Nelson Bay is surrounded with beautiful Golf Courses. Nelson Bay Golf Course is only 5 minutes drive from the Peninsula Nelson Bay. Popular are the Horizon Golf Course (10 minutes Drive) or the Pacific Dunes in Medowie (40 minutes Drive) or the Cypress Lakes Resort Golf Course in the lower Hunter Region (60 minutes Drive). Enjoy the day on the water with Dolphin Cruises or Wale Watching (seasonal). Or would you prefer to dive in the beautiful underwater world of Nelson Bay and its surrounding. Many Dive operators offer an experience you won’t forget. Nelson Bay is also famous for its Fishing Competition, so come and join the fun. Nelson Bay has one of the biggest Sand Dunes at the Coast Line of Australia. Go for a ride with a 4WD operator, Quad Bike or purchase your own license and experience the Dunes on your own. With its natural parks and beautiful sandy beaches there are many more activities which suit families or adventure hungry.