Joanna James
Being one of the quintessential tourist hubs of the Port Stephens region, Nelson Bay features a stunning white sand beach and clear blue waters – this makes the bay one of the best places to partake in watersport activities in Australia. If you are planning to visit here anytime soon here are 5 water activities that you should consider partaking
Almost all of the beaches in Australia are ideal for surfing and nelson bay is of no exception to this claim. With ideal wind and wave conditions, the bay receives small to medium-sized way which is ideal for those who are new to surfing and for avid surfers who are trying to master their surfing skills. You could also rent out surfboards at any of the many surf shops that are located in and around the bay area. If you are completely new to this experience you could also get a trainer who would teach you the basics of surfing from the surf shop.
The sea surrounding the nelson bay teems with life and one of the most common inhabitants of the waters the surrounds the nelson by are dolphins. There is plenty of dolphins watching charters in the region and tourists can indulge in this experience by getting in touch with a local tour operator. IF you are stationed at any of the Nelson Bay hotels the likes of Oaks Nelson Bay Lure Suites you could reach out to the front desk for they will help you to get acquainted with a local tour operator.
If you are looking for some thrill and an adventure, jetskiing is the ideal watersport for you. You could rent out a jet ski in the bay region and you could cruise over the waters at dizzying speeds in no time. A typical jet ski could reach a maximum speed of a whopping 80 kilometres an hour and with no or very less amount of resistance and no obstacles you could enjoy a thrilling – high octane ride. You could feel the rush of the adrenaline in your veins you wouldn't get tired of this experience. Anyone above the age of 12 could partake in this experience and driving a jet ski is pretty easy! You also do not need a licence to drive a jetski.
The deeper waters around nelson bay teem with large predatory fish which makes it the region ideal grounds for game fishing. There are also plenty of boats docked at the bay which you could charter to head into the deeper waters. Mahimahi Marlin, tuna and sailfish are some of the popular game fish varieties that you could fish. But bear in mind that some of these fish could be fairly large in size so this activity is safe and could be best enjoyed if you partake in it in groups!
Sea kayaking is also an activity that is on offer at nelson bay - this activity is popular amongst youngsters and is ideal for couples. The best times to partake in this activity is during evening hours during which you could take in the exquisite views of the sunset.
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