Join a thrilling 2-hour dolphin cruise in Port Stephens. Spot wild dolphins, swim, and enjoy stunning headland views. Book your adventure today.
Join a thrilling 2-hour dolphin cruise in Port Stephens. Spot wild dolphins, swim, and enjoy stunning headland views. Book your adventure today.
- Wharf 1, Cruise Passenger Terminal - Embark on the MV Spirit or MV Spirit of Port with Moonshadow-TQC Cruises for an exciting 2-hour Splash & Slide Cruise. Set sail in search of the resident Bottlenose Dolphins and enjoy the breathtaking views of Port Stephens harbour as the cruise heads east towards Tomaree and Yacaaba headlands. After some…
- Wharf 1, Cruise Passenger Terminal - Embark on the MV Spirit or MV Spirit of Port with Moonshadow-TQC Cruises for an exciting 2-hour Splash & Slide Cruise. Set sail in search of the resident Bottlenose Dolphins and enjoy the breathtaking views of Port Stephens harbour as the cruise heads east towards Tomaree and Yacaaba headlands. After some delightful dolphin encounters, guests can change into swimwear as the vessel anchors for water activities. Enjoy riding, sliding, and splashing into the pristine waters of Port Stephens. For those who prefer not to use the slide, a boom net is also available for use.
The 2-hour Splash & Slide cruise boasts a high success rate for dolphin sightings and features a fully licensed bar where snacks and drinks can be purchased onboard.
Cruises depart daily from early November to April at 10am and 1pm, with additional cruises scheduled during school holidays.
Includes boom net rides and a waterslide, with time allocated for swimming.

- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Driver/guide
- Boom-net Rides
- Splash and slide
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Driver/guide
- Boom-net Rides
- Splash and slide
- The listed price does not include parking fee applicable along with waterfront
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Towels & swimming costume for use in the boom-net
- Snacks
- Note, no prams are permitted onboard our cruises
- The listed price does not include parking fee applicable along with waterfront
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Towels & swimming costume for use in the boom-net
- Snacks
- Note, no prams are permitted onboard our cruises
Experience a delightful 2-hour dolphin-watching cruise that brings you to prime locations for observing wild bottlenose dolphins. Gain insights about these playful animals from your onboard guide while taking in the stunning views of the Tomaree and Yacaaba headlands.
Don’t forget your swimwear, as there will be chances to swim, splash, slide, or enjoy…
Experience a delightful 2-hour dolphin-watching cruise that brings you to prime locations for observing wild bottlenose dolphins. Gain insights about these playful animals from your onboard guide while taking in the stunning views of the Tomaree and Yacaaba headlands.
Don’t forget your swimwear, as there will be chances to swim, splash, slide, or enjoy the boom net.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.
- Please note we do not run on Christmas Day
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Baby prams are not permitted on board our vessels. Collapsible strollers are permitted but cannot be taken to areas other than the main cabin of the vessel, upon boarding our friendly crew will advise passengers on where the stroller may be stored.
- TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF TRAVEL: The passenger acknowledges that during the cruise the vessel will be and will remain under the absolute control of the company, and that the direction and control of the vessel and its crew is at all times the sole responsibility of the Master of the vessel. Moonshadow TQC reserves the right to refuse entry of a passenger on the vessel. It is also at the Master’s sole discretion to require a passenger to disembark the vessel. Moonshadow TQC reserve the right to cancel or abandon the cruise either prior to or during the cruise, if the Company or Master of the vessel considers that the cancellation is necessary for reasons of weather or in the interest of the safety and well-being of the vessel, its passengers and crew. The Company will not be held liable for any loss or expense incurred by the passengers caused by such substitution or cancellation. Moonshadow TQC does not accept any liability in contract or in tort for any injury, damage, loss, delay, additional expenses or inconvenience caused directly or indirectly by force majeure or other events which are beyond our control, or are not preventable by reasonable diligence on our part including but not limited to; war, civil disturbance, fire, flood, unusually severe weather, acts of God, acts of Government or of any authorities, or failure of machinery (including vessel engines) or equipment or industrial action. Please note smoking is not permitted on any of our cruises. RISK WARNING: Care is taken to ensure your safety whilst on board this vessel. However, be warned that there are inherent risks by being aboard any vessel including, but not limited to, movement of the vessel, unpredictable sea conditions, unfamiliar design features such as stairs, coamings and water on decks, slides, boom nets, ancillary equipment used and/or from the vessels etc. Entry onto this vessel is at your own risk. Neither the owner, Master, nor any members of the crew will be liable for any injury to passengers, or damage to passengers property, however occurring. Fares and itinerary are always subject to variation without notice. Moonshadow TQC Pty Ltd reserves the right to cancel or vary the cruise specified and reserves the right to refuse to carry any passenger without stating any specific reason. A Moonshadow - TQC Cruises family ticket is valid for 2 Adults and 2 Children (0-14yrs). All children including infants aged from 0-14 years of age (not inclusive in a family ticket) are charged the child rate. Concession rate includes full time students and Australian seniors/old age pensioners upon presentation of student or seniors card. Once on board a Moonshadow TQC Pty Ltd vessel all persons are under the authority of the vessel’s Captain and Company Management, and are expected to conduct themselves in a socially acceptable manner. The law is clear about the Responsible Service of Alcohol and licenced venues are entitled to refuse service to people who are intoxicated, quarrelsome or disorderly. Moonshadow TQC Pty Ltd reserves the right to return to dock and disembark any disorderly passengers without refund. Passengers must not bring any alcoholic beverages or illegal substances onto the vessel. ID may be required to purchase alcoholic beverages. These terms are an integral part of the contract between passengers and Moonshadow TQC Pty Ltd. When your booking/ticket is confirmed, it will be deemed at all times that you have read, understood and accepted the conditions hereof, and agreed to the terms herein contained.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.