Port Stephens: Beach & Dune Tour with Sandboarding
- Feel the cool ocean water, the firm wet sand and the salty air along Birubi Beach, with plenty of time for photos at the water's edge
- Learn the pipi wiggle from your guide, then hold one of these little shellfish in your hands before releasing it back into the water
- Enjoy guided commentary on the beach and the dunes from a local guide
- Ride the 4WD bus along the shoreline and up to the sand hill, then slide down white dunes up to 30 metres high for as long as you like
- Sandboard the largest moving coastal sand mass in the Southern Hemisphere, on the Worimi Conservation Lands
- A great day out for families, friends and groups, with all ages welcome
- A complimentary bottle of water is included to keep you going
What to expect
Immerse yourself in the Port Stephens dunes, from the ocean's edge to the top of the sand hill.
Climb aboard a 4WD bus and drive onto Birubi Beach, following the shoreline a few kilometres to a stretch of sand. Step out and take your time. Feel the cool ocean water, the firm wet sand underfoot and the salty air on your face, with plenty of time for photos.
Your guide then shows you the pipi wiggle, a simple twist of your feet that helps you dig these little shellfish out of the wet sand. Hold one in your hands, snap a photo, then release it back into the water.
Enjoy a little more time at the water's edge, then your guide takes you up to the sand hill for sandboarding. Slide down white dunes up to 30 metres high and stay as long as you like.
Good to know
- Book the 10am departure for the most time on the dunes. The 3pm tour caps sandboarding at about 1 hour.
- Go barefoot on the dunes. Sandboarding feels better without shoes, so leave them in your bag.
- Wear clothes you do not mind getting sandy. Sand finds its way into everything, and that is part of the fun.
- Be ready to wiggle. The pipi wiggle is all in the feet, so find a patch of wet sand and give it a go. Your guide will show you how.
- Bring a camera. An action camera is perfect for capturing your runs, and the water's edge is made for photos.
- Pack sun protection. A wide brim hat, sunglasses and sunscreen make a big difference with the glare off the white sand.
- Bring a spare bottle of water. You will get one complimentary bottle, but climbing back up the dune is thirsty work.
- Take it at your own pace. There is no rush on the dunes, so slide, rest and go again whenever you like.
Reviews
This package was under the RED color PORT STEPHENS 4WD TOURS. We were a little late because we had to wait for the hourly public bus and walk to end of James Patterson Road by foot from Gan Gan Road. We called the guys and they were so forgiving and welcoming, even offered to send us to the bus stop outside after the tour as they were also closing for the day. They provided very good wooden boards and our guide (sorry I forgot to ask for name but tq so much!) taught us how to sandboard an on safety too. He encouraged us to start on the beginner slope first and we advanced to the steeper slopes. It was great fun, memorable and breathtaking up there in the sand dunes!
One of the coolest activities in Port Stephens! Got a little tour of the pippies along the Stockton Beach and we all got a board ourselves to slide down the hill. Fun activities to do with friends or family!
Must do when you visit Port Stephens. Package includes a drive on the sand onboard their 4WD vehicle, a stop at the Birubi beach to find the local pipis. After that comes the most exciting part. Sandboarding! You get to choose the short or long slope, both safe for kids and adults alike. Our guide shared great knowledge about the location and also helped to take cool photos. Go ahead and try this activity and leave with awesome memories!
Awesome experience, make sure you bring the sunglasses and tight hat. Very nice and friendly driver, now it’s perfect weather to visit. Great activity for the whole family, has cafe there for coffee and lunch
This is a must do when in Port Stephen. The kids had a wonderful time with sand boarding. As we visited during summer, the weather was really hot but definitely worth it.
The tour was excellent. Despite the beating sun, we got plenty of sandboarding action. But the best part was going down to the sea and splashing around, with the cool water and wind bringing relief from the sun. Our guide, Blaine, was super friendly and helpful. Highly recommended especially if you have kids.
We joined the beach and dune tour with sandboarding today and had such an amazing time. The tour itself was so much fun and the staff were all really friendly and helpful, which made the whole experience even better. After the tour, we realised we had lost our car key and felt so embarrassed and stressed. To our surprise, one of the staff actually called us to check, and it turned out my partner had accidentally left the key in the tour car. We were so lucky they found it and gave it back to us! They honestly saved our day, our trip home, and even our money. We really appreciate their kindness and care. It’s not just a great tour, but also a team of people who go above and beyond for their guests. Thank you for making our Sunday so special—we will definitely recommend this tour to everyone!
The guide is very knowledgeable. He shared interesting facts about the sand dunes. We made a stop at the beach. The guide showed us how to find pipis and how pipis moved. Next, we went sand boarding. It was so fun! We didn’t want to stop.
Great experience, the guide bought us to the beach and show us some live pipi. Sandboarding experience was good, just that hope it could be longer.
would really recommend and suitable for all ages, nice 4WD to the beautiful beach and fun sand boarding activity!
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