Sand Dune Adventures 1 Hour Quad Bike Adventure Tour

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A guided 1 hour quad bike ride on the Worimi Sand Dunes at Stockton Beach, riding from bush to beach over the highest sand dunes in the southern hemisphere. No experience is necessary.

Days

1 hour

Age

16 and over to ride solo; children 130cm+ ride double with an adult

Group size

Guided, 1 guide per 5 riders

Start / finish

Williamtown / Williamtown

Return

See itinerary for details

Transport

Your own quad bike, after a 5 minute self-drive from the office

Meals

No meals are listed as included

Route

Map of Sand Dune Adventures 1 Hour Quad Bike Adventure Tour

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Included experiences

Worimi Sand Dunes — quad biking on dunes 40 to 100 feet high
Stockton Beach — coastline views
Coastal grassland and scrub — tracks to the dunes
History of the land with your guide

Sand Dune Adventures 1 Hour Quad Bike Adventure Tour

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Itinerary

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CHECK-IN AT WILLIAMTOWN

Your ride starts at the office on Nelson Bay Road in Williamtown, home of Newcastle Airport and RAAF Base Williamtown, so do not be surprised by a fighter jet overhead. After check-in you drive yourself about five minutes to the staging area, where you are fitted with a helmet and hi-vis vest, shown how your quad bike works and given a safety briefing and the hand signals your guide uses on the dunes. No licence or experience is needed. Riding solo, you get your own bike; riding as a pair, or an adult with a child, you share a two-seater.

THROUGH THE BUSH TO THE DUNES

Single file, with a guide in front and usually another at the back, you ride out along maintained tracks through coastal grassland and scrub. This is Worimi Country: the dunes sit within the Worimi Conservation Lands, owned by the Worimi people and managed jointly with NSW National Parks. Ahead lies the Stockton Bight dune field, the largest moving coastal sand mass in New South Wales, stretching about 32 km along Stockton Beach from Stockton to Anna Bay. Wind keeps pushing the sand inland, so the shape of the dunes changes from season to season.

UP AND OVER THE BIG DUNES

Once you're in the sand, your guide takes the group over steeper and steeper dunes, up the faces and down the other side. The biggest stand 40 to 100 feet high, and from the crests you look out over open sand to the long curve of the coastline. Your guides read the sand, the weather and the riders, so a confident group may go faster while a novice group cruises; on busy days there is often one of each. Two-seater bikes keep to the lower dunes at a gentler pace. Along the way your guide tells you about the history of the land, and after an hour you ride back to the staging area.

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Good to know

Meeting point: Check in at the office, 2163 Nelson Bay Road, Williamtown, 30 minutes before your tour, then drive yourself 5 minutes to the bikes.
Departure time: 4 times daily, every day except Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
Minimum age: 16 to ride your own bike. Younger children can ride double on a 2 seater quad bike with an adult but must be 130cm tall. Double bikes stay on the lower dunes and go at a slower pace.
Please note: Guides read the sand, landscape, weather and rider confidence, and this sets the speeds allowed. Helmets are compulsory, so a turban or scarf may need to be adjusted or taken off. Pregnant women can't ride. Riders who keep riding unsafely or ignore the guide after one warning are taken back to the car park and the ride ends with no refund.

What is included

1 hour guided quad bike ride
Riding helmet
Hi-vis safety vest

FAQ

Preparing for the trip

Do I need travel insurance?

Insurance is important in protecting visitors from loss or damange of goods, medical problems, cancelation by passengers or other casualties. Its highly recommended. Some tours on this website require you to have travel insurance. If you are Australian then it is not necessary.

Where can I get more information about this trip?

If you find that this tour page doesn't answer all your questions, then please get in contact with us! Our passionate team are always available to answer any queries you may have.

What immunisations do I need?

For the latest information on immunisations, we strongly recommend you or contact the Travellers Medical and Vaccination Centre (www.traveldoctor.com.au) to discuss health requirements for your trip. They will advise you about appropriate inoculations.

Do I need to take any medical supplies?

