One of the best ways to explore australias dolphin capital, port stephens is located 2. Imagine is a 54ft sailing catamaran, purposedesigned as a model for ecotourism and capable of both offshore and inshore cruising. Dolphin watching and sandboarding package port stephens. Dolphin watching port stephens cruise port stephens. Points for observations were provided by national parks.
Experience the eucalyptus forests of the hawkesbury ranges as you travel north of sydney to port stephens where you can encounter spectacular views of dolphins aboard a luxury cruise. There are a number of companies offering dolphin, as well as whalewatching, cruises including moonshadowtqc cruises and imagine cruises. The 10 best port stephens hotels where to stay in port. Did you know that port stephens is home to over 160 bottle nose dolphins. Group characteristics, site fidelity and seasonal abundance of bottlenosed dolphins tursiops aduncus in jervis bay and port stephens, southeastern australia. We are looking for volunteers to participate in the census which will take place between 11am12pm. Join our fun and caring team for this bucket list experience the only permitted wild dolphin swim in nsw in the bluewater wonderland of port stephens. There are about 70 bottlenose dolphins that call port stephens their home, and most visitors are lucky enough to spot at least a few of them. Enjoy a trip to australias north coast, traveling to port stephens and the stockton bight sand dunes, on a fullday guided tour from sydney. Port stephens travel new south wales, australia lonely planet. The retreat port stephens has joined forces with dolphin swim australia port stephens nsw to bring to you the most amazing experience of a lifetime. Wild dolphin swimming experience in port stephens nelson.
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. Check out the wildlife at the australian reptile park, take a dolphin watching cruise from nelson bay, experience 4wheeling and sandboarding at the sand dunes, and soak up gorgeous scenery all along the route. Enjoy the magic of beautiful port stephens with this dolphin watching cruise and sand boarding tour. You are almost guaranteed to see bottlenose dolphins because this is their home. In the absence of guidelines or government regulation for a rapidly expanding industry, dolphin watching operators in port stephens, new south wales, australia, formulated and adopted a voluntary code of conduct in 1996. In the absence of guidelines or government regulation for a rapidly expanding industry, dolphin watching operators in port stephens, new south wales, australia, formulated and adopted a voluntary. With over 140 bottlenose dolphins calling port stephens home, its no wonder these friendly locals are sighted so often. Alternatively, join a tour which takes you around the port dolphin watching. Discover the port stephens region and book your accommodation and tours via the official port stephens website. Imagine cruises is an advanced ecoaccredited company that is dedicated to the protection of dolphins and whales. As an ecocertified business, dolphin swim australia concentrates on the conservation of dolphins and educates its guests on the amazing marine mammals of port stephens. Feel free to give any tips, suggestions and etc if you have any experience.
Then oakvale wildlife park is for you the general admission ticket will provide you entry, where you will find an endless menagerie of australian native, domestic farm and exotic animals such as koalas, kangaroos, tasmanian devils, goats, sheep, rabbits, alligators and ostriches. Specialising in dolphin watching, whale watching and twilight dinner cruises. Take a cruise around magnificent port stephens harbour on the biggest boat in the bay. Hop aboard a comfortable catamaran for a 90min dolphin viewing cruise around the pretty shores of nelson bay, port stephens. The waters of port stephens are renowned for dolphin and whale watching. 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. Moonshadowtqc whale and dolphin watching cruises nelson.
Blessed with 26 sandy beaches, a vast blue bay and many beautiful inlets, port stephens is an idyllic destination north of sydney. We are a family friendly restaurant overlooking the waters of nelson bay. Enjoy a dolphin watching cruise, visit the australian reptile park and experience the thrill of sandboarding on this fullday adventure to port stephens. Port stephens is home to around 165 bottlenose dolphins, which live in the port itself. This code was designed to reduce perceived pressures on dolphins and was updated to conform to the australian national guidelines for cetacean observation when they were. Blue mountains,great ocean road,uluru,kakadu,hunter valley day tours,sydney harbour cruises,also group and charter tours. Most weekends all year round check your preferred date by following directions at the bottom of the page duration.
Dolphin population thriving in port stephens abc news. Our staff love what we do and care for the conservation of our environment, the port stephens marine park and the wonderful dolphins we are blessed to encounter there. Pdf group characteristics, site fidelity and seasonal. Dolphin house is a korean bbq restaurant that pride ourselves in traditional korean cuisine. As well as getting swimmers up close and personal with the dolphins, dolphin swim australia is also involved in scientific research programs. On sunday 16th june, 2019 in conjunction with port stephens naturefest, the marine parks association will be conducting a population census of our resident bottlenose dolphins. Port stephens has gained rapid popularity over the years for being australias dolphin capital and is a mustvisit for most tourists.
Moonshadowtqc is located in beautiful port stephens, nsw australia, a 2. Your perfect base from which to explore the sand dunes and many secluded beaches, take a dolphin cruise or a whale. The annual census enlisted the help of members of the public this year, recording dolphins spotted in. The best time to see migrating humpback whales is between may and november. Heres what you can expect from the weather when you stay in port stephens. Port stephens dolphin watching day tours from sydney. Port stephens 18th annual dolphin census is on again on 29. It boosts 26 stunning golden beaches, national parks, diverse marine life, and is a great little sydney escape. With several viewing decks and an open sundeck, you will have plenty of opportunity to take in beautiful coastal scenery whilst on the. Port stephens dolphin watcher visits sydney sydney startfinish new south wales new south wales tours. Discover this beautiful north coast region white sandy beaches and the sparkling waters of the pacific ocean. Dolphin swim australia, nelson bay, new south wales.
