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A coastal landscape with a prominent cliff, dense forest, and a clear view of the sea. 2
A coastal landscape with clear blue waters, rocky cliffs, and a wooden viewing platform. 3
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A coastal town with a beach, boats, and a pier. 5
By Navigate Expeditions

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10 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$375 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 5h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

    • Guaranteed on-time ship return: Back at the port well before departure.
    • Passionate local guides: Deep regional stories from university-trained locals.
    • Intimate small groups: Relaxed touring capped at 10 guests—never a big herd.
    • Nimble vehicle access: Reach secret coastal spots large coaches cannot access.
    • Pristine nature & wildlife: Spot native wildlife and rugged national parks

Activity location

    • Eden
    • Eden, New South Wales, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Welcome Centre, Ground Floor Weecoon St, Eden NSW 2551, Australia | Meet just opposite the Eden Visitors Information Centre, a short 150m/500ft walk from where you disembark your cruise ship.
    • Eden, New South Wales, Australia

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Eden Shore Excursion: Nature, History & Scenic Coastlines

  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 9:00 AM
Price details
NZ$374.62 x 1 AdultNZ$374.62
Total
Price is NZ$374.62
Until Sat, 31 Oct

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Expert Local Guide: Dedicated storytelling and personalised care from a passionate local guide.
  • Inclusions
    Catered Picnic Lunch & Drinks: Freshly prepared spread including a gluten-free vegetarian frittata, garden salad, bread roll, and chocolate brownie, served with juice, tea, and coffee (dietary needs happily catered for upon request).
  • Inclusions
    National Park Fees Included: All park entry fees and permits fully covered.
  • Inclusions
    Convenient Port Transfers: Easy pick-up and drop-off just 150m from the Port of Eden disembarkation point.
  • Exclusions
    Service charge: Tips for your guide (optional, but always appreciated).
  • Exclusions
    Alcoholic Drinks: Soft drinks, juice, tea, and coffee are provided; alcoholic drinks are not included.
  • Exclusions
    Personal Expenses: Souvenirs or additional snacks purchased during stops.

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Bare feet, Feeding animals, High-heeled shoes, Pets, Smoking, Smoking in the vehicle, Smoking indoors, Touching animals, Touching marine life, Vaping
    • Not suitable for: Children under 3 years, People with mobility impairments

What you can expect

  • Arriving in Eden by cruise ship and eager to explore the dramatic landscapes, rich history, and pristine wilderness of the Sapphire Coast? This 5-hour immersive shore excursion is designed specifically for nature lovers and history enthusiasts looking for an authentic local experience away from the big bus crowds!

    Led by a passionate local guide, this small-group tour takes you deep into Beowa National Park (formerly Ben Boyd National Park) in a nimble vehicle, reaching tranquil spots where large tour buses simply cannot go.

    Tour Highlights & What to Expect
    Eden Rotary Lookout: Located just minutes from the port, this spectacular spot offers sweeping views across Twofold Bay and is one of the Sapphire Coast's best vantage points for spotting humpback whales (seasonal: August to November).

    Cocora Beach & Bundian Way: A serene coastal stop where you'll hear the history of the Bundian Way—an ancient Aboriginal pathway connecting the high country to the coast.

    Quarantine Bay & Rixons Beach: Discover a sheltered, wave-free bay with a historic jetty and breakwall, perfect for spotting local birdlife like pelicans and cormorants.

    The Pinnacles Lookout (Beowa National Park): An easy, flat 500-metre walk leads to bird’s-eye views of these striking red-and-white earth cliffs. Learn how ancient water tables and iron oxide created this extraordinary geological wonder.

    Boyds Tower: Take a gentle boardwalk trail around this historic sandstone tower built in the 1840s. Enjoy panoramic ocean lookouts with fantastic whale-watching opportunities along the cliff edges.

    Davidsons Whaling Station: Explore the historic try-works where blubber was processed, uncover the region's fascinating maritime history, and take a peaceful walk on the beach.

    Guaranteed Peace of Mind for Cruise Passengers
    Ultra-Convenient Pick-Up: Step off your disembarkation point and take an easy, flat 150-metre walk to our meeting point at the Port of Eden—no long shuttle transfers required.

    Guaranteed On-Time Ship Return: We have hosted thousands of cruise ship guests and have never missed a ship departure. We guarantee to have you back well before all-aboard time, or your tour money is fully refunded.

    Genuinely Small Group: Capped at a maximum of 10 guests, ensuring a relaxed pace, easy photo opportunities, and personal commentary.

    What’s Included
    Expert Local Guide: Dedicated storytelling and deep regional knowledge throughout the day.

    Catered Picnic Lunch: Enjoy a fresh, locally-sourced lunch set in nature featuring a vegetarian frittata, bread roll, salad, and chocolate brownie with juice, tea, and coffee (dietary requirements catered for if notified at booking).

    All National Park Fees Included: Complete entry and permit fees covered.

    Book your small-group Eden tour today and experience the wild beauty and stories of the Sapphire Coast!

Location

Activity location

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    • Eden
    • Eden, New South Wales, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Welcome Centre, Ground Floor Weecoon St, Eden NSW 2551, Australia | Meet just opposite the Eden Visitors Information Centre, a short 150m/500ft walk from where you disembark your cruise ship.
    • Eden, New South Wales, Australia