We are passionate about port stephens and its wildlife and love to share it with our guests each day. Come swim with wild dolphins in the beautiful port stephens great lakes marine park in nsw. Port stephens dolphin watching day tours from sydney. For a truly once in a lifetime opportunity you can swim with wild dolphins in the open ocean and from may to november, see the magnificent humpback whales up close and personal during the annual migration season between june and november on a whale watching cruise or from. Have you ever dreamt of swimming with wild dolphins. Enjoy a trip to australias north coast, traveling to port stephens and the stockton bight sand dunes, on a fullday guided tour from sydney. Explore nelson bay marina on arrival at port stephens and enjoy lunch own expense before boarding the dolphin watching cruise.
Mar 09, 2016 sydney private guided tours au organizing private tours to nelsons bay for dolphin watching. Port stephens also makes for a great day trip or weekend break, and given that its low season you can get some great deals on accommodation and tours. Dolphin watching in port stephens with tamboi queen cruises. Moonshadowtqc whale and dolphin watching cruises nelson. This is an opportunity for the oceanic adventure of a lifetime. Stay and play in nelson bay, shoal bay, fingal bay, anna bay, salamander bay, soldiers point, corlette, boat harbour. The area is very popular for its breathtaking coastal scenery, protected waters at the bay, good fishing, and the opportunity to watch whales during the migration season. After lunch we rushed to get on the boat for the dolphin cruise. Some cruises include boom net rides, water slide, morning or afternoon tea, or you can combine dolphin watching with sandboarding on the dunes of. The result was to set a limit on the number of dolphin swimtour permits 4 to be issued for port phillip bay for the 200304 season. Port stephens bottlenose dolphins page 3 of 9 port stephens bottlenose dolphins eat a wide variety of seafood including fish, squid and octopus depending on availability and season.
Visit nelson bay, and have a well deserved lunch stop overlooking the busy tourist marina. Port stephens accommodation have 100s of self contained holiday rentals in port stephens best locations. Port stephens dolphin watching tour nelson bay expedia. Alternatively, join a tour which takes you around the port dolphin watching.
Sydney private guided tours au organizing private tours to nelsons bay for dolphin watching. Dolphin watch cruise is the best part of port stephens day tour in this part of port stephens tours, you will hop on board for spotting dolphins. There are a few cute little souvenir shops around so feel free to have a browse and take in the local atmosphere. Dolphin cruise can also be done on mondays and fridays. Jul 23, 2019 top whale watching spots on port stephens with over 30,000 whales predicted to be currently migrating along the nsw coastline, nsw national parks and wildlife service npws is encouraging everyone to visit coastal national parks for some of the best vantage points to spot these majestic ocean giants. Port stephens new south wales travel guide at wikivoyage. Dolphin watching port stephens cruise port stephens. Dolphin swim australia offers the only permitted wild dolphin swim in nsw and the first swim of its kind in the world. We provide the highest quality meats, authentic korean food along with various tasty side dishes. Port stephens is nsw premium destination for dolphin watching enthusiast, with the beautiful port stephens harbour boosting an impressive 99% success rate for spotting dolphins.
An adult dolphin consumes around 49% of its body weight daily. Enjoy a dolphin watching cruise, visit the australian reptile park and experience the thrill of sandboarding on this fullday adventure to port stephens. Book your tickets online for the top things to do in port stephens, australia on tripadvisor. Tea gardens is also ideal for cycling being so flat and you can take your bike across on the ferry. Port stephens is home to around 165 bottlenose dolphins, which live in the port itself. Swim with dolphins port stephens nsw dolphin swim australia. Dolphin watching and sandboarding adventures in beautiful port stephens. Tamboi queen cruises offer a number of fun experiences. Amazing views over port stephens from the gan gan lookout. The 15 best things to do in port stephens updated 2020. The dolphins are a much loved resident of this beautiful area with visitors coming. Check out the wildlife at the australian reptile park, take a dolphinwatching cruise from nelson bay, experience 4wheeling and sandboarding at the sand dunes, and soak up gorgeous scenery all along the route.
