Relax on beautiful sandy beaches, meet the resident bottlenose dolphins, enjoy fun water sports, explore giant sand dunes and savour delicious waterfront places to eat. It is home to around 150 bottlenose dolphins and therefore called the dolphin capital of australia. Cancelling tours is not easy, but we all need to do our part to slow the spread of this virus. Top things to do in port stephens, greater newcastle. Mel turner, business development manager for moonshadowtqc, said the company was expecting a bumper whale season. Port stephens enjoys a fantastic whale watching season from may to november every year. When it comes to majestic ocean mammals, whales are not the only creatures to feature on port stephens list. Welcome to cruise booking agency nelson bay port stephens the number one place to book your whale watching adventure.
The waters of port stephens are renowned for dolphin and whale watching. May 16, 2015 the port stephens whale watching season officially starts today and cruise operators are already reporting sightings of the migrating mammals. 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. Nsw whale watching season wild about whales nsw national. There are lots of coastal walks, fishing and boating opportunities, and even sandboarding. Tomaree head summit, tomaree national park take this short walk to the summit of tomaree head to enjoy panoramic views of port stephens and its coastline. Join us as we set out to spot some awesome 40 tonne humpback whales on their annual migration. Whale watching is an experience that you will remember forever. Port stephens whale watching season in full swing abc news. Port stephens enjoys an excellent whale season and hinchinbrook explorer is the largest whale watch vessel in the bay, purpose built for ocean cruises.
Port stephens, lagoon and inlet of the tasman sea, indenting eastcentral new south wales, australia, 20 miles 32 km northeast of newcastle. Departing from mid may to early november from nelson bay, port stephens. Subscribe to naturescapes for the latest news from nsw national. Port stephens is regarded as a whale watching hub with around 25,000 humpback whales passing the mouth of the harbour and up the coastline on their annual migration each year they migrate north from may to august and then head back to their summer feeding grounds in the antarctic from september to november. The 10 best things to do in port stephens 2020 with photos. Port stephens council also known simply as port stephens is a local government area in the hunter region of new south wales, australia. Port stephens, an easy two and a half hour drive north of sydney, is known for its nature and abundance of aquatic and land activities on its uncrowded sandy. You will also have a great opportunity for dolphin spotting on these port stephens tours. Whale watching watch as port stephens waters come alive. For more information on attractions, events and things to do, see visit.
Theres lots of reasons to fall in love with port stephens. Jul 04, 2016 will taylor location port stephens whale watching on imagine cruises tune kayoh shh nest hq premiere. If you are lucky you can view them from the shore or hire a boat. Find things to do, attractions and tours in whale watching season as the whale migration passes north coast nsw.
Whale watching at port stephens sydney weekendnotes. Port stephens 4wd tours anna bay 2020 all you need to. Whale watching imagine cruises, nelson bay traveller. Check out everything thats happening around the port stephens area. Enjoy a trip to australias north coast, traveling to port stephens and the stockton bight sand dunes, on a fullday guided tour from sydney. Download the wild about whales itinerary and plan your next port stephens adventure. From may to november the waters off port stephens play host to the magnificent migrating humpback whales. Lunch bring a packed lunch or grab one at one of the nelson bay cafes. Set sail on your destinations toprated boat tours and cruises.
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. The stretch of nsw coastline that runs between port stephens and byron bay is jampacked with migrating humpback whales frolicking close to shore during migration season. Get some porpoise in your life and join our world record attempt to create the biggest human humpback as we celebrate naturefest and the annual whale watching season. Stopping the required distance of a hundred metres away from a whale, the boat will cut its engines if the whale approaches. Check out our pick of the best whale watching vantage points, tours and accommodation in nsw. Take a short walk to tomaree headland, or to the new whale watching path at noamunga headland, boat harbour and youll be rewarded with spectacular views and a great whale viewing spot. Pack binoculars for whale watching and dolphin spotting and enjoy this. Specialising in dolphin watching, whale watching and twilight dinner cruises we also feature weddings, private charters, corporate team building and schools educational programs. Our dedication to the protection of dolphins and whales enables us to tailor a unique style of cruise. Imagine cruises lisa skelton caught the breach off port stephens less than a week before the region hosts naturefest, its inaugural festival celebrating the areas pristine environment. Get your 3day weather forecast for port stephens, new south wales, australia.
Swim with dolphins imagine cruises swim with dolphins a. Imagine whale watching cruise port stephens bookings. Top whale watching spots on port stephens mirage news. Whale watchers can download the free wild about whales app to get realtime notifications of sightings nearby. Port stephens is a top spot to see humpbacks and southern right whales passing during their annual migration. Port stephens gears up for whale watching season abc news. The whale is the totem of the darkinjung people of the central coast of nsw. Port stephens is an area surrounding the port stephens bay, just north of newcastle in new south wales understand. We stopped the boat and the whales swam up to us and under the boat. Top whale watching spots at port stephens and the mid. Most weekends all year round check your preferred date by following directions at the bottom of the page duration. Looking forward to having you on our tour so we can show you an amazing time on this day trip to port stephens from sydney.
