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Tin City Discovery (2 hours)
Highlights
- Explore 2,500 hectares of Stockton Bight's stunning sand dunes in a purpose-built 4WD vehicle.
- Visit the unique Tin City, a cluster of corrugated iron fishing shacks nestled among the dunes.
- Learn about the fascinating history and diverse flora and fauna of this remarkable landscape.
- Feel the thrill as you slide down 30-40 metre high sand dunes, embracing the adrenaline rush.
The Tin City Discovery offers the perfect snapshot of this amazing landscape. Explore the 2,500 hectares of sand dunes that make up Stockton Bight, on a fully guided tour in a purpose built 4WD vehicle. Visit “Tin City”, a cluster of fishing shacks made out of corrugated iron located right in the middle of the surrounding sand dunes. Learn about the history of the dunes and the flora and fauna living in this unique landscape.
Feel the wind in your hair and the adrenalin in your chest when you slide down the 30-40 metre high sand dunes.
This tour is not recommended for children under the age of two.
Please note departure times for this tour are dependent on tide and sea conditions, and as such departure times and dates can vary.
Itinerary highlights
Check out the Hidden gem known as "Tin City"
The Beach and Dune Tour offers the perfect snapshot of this amazing landscape. Explore the 2,500 hectares of sand dunes that make up Stockton Bight, on a fully guided tour in a purpose built 4WD vehicle.
Visit “Tin City”, a cluster of fishing shacks made out of corrugated iron located right in the middle of the surrounding sand dunes.
Learn about the history of the dunes and the flora and fauna living in this unique landscape.
Feel the wind in your hair and the adrenalin in your chest when you slide down the 40 to 50 metre high sand dunes.
Tour details
- On demand
Features
Service facilities
Sevice Activity
This business does not currently offer accessible facilities.
Operation information
Port Stephens 4WD Tours
Step away from civilisation for a while to the surreal landscape of the dunes, a unique world just waiting to be experienced!
Covering 78 square kilometres, the traditional home of the Worimi people is the largest sand mass in the Southern Hemisphere. Here you will find everything from Aboriginal cultural sites, WW2 fortifications and the hidden, remote outpost of Tin City.
Then for a fun filled activity for all ages why not try a Sand Boarding Adventure? Enjoy the thrill of sand boarding down 60 degree slopes that are 30 metres high!
Best of all there is no time limit. Stay and play in this amazing environment for as long as you like! Experiencing the vast dunes is truly awe inspiring, and they are a photographer’s paradise so don’t forget your camera!
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- Australian Tourism Export Council
- Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
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