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Port Stephens: Dolphin Watching Cruise

Name: Port Stephens: Dolphin Watching Cruise
Brand: HolidaySG
Price: 8.93 SGD
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Ticket type

E-ticket / Mobile

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Instant

Accessibility

Wheelchair friendly

Suitable for

All ages

Highlights

Take a boat tour in the dolphin capital of New South Wales
Enjoy live commentary from the captain along the way
Jump into the boom net and feel the ocean as you cruise along
Cruise around the Eastern harbour, and see Tomaree and Yaccaaba Headlands
Spot the diverse marine life that call Port Stephens home

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Port Stephens: Dolphin Watching Cruise

Non-refundable

Infant -11%

SGD 10.03 SGD 8.93

Port Stephens: Dolphin Watching Cruise

Non-refundable

Adult -17%

SGD 49.70 SGD 41.46

Child -16%

SGD 30.92 SGD 26.02

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About Port Stephens: Dolphin Watching Cruise

Glide through the pristine waters of Port Stephens Harbour, widely recognised as the dolphin capital of New South Wales, on this relaxing boat cruise designed for an up-close encounter with playful bottlenose dolphins. Relax on the open deck while your captain shares fascinating insights, then dip your feet in the ocean via the boom net for a uniquely immersive experience among the marine wildlife.

Local Legends & Stories

The local Worimi people have long held Port Stephens in high regard as a place where the spirit of the sea is ever-present, and the resident dolphins are often seen as playful guides for local fishermen and boat crews alike.

Must Do Experiences

Watch resident pods of bottlenose dolphins play and swim alongside the vessel in their natural habitat

Hidden Gems

The Eastern harbour offers secluded coves and quiet bays that most fast boats miss, providing a calmer environment for wildlife spotting

What Makes it Special

Port Stephens is one of the few places in the world where you can reliably see both short-beaked and long-beaked bottlenose dolphins in the wild

Available Facilities

Restrooms Deck Seating Boom Net Live Captain Commentary First Aid

Perfect Timing

When to visit for the best experience

Morning cruises are ideal for calmer seas and more active dolphin sightings, while late afternoon trips offer beautiful golden-hour lighting. The warmer months from late spring to early autumn provide the most consistent weather, though dolphins are present year-round.

Photography Guide

Capture the perfect shots

Use a camera with a good zoom lens to capture dolphins from a safe distance without disturbing them

Cultural Etiquette

Respect local customs and traditions

Maintain a quiet and respectful demeanour on the deck to avoid startling the wildlife, and always follow the crew's instructions regarding the boom net for the safety of everyone onboard.

Special Events & Experiences

Enhanced experiences and seasonal highlights

During the winter months from June to September, the region also becomes a migratory route for humpback and southern right whales

Important Guidelines & Safety

Essential safety information and guidelines

If you are prone to sea sickness, take preventative medication before boarding as the waters can occasionally be choppy

Visitor Information

Entry Fee

Standard tickets cover the cruise, boom net experience, and captain commentary; combo deals with nearby sandblowing adventures or lunch cruises are often available for better value.

Visit Duration

Allow approximately two to three hours for the full cruise experience, but if you are short on time, prioritise the boom net activity and the eastern harbour section for the best wildlife chances.

Accessibility

The vessel features a ramp for boarding and accessible restroom facilities, though the open deck area may have limited space for wheelchairs during busy tours.

Overview

Join a cruise of the magnificent Port Stephens Harbour to see the resident bottlenose dolphins on this boat tour. Relax on the deck with live commentary from the captain.

Port Stephens: Dolphin Watching Cruise gallery

Important Information

What's Included

Captain
Boom net experience
Cruise

Not Included

Swim suit and towels for the boom net
Lunch or snack items, these are available for sale at the bar
Souvenirs
Transfers to and from the activity

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Dolphins and whales are wild animals and sightings cannot be guaranteed. Please check your booking confirmation from Moonshadow TQC for vessel allocation.
Baby prams are not permitted on board our vessels. Collapsible strollers are permitted but cannot be taken to areas other than the main cabin of the vessel, upon boarding our friendly crew will advise passengers on where the stroller may be stored. If you have any questions, please refer enquiries to our reservations team.

Location

-32.68130100, 152.16969300

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this boat tour takes you through Port Stephens Harbour specifically to observe the area's resident bottlenose dolphins.

You can expect to relax on the deck and listen to live commentary from the captain while searching for resident bottlenose dolphins in the harbour.

The cruise lasts approximately 2 hours, including time spent cruising the harbour and searching for dolphins.

The meeting point is at the Port Stephens Marina in Toufa Drive, Tomaree, approximately 1.5 hours' drive north of Sydney CBD.

A modern, stable catamaran designed for comfort and viewing, equipped with shaded and open deck areas.

Yes, the cruise is family-friendly with no minimum age restriction, and life jackets are available for all ages.

Yes, there are clean, accessible toilets on board for passenger use during the cruise.

In addition to bottlenose dolphins, passengers often spot seabirds, fish, and occasionally whales during migration season (May–November).

The vessel has limited accessibility; stairs are required to board, and there is no dedicated wheelchair ramp, though assistance may be available with prior notice.

Bring sun protection (hat, sunscreen), weather-appropriate clothing (including a light jacket), and a camera; alcohol is not permitted to be brought on board.

While sightings are highly likely with over 90% success rate, if no dolphins are seen, passengers receive a voucher for a future cruise.

The vessel maintains a respectful distance of at least 30 meters to avoid disturbing the dolphins, in compliance with marine wildlife guidelines.

About Port Stephens: Dolphin Watching Cruise

Allow approximately two to three hours for the full cruise experience, but if you are short on time, prioritise the boom net activity and the eastern harbour section for the best wildlife chances.

Take a cruise around magnificent Port Stephens Harbour on one of the biggest boats in the bay. Keep an eye out for the resident Bottlenose Dolphins as you head out beautiful Port Stephens Marine Park. Take in the sights of Tomaree and Yacaaba Headlands, Shoal Bay, Nelson Bay, and the Eastern Harbour as you sit back and relax on the deck area. If you feel like getting a bit wet, feel free to use our boomnet. Enjoy entertaining and informative commentary on board. If you feel like indulging in something a little different, there is a licensed bar on board that you can choose to purchase from.

Standard tickets cover the cruise, boom net experience, and captain commentary; combo deals with nearby sandblowing adventures or lunch cruises are often available for better value.

The vessel features a ramp for boarding and accessible restroom facilities, though the open deck area may have limited space for wheelchairs during busy tours.

If you are prone to sea sickness, take preventative medication before boarding as the waters can occasionally be choppy

Maintain a quiet and respectful demeanour on the deck to avoid startling the wildlife, and always follow the crew's instructions regarding the boom net for the safety of everyone onboard.

Use a camera with a good zoom lens to capture dolphins from a safe distance without disturbing them

Restrooms, Deck Seating, Boom Net, Live Captain Commentary, First Aid

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