll be treated to an hour of hatha yoga to get you all relaxed. After comes the indulgence, where you can sip wine and nibble on a cheese and fruit platter. It is a lovely way to treat yourself and combine two experiences.

Newcastle has a flourishing craft beer scene, but discovering its brews by yourself can mean using guesswork. With this walking tour, a local beer-enthusiast leads the way to ensure you cover the must-try beers and beer spots. Visit historical pubs and hidden microbreweries, get priority seats, sample and hear about various beers, enjoy food tastings, meet like-minded beer explorers, and uncover Newcastle’s history—all perks you’d likely miss if alone.

Ditch the guidebook and explore Australia’s most populous city with a local host. Craft an itinerary that suits your interests and hit the streets with an insider, visiting landmarks like the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge, as well as authentic local institutions and hot spots. Benefit from a resident’s perspective on this beautiful, diverse metropolis and enjoy a cocktail and a delicious bite.