Day Trips
Explore our news and articles about the Hawkesbury River and get to know the region. Whether you are looking to indulge yourself or read up on the latest things to do and see, or why not read about what it is like to live here!
Hawkesbury Oyster tours
Customers get to meet second and third generation oyster farmers, visit the oyster leases on the Hawkesbury River, and taste the famous Broken Bay Oysters.
Read MoreBroken Bay Pearl Farm
The most rare and pure Akoya pearls in the world are sustainably grown right here at Broken Bay Pearl Farm, with each of these hidden gems taking years to grow.
Read MoreMilsons Passage
Milsons Passage is a cluster of charming original cottages, boatsheds & renovated weekenders just 5 kilometres upstream by boat, from the Hawkesbury River Bridge & Kangaroo Point.
Read MoreHawkins lookout
Hawkins Lookout has one of the best views in the Hawkesbury River. Situated just off the Old Northern Road in Wisemans Ferry, providing the perfect place to stop and enjoy the views.
Read MoreNational Parks
The Hawkesbury River region has some of the most beautiful National Parks in Australia. With over 20 major National Parks within a 50km radius you really are spoint for choice.
Read MoreThe Great Old North road convict trail
Old Great North Road – World Heritage walk features a historic convict-built road overlooking the Hawkesbury River, in Dharug National Park. This track is popular with families.
Read MoreThe Pearl Beach Arboretum
Experience quiet enjoyment, learn about native flora and fauna conservation, and explore our beautiful museum of living trees at Pearl Beach Arboretum free to the public.
Read MoreHunter Valley Zoo
Hunter Valley Zoo is a private run zoo supported by its local families and business’. Set among the beautiful Hunter Valley it has 10 acres of land with everything from Australian to exotic animals.
Read MoreThe Riverboat Postman
Take a cruise on the Hawkesbury Mail Boat, the famous Riverboat Postman, and enjoy the magnificent scenery of the lower Hawkesbury River as we deliver the mail and other essentials.
Read MoreEttalong Beach
Ettalong Beach on the Central Coast of NSW has a dizzying array of attractions. You can bask on white sandy beaches, dine at waterfront restaurants or motor around the beautiful waterways by boat.
Read MorePalm Beach
Palm Beach is surrounded by the waters of the Tasman Sea, Broken Bay and Pittwater, Situated 40km north of the Sydney CBD, Palm Beach is famous for the show Home & Away.
Read MoreTerrigal Beach
One of the best-known beaches on the Central Coast, Terrigal Beach is a cosmopolitan seaside town, popular with locals & visitors. The beaches are patrolled from Oct to Apr.
Read MoreThe best Whale watching locations
The Central Coast is the best place to view the winter whale migration. The whales spend the summer months feeding in Antarctica then in May they begin their migration north to warmer waters.
Read MoreDangar Island
Dangar Island offers a taste of the tranquil ‘village’ life,…. of days gone by , where wheelbarrows are the main mode, for moving shopping from the jetty to home.
Read MoreFishing in the Hawkesbury River
The Hawkesbury is best known for producing some of NSW’s largest mulloway. While these huge fish aren’t common nowadays, the Hawkesbury still offers a fantastic fishing experience.
Read MoreThe Australian Reptile Park
The Australian Reptile Park located near Gosford in the Central Coast is the best place in Australia to interact with native animals and catch exciting wildlife shows!
Read MoreSydney Seaplanes
Travel to the Hawkesbury River in style with Sydney Seaplanes. Just a short flight from Sydney and enjoy the spectacular views across the northern beaches and across the Hawkesbury River.
Read MoreThe Hunter Valley
The Hunter Valley is one of Australia’s best known & premier wine regions producing some of the world’s best wines and is particularly well known for its acclaimed Semillon & Shiraz varieties.
Read MoreWisemans Ferry golf club
Wisemans Ferry Golf Club is a picturesque par 69 golf course bordering the Hawkesbury River and adjoining the Retreat at Wisemans. The golf course is open to members and visitors alike.
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