Whale watching sailing cruise nelson bay, port stephens. Watch different species of wildlife pass through this area each year. Cruise among the whales on the whale watching trip, play on stunning beaches, sand slide down huge dunes and 4wd on the beach. For a twowheel adventure, port stephens mountain bike adventures offers cycling tours of the sublime coastline. Check out the official visitors website for more ideas. Whale watching at port stephens sydney weekendnotes. The 10 best things to do in port stephens 2020 with photos. The 15 best things to do in port stephens updated 2020. With its winning combination of sandy beaches, national parklands and rugged coastlines, port stephens is the perfect place to get in touch with nature. Blessed with 26 sandy beaches, a vast blue bay and many beautiful inlets, port stephens is an idyllic destination north of sydney. The humpback whale is a protected species and is a very energetic large whale. Discover the beautiful coastal region of port stephens on a fullday nature tour from sydney. 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.
If you dont have access to a car, you can catch one of the daily coaches which runs between sydney and port stephens. We had to drive from tea gardens to port stephens about two hours drive and back after. With over 140 bottlenose dolphins calling port stephens home, its no wonder these friendly locals are sighted so often. 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. Port stephens, new south wales, australia whale heritage sites.
Port stephens world record human whale at fingal bay port. It is home to around 150 bottlenose dolphins and therefore called the dolphin capital of australia. Get the latest sightings, learn whale facts and plan your next coastal adventure. Welcome to cruise booking agency nelson bayport stephens the number one place to book your whale watching adventure.
Built by atlantis port stephens, three fibreglass whale tails add vibrancy to the nelson bay foreshore at dalbora marina. Metropolitan sydney central coast central west and orana. Jul 20, 2017 the 2017 port stephens human whale was a world record with more than one thousand participants. Trainlink provides transportation all over the state and can bring you to the nearby city of newcastle by train. During your visit, you might want to enjoy the spas and beaches which port stephens is known for. Port stephens wild about whales nsw national parks. We found out that the ferries did not run at suitable times to arrive in time for the cruise and in any case the cost of the ferry was not included in the cost of the whale watching tour. With over 30000 whales predicted to be currently migrating along the nsw.
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. Service recommends these top whale watching spots in port stephens and surround. Stay three nights or more over february or march and receive 30% off your booking. There are lots of coastal walks, fishing and boating opportunities, and even sandboarding. 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. Humpbacks travel thousands of kilometers from early may to late november, between their winter breeding ground to their summer feeding ground along the east coast of australia.
Jul 04, 2016 will taylor location port stephens whale watching on imagine cruises tune kayoh shh nest hq premiere. Our port stephens whale watching day tour departs every wednesday and saturday from sydney during whale season june oct. Private guided premium tour to port stephens, dolphin. Whale watching at port stephens imagine cruises, nelson. Whale watching imagine cruises, nelson bay traveller. With ocean lookouts all along the coast, youre sure to spot a whale or two on. Whale watching cruise with imagine whale watching cruise. From may to november the waters off port stephens play host to the magnificent migrating humpback whales. Destination port stephens member update i june 2019. Join all the fun as the mammoth mammal takes shape on the sand of fingal beach. Join the official launch of the 2018 port stephens whale season with 12 price morning whale watching cruises aboard moonshadowtqc and imagine cruises.
Whale watching sailing cruise nelson bay, port stephens over 12,000 humpback whales swim past port stephens on their annual migration north along the australian east coast to the warmer waters of the south pacific ocean, between may and nov each year. Destination port stephens, the official peak tourism industry organisation in port stephens. Top things to do in port stephens, greater newcastle. Download the wild about whales itinerary and plan your next port stephens. Port stephens whale watching season in full swing abc news. Enjoy a dolphin watching cruise, visit the australian reptile park and experience the thrill of sandboarding on this fullday adventure to port stephens. Puerto esteban is a settlement and a homonymous harbour on west falkland, in the falkland islands. Keep uptodate with the latest news and marketing opportunities available to.
Whalewatchers can download npws free wild about whales mobile app. Kim latham, holidays parks section manager from port stephens council will. Also included is a cruise of port stephens outer islands, morning or afternoon tea and full commentary. The waters of port stephens are renowned for dolphin and whale watching. Set sail on your destinations toprated boat tours and cruises.
Each year more than 3000 humpbacks pass close to the coast of port stephens migrating to warm tropical waters from late may to july and from september to november the whales can be seen returning to the antarctic with their calves. Port stephens travel new south wales, australia lonely planet. So off to beautiful port stephens a few hours drive north of sydney with some friends to join moonshadow cruises to go whale watching. So if youre looking for a quiet getaway during the silly season, here are the beaches you should try.
Whether its an entertaining and informative boat tour or a relaxing sunset dinner cruise, these are the best port stephens cruises around. Tourist information nelson bay port stephens north coast nsw. Port stephens is a top spot to see humpbacks and southern right whales passing during their annual migration. The whale tails were originally built and installed for naturefest 2016, but were such a hit that they remain a key part of the marinas open space to this day. Or bring your own mountain bike and explore the natural beauty of the area on a wonderful network of shared paths and coastal wilderness trails, including in tomaree national park. Port stephens central gippsland information centre.