It is not necessary to bring any medical supplies other than any personal items you may require. Each tour carries a first aid box, and the tour guides are all certified in First Aid.

Will I be able to use my mobile whilst on tour?

You can use your mobile while touring in Australia or New Zealand, but coverage may be limited in remote areas. For best connectivity, consider purchasing a local SIM card or an international roaming plan.

How fit do I need to be?

These tours are designed to be fun, informative and active, and can be enjoyed by anyone with a moderate degree of fitness and agility. Travellers should be comfortable with hiking or walking up to 5km each day.

What should I pack?

Depending on where in Australia or New Zealand you decide to visit, your luggage will vary. For exact information please visit the "What to bring" section of each tour page.

Private tours and families

Is it possible to travel in a private group?

If you are looking for a private tour based on one of these trips, please contact us directly and we may be able to help. Over the years we have worked with families, groups of friends, schools, clubs and charities to put together the perfect trip.

Booking the trip

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If I book more than one tour can I get a discount?

Absolutely! If you are booking multiple tours then we may be able to offer you a discount. Send us an email at info@lostinaustralia.org and let us know what you thinking of doing and we can put together a price for you.Also, be sure to look out for monthly specials on tours. We often have some great bargains.

Does the tour price include flights?

No. Tour prices do not include any travel arrangements other than for the duration of the tour itself. If you need assistance with booking flights or buses our travel team and certainly help - Just ask!

How far in advance do I need to book my tour?

As a rule of thumb, try to book at least 2 weeks prior to departure, this will usually get you a seat on the date you want. That being said, we cannot guarantee that spaces will be available at the time of your booking so, if you can, book as soon as possible. Bookings can still be made right up until the departure date of the tour if seats are available. If you know when you'd like to travel, please contact us and we will let you know if you need to book soon or if you have time.

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If I make a deposit only, when will I need to pay the balance?

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Who travels with us

Is it ok to travel alone on one of these tours?

Plenty of travellers book these tours on their own. Solo travellers are very much welcomed and encouraged. During your outback adventure you'll meet new and interesting people and forge relationships that last a lifetime.Solo travellers will usually share a room with a travelling companion of the same sex, but even if you do get your own room you won't be charged extra. On camping tours there are generally enough tents available that you can have your own if you choose to.For more information please contact us directly.

Cost and Fees

Do I need to tip the guide?

If you had an amazing time on tour and wish to tip your guide, that is completely up to you. Tipping is not customary in Australia and is not at all expected.

Will I need additional money?

Travellers are advised to bring some cash, as ATMs and banks can be few and far between in the remote parts of the trip. It is handy to have some extra cash, as the tour does stop by local shops and cafes.

Are there any hidden fees I need to know about?

Our tour prices are completely transparent. There are no additional fees involved that are not included in the overall tour price shown. If you wish to do optional activities such as helicopter rides or wildlife safaris, then an extra cost may be needed. However, this will always be made clear at the time of your booking.

What does Paid Locally mean?

Some tours require you to pay national park fees directly, in cash, to the tour guide on the morning of departure. Rest assured this will be subtracted from the tour price when reserving your tour.

Whilst on tour

Can I book extra accommodation for the start and end of the tour?

We know our country inside and out and would be happy to give you good recommodations. Please contact us for recommendations.

Where do I meet the tour?

For pick-up times and locations, please check the "Start/Finish" section directly under the itinerary, which lists every pick-up point and its time.There is a lot of information there to help you plan your flights and arrival.Please review it carefully, as pick-ups can vary from tour to tour.

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(5/5)

A great morning on my first quad ride, doubling with my slightly nervous 11-year-old. The guides focused on keeping everyone safe, the dunes were amazing, and one guide took photos on his phone and sent them to us; for first-timers the one-hour session was plenty.

Paul F Verified· Travelled 7th October 2026

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(5/5)

We did the one-hour ride on a Monday in June. Thanks to Caleb and the team for guiding us, making great memories and working hard to find our lost phone.

Darshan Ghimire Verified· Travelled 4th June 2026

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