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The Entrance, NSW

The Entrance is one of the closest spots to Sydney that begins to offer a true feeling that you’re removed from the busy city, with its defining great lake and clear beaches. It’s a well-noted stop-off for a picnic as you head further up the coast – a hit with the kids because of the pelicans that flock around the town and get an official feeding every afternoon. And if they’re not worn out by then, take them to the giant waterslide, the war museum, or nearby Wyrrabalong National Park.

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Delightful Central Coast

The Central Coast is the coastal area located 35km north of Sydney, and begins on the Northern banks of the Hawkesbury River. Traditionally, the Central Coast has been a popular resort for people living in Sydney. The Central Coast’s coastline stretches over 80km towards Newcastle. The resort and sleepy township are is only one hour’s drive from Sydney
In Glenworth Valley, enjoy horse riding amongst the bushy coastal hinterland. Bush walking in the various National Parks is popular. Water sports, such as a cruise boating on Brisbane Waters, fishing, diving, and surfing, can be indulged to for weeks around the waterways of the area.

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A vast array of Australian native animals and reptiles can be seen in the Australian Reptile Park & Wildlife Sanctuary, Somersby. Here, you can observe and actually touch the exotic animals. The Forest of Tranquillity, near Terrigal, has a huge number of wildflowers and over 124 kinds of birds in a reflective, quiet environment.
The seashore hustle and bustle of Terrigal will allow for some people watching. Terrigal caters for all standards of accommodation and it is a central beach town for visitors to base themselves while exploring the area. Throughout the Central Coast there are various kinds of accommodations which can be selected to suit individual travel purpose. Styles of accommodation include Backpacker’s lodge, B&Bs, holiday cabins, as well as some five-star hotels.

Nearest Airport: Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, Mascot

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About The Entrance

  • Locality: Suburb
  • The Entrance Postcode: 2261
  • State: New South Wales
  • Region: Central Coast
  • Latitude: -33.34465
  • Longitude: 151.49639
  • Elevation: 22m
  • Population: 4006
  • Median Income: $26572
  • Area (Sq/km): 1.655
  • Timezone: Australia/Sydney

Tours In The Entrance

Discover some of the tours options around The Entrance

Explore The Outback

Australia has a vast remote interior, much of it largely untouched. By night, the outback is deathly quiet, with the only light provided by the stars and the moon - a perfect oportunity for stargazing. Explore the isolated heart of the country, meet and connect with Aboriginal people and experience one of the oldest living cultures in the world. Go ‘walk-about’ and immerse yourself with Australia’s endless outback horizons.

Outback Experiences

Luxe Accommodation

Enjoy a distinctly Australian luxury experience, such as the unforgettable reefs, islands, beaches and coast; rugged mountain ranges, rainforests and vast national parks; and the many vibrant food and wine regions. Take a once in a lifetime adventure and discover the sheer indulgence of experiencing the wonders of Australia in style and stay in total luxury.

Australia has wide variety of accommodation options to suit most budgets and travelling preferences. Choose from luxury lodges, boutique hotels, serviced apartments, motels, bed and breakfasts, caravan parks as well as youth and backpacker hostels.

Accommodation

Glasshouse Mountains

The Glasshouse Mountains in the hinterland of Queensland’s Sunshine Coast are actually the cores of 20 million year old volcanoes. The sides of the volcanoes have eroded away leaving only the hardened rock spiremountain cores we see today. Learn more about this awe-inspiring landscape.

Glasshouse Mountains