Lunch bring a packed lunch or grab one at one of the nelson bay cafes. It is the largest marine park in nsw and covers 98,000 hectares. Aerial drone video whale and sharks newcastle port stephens nsw. Here are a few companies who specialise in dolphin and whale watching cruises. Alternatively, join a tour which takes you around the port dolphin watching. The area is just north of newcastle and is adjacent to the pacific highway which runs through raymond terrace, the. 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. A complete marine discovery package including, dolphin watching and whale watching within the largest and most scenic marine park in nsw. Moonshadowtqc is located in beautiful port stephens, nsw australia, a 2. The human whale has been taking place in port stephens for many years, moving to fingal bay to accommodate larger attendance numbers in 2017. Specialising in dolphin watching, whale watching and twilight dinner cruises. Port stephens is home to around 165 bottlenose dolphins, which live in the port itself. The 2017 port stephens human whale was a world record with more than one thousand participants.
Sep 24, 2007 whale port is also the story of america, and the important role whales played in its history and development as people worked together to build communities that not only survived, but prospered and grew into the flourishing cities of a new nation. Check out our list of mustdo water activities in port stephens. If you want an upscale hotel that has a spa, an indoor pool, or luxury bedding, expedia can help you find the best luxury hotel experience that port stephens has to offer. The humpback southern migration is in full swing down the nsw coast and its definitely time to escape the big city. All about the 1 day port stephens whale watching tour and 4wd combo a day in the beautiful port stephens area. The 6 best secret beaches in port stephens port stephens. The main centre, nelson bay, is home to both a fishing fleet and an armada of tourist vessels, the latter trading on the town. Relax and refresh in your own private holiday home on the stunning port stephens coastline. Will taylor location port stephens whale watching on imagine cruises tune kayoh shh nest hq premiere. Depart from nelson bay and past port stephens headlands in search of the awesome humpback whales migrating right past our coastline. With an impressive selection of homes, cottages and apartments dotted throughout the beachside suburbs, there are accommodation options to suit all tastes and.
Find things to do, attractions and tours in whalewatching season as the whale migration passes north coast. Port stephens human whale 2015 destination port stephens. 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. Get some porpoise in your life and join our world record attempt to create the biggest human humpback as we celebrate the annual whale watching season.
Combine a sandboarding adventure with a dolphin watch or whale watch tour. We are passionate about port stephens and its wildlife and love to share it with. Port stephens whale watching imagine cruises ep 6 youtube. An hours drive north of newcastle, the sheltered harbour of port stephens is blessed with neardeserted beaches, extraordinary national parks and a unique sanddune system. See these majestic animals on a whale watching cruise, or from a headland in tomaree national park. Oct, 2016 the humpback southern migration is in full swing down the nsw coast and its definitely time to escape the big city. If you are lucky you can view them from the shore or hire a boat. Cost of living index for port stephens, australia with price of more than 20 daily consumer products. Hover uav was lucky enough to capture amazing drone footage of a dead humpback whale and great white sharks off the coast of nsw. Experience the ultimate whale watching experience on this 2. Moonshadowtqc whale and dolphin watching cruises nelson. Its a scenically beautiful region which offers a chance to see dolphins all year around and humpback whales, fur seals and minke whales from may to november. You wont forget the sight of a 15 metre, 40 tonne humpback whale.
Wild about whales is a celebration of whales along the nsw coastline. 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. Cost of living in port stephens, australia 2020 cost to travel. Whale port is also the story of america, and the important role whales played in its history and development as people worked together to build communities that not only survived, but prospered and grew into the flourishing cities of a new nation. Our dedication to the protection of dolphins and whales enables us to tailor a. Top whale watching spots on the port stephens nsw environment. Port stephens council also known simply as port stephens is a local government area in the hunter region of new south wales, australia. The port stephens whale watching season officially starts today and cruise operators are already reporting sightings of the migrating mammals. Aerial drone video whale and sharks newcastle port stephens coast.
Youll see the dolphins leaping through the clear ocean waters and swimming right alongside our vessel, port venture. Port stephens and its unique bay and pristine coastal waters and volcanic islands is in new south wales nsw australia, just two and a half hours drive north of sydney. It is on the far south west of the island, near calm head and cape meredith and south harbour is the nearest other settlement. Port stephens dolphin watching day tours from sydney port. Save when you combine a moonshadow tqc whale watch cruise with a 1 hour sandboarding tour with a choice of two great companies port stephens 4wd tours or 4wd tours r us. Map of port stephens, nsw 2315 port stephens council also known simply as port stephens is a local government area in the hunter region of new south wales, australia. Imagine and envision cruises offer holidayers an experience in the best port stephens has to offer. The area is famous for its resident bottlenose dolphins, crystalclear waters and towering sand dunes. Whale watching in port stephens whale watching in port stephens 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. Whale watching in port stephens whale watching in port stephens 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. Welcome to cruise booking agency nelson bay port stephens the number one place to book your whale watching adventure. The port stephens great lakes marine park preserves marine habitats, biological diversity and ecological processes.
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