I would have never thought i would have enjoyed my self so much and let alone see 20+ whales and a great big pod of dolphins to boot .Well done guys and thanks to the crew for looking out for me ,as I have medical problems and I am glad to tick this one off my bucket lists .5 star service from a 5 star team ....peace

Kym Johnston

over 5 years ago

This was a gift for my mother's birthday, she said it was the best trip of her life and has told all her friends and our family about the fabulous service, how knowledgeable the crew was and what a great boat to go on. I have to wholeheartedly agree, it was a perfect day and we got the trifecta, whales, dolphins and seals. We would both highly recommend booking with Adrenaline and sailing with Imagine cruises. We'll be back in September for another whale watching trip. Thanks to everyone for making my Mum's birthday one she'll always remember.

What you can expect

Get out on the water for an exhilarating whale watching sailing adventure See humpback whales up close on their migration past Port Stephens Look out for other marine life like dolphin pods and more

Feel the thrill of seeing majestic whales up close in their natural environment on this epic whale watching cruise in Port Stephens. You'll explore the waterways for 3 hours, observing the whales as they make their annual migration north along the Australian east coast. Over 40,000 - 50,000 humpback whales swim past Port Stephens towards to warmer waters of the South Pacific Ocean between May and November each year, and after breeding they migrate with their calves back down south. Seeing these gigantic creatures close up is an exhilarating experience you can't beat. Jump on board and sail the Port Stephens coastal waters on an amazing 54 foot catamaran that is designed for ocean voyages and has a stable platform. You'll be well looked after by the expert staff and crew who will also provide insightful commentary about the whales as you go. While you're out on the water you also have a great opportunity to spot dolphin pods and maybe even fairy penguins, seals, albatross and more. This whale watching tour will have you buzzing the whole time and long after returning to shore. This experience is part of our Low-Footprint Adventures range because it is ECO certified by Ecotourism Australia.

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Inclusions

3 hour whale watching cruise A great chance to see huge pods of common dolphins offshore Tea, coffee (self service) A real offshore sailing experience with professionals Hydrophone - an underwater microphone so you can hear the whales sing Fun and insightful commentary Licensed bar and comfortable downstairs lounge Warm sailing jackets available for wet weather Maximum stability and a 9 metre wide spacious foredeck Sea turtles, Little Blue (Fairy) Penguins, Albatross, Sea Eagles and Australian Fur Seals may also be seen

Seasons

In the event of rain or inclement weather your experience will still go ahead unless contacted by the experience provider. The experience provider reserves the right to cancel, abandon or vary any cruise due to adverse weather conditions. The company will not be held liable for any loss or expense incurred by passengers.

Operating Hours

This cruise is 3 hours in duration Available from mid May to early November annually Departs daily at 10:30am and 2pm Boarding commences 15 minutes prior to cruise departure

What To Bring

Comfortable clothes suitable to the weather on the day For winter cruises (whale watch), we recommend warm layers including a jacket Long pants and enclosed shoes are highly recommended It is also a good idea to bring a water proof layer Sunscreen and sunglasses No High Heels or Wedges allowed Adrenaline confirmation email

Additional Information

Available from mid May to early November annually Departs daily at 10:30am and 2pm Boarding commences 15 minutes prior to cruise departure Even with our excellent sighting percentage occasionally we have finding whales or dolphins. In the event of a ‘miss’ we will issue you with a ‘free return voucher’ to use at a later date Refunds will not be issued We understand that sometimes passengers cannot take up the free return voucher for whatever reason, but we do everything we can to locate whales or dolphins during cruises. The ‘free return’ voucher is valid for 18 months from the original cruise date, thus giving guests every opportunity to ‘try again’ Free Return vouchers are not transferable between guests and vessels. There is no credit refund in the unlikely case that whales are not sited.‘Sea sickness’ can be different for individuals, making it difficult for us to advise on the matter. If you suffer from other types of motion sickness, such as on a plane or car, you might get seasick. PREVENTION is better than CURE. If you have concerns about seasickness we recommend you seek advice from a local pharmacy about preventatives prior to the cruise. We offer motion-sickness prevention for free onboard before the tour, however pharmacists recommend taking tablets 1 hour before a cruise.

Cancellation Policy

Change your booking up to 24 hours before the start time of your experience Changes are not permitted within 2

Location

6 Teramby Road, Nelson Bay, New South Wales 2315

Recent reviews

4.7/5

Based on 66 reviews

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BARNEY

almost 4 years ago

best trip ever in my life

Review for Whale & Dolphin Watching Cruise Port Stephens - 3 hours

Kym Johnston

over 5 years ago

Review for Whale & Dolphin Watching Cruise Port Stephens - 3 hours

Scott

over 5 years ago

An amazing day on the water, whales, dolphins and bird life galore. Knowledgeable friendly and helpful staff provided answers to all our questions.

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