

Adventure & sport
People enjoying a hot air balloon ride, Hunter Valley
Like to get to the edge of your comfort zone? Then you’ve certainly come to the right place. There are few adventures you can’t experience in NSW – whether your passion is flying through a rainforest on a zipline, surfing huge (and world-famous) breaks, rock climbing dramatic drops in World Heritage-listed national park or mountain biking the tracks surrounding Australia's highest peak, our coastline, mountains and red-dirt country offer endless opportunities to get your heart pounding.
This is your guide to some of NSW’s most beautiful and challenging adventures plus the best stays, feeds and baths after. Challenge yourself, then reward yourself with luxury at the finish line.
Summer in NSW presents an incredible array of outdoor activities: from gliding above the ocean to pedalling along dirt tracks, and trampolining across the treetops. Try something new this season among the state’s incredible landscapes.
Follow our guides to enjoy an adventure-filled visit to these action-packed destinations.
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