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Relax in the dry bow-net, hang on tight for a ride in the boom-net, or give yourself a ‘Titanic’ thrill at the end of the bow sprit. They’ll hoist the sails if conditions permit, while you relax and experience the best that the Bay has to offer.
Dolphins Guaranteed:
free return trip for no sightings
360° viewing
Friendly & knowledgeable crew
Bring swimmers for a ride in the boom net.
11.30am & 1.30pm
▶️ Dolphin & Sailing 1.5hr cruise on Imagine (Can come back under sail)
Swim with Wild Dolphins - 4.5hrs includes champagne brunch starts 6.15am
First swim of its kind in the WORLD
$359.00 per person (ages 7+)
This is the only permitted wild dolphin swim in New South Wales, and the first swim of its kind in the world! We are located in the stunning Port Stephens region, and depart from Nelson Bay where we go offshore and swim with wild oceanic common dolphins! Come and join the pod to witness TRUE wild dolphin behaviour! The dolphins don’t just swim past you, they swim WITH you for a long, interactive and mind-blowing experience! You are harnessed to a customised rope which is strung between the two bows of a 52’ (16m) catamaran and slowly pulled through the water. This is the safest and most harmonious way to swim with wild oceanic dolphins! They get a free ride and are having just as much fun as we are, and most importantly - they are free to swim away at any point! There is a maximum of 24 swimmers and 12 observers on each tour.
Location: Dock C, d’Albora Marina, Teramby Road, Nelson Bay, Port Stephens, New South Wales. Only a 2.5 hour drive from Sydney!
Time: 6:15am to 11:00am - 4.5 hour tour (guests are requested to arrive at 6:15am for check-in and wetsuit fitting)
Inclusions: All equipment & training (wetsuit, mask & snorkel, safety harness), 4.5 hour cruise on a 52’ catamaran, a champagne brunch, tea & coffee, educational commentary, all above-water photos, and a customised underwater and above water video of your experience with the dolphins!
$109.00 per person (Ages 4 and under free)
Description: This is the best dolphin watching experience you could ever do! Not only do you get to go offshore and watch wild oceanic dolphins in their natural environment, you get to watch them interact with humans as well! “Our” dolphins are always within meters of the boat- so close that you can hear them whistling! There are often hundreds of them around us, jumping and splashing! These oceanic common dolphins are much more interesting than the small pods of shy bottlenose dolphins that most dolphin watching cruises look for inside the bay! This is also a great option if there is someone in your group who wants to stay dry, but still have the best day ever. As long as you book on the same day, you will be on the same tour as your swimming buddies.
Location: Dock C, d’Albora Marina, Teramby Road, Nelson Bay, Port Stephens, New South Wales
Time: 6:15am to 11:00am - 4.5 hour tour (guests are requested to arrive at 6:15am for check-in)
Inclusions: 4.5 hour cruise on a 52’ catamaran, champagne brunch, tea & coffee, educational commentary on the area and marine life, and above-water photos of you and the dolphins!
*Tours will NOT operate in unsafe conditions.
Running Mon-Sun from Nelson Bay at
8.30am, 11.30am, & 3.30pm
And from Tea Gardens at
10am, 2.30pm & 4.30pm
Starting 31st July Fridays through to Sundays
End of Todays Cruises.
To see what other activities are available in Port Stephens today - Click here
Please arrive 15 mins before your booked time
Please note: there is a $6.50 charge per person for the National Park and Wildlife Fee entering the national park which is added to the price of your ticket at purchase.
Sandboarding
Our friendly and professional staff will take you on an exciting 4WD adventure up into the largest moving coastal sand dunes in the Southern hemisphere in our exclusive air-conditioned off-road 4WD vehicles.
They will then instruct you on how to sand board and answer any questions you may have. Our first priority is your safety and to ensure your sandboarding adventure will be a joyful memory not to be forgotten.
Duration
Typically 30 to 60 minutes leaves most exhausted.
Casual Clothing (no skirts!)
Hat, sunscreen and sunglasses
Shoes (however sandboarding is better bare footed)
Water
Another bucket list experience too good to forget!
18 plus to participate
Quad Bike King is Port Stephens’ premier sand dune adventure experience, taking you deep into the iconic Worimi Conservation Lands at Stockton Beach. Riding powerful quad bikes across the Southern Hemisphere's largest moving coastal sand dunes, you'll tackle towering peaks, speed along sweeping ridges, and soak in stunning ocean views with expert guides leading the way. No experience is needed—just bring your appetite for adrenaline!
All participants must be at least 130cm tall
Children under 16 years of age CAN participate in our tours being doubled by an adult
Double Bikes can only be ridden on the lower sand dunes and they go at a slower pace for safety, with 2 people on them.
Session from start to finish 1hr approx
The Dolphin and Whale Watch Booking Agency and Dolphin Watch Cafe
We are an independant, stand alone agent for the following cruise and activity companies (and attached to The Dolphin Watch Cafe).
Moonshadow
Imagine
Tea Gardens Ferry
Port Stephens 4WD
Sand Dune Adventures
Irukandji
and more..........
We can offer you discounted family tickets (2 adults, 2 children 0-14yrs)
We accept cash as well as debit & credit cards (surcharge may apply)
Welcome to Nelson Bay
Our beautiful water wonderland with the world's friendliest Dolphins
We hope that you enjoy your holiday.
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Snorkel with sharks (paid experience)- great day out for all the family
Irukandji entry pass inclusions
Admission to the aquarium as a spectator
Entry into the lagoon shallows in bare feet
Shark food at various feeding locations
Interaction with the animals (petting/feeding)
Interesting and informative animal talks
Keepers always present with the animals for personalised visitor attention
Hot Showers are available for all
A visit to the Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary entails a round trip walk of about 1km in length. All pathways and elevated viewing platforms are easily accessible designed for all ages and abilities. Some limited bench seating is provided along the Sanctuary Story Walk and SKYwalk. We recommend that you wear comfortable walking shoes, a hat and sunscreen for sun protection and drink plenty of water to remain hydrated.
Try Release Here
Discover an anonymous, therapeutic sanctuary where you can release your heaviest secrets or greatest joys. (completely safe-vent-release-let it go)
No details never held.
Broughton Island Guided Historical Cruise - 6.5hrs
Starts:
September 9, October 21, November 2 and December 2 2026. They sell out fast!
(All Wednesdays) 10am - 4.30pm
We all use the exact same booking engines and they are set to countdown the number of seats left after every booking, so going direct is faster for you. It's all based on a first in basis, so 'no hold and pay later' options and when an activity doesn't show, it means it has been booked out