Extreme thrill seeking rides aboard a Special Forces Vessel, Ports fastest high speed adventure boat –
need to be fit and healthy, preferably strong.
Need from 5 to 8 people at $70 per head for 20
minute ride on the oceanKristine Blencowe will be trying out some of these activities with view to including some in the program.
Aquatic Blue Charters – previously Water Rats
www.aquaticbluecharters.com.au
Aquatic Blue Charters (Port Macquarie Whale Watching Cruises) offer a variety of water based activities to suit the entire family from beautiful cruises, whale watching, to a thrill seeker ride out over the ocean or a Jet Ski ride and Fishing Charters.
Extreme thrill seeking rides aboard a Special Forces Vessel, Ports fastest high speed adventure boat –
need to be fit and healthy, preferably strong.
Need from 5 to 8 people at $70 per head for 20
minute ride on the ocean
Jet Ski Hire They have 4 skis that take 3 passengers for $150 an hour If group is interested – worth getting exact prices – they seem to have flexible pricing. Suit broader age group than above
Port Water Sports
portwatersports@yahoo.com.au
Let us chute you! This is the fastest elevator in town; whisking
you from sea level to 130 metres in a matter of seconds. All our
flights are a combination of parasailing and ocean or river cruise
and last approximately 1 hour.
Parasail the easy way, with our Sightseeing Parasailing Tours. We operate an ultra modern cable/winch parasailing boat. It's easy and you do not have to get wet.
Once on board, we take you on a scenic tour to our allocated fly zones. We fit your harness, inflate the chute, once connected you are winched up into the air.
We carry up to 12 passengers, so your friends can join in and watch all the action in comfort. Observers are welcome, a small fee applies.
Opinion: Suit the adventure package lot – young fit adults & older teens
The Edge Experience www.edgeexperience.com.au
Kristine is interested in the shorter options from Edge Experience
during the reunion. However, with numbers of people staying longer
than the 3 days the full day activities are well worth considering.
Half Day Mountain Bike and Morning Tea $50
Full Day Abseil and Mountain Bike Tour $85
Twilight Mountain Bike Eco tours $35.
Edge Experience has created an evening eco tour, incorporating an easy 2 hour circuit on flat terrain amongst protected nature reserves, a star studded night, and an abundance of wildlife. Tours include insect repellent, lighting, mountain bikes and safety accessories with pickup and return to your accommodation.
Comboyne Classic with Morning tea and Lunch $95
The Comboyne Plateau ride begins high in the Hastings hinterland district and meanders its way downhill through quiet country back roads. Descend at a leisurely pace through a variety of habitats or challenge yourself with exhilarating downhills, swales and single tracks. A full day Comboyne classic includes complimentary transport, bikes and accessories, smoko, lunch and a water bottle.
Wheels, Wine & Dine Tour $85
Your day begins at the summit of Bago Bluff National Park where your ride traverses a dramatic rock escarpment before an exhilarating down hill descent to level ground. The wheels, wine and dine experience completes at the Bago vineyards in a relaxing environment with superb table wines and quality live Jazz. Tours provide an assortment of local condiments, cold meats, wholesome bread and gourmet salads with a variety of cold refreshments and fortified beverages available at the cellar door.
Full Day Beginner Abseil $85
Edge Experience has created a full day beginner
abseiling course for those with little or no previous
abseiling experience. Abseils are conducted in
progressive stages from a gentle 2metre ‘nursery
boulder’ to an exhilarating 50 metres. While there is a
strong emphasis on fun and adventure, courses are
also designed to educate you in the correct use and
applications of approved equipment, equipment
maintenance and the numerous safety procedures
required to safely conduct an abseil. A full day Beginners Abseiling course includes complimentary
transport, all specialist equipment, lunch and smoko and instruction from your certified guide.
Full Day Advanced Abseil $150
As a prerequisite to this course you must have completed a Beginners Abseiling course or equivalent and have a reasonable level of fitness in order to traverse and descend largely untracked countryside. The feature event of the day is a jaw dropping 100 metre abseil off the top of the Comboyne H Knob where you will complete the day with a scenic 4WD transfer home. This package is not for the faint hearted, adrenalin pumping jumps, epic heights and larger than life freefalls are all in a wicked day's adventure!
Directions: All tours include a complimentary 4WD transfer from your local accommodation to your tour location.
Scuba Diving For those who already have a dive qualification www.scubahaven.com.au.
Kristine is
looking into other local dives.
Kayak Tours – Located only metres from Westport Club
Camden Haven Music Festival www.camdenhavenmusicfestival.org.au
Wallow in sublime classical music by some of Australia's most renowned performers followed by an exciting array of world music experiences and unique entertainment.
Bellrowan Valley Horse Riding www.bellrowanvalley.com.au
Experience the magic and beauty of riding through the Australian bush. OPEN 7 DAYS, BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL
4X4 pickup from Crows Road 6.4Km from Beechwood
Riding tuition for all participants
Classic bush and rainforest trails
Billy tea & fresh damper around the fire
Learn to crack a stockwhip after the 2hr mountain ride.
Size of group 2 to 12 riders
Two Options (others available on request)
One Hour plus afternoon tea ride Need to allow 2 to 2-1/2 hours to cover tuition and afternoon tea. Starts at 1.30pm. Cost: $50 p.p.
Two hour mountain ride including whip cracking: Allow 3 to 3-1/2 hours to cover tuition and afternoon tea. Starts at 9:30am Cost: $75 p.p.
Opinion: Ideal for overseas people wanting a true taste of the Australian bush; for $80 each a barbecue sausage sizzle can be included in the two hour option. The extra $5 probably is good value.
Macquarie Mountain Tours
http://www.portmacquarieinfo.com.au/accom_result1.asp?code=13949
Most tours are suitable for all ages however wheelchair access is limited. Any day is available for group bookings of 10 - 14 people.
Touring & walking through sub tropical & cool temperate rain forests.
Visit the Wilson River reserve & Werrikimbe World Heritage National Park in a full air-conditioned
4wd Land Cruiser carrying up to 10 people.
We have half and full day tours with morning & afternoon tea /BBQ lunch a 4wd and water boat tour
of the Hastings River then some of the local state forests & nation parks, waterfalls, wildlife, lakes
coastline and also local winery tours.
Groups of up to 10. It seems numbers depend on actual tour - see website.
Half day tours Cost: Adults $50. $25 includes Morning or Afternoon refreshment.
Time 8am – 11:30am or 1pm – 4:30 daily & weekends
Day Trips Cost $75 and $50 and include Morning & Afternoon tea and BBQ lunch
Time 8am – 4:30pm Friday & Mondays. There are other optional tours in brochure.
Pick up Point
We pick up and drop off at your accommodation.
Opinion: Good extra for people who are staying longer especially overseas visitors. They do pick up from the accommodation which is handy.
If you are considering any of the above please let us know on the Registration/Expression of Interest form.
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