Whale Sightings

This morning brought unforgettable encounters as the whales made their way into the bay to greet our vessels. Two pods of Humpback Whales were sighted, each made up of a mother, her calf, and an escort. While one trio eventually travelled back out through the headland, the other remained in the calm, sheltered waters of…

School was in session out on the Port Stephens Whale Highway today as a young Humpback Whale was busy learning the ropes under the watchful guidance of its mother. Passengers were treated to the special sight of mum demonstrating spectacular head lunges and breaches, with her calf eagerly attempting to copy the moves. What made…

Spring in Port Stephens brings with it one of nature’s most heart-warming sights – Humpback Whale mothers and their calves making their way south along the coastline. Today’s whale watching guests were treated to just that, encountering a nurturing mother and her young calf traveling in the company of three other Humpbacks. While the larger…

Port Stephens delivered a truly unforgettable day on the water, with both passengers and crew walking away on an absolute whale high. This morning’s 90-minute Whale Watch Express was nothing short of breathtaking. Guests were treated to a spectacular performance from a very active female Humpback Whale who seemed determined to steal the…

Today’s cruise delivered spectacular encounters across multiple pods of Humpback Whales along the Port Stephens Whale Highway. We spent time travelling with a pod of three whales all the way to Broughton Island, the pod spent time on the surface, allowing everyone plenty of opportunities to watch their tail slaps and relaxed movements. As also…

There were no “back to work Monday blues” for our crew today – just endless sunshine, glassy seas, and light breezes that made for picture-perfect whale watching conditions in Port Stephens. Passengers aboard MV Osprey enjoyed a relaxed encounter with a pod of three Humpback Whales near Little Island. The whales spent plenty of time…

What a day to be out on the water! With calm seas, sunshine, and the bluest of blue water, Port Stephens turned on the perfect conditions for our whale watching cruises today. This morning, our passengers were treated to the sight of a Humpback mother and her young calf making their way south on the…

Our morning cruise aboard the Hinchinbrook Explorer started off quietly on the whale front, but patience soon rewarded our guests. A pair of adult Humpback Whales were spotted logging peacefully on the surface, their calm presence reminding us of the serenity that comes with life on the water. By the afternoon, Port Stephens truly came…

Our cruise today began with a stop at Cabbage Tree Island, where 15 fur seals were spotted basking lazily on the sun-warmed rocks. Always a delight to see, the seals set the perfect tone for what turned into an unforgettable day on the water. Not long after, excitement reached new heights when we encountered five…

Passengers onboard MV Osprey this morning were treated to a spectacular display out on the Port Stephens coastline, with at least 8 to 10 pods of Humpback Whales within sighting distance. The activity was non-stop, with whales darting north, south, east, and west in unpredictable bursts, keeping everyone on their toes. Our crew chose to…

Port Stephens turned on its best today with stunning offshore conditions, blue skies, and sunshine – the perfect backdrop for a day of whale watching aboard MV Osprey. Cruising north towards Broughton Island, the crew spotted the familiar puff of a whale’s blow in the distance. As we approached, it was revealed to be a…

This Father’s Day brought unforgettable moments for passengers aboard Moonshadow-TQC Cruises, with inquisitive Humpback Whales providing close-up encounters along the Port Stephens Whale Highway. Guests onboard both the Hinchinbrook Explorer and Envision were treated to a truly special experience when a curious Humpback Whale circled Envision before moving between…