Our Attractions. Stoney Aqua Park
Coming back to Port Macquarie again this summer even bigger and better is Stoney Aqua Park, one of the world’s largest Aqua parks! Stoney Aqua Park is a water lover's dream and located just 10 minutes from Port Macquarie. It covers a huge area and boasts a wide variety of inflatable fun items for everyone’s enjoyment on a safe man-made and professionally supervised lake. Here you will find slides, blast bags, trampolines, swings, challenge tracks, balance beams, wobble pads and more. To top off your experience, there is a beach area with sun lounges, BBQ area, with picnic tables and shade, change rooms, SUPs and kayaks for hire, a kiosk, and even accommodation on site if you want to make a weekend of it. It’s all about having a fun day out for the entire family in a safe environment. All ages and abilities are welcome to come along for the day or just
a few hours. Also at the complex on a second man-made lake is Australia’s premier water-ski park where you can water ski, wake board or go tube riding (instruction is provided for all levels and equipment is provided). Groups, birthday parties, and corporate functions are welcome. So make a splash on your holiday and join in the fun at this awesome aqua park! (See page 13). Billabong Zoo: Koala + Wildlife Park Enjoy a fun-filled day out at the award-winning Billabong Zoo, Port Macquarie, NSW where you’ll meet Australian and Exotic animals. You can pat, stroke, feed, hold, hear and see over 80 species of animals, reptiles and birds. There are over 220 animals for you to see in this tranquil 10 acre Koala and Wildlife Park. Enjoy their much loved Zoo Talks (included in the admission fee) throughout the day: 16 keeper
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presentations and feeding sessions every day covering 10 species, plus a Reptile Show at the weekends and during holidays. From their koala breeding centre to their big cat enclosures of cheetahs, lions and snow leopards you’ll discover enchanting Australian and Exotic animals at every turn including Shrek their Monster crocodile. Experience memorable personal animal encounters with Koalas, Cheetahs, Red Pandas, Snakes, Meerkats, and Leopards. Bookings essential. Remember to bring your camera or video - and share this unique experience with friends and family. Especially popular for children and adults alike is the kangaroo and wallaby walk through hand-feeding area - Macropod Meadow - free and open all day. Children can enjoy the playground and the whole family have access to picnic areas set in beautiful shaded gardens with koi carp ponds. Delicious new menu options for breakfast and lunch are available along with snacks, ice-cream, coffee and drinks at their popular Zoo Café. Souvenirs, gifts and retail therapy in their Zoo Shop. Billabong Zoo, Billabong Drive, Port Macquarie NSW 2444 is open every day 9am-5pm, rain or shine - it’s more than just a great day out, it’s the best value zoo in Australia. Book your ticket or personal animal encounter online at billabongzoo.com.au. (See our ad page 11).
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Step back in time with a day out at Timbertown, one of Australia’s best heritage theme parks, just 20 minutes west of Port Macquarie. Set amongst 87 acres of beautiful natural Blackbutt forest, Timbertown is an entire living, working
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Village from 1880 – 1930. Family fun is plentiful with loads of activities including gold panning, miniature train rides, steam train rides, horse and carriage rides, and even whip cracking lessons. Immerse yourself in this era by observing the blacksmith and timber craftsmen at work, or by watching a bullock team. Visit the steam sawmill and also over 40 village buildings including an art and craft cottage, winery and a general store with its must visit Ice Creamery! So grab the family and enjoy a great value day out experiencing and learning first hand about Timbertown’s history. (See our ad page 14). Bago Maze & Winery The largest hedge maze in NSW is situated within the grounds of the picturesque Bago Maze & Winery, Wauchope. Open daily from 9.00am, the Bago Maze consists of 2,000 metres of pathways including sunken pathways, elevated walkways, bridges, observation towers plus a number of treasure hunt items to keep you entertained throughout the journey. Inspired by the surrounding bushland and vineyards, the maze incorporates a myriad of symbolic imagery within its pathways and hedges. The adventure through the an hour to complete however, many hours of fun can be had making for an entertaining day. No bookings required for groups under 15 people. Phone 6585 7099