When it comes to awesome animals, we've hit the jackpot. Koalas, whales, camels, horses, kangaroos, leopards, red pandas, crocs, monkeys, meerkats and more. Sure, some are cuddlier than others, but all of them are amazing.

It's a Wild LifeWhen it comes to awesome animals, we've hit the jackpot. Koalas, whales, camels, horses, kangaroos, leopards, red pandas, crocs, monkeys, meerkats and more. Sure, some are cuddlier than others, but all of them are amazing.

Whale Watching

Whether you are standing on a vantage point along our stunning coastline or chasing ocean waves on a jetboat, the chances of spotting whales breaching during their May to November migration, is very likely. Take a whale watching cruise with Port Jet Cruise Adventures

Great viewing locations:

Koala Hospital

The Koala Hospital is the world's first hospital dedicated solely to the care and conservation of koalas. The hospital has a treatment room, eight Intensive Care Units, a 24 Hour Rescue operation and multiple recovery yards.

Tours of the facility, educational displays and koala yards are self-guided. Visiting the Koala Hospital is free of charge and the hospital is open 8.30am-4.00pm daily.

Billabong Zoo

At the multiple award-winning Billabong Zoo, you can get up-close and personal to Australian and exotic animals. You can pat, stroke, feed, hold, hear and see over 80 species of mammals, reptiles and birds. They care for over 200 animals in this friendly 10 acre Koala and Wildlife Park.

Camel Safari

Hop on the famous Port Macquarie Camel Safaris on Lighthouse Beach. Enjoy a unique and fun filled experience on Port Macquarie’s most beautiful southerly beach aboard one of Australia’s own camels and be delighted with stories, amazing facts and history of this incredible ‘ship of the desert’.

Horse Riding in the Vines

Visit Port Macquarie Horse Riding Centre located at Cassegrain Winery. Offering escorted trail rides through the Cassegrain Winery estate, available for children aged over six. Also a perfect opportunity for parents to indulge in wine tasting at the Cellar Door and dine at Twotriplefour Restaurant.

Hayden Quinn at Hastings River Horse Riding

Horse Riding to the River (or the Pub)!

Hastings River Horseriding, located just outside of Wauchope, has regular River Rides (warning, you'll get a little wet), rides to beautiful Queens Lake down at Bonny Hills, and even rides to the Pub for lunch!

Frankie the labradoodle gang at salty crew

Must.Love.Dogs

Bring your best mate with you! More and more of us are travelling with our pets, so se've rounded up some great ideas for you and your doggo here.