Embark on an adventure to witness wild bottlenose dolphins in the enchanting realm of Port Stephens, both above and beneath the waves. Join the daily Dolphin Watch Cruise to explore the harbor and encounter the local dolphins. Around 160 dolphins call this harbor home!

Marvel at the stunning views of the Tomaree and Yacaaba headlands.

This 2-hour splash and slide cruise is available from November to April, daily at 11am or 1:30pm, with an additional 4pm cruise on weekends and during NSW School Holidays.

• Observe the renowned resident wild bottlenose dolphins
• Thrilling boomnet rides
• Enjoy our fantastic waterslide for riding, sliding, and splashing
• Unwind in our onboard spa (MV Spirit Only)
• Two levels with walk-around decks
• Complimentary morning or afternoon tea
• Licensed bar and snack food available
• Engaging, informative, and entertaining captain’s commentary
• 99% success rate for dolphin sightings, with a free return cruise if no dolphins are spotted

Points of Interest

• Moonshadow - TQC Cruises

• 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

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.