Top Activities for Kids Part 1

Lydia Crossingham • December 8, 2021

Let’s face it. It’s not always easy when you’re travelling with children to keep them entertained. And it’s important that wherever you choose to go, you have some amazing options that will keep the kids happy.


So, without further ado, we have compiled for you the top 10 activities for kids on the Coffs Coast. Here’s Part 1, for those beautiful, sunny days!


1.     Boambee Beach  – this is a favourite with kids! Clear, shallow waters to play in and explore along with excellent playground facilities, barbeques, shelters and takeaway food options.

2.     Coffs Harbour Butterfly House – Possibly one that will go down as a huge hit with the kids. You’ll get to stroll amongst hundreds of live Australian butterflies in an indoor subtropical rainforest setting. There is also a very cool maze plus a live Dinosaur show twice a day, with a Dino forest and Dinosaur lab, where they hatch new dinosaurs. Cool!

3.     Dolphin Marine Conservation Park – Experience marine animals close up, discover the animal and conservation programs and be inspire to act responsibly every day to care for our marine wildlife.

4.     Treetop Adventure – Seriously fun, you can experience tree ropes and Ziplining along with challenging obstacles courses, all located high up in the tree canopy. A really fun day the kids will love.

5.     Solitary Islands Coastal Walk  – This coastal walk is loads of fun, purely for the wildlife you meet along the way! Gorgeous kangaroos can be found at Look At Me Now headland and are always a hit with the kids!


And don’t forget, when you’re planning your Coffs Coast trip with the family, make sure you book one of our amazing self-contained apartments or townhouses. Check out the various options HERE

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