Having just completed an 8th season dolphin swim australia are currently rated. With over 140 bottlenose dolphins calling port stephens home, its no wonder these friendly locals are sighted so often. Dolphin swim australia is nsws first and only permitted wild dolphin swim. Experience the exhilaration of a 4wd adventure and sandboarding the dunes of port stephens. Port stephens is the home of some of the states most beautiful sea cultures. If you are lucky you can view them from the shore or hire a boat. Moonshadow tqc cruises and imagine cruises offer both whale and dolphin cruises, as well as sunset dinner cruises and snorkelling tours in the calm blue waters. We are a family friendly restaurant overlooking the waters of nelson bay. Dolphin swim australias tour takes place in the open ocean of port stephens for 4 hours of adventure. Pickup and dropoff service from 12 convenient locations included. Port stephens wild about whales nsw national parks.
Imagine and envision cruises offer holidayers an experience in the best port stephens has to offer. Enjoy the natural beauty of port stephens, join the dolphin watch cruise, visit the breathtaking sand dunes and go sandboarding. Whether its an entertaining and informative boat tour or a relaxing sunset dinner cruise, these are the best port stephens cruises around. Port stephens is just over two hours from sydney and worth a visit all year round. There are lots of coastal walks, fishing and boating opportunities, and even sandboarding. Dolphin watching and sandboarding package port stephens. In 2001 the dolphin research institute analysed data on dolphin interactions. Top whale watching spots on port stephens mirage news.
Seasons run from the first weekend in september until the last weekend in may. As well as getting swimmers up close and personal with the dolphins, dolphin swim australia is also involved in scientific research programs. Private guided premium tour to port stephens, dolphinwhales. Private guided premium tour to port stephens, dolphin. Dolphin, whale watch tours and private charter cruises. I enjoyed more my cruise in the nature paradise of jervis bay. We spotted several dolphins but because of the shape of the boat and the number of people it was not always easy to admire them. Approximately 100 bottlenose dolphins live in the waters of port stephens. Whale watching in port stephens whale watching in port stephens humpback and southern right whales migrate along port stephens beautiful coastline between may and november, with pregnant whales heading to warmer waters to give birth to their young, before returning with their new born calves back to antarctica.
Check out the official visitors website for more ideas. See dolphins 10 of 11 port stephens is located in the north coast region, and at 180 km away, its slightly further afield than other sydney daytrip destinations. Port stephens lies within the port stephens great lakes marine park and is situated about 160 kilometres 99 mi northeast of sydney. Whalewatchers can download npws free wild about whales mobile app to find the best vantage points, get realtime notifications of nearby sightings, log their own and more. Tours operate out of port stephens the dolphin capital of australia which is a little touch of paradise on the east coast of australia. This full day tour from sydney visits the central coast including reptile park, luxury dolphin watching trip with boom net, 4wd tour and sandboarding adventure. Dolphins are always around however the whale migration north is roughly from may to july then. Board the dolphin watch vessel and watch as the dolphins play on the bow waves. Port stephens visitor guide 2017 by destination port. Specialising in dolphin watching, whale watching and twilight dinner cruises we also feature weddings, private charters, corporate team building and schools educational programs. Check out the wildlife at the australian reptile park, take a dolphin watching cruise from nelson bay, experience 4wheeling and sandboarding at the sand dunes, and soak up gorgeous scenery all along the route. This family owned and operated business offer dolphin and whale watch cruises, fishing charters or private charters for functions.
Discover the beautiful coastal region of port stephens on a fullday nature tour from sydney. Wild dolphin swim nelson bay, port stephens adrenaline. Come swim with wild dolphins in the beautiful port stephensgreat lakes marine park in nsw. With a choice of 3 types of dolphin watching cruises, there is one to suit everyone. Studio apartments through to five bedroom houses waterfront, waterviews and close to the. Port stephens koala and dolphin watch home facebook. Hi, when would be the best time to stay at anchorage port stephens. With several viewing decks and an open sundeck, you will have plenty of opportunity to take in beautiful coastal scenery whilst on the lookout for the resident playful bottlenose dolphins.
