Koala in eucalyptus trees overlooking a Newcastle bushland path
Newcastle · Hunter · Port Stephens

Wildlife & nature day trips from Newcastle

Koalas close to town, wetland birdlife or a full Port Stephens animal day. We drive you there and back — you choose the day.

From $195 per van · up to 11 passengersMultiple vans for bigger groups

Fixed quote confirmed when you book. Passengers purchase their own entry tickets. Blackbutt wildlife exhibits are free to enter.

Choose your outing

A day out for every kind of group.

Up to 11 passengers per van — bigger groups welcome, we run multiple vans. Child seats for little ones and bigger kids at no extra cost.

Combo days

Two stops, one good day.

Port Stephens Animal Day

Oakvale Wildlife + Shark, Ray & All Creatures — only minutes apart.

From $560 per van · Approx. 7 hours

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Newcastle Nature Half Day

Blackbutt Reserve + Hunter Wetlands Centre.

From $320 per van · Approx. 5 hours

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Wildlife & Wine

Hunter Valley Wildlife Park + a cellar door lunch.

From $560 per van · Approx. 7 hours

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Fixed quote confirmed when you book. Passengers purchase their own entry tickets and lunch. Blackbutt wildlife exhibits are free to enter.

Accessible outings

Wheelchair-accessible vans available — ideal for NDIS participants, aged-care and community groups.

Accessible transport

In port for the day?

Choose a shore day that fits your ship's schedule, with a clear return plan.

Cruise ship transfers
Plan your outing

Ready for a day out?

From $195 per van · up to 11 passengers

Fixed quote confirmed when you book. Passengers purchase their own entry tickets. Blackbutt wildlife exhibits are free to enter.