d'Albora Akuna Bay
Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
Overview
Escape to d'Albora Akuna Bay in the Cowan/Hawkesbury River system. Just an hour’s drive from the Sydney CBD and minutes from Mona Vale, choose from plenty of fishing, barbecue and picnic spots in this picturesque setting.
- Where
- 350 General San Martin Drive, Ku-ring-gai Chase, NSW, 2084 - in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park in Sydney and surrounds
- Accessibility
- Easy
- Entry fees
- Park entry fees apply
- Opening times
Visit the d’Albora Akuna Bay website
- Bookings
Phone 1800 32 52 672, email or visit the d'Albora Akuna Bay website
- Please note
Remember to take your binoculars if you want to birdwatch.
Nestled in the heart of Ku-ring-gai National Park, d'Albora Akuna Bay is where the spectacular cruising grounds of the Hawkesbury and Cowan river systems combine. This makes it a perfect base for delving into the natural beauty of the area around Coal and Candle Creek.
You can hire a boat here, berth your own at the public boat ramp, or cast off in a kayak or standup paddle boardfor something a bit more adventurous. Enjoy 24/7 fuel, dockmaster assistance, new and used boat sales, full service boatyard and swing moorings at d’Albora Akuna Bay.
Indulge in a meal or grab a drink in the tranquil setting at Shed, our relaxed bar and eatery offering a contemporary dining experience with an Italian twist. Above Shed sits our new addition, San Martin, a premium waterfront function centre for up to 200 guests.
Akuna Bay also features great facilities for a pre-departure picnic, with a public barbecue and ample tables for everyone. There are also some great dining options there. Alternatively, you can enjoy some light refreshments at the d'Albora Marinas Akuna Bay general store.
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Operated by
- d'Albora Akuna Bay
- 1800 32 52 672
- enquiry@dalbora.com.au
- 350 General San Martin Drive, Ku-ring-gai Chase, NSW, 2084
Park info
- in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park in the Sydney and surrounds region
Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
- Gates to West Head are closed from 8.30pm to 6am during daylight savings periods, and from 6pm to 6am the rest of the year.
- Gates to Sphinx Memorial carpark are closed overnight from 7pm.
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Park entry fees:
$12 per vehicle per day. You can also pay for your visit via the Park’nPay app.
Vehicles over 8 seats: $4.40 per adult, $2.20 per child (per day).
Other fees:
A $3 per adult, $2 per child landing fee may apply for day visitors to The Basin campground. Please pay at the campground wharf. Landing fees are included in your camping fees.
Group bookings:
Under the Plan of Management for this park, prior written approval is required for organised groups of 40 or more people planning to visit this park. Contact the park office before your visit.
Buy annual pass
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