What to do and see in Cessnock, New South Wales: The Best Things to do Good for Kids

Balloon Aloft took to the skies for the first time back in 1980 becoming Australia’s very first hot air ballooning company. With over 40 years experience in providing the ultimate flight experience, Balloon Aloft has been recognised with numerous national, state and regional tourism awards including many Best Adventure Tourism Operator awards. A family run company, Balloon Aloft is dedicated to providing the very best ballooning adventure to each and every passenger.

Grapemobile is the Hunter Valley's most popular and longest established bicycle hire facility. Situated on our own vineyard, sample our Grapemobile wines whilst we guide you with friendly local knowledge on the most favoured private bicycle trails, wine tour tasting & food options of the Hunter Valley Vineyard Wine Region. Visit our centrally located vineyard & hire shop in Pokolbin, or utilise our unique bus pick-up & return service from your local acommodation or meeting place. Grapemobile bicycle hire includes mountain bikes and tandems, helmets, sunscreen, bottled water, Grapemobile wine tasting and vineyard visit, maps and guided tour options.

Hunter Valley Helicopters is a locally owned and operated company based at Cessnock Aerodrome, in the Heart of the Wine Region. We offer a range of services, be it Scenic Flights, Picnics, Breakfast & Lunch Tours, Weddings, Airport Transfers or even a flight out over the coast. We also offer other services such as Aerial Survey, Aerial Photography/Filming, Corporate Transfer or Team Building events.

If you a looking for an off road adventure as a family or with friends, then a guided segway tour with us is a must! With 3 locations to choose from including the Hunter Valley, Newcastle & Port Stephens, you will explore amazing terrain and capture the spectacular views on your very own off road Segway.

Over 30 years in the making, Domaine de Binet is the realization of a young boy’s dream and is the family label of winemaker Daniel Binet. Domaine de Binet Wine Company focuses on interesting wine regions and alternate varietals. Visit the working winery enjoy a picnic on the lawn relax and enjoy wine country with hand crafted wines by Domaine de Binet.

Cheese, Gelato, Fudge, giftware & more. An indulgent experience for all to enjoy... Hunter Belle is excited to present our brand new cheese room in Pokolbin, in the heart of the Hunter Valley. Located in the Ben Ean Complex at the beautiful historic Lindeman's Estate, with two cellar doors and a restaurant downstairs, we are a perfect desitination for your next trip to the Hunter Valley Wine

Hunter Valley Zoo is a private run zoo supported by its local families and business'. Set among the beautiful Hunter Valley it has 10 acres of land with everything from Native Australian animals to exotic animals such as monkeys and meerkats. Hunter Valley Zoo has picnic areas and free BBQ facilities so come and make it a family day out. We have special feed bags which can be used to feed our farmyard animals and our walkthrough kangaroo and bird aviary. Want something more? Hunter Valley Zoo now have encounters with Meerkats and Marmoset Monkeys and a species sponsor option. Visit our website or call us for more information.

Hunter Valley Horses is owned and operated by local business couple Scott and Narin. Their team of dedicated and fun tour guides will make your day super memorable. Take a relaxing day out as we clip clop through private properties, vineyards and farmland - from one tasting experience to the next. Our tours are a great way to unwind with that someone special, share with friends, impress collegues or join a group and meet new faces. Bookings are essential. We can organise courtesy transfers from Pokolbin accommodation so you can have a great day out wine tasting in the Hunter Valley.