Top 5 activities for the NSW April school holidays

Planning a Camplify road trip for the upcoming school holidays in NSW? We thought so. Organising activities to keep the kids entertained doesn’t need to be a chore, so we thought we’d throw out some of our favourite suggestions for hitting the road with the little ones.

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Hit the slopes with a sandboard in Port Stephens

It might not be ski season in New South Wales, but if you’re heading through the gorgeous region of Port Stephens, make sure you check out Stockton Beach’s world-famous sand dunes. The dunes here are some of the biggest in the Southern Hemisphere, and for only $40 each you and the kids will get your very own sandboards to spend a wild afternoon gliding down the slopes. Who needs Thredbo?

Meet the dolphins in Byron Bay

Give the whole family an experience they’ll never forget with Cape Byron Kayaks, a kid-friendly tour company that are so confident you’ll spot dolphins or whales, you’ll get a free return trip if you don’t see them! With all their guides being trained Surf Lifesavers, safety is top of mind for these adventurers, while they also chuck in some unbeatable views of Cape Byron Lighthouse and a historical overview of the region's Indigenous history.

Learn to ride a horse in the Hunter Valley

Finally, you’ll be able to satisfy the eternal cravings of the kids asking for a pony with a learn-to-ride session in the stunning Hunter Valley. The folks at Hunter Valley Horses cater for riders of any experience level, offering sunrise and sunset rides, beginner classes for kids over 10, and special pony courses for those even younger. With the mountains in the background, explore serene farmland and the wilderness of the bush along the stunning Brokenback Range.

Become a pirate for a day in Sydney Harbour

Pull out those eyepatches, roll up those frilly sleeves and get ready for the family to embrace a nautical adventure on the high seas of Sydney Harbour! If you’re passing through the city on your road trip, don’t miss this awesome experience with Sydney Tall Ships, as Captain Pineapple (not his real name) takes you and the kids back in time to the days of the seafaring raiders. This hilarious day on the water is sure to provide the kids with hours upon hours of recreating sword fights and singing sea shanties all the way home.

Hit the high ropes on the Central Coast

Have the kids got endless reserves of energy they need to expend? Not sure where to take them to unleash their inner Tarzan? Look no further than Treetops Adventure in Ourimbah , a half-day course that will see kids over the age of 3 swinging, climbing, and walking along the well-maintained course. With an expert instructor overseeing the excitement, you can watch from below or get up there and master the jungle yourself.

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