Attractions

The Greater Port Macquarie region is full of so many surprises for the entire family to enjoy.

⟶ Golden Lion Tamarin at Billabong Zoo

Memorable experiences all in one place.

Billabong Zoo ⇗ World Renowned Breeding Centre. Established 1995.

Conservation through education.

� Book a Personal Animal Encounter online. Get up close and personal with koalas, meerkats, snakes, red pandas, snow leopards or cheetahs and you’ll make memories of a lifetime. Adopt a Koala. Want to make a difference and help koalas through our World Renowned Koala Breeding Centre? Adopt one of our precious koalas for one year. Jump online at billabongzoo.com.au Retail Therapy. Browse our zoo shop for that special Australiana souvenir or choose from our selection of beautiful gift ideas. The Meeting Point Café. Enjoy a delicious bite to eat from our varied menu in a bright and airy location with indoor and outdoor seating. Open to the public from 9am to 2.30pm. Visit us soon. 61 Billabong Drive, Port Macquarie www.billabongzoo.com.au admin@billabongzoo.com.au www.instagram.com/billabongzoo www.facebook.com/billabongzoopmq Open 9am to 5pm

⇗ Book entry and personal animal encounter tickets online. Map Ref A14

⟶ Bago Maze + Winery

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. Connect with our wonderful wildlife at the multi-award winning Billabong Zoo where we care for over 200 animals in this friendly 10 acre koala and wildlife park with over 80 species of Australian and exotic animals. Stop by our enclosures and read all about our wonderful wildlife and check out our Zoo Keeper Presentation videos available via QR codes at some of our exhibits. From our koala breeding centre to our big cat enclosures of cheetahs, lions and snow leopards you’ll discover enchanting Australian and Exotic animals at every turn including Shrek our Monster crocodile. 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 with zoo entry. Children can enjoy the playground and the whole family have access to picnic areas set in beautiful shaded gardens with koi carp ponds. Experience memorable personal animal encounters with Koalas, Cheetahs, Red Pandas, Snakes, Meerkats, and Leopards. Bookings essential. Visited the zoo yesterday? Why not come back today and treat your senses to a day filled with delicious food at The Meeting Point Café, newly renovated with a relaxing al-fresco area overlooking our spider monkeys. Free entry if you’re just coming for a bite to eat at our Café and without a zoo visit. Start your day with a freshly cooked breakfast, a barista-made coffee or fresh smoothie. Check out our Zoo Gift Shop and choose from a wide selection of beautiful gift ideas or souvenirs. 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). 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 maze takes from 20 minutes to 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 (see page 3).

RICARDOES TOMATOES & STRAWBERRIES FARM Free entry to Ricardoes farm opens the doorway to a day of family fun and adventure with activities to satisfy all ages seven days a week. The property’s location in beautiful open countryside is a breath of fresh air year-round yet it’s only 10 minutes’ drive from town, all on a sealed road. Port’s most awarded tourist attraction is famous for its popular pick-your-own strawberries experience from easily accessible vertical frames: seniors can stroll the avenues and reach out at arm’s length while, lower down the lattice, tiny tots can too. And there’s plenty of grassy space for kids - and long-distance travellers - to stretch their legs. Berry picking is all under soaring greenhouse cover so wind and rain never matter. Air-conditioned Café RED is cool in summer, warm in winter, and offers sitdown table service as well as the option of takeaway: budget-priced outstandingly wholesome farm-fresh brekkie, lunch, snacks, barista coffee and Ricardoes’ ”world’s best” scones with whipped natural cream, lavished with strawberry jam. Browsable farm shop features Ricardoes Fine Food Show medal-winning sweet and savoury preserves, take-home vegies and produce, one-of-a-kind gifts, souvenirs, and novelties for children. Cafe 7 days, 9am-3pm; no-charge BYO, high chairs, wide entry and ramp, all level indoors, sealed carpark, clean rest rooms. Farm Mon-Fri 7am-5pm; Sat-Sun 8am-5pm. (see page 5).

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