New South Wales

An adventure for young and old, on water, as well as under it!

The Australian coast is perfect for amateur and professional surfers. From the Pacific Ocean to the Indian and Southern Oceans, the great, surfing waves in Australia are world renowned. But do be careful, as surfing is a dangerous sport. Pay attention to reports of sharks, jellyfish and strong currents and do not surf alone.

Julian Rocks, near Byron Beach, is a place where cold and warm waters meet. Here you can see some interesting animals such as turtles, sting rays, dolphins, leopard sharks and wobbegongs (a species of carpet shark).

Other wonderful marine life awaits you around the Solitary Islands, such as nurse sharks. At Port Jackson you can spot sea dragons, starfish, sea urchins and sea cucumbers. At Gordons Bay dive with multicoloured sealife and interesting fish such as flathead fish, sea devils, small cod, bream, giant cuttlefish, snappers and wrasses. At Clovelly it is possible to dive at night for an even more unique experience. Jervis Bay is great for spotting some sea lions and dolphins. The Sydney area has about 30 great diving spots, all beautiful and interesting.

New South Wales has many popular beach spots, both for city dwellers and great surfers. The iconic Bondi Beach is very busy but you can still find your own surfing spot amongst the crowd. Close by, beginners can try the waves at Tamarama and Bronte Beaches. At the Northern Beaches you will find all levels of surfers. The most well known ones are: Newport Beach, Queenscliff, Whale Beach and Avalon Beach. At Byron Bay, near The Wreck, all surfer levels are welcome. The more experienced surfers tend to head to The Pass and Tallow Beach.