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Grassy coastal slope with kangaroos against a backdrop of gently breaking ocean waves. Photo © Paget Thompson

Guided 10-day surfing adventures for backpackers

Learn to surf as you explore some of Australia’s most beautiful coastal landscapes on this unforgettable 10-day surf trip with the friendly guides of Australian Surfing Adventures. It’s a great way to immerse yourself in the Australian way of life and expand your horizons.

Price: Fees apply. Park entry fees apply.
When: Contact Australian Surfing Adventures for schedule.
Where: Crowdy Bay National Park in North Coast
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Point Plomer campground, Limeburners Creek National Park. Photo: Barbara Webster/NSW Government

Guided 5-day 'surf till you drop' experiences

This popular 5-day surf experience by Surfaris Retreat is a great way to try a wide variety of breaks, challenge yourself and improve your board skills in beautiful Limeburners Creek National Park, near Port Macquarie.

Price: Fees apply. Free park entry.
When: Contact Surfaris Retreat for tour dates.
Where: Limeburners Creek National Park in North Coast
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Aboriginal education ranger sharing her cultural knowledge of Sea Acres Rainforest. Photo credit: Karina Davila-Otoya. © DPIE

Muluman tour

Take a walk to Shelly Beach in Sea Acres National Park on this Aboriginal ranger-guided activity. Discover bush tucker and medicine in the rainforest as you learn about Birpai culture.

Price: Fees apply. Free park entry.
When: Friday 24 September, 1 October, 15 October, 19 November and 17 December 2021, 2pm to 3.30pm.
Where: Sea Acres National Park in North Coast
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A group of people sit around a glowing campfire next to a hut beneath starry skies. Photo credit: Benny Littlejohn © Primal Adventures

Oxley Wild Rivers guided hiking adventures

Explore one of Australia’s largest gorge systems on this multi-day guided trek with Primal Adventures. Experience lush gullies, waterfalls and stunning forests in World Heritage surrounds, near Armidale.

Price: Fees apply. Free park entry.
When: Contact Primal Adventures for tour schedule.
Where: Oxley Wild Rivers National Park in North Coast , Country NSW
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A man enjoys the ocean views from the top of Smoky Cape Lighthouse. Photo: David Finnegan/OEH

Smoky Cape Lighthouse: Reach the top

This tour has been cancelled to protect the health and safety of our visitors and staff. Explore the highest lighthouse in NSW at Hat Head National Park near South West Rocks. Learn about the 'highway of light' and climb the steep stairs to enjoy the spectacular ocean views from the top.

Price: Fees apply. Free park entry.
When: This tour has been cancelled to protect the health and safety of our visitors and staff.
Where: Hat Head National Park in North Coast
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A group of surfers and their instructor pose with a surfboard on the beach. Photo credit: Annemieke Yperlaan © Waves Campground

Surf and stay at Crescent Head

Stay across from a beautiful surf beach at Waves Campground and spend your days learning to surf, near the popular surf town of Crescent Head.

Price: Fees apply. Free park entry.
When: Contact Waves Campground for dates.
Where: Goolawah National Park in North Coast
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Rocks and ocean at Diamond Head Beach in Crowdy Bay National Park. Photo: Debby McGerty © DPIE

Surf lessons and surf camps at Crowdy Bay

Take your surf skills to the next level with Endless Summer Surf School in Crowdy Bay National Park. Choose from a range of activities including surf lessons, a kids club and competition coaching.

Price: Fees apply. Park entry fees apply.
When: Contact Endless Summer Surf School for a class schedule.
Where: Crowdy Bay National Park in North Coast
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An Indigenous education ranger shares her local cultural knowledge of the rainforest. Photo: Karina Davila-Otoya ©DPIE

Yun yi barragay tour

Join this ranger-guided Aboriginal cultural tour along the rainforest boardwalk in Sea Acres National Park. You’ll go on a unique journey of discovery and learning.

Price: Fees apply. Free park entry.
When: Friday 17 September, 24 September, 1 October, 15 October, 19 November and 17 December 2021, 10am to 11.30am.
Where: Sea Acres National Park in North Coast
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