Quick Details
Dolphin Discovery Cruise
1.5 Hours
Adult
Ages 15+
A$ 42
Child
Ages 4-14
A$ 25
Infant
Ages 0-3
A$ 7.50
Senior/Student
with Australian Seniors/Student Card
A$ 37
Family
2 Adults + 2 Children (Ages 0-14)
A$ 110
1.5hr Dolphin Discovery Cruise
Join Moonshadow TQC onboard our 1.5hr Dolphin Discovery Cruise, as we venture out onto the waters of Port Stephens in search of our resident Bottlenose Dolphins. Listen to live captain’s commentary as we cruise around the Eastern harbour of Port Stephens, with views of our spectacular Tomaree & Yacaaba headlands. After finding our Dolphins, get into your swim gear and enjoy the thrill of boom netting under the supervision of one of our friendly crew.
This cruise offers an exceptional opportunity for guests to witness the playful and intelligent nature of dolphins. Additionally, guests can enjoy the thrill boom netting ride. Throughout the cruise, knowledgeable and entertaining commentary is provided, enhancing the overall experience for guests. The cruise also offers a picturesque view of the harbour, including the awe-inspiring Tomaree and Yacaaba headlands, a truly memorable and scenic journey.
Cruise Inclusions
- See our world-famous resident wild Bottlenose dolphins
- Exciting boom net rides
- Expansive open decks or covered all weather indoor viewing
- Twist & Twirl Slide straight into the boomnet (Moonshadow V ONLY)
- Live underwater cameras (Moonshadow V ONLY)
- Licensed bar and snack food available
- Live, informative, fun Captain’s commentary
A fully licensed bar is aboard and snack foods are available.
**Port Stephens dolphins are totally wild, so 100% sighting success isn’t guaranteed. Refunds aren’t available if dolphins are not located, but we offer a non-transferable free return voucher (stand-by basis). Terms & Conditions apply**
What to Bring
- Comfortable casual clothing & footwear
- Swimmers & towel if using boom net
- Sunglasses, hat & sun cream are recommended
- Camera
- Dress warmer for winter months
Please ensure all Travel Terms and Conditions are adhered to prior to booking.
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Tours run daily except Christmas Day. Private individual and group tours available by request. We accept MasterCard, Visa or EFT.
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- Our Dolphin Watch & Eco Adventure (1.5hr) explores off shore and passes Tomaree and Yacaaba headland, we explore Murphy’s gap and the outer islands of Port Stephens, whereas the other cruises stay inshore. The MV Osprey is the fastest vessel in our fleet, meaning we can find dolphins faster, and spend more time with them while covering more ground, however the MV Osprey is not equipped with a boomnet.
- Dolphin Discovery Cruise (1.5hr) just has the boomnet. The boomnet is activated on the return journey to the marina . This cruise stays inshore while searching for our resident bottlenose Dolphins
- Splash and Slide Dolphin Cruise (2hr) stops to activate the slide which lands into the open waters. The boomnet is activated on the return journey to the marina. We recommend confident swimmers for this cruise if they wish to utilise the slide.