Whale Sightings

It was another spectacular day of whale watching in Port Stephens, with passengers treated to close encounters, playful juveniles and an incredible display of more than 30 breaches! As MV Osprey cruised past Shoal Bay and out through the headlands, the crew spotted two Humpback Whales breaching in the distance. We headed towards the action,…

Today’s cruise ticked every box for unforgettable wildlife encounters! ✅ Humpback whales ✅ Offshore common dolphins ✅ Soaring seabirds Passengers aboard MV Osprey enjoyed an exceptionally close encounter when a humpback whale crossed directly in front of the vessel’s bow—an incredible moment that had everyone reaching for their cameras. The highlight of the day was…

This morning offered a quieter but no less memorable whale-watching experience, with plenty of incredible wildlife encounters along the way. Just off Broughton Island, we spotted our first pod of whales. They were incredibly relaxed, spending long periods beneath the surface between breaths, making for a peaceful start to the day. As we continued around…

What an unforgettable day of wildlife encounters aboard Moonshadow-TQC Cruises! Fantastic calm conditions greeted passengers as we began our morning journey along the Port Stephens Humpback Highway. Even before reaching the open ocean, several whales could be seen breaching on the horizon – an exciting preview of what was to come. As we continued offshore,…

Today delivered beautiful winter conditions in Port Stephens, with calm seas, light breezes and little to no swell—perfect for a day of whale watching and wildlife encounters. The morning began quietly, but it wasn’t long before we encountered two large adult Humpback Whales travelling north. We followed the pair as they initially moved at a…

Monday morning in Port Stephens has never looked better, with brilliant blue skies, warm winter sunshine and wonderful conditions for whale watching aboard MV Osprey. Our morning cruise began along the picturesque Shoal Bay shoreline before heading past the towering Mt Tomaree and out towards Point Stephens. We were soon treated to a rare offshore…

It has been another spectacular day on the water with Moonshadow-TQC Cruises, as the annual Humpback Whale migration continues to deliver unforgettable encounters off the Port Stephens coastline. Our morning adventure began with the iconic Fingal Bay Lighthouse standing watch over three separate pods of northbound Humpback Whales. Each pod featured at least two large…

What a spectacular way to kick off the weekend in Port Stephens! Bathed in beautiful winter sunshine and greeted by improving sea conditions, today’s whale watching delivered an unforgettable experience for everyone onboard with Moonshadow-TQC Cruises. Our crew reported sightings of approximately 20 Humpback Whales spread across numerous pods throughout the day. It was one…

There is something truly special about whale watching on a crisp winter’s morning in Port Stephens. While the temperatures may be cool, today’s beautiful winter sunshine made for perfect conditions on the water. With our trusty beanies and scarves keeping everyone warm, passengers aboard Moonshadow-TQC Cruises enjoyed another memorable morning exploring the Port Stephens Humpback…

Some days, words simply can’t capture the magic that unfolds on the water – and today was certainly one of those days. It was an unforgettable day on the Humpback Highway with Moonshadow-TQC Cruises as our passengers experienced an incredible marine wildlife trifecta. From the moment we reached the open ocean, humpback whales were everywhere….

This afternoon’s Whale Watch cruise delivered another unforgettable experience on the spectacular waters of Port Stephens. Just between Fingal Lighthouse and Boondelbah Island, we were lucky enough to spot a lone humpback whale making its way along the annual migration. While travelling north, this magnificent whale decided to put on a little show for our…

Today’s offshore conditions couldn’t have been more perfect. With brilliant sunshine, sparkling blue water and calm seas, it was an incredible day to be out on the water with Moonshadow-TQC Cruises. Our morning Whale Watching Cruise was rewarded almost immediately, discovering three separate pods of migrating humpback whales just beyond the headlands. While most were…