Check out our list of mustdo water activities in port stephens. Several whale and dolphin cruises depart from the nelson bay marina. Port stephens, an open youthful tidedominated drownedvalley estuary, is a large natural harbour of approximately 4 square kilometres 52 sq mi located in the hunter region of new south wales, australia port stephens lies within the port stephensgreat lakes marine park and is situated about 160 kilometres 99 mi northeast of sydney. When we arrive at port stephens, take a break for lunch own expense at nelson bay, the main town of port stephens. Port stephens, new south wales, australia three day.
Enjoy complimentary hotel transfers from your sydney accommodation for a comfortable touring experience. Swim with dolphins port stephens nsw when is this experience available. Port stephens, new south wales, australia three day weather. Book your accommodation and tours with the official port stephens tourism website.
Dolphin watch is the most noteworthy highlight of port stephens. Our dedication to the protection of dolphins and whales enables us to tailor a unique style of cruise. Port stephens tour, port stephens dolphins tour gray line. As a result, 99% guaranteed that you will catch a sighting of these gorgeous creatures. Port stephens dolphin watch, reptile park and 4wd sandboarding tour. Port stephens is an area surrounding the port stephens bay, just north of newcastle in new south wales.
Port stephens private tour beautiful tours australia. Port stephens is an area surrounding the port stephens bay, just north of newcastle in new south wales understand. Port stephens on the mid north coast of nsw is the perfect place in australia to observe dolphins in the wild and is home to around 150 bottlenose dolphins with 99% success rate with dolphin sighting on all our dolphin cruises during all year round. Port stephens, an open youthful tidedominated drownedvalley estuary, is a large natural harbour of approximately 4 square kilometres 52 sq mi located in the hunter region of new south wales, australia.
View from the popular look out point on gan gan hill. Port stephens is the perfect destination for a day trip away from the city. With over 140 bottlenose dolphins calling port stephens home, its no wonder. Cancelling tours is not easy, but we all need to do our part to slow the spread of this virus. Visit an awesome australian wildlife park, see playful dolphins on our dolphin cruise, explore stunning beaches, take a 4wd trip on the beach, and. Dolphin swim tours port stephens dolphins swim with. Most weekends all year round check your preferred date by following directions at the bottom of the page duration. It boosts 26 stunning golden beaches, national parks, diverse marine life, and is a great little sydney escape. May 01, 2008 dolphin, whale watch tours and private charter cruises. Tourist information nelson bay port stephens north coast.
The harbour lies wholly within the local government. A specific dolphin swimtour permit application was developed, based on the existing parks victoria tour operator licence application. Witness a plethora of wildlife including animals like kangaroos, koalas and giant crocodiles at the reptile park. If you visit nelson bay north of newcastle at any time of the year, you will most likely be. Swim off the back of the boat in the boom nets in summer and get close to. Facebook page where guests can download or copy and share the photos. Dolphin house is a korean bbq restaurant that pride ourselves in traditional korean cuisine.
May 26, 2017 port stephens accommodation have 100s of self contained holiday rentals in port stephens best locations. Toprated port stephens whale watching tours 2020 dolphin. Get your 3day weather forecast for port stephens, new south wales, australia. Swim with dolphins imagine cruises swim with dolphins a.
Some cruises include boom net rides, water slide, morning or afternoon tea, or you can combine dolphin watching with sandboarding on the dunes of stockton beach. Get the latest sightings, learn whale facts and plan your next coastal adventure. Wild about whales is a celebration of whales along the nsw coastline. Subscribe to receive the latest port stephens deals, news and events direct to your inbox. Hop aboard a comfortable catamaran for a 90min dolphin viewing cruise around the pretty shores of nelson bay, port stephens. Explore beautiful port stephens on this fullday tour from sydney. Find accommodation, holiday rentals, tours, beaches, attractions. Cruise out of the marina in search for pods of bottlenose dolphins see views of the local beaches, dramatic headlands and unspoiled waterways. Dolphin swim australia is an entirely new concept and is the first of its kind worldwide. The leading port stephens holiday accommodation resource.
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