Check out our list of mustdo water activities in port stephens. Top whalewatching spots in sydney and elsewhere in new. Whales are moving through the ports waters in droves and are not being shy about it. From sublime natural beauty to freshly caught seafood, port stephens is a wonderful beach escape on a sparkling blue bay. Located on the hill crest overlooking nelson bay marina. You will never forget seeing the awesome bulk of a humpback whale, upto 18 metres long and weighing 40 tonnes. Moonshadow tqc whale watching cruise cruise booking agency. The area is just north of newcastle and is adjacent to the pacific highway which runs through raymond terrace, the largest town and council seat. Subscribe to receive the latest port stephens deals, news and events direct to your inbox. Get the latest sightings, learn whale facts and plan your next coastal adventure. Moonshadowtqc whale and dolphin watching cruises nelson.
Look no further than port stephens 4wd tours offering you stunning scenery, sandboarding thrills and adventure for the whole family and an experience you wont forget. Cruise among the whales on the whale watching trip, play on stunning beaches, sand slide down huge dunes and 4wd on the beach. Port stephens lagoon, new south wales, australia britannica. 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 and the resident dolphins. Weve got information on community, cultural and council events. Download our free app to find the top whale watching spots in nsw and submit your sighting. Learn more about the different whale species you may see on your new coastal adventure this whale watching season by downloading the wild about whales smartphone app, where you can also share your sightings and use it as guide while youre on your next coastal adventure. A spectacular breach has set the stage for a massive whale season, with more than 18,000 of the aquatic giants due to pass port stephens in the coming months.
The humpback highway off the hunters coast is now bumpertobumper. Majestic whales on show across newcastle and port stephens. We suss out your choice of cruises in nelson bay during whale watching season to catch these mammals of the deep in all their glory. Wild about whales is an annual campaign run by the nsw national parks and wildlife service during the nsw whale watching season each year. Whale migration season is in full swing with hundreds of the majestic creatures on show for onlookers right across the newcastle and port stephens coastline, with plenty of great spots to catch a. Will taylor location port stephens whale watching on imagine cruises tune kayoh shh nest hq premiere. Marine rescue port stephens lighthouse road, nelson bay, new south wales 2315 rated 4. Whale watching is an experience that you will remember for ever. This means we have between 20,000 to 30,000 whales pass by port stephens every year. The same is true up and down both coasts, the further north you go along the coast the more concentrated the season is, august to september mostly at the very northern point.
What to do with kids in port stephens whales, bikes. With over 140 bottlenose dolphins calling port stephens home, its no wonder. Alternatively, join a tour which takes you around the port dolphin watching. Whale watching and sand boarding package port stephens. Moonshadowtqc is located in beautiful port stephens, nsw australia, a 2. The human whale has been a port stephens community tradition. For more information on any of these events or to have your community event included in this calendar, please submit your event listing online. With two viewing decks you can rest assure youre getting the best view of these friendly giants. Port stephens day tours welcome on board to amazing port stephens day tours labelled blue water paradise, port stephens is renowned also for its beauty and marine surroundings with over 19 miles of clean, white and sandy beaches. On a moonshadow tqc whale watch cruise you may come across one. There are a few cute little souvenir shops around so feel free to have a browse and take in the local atmosphere.
Top whale watching spots at port stephens and the midnorth coast. Join the official launch of the 2018 port stephens whale season with 12 price morning whale watching cruises aboard moonshadowtqc and imagine cruises. Download our free app to gain access to special offers. An estimated 35,000 whales, mainly humpbacks, are expected to pass along the ports coast during the migration between may and november. Home whale watching tips and guidelines approach zones top spots byron and tweed coffs harbour port macquarie port stephens sydney and. Next, we arrive at port stephens and take a break for lunch own expense at nelson bay, the main town of port stephens. Photos, video from the 2019 port stephens whale watching season. We are passionate about port stephens and its wildlife and love to share it with our guests each day. Port stephens on the mid north coast of new south wales is the perfect place in australia to observe whales and dolphins in the wild. May 17, 2017 did you know that we have the largest marine park in new south wales with approximately 98,200 ha, named the port stephens great lakes marine park. Private guided premium tour to port stephens, dolphinwhales. 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. Whales and dolphins put on a show at port stephens and. The ultimate guide to whale watching in sydneys waters.
Port stephens is an area surrounding the port stephens bay, just north of newcastle in new south wales. Here are a few companies who specialise in dolphin and whale watching cruises. Marine rescue port stephens nelson bay, new south wales. Excellent humpback whale sighting rate, bonus dolphin watch, morning or afternoon tea, commentary, ocean going cruise including spectacular tomaree and yacaaba headlands and the outer islands.
