Why choose this Newcastle tour ?
Explore the natural beauty of the Port Stephens Marine Park, onboard the MV Osprey, our 24m fast super cat eco-vessel, designed with sustainability in mind. Your journey starts by searching for our resident Bottlenose Dolphins that call our beautiful Port Stephens’ waterways home. This cruise offers incredible viewing opportunities onboard to see the dolphins in their natural habitat. While cruising offshore, keep your eyes out as we may find penguins, seals, turtles and sea birds.
Venture across to Jimmy’s beach, take in the spectacular views looking out towards Yacaaba and Tomaree headlands before heading offshore and exploring Murphy’s gap and Cabbage Tree Island if the weather allows us. Cruising back along the stunning shores of Shoal Bay, catch a glimpse of the boats launching at Little Beach, before returning back to Nelson Bay, showing you Nelson Head to Fly Point, one of the region’s most popular snorkelling and diving spots.
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What makes Port Stephens: Dolphin Watch Eco Adventure a unique experience ?
Explore the Port Stephens Marine Park onboard our eco vessel, the MV Osprey. Searching for our wild bottlenose dolphins exploring gorgeous waterways of Port Stephens.
After finding Dolphins, journey offshore to see our beautiful outer islands off Port Stephens exploring Murphy’s gap and Cabbage Tree Island if the weather allows us. Cruising back along the stunning shores of Shoal Bay, catch a glimpse of the boats launching at Little Beach, before returning back to Nelson Bay
Knowledgeable and entertaining commentary is provided throughout the cruise, including the WWII history of Port Stephens, enhancing the overall experience for guests.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Please note we do not run on Christmas Day
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Please Bring: Comfortable casual clothing and footwear, Sunglasses, hat, Sun Cream, Camera. We recommend dressing warmer for winter months
- If you or any member of your party experience or feel they may experience motion sickness, we highly recommend consulting your pharmacist regarding seasickness medication.
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- 10:30am Dolphin Watch Eco
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1.5 Hour Dolphin Watch Cruise
Port Stephens: Dolphin Watch Eco Adventure Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Live commentary on board
Not Included
- The listed price does not include parking fee applicable along with waterfront
- Food and drinks
- Lunch
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Moonshadow – TQC Cruises.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Australia/Sydney.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 4 Stars based on 41 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
• The listed price does not include a the d’Albora Marina Car Park parking fee, payable at parking payment stations
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
• Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.
• Please note we do not run on Christmas Day
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Not wheelchair accessible
Important Information:
Boarding commences 15 minutes prior to scheduled departure time of cruise. To avoid the risk of missing the cruise during peak times; please ensure you allow yourself ample time to find parking etc, we do suggest that you aim at arriving to the marina 30 – 45 minutes prior to boarding time of your cruise.
Please Bring:
-Comfortable casual clothing & footwear
-Sunglasses, hat & sun cream is recommended
-Camera
-Dress warmer for winter months
If you or any member of your party experience or feel they may experience motion sickness, we highly recommend consulting your pharmacist regarding seasickness medication.
External food and drink will not be permitted onboard the vessel at any time
