Whales and dolphins at Port Stephens
Watch as Port Stephens waters come alive.
Port Stephens on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales is the perfect place in Australia to observe dolphins and whales in the wild. There are a full range of daily cruises, available at Port Stephens, including dolphin and whale watching trips.
Port Stephens is home to around 165 bottlenose dolphins, which live in the Port itself. If you are lucky you can view them from the shore or hire a boat. Alternatively, join a tour which takes you around the Port dolphin watching. It is also possible to go Hump Back Whale watching during their migration north to warmer waters, and later in the year during their journey south to Antartica.
Whale Watching Tour
Welcome to the world of whales, experience the amazing migration of over 6000 humpbacks (30 to 50tonnes). Sail on Imagine 60ft stylish catamaran. Share the playful performance of offshore oceanic dolphins, chance to see Albatross and seals. Informative and lively commentary, 360% view from stable fore deck. 3 to 3.5 hour tour. Free tea, coffee and biscuits. Half price return to the date of your choice if no Whales seen. This cruise operates from June to Mid-November each year. Learn more
Dolphin Watching
The ecological balance in the bay is perfect for dolphins so you are almost guaranteed to see, and even swim with them if you take a cruise on one of the Nelson Bay based boats. Unsurprisingly, this area is known as the Dolphin capital of Australia and between 150 and 200 bottlenose dolphins live in the water off Nelson Bay and Port Stephens.
Feel the thrill of being up close to the wild dolphins of Port Stephens, home to over 150 bottlenose dolphins. Dolphins have the most complex behaviour in the animal world and are extremely intelligent animals. These factors make dolphins a marvel to watch.
Discover the diverse and unspoiled marine life at Port Stephens.
Whale Watching Tour