The whales bedazzled a lucky few who were on a tour at port stephens, while in newcastle a 30strong pod of dolphins swam close to the shore at nobbys beach. Home to more than 100 dolphins, the pristine inlet in. Port stephens wild about whales nsw national parks. All you need to know about whales wild about whales. Port stephens lies within the port stephens great lakes marine park and is situated about 160 kilometres 99 mi northeast of sydney. The two cruise companies are expected to host between 40,000 and 50,000 people on cruises during the season. Charter boats take groups of people out into the blue waters of port stephens for a closer encounter.
Participants will pay homage to the humpback highway. There are a full range of daily cruises, available at port stephens, including whale. More than people turned out to fingal bay beach on saturday, july 15 to help create the outline of a 150m long humpback whale. All vehicles come with a fully qualified driver, with exceptional knowledge of the stockton beach sand dunes. Wild about whales is a celebration of whales along the nsw coastline. This is a truly amazing experience and one that you wont forget in a hurr y.
Hover uav was lucky enough to capture amazing drone footage of a dead humpback whale and great white sharks off the coast of nsw. Port stephens whale watching season begins news of the area. Whale watching in port step hens whale watching in port step hens 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 over 12 recent port stephens fishing reports posted by pro anglers. Find things to do, attractions and tours in whalewatching season as the whale migration passes north coast. Tamboi queen skipper terry aldrich and his crew spotted playful humpbacks off one mile beach this week, the beginning of a lucrative tourism season for the hunters cruise operators. Whale watching and dolphin swims are a key focus at port stephens, with a great chance to get out and see the whales during their migratory season just a short boat trip out from the harbour.
Port stephens accommodation whale watching in port. People are becoming more and more aware of whales, she said. Your whale watching cruise will be skippered by experts in whale watching and the conservation of these gentle giants. Whales have been spotted this week off the central coast and port stephens meaning coffs coast whale watchers should. Aerial drone video whale and sharks newcastle port stephens coast. There are few more spectacular sights at sea than a monster female humpback whale nurturing her newborn calf on the migration back south. Join mayor ryan palmer, council representatives and nelson bay golf. Also included is a cruise of port stephens outer islands, morning or afternoon tea and full commentary. Observing these beautiful mammals aboard an experienced whale watching cruise is. With the australian whale watching season starting this month, destination nsw recommends these top spots in sydney and elsewhere in new south wales to see these magnificent giants of the sea. Port stephens enjoys an excellent whale season and moonshadow tqc cruises offer two great whale watching cruise options lasting 2. 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.
Whether its an entertaining and informative boat tour or a relaxing sunset dinner cruise, these are the best port stephens cruises around. Whales are appearing off the port stephens coast as the whale watching season gets underway. Our port stephens whale watching day tour departs every wednesday and saturday from sydney during whale season june oct. Nsw national parks and wildlife service recommends these top whale watching spots in port stephens and surround. Imagine whale watching cruise prices may 20th november 15th. Port stephens tour sandboarding, dolphin watching sydney, australia october 4. Oct, 2016 the humpback southern migration is in full swing down the nsw coast and its definitely time to escape the big city. 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 whalewatching tour nelson bay expedia. We were so lucky to have a beautiful day and saw quite a few whales, some were mothers and their calves.
Port stephens is home to around 165 bottlenose dolphins, which live in the port itself. So off to beautiful port stephens a few hours drive north of sydney with some friends to join moonshadow cruises to go whale watching. Port stephens new south wales travel guide at wikivoyage. Within easy access of the beautiful beaches, cafes and restaurants of this seaside haven. Home topics wildlife top 8 whale watching spots in nsw top 8 whale watching spots in nsw from may to november each year, australias east coast transforms into a whale watching hot spot, with vast numbers heading north to breed after a summer spent feeding in antarctic waters. Port stephens dolphin watching day tours from sydney port. Extending 15 miles 24 km inland and averaging 2 miles 3 km in width, it has an area of 23 square miles 60 square km. Excitement spread throughout the port today as reports of our the first confirmed whale sighting as part of the 2017 whale watching season. Check out what else is out and about for natureloving pods popping by port stephens. Marina resort is a great place to stay in the heart of port stephens. Whale watching season will be launched at nelson bay on friday, so it was no surprise to see humpbacks and dolphins putting on a show at the weekend. It might be a hot spot on the australian whale trail, but there is more to this coastal haven than its largescale annual visitors. May 31, 2014 hundreds of people are expected to converge on a beach at port stephens today to form a human humpback whale, as part of celebrations for the official start of the whale watching season. Top whale watching spots on port stephens the national.
Check out the official visitors website for more ideas. With over 140 bottlenose dolphins calling port stephens home, its no wonder these friendly locals are sighted so often. Aerial drone video whale and sharks newcastle port stephens nsw. Join all the fun as the mammoth mammal takes shape on the sand of fingal beach. Whale watching sailing cruise nelson bay, port stephens.
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