Tips for New South Wales
- Get travel insurance, I recommend Safety Wing (link)
- Buy a cheap e-SIM before arrival (link)
- Book flights using Skyscanner or Momondo
- Visit New South Wales from November to March
- If you want to travel cheap, use the Greyhound buses
- For many national parks you need to purchase a pass
- Download Wikicamps to find the best camping spots
Sydney
The Best Tours
Blue Mountains Full-Day Trip
Discover the natural beauty of the Blue Mountains on a full-day tour that takes you to Featherdale Wildlife Park. See a variety of native Australian animals, stop at Echo Point for panoramic views and enjoy 3 different rides at Scenic World.
Opera House Guided Tour with Entrance Ticket
Discover the stories, history, and magic of Sydney Opera House with a guided tour. Step beneath the world-famous sails and explore the building that brings to life over 1800 performances each year.
The Finest Accommodation
Sydney Luxury Hotel: Medusa Hotel
Medusa Boutique Hotel provides dry cleaning/laundry services and more. Guest reviews give top marks for the location
Sydney Mid-Range: Terminus Hotel Pyrmont
Close to Star Casino and White Bay Cruise Terminal, Terminus Pyrmont provides a bar, a restaurant, and more. All rooms at Terminus Pyrmont include amenities such as free WiFi, desk chairs, and safes.
Hostel: YHA Sydney Harbour
The rooftop bar offers a fantastic ambiance, paid breakfast, and rooms equipped with A/C, all set in a superb location with a view of the Opera House.
Or find your own accommodation
Byron Bay
The Best Tours
Sea Kayak Tour with Dolphins and Turtles
Enjoy a 2.5-hour sea kayak tour on the pristine waters of Byron Bay. On the tour, lookout for native marine life, such as Pacific bottlenose dolphins and 3 different types of turtles. At the end of the tour, try surfing a wave to shore on your kayak.
Hinterland Magic and Glow-Worm Experience
Immerse yourself in the natural landscapes of Byron Bay as you visit rainforests and pristine waterfalls. Head to a secret location to view magical glowworms on this guided tour with a light dinner.
The Finest Accommodation
Luxury Hotel: Crystalbrook Byron
You can look forward to a poolside bar, a sauna and steam room, a terrace, and a garden at Crystalbrook Byron. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure, a body scrub, or aromatherapy at The Day Spa, the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy pool views at the onsite restaurant. Yoga classes are offered at the gym; the property also has a library, laundry facilities, and a bar.
Mid-Range: The Cubana Ballina
The Cubana Ballina provides a poolside bar, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. In addition to an outdoor entertainment area, guests can make use of the laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Hostel: Wake Up! Byron Bay
Embrace a surfer vibe with organized activities and amenities like a pool and bar. While breakfast isn’t included, enjoy a great location and the comfort of air-conditioned rooms.
Or find your own accommodation
Porth Stephens
The Best Tours
Dolphin Watching Cruise
Discover the natural beauty of the Blue Mountains on a full-day tour that takes you to Featherdale Wildlife Park. See a variety of native Australian animals, stop at Echo Point for panoramic views and enjoy 3 different rides at Scenic World.
Unlimited Sandboarding & 4WD Sand Dune Tour
Experience the thrill of surfing down some of the largest sand dunes on Stockton Beach with this sand dune adventure tour. Pair an exciting 4WD adventure up massive sand dunes with unlimited sand boarding fun.
Accommodation
Find your own accommodation
Jervis Bay
The Best Tours
2-Hour Whale Watching Cruise
Experience a whale watching cruise from mid-May to mid-November. Witness the majestic beauty of migrating humpback whales. Enjoy fantastic scenery and commentary along the way.
1.5-Hour Dolphin Cruise
Encounter wild dolphins in the crystal clear waters of Jervis Bay. Cruise past unspoiled white beaches and watch these animals swim and race in the water below. Listen to an interesting commentary about the history of Jervis Bay along the way.