Port stephens dolphin watcher best prices at headout. This is a stunning spa property, ideally located close to all the areas local attractions, overlooking the hypnotic waters of nelson bay. It is home to around 150 bottlenose dolphins and therefore called the dolphin capital of australia. Port stephens koala and dolphin watch home facebook.
Keep an eye out for the resident bottlenose dolphins as you head out on the water. The voluntary code of conduct for dolphin watching in port. 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. We provide the highest quality meats, authentic korean food along with various tasty side dishes. Here are a few companies who specialise in dolphin and whale watching cruises. If you are lucky you can view them from the shore or hire a boat. 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. Swimming with dolphins is a major attraction in port stephens, with more than 140 bottlenose dolphins living in the area. Feel like getting up close and personal with some australian native animals. The retreat port stephens has joined forces with dolphin swim australia port stephens nsw to bring to you the most amazing experience of a lifetime have you ever dreamt of s wimming with wild dolphins on their terms and in their own environment dolphin swim australia dsa has developed a way to make that dream come true.
The dolphins at port stephens number around 160, with approximately 70 mainly female dolphins regularly within the port, and the remainder moving to and from the ocean. Advertise with news of the area and you get your ad in 1 in print. Port stephens dolphins and dunes full day tour from sydney. Port stephens travel new south wales, australia lonely.
We are the only permitted wild dolphin swim in nsw australia and the only wild dolphin swim. Doplhin watch results for port stephens have been completed. The main centre, nelson bay, is home to both a fishing fleet and an armada of tourist vessels, the latter trading on the town. 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. Jun 29, 2015 a snapshot of dolphin numbers in port stephens has found the animals are thriving in the area. Dolphin watching tours port stephens north coast nsw australia. Mantra aqua resort, nelson bay, port stephens self contained spa apartments set around a resort pool and right in the heart of nelson bay. With a variety of cruises on offer by moonshadow tqc cruises there is a cruise available to suit everybody. The tribal elders talked to the dolphins, and even today, the tradition is still being kept and practised. Take in the sights of tomaree and yacaaba headlands, shoal bay, nelson bay and the northern harbour. With the longest history and largest boats in port stephens moonshadow tqc cruises has operated as a family owned business for over 36 years.
Imagine and envision cruises offer holidayers an experience in the best port stephens has to offer. No wonder we are known as the dolphin capital of australia. For a twowheel adventure, port stephens mountain bike adventures offers cycling tours of the sublime coastline. Deluxe best value all inclusive port stephens day tours from sydney you travel to port stephens in a luxury bus with wash room facilities most of the times. Port stephens dolphin watching by gray line campvale. Port stephens is just over two hours from sydney and worth a visit all year round. Today, dolphin watching is among the top tourism highlights in nelson bay which is part of the port stephens great lakes marine park. During your visit, you might want to enjoy the spas and beaches which port stephens is known for.
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. A complete marine discovery package including, dolphin watching and whale watching within the largest and most scenic marine park in nsw. Port stephens tour, port stephens dolphins tour gray line. Port stephens is an area surrounding the port stephens bay, just north of newcastle in new south wales. Meet us bright and early to get fitted with your wetsuit, mask and snorkel before we head offshore and into the sunrise weather permitting on. Tour port stephens dolphin watcher australia book online. We dont compromise the quality of your experience and include lot more activities to make it a memorable day out for you. Swim with dolphins imagine cruises swim with dolphins a. Wed, 05 feb 2020 full day tour from sydney visits the central coast including reptile parks, a luxury dolphin watching trip with boom net plus, buffet lunch. Port stephens is the home of some of the states most beautiful sea cultures. The area is famous for its resident bottlenose dolphins, crystalclear waters and towering sand dunes. Port stephens dolphin watching day tours from sydney port. Imagine best dolphin watch cruise in port stephens.
If you visit nelson bay north of newcastle at any time of the year, you will most likely be treated to a privileged view inside the world of the bottlenose dolphin. It is even better if i could touch the dolphins as well, and not only watch them. Have you ever dreamt of s wimming with wild dolphins on their terms and in their own environment dolphin swim australia dsa has developed a way to make that dream come true. We were able to move around the boat freely and go out on the dry. 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. Port stephens is nsw premium destination for dolphin watching enthusiast, with the beautiful port stephens harbour boosting an impressive 99% success rate for spotting dolphins. Join us at designated census viewing sites up and down the coast, on land and on water, to observe, photograph and record information as part of a population census of our resident bottlenose dolphins. Marine parks association 2015 port stephens dolphin census. January, february, december, and march, with an average temperature of 80f.
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. Discover the beautiful coastal region of port stephens on a fullday nature tour from sydney. A few residents in the cove joined in the watch for 30 minutes from 9. The dolphin census is important because it gives us insight into the health of the population. Loksha tours offers best port stephens day trip from sydney. 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. The spiritual bonds between the worimi people and the dolphins of port stephens remained strong.
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