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Central Coast Earns ECO Destination Status for Marine Tours, Wilderness Adventures

Sustainable and nature-based options now include marine tours, wilderness adventures and cultural walks across the region.

By Central Coast Things-to-do Desk · Published 25 July 2026

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The Central Coast in NSW is now an official ECO Destination, recognised for sustainable and nature-based tourism by Ecotourism Australia and WWF-Australia.

This designation draws attention to existing local operators that already align with nature-focused travel. Recognition supports continued promotion of small-group tours and farm visits that emphasise the area's coastline, bushland and waterways.

Marine Tours

Terrigal Ocean Tours runs small group water tours led by marine biologists. Offerings cover seasonal whale and dolphin watching along with year-round sunset and seal tours.

Outdoor Adventures

Glenworth Valley Outdoor Adventures operates across 3,000 acres of wilderness and provides guided horse riding. Tree Tops Adventure Park features canopy walks and thrill rides within the same region.

Farm and Cultural Experiences

Sydney Oyster Farm Tours allows visitors to walk amongst oyster leases. Broken Bay Pearl Farm is NSW's only pearl farm producing rare Akoya pearls. Iris Lodge Alpacas offers a family-friendly farm experience. Girri Girra Aboriginal Experiences runs guided bushwalking focused on native foods and traditional medicinal plants.

These experiences operate from established local venues and draw on the Central Coast's natural settings. No specific attendance figures or ticket prices appear in the source material, so descriptions remain qualitative.

Visitors can review operator websites or local visitor guides for current availability and booking details.

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