Port Stephens Adventure: Dolphins, Koalas, Sandboarding

Embark on a thrilling Port Stephens adventure with dolphin cruises, koala encounters, and sandboarding. Perfect for families and nature lovers. Book now!

Duration: 12 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Moonshadow-TQC Cruises - Arrive at the serene coastal village of Nelson Bay, located on the traditional lands of the Worimi people. Embark on a 90-minute Dolphin Discovery Cruise with Moonshadow Cruises on the stunning turquoise waters of Port Stephens, a true marine paradise. This remarkable natural harbor is home to approximately 140 bottlenose…
What's Included
  • Bottled water
  • Admission fees
  • Entrance fees
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
What's Not Included
  • Personal Expenses
Additional Information

Embark on an unforgettable full-day journey to the stunning Port Stephens, featuring a dolphin discovery cruise and exciting wildlife experiences. Start your adventure with a picturesque drive from Sydney, leading to a 1.5-hour cruise where you can observe playful bottlenose dolphins. Explore the Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary to get a close look at…

Location
Central Station Forecourt
Pitt Street
If pickup is not required, our group will meet you at Central Station Western Forecourt Coach Bay #8. Google map search: Brighton Tours Meeting Point Google map link: https://g.co/kgs/XKRrQSC
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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431puiyeec
Jul 16, 2025
Tour Guide Yan is very friendly - Tour guide Yan is very friendly. He helps us take nice family pictures. He can speak fluent Cantonese, Mandarin and English. Lunch arrangement is good. We manage to see dolphins.
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清苏
Jul 16, 2025
Yan is great. - The weather is fine today. Driver and guide YAN. People are nice. Warm and patient, detailed explanation on the way. Speak English once and Chinese once. It took care of tourists from different countries on the train. It was great. Dolphins saw it. Chinese food is good. The koalas also took good-looking pictures. Sands are fun. YAN taught us the basics of action in Chinese. Actively help us take pictures. Very good guide. Thanks Yan.
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_f2474pq
Jun 25, 2025
Great satisfaction to see dolphins and koalas - I went on a cruise tour to see the dolphins in Port Stephens! It was a very strong day and there were swells, but we were able to see a family of dolphins! 98% of them can see it. I went up to the top floor and took videos and photos straight away, but you can (naturally) see it closer from the first floor deck. The fish and chips we got on board after the cruise were crispy and crispy, and we were very happy with the salad. After eating, disembark and go to Koala Sanctuary, where injured and sick koalas are treated at the park's Koala Hospital and raised while being protected. We saw the cherished koalas that each received their name in nature surrounded by eucalyptus chi. The volunteer staff are there to help with the visitors and answer a lot of questions (I asked a lot through the guide). Here, the entrance fee, souvenirs and cafe sales all go towards protecting koalas, so I thought my admission fee and shopping would be a meaningful visit to help koalas. Sandboarding in the 32 kilometers of Stockton Dunes, I was a little spooked at first, but surprisingly I was fine. You don't have to be young to do this lol, but if you are young, you probably don't want to ski back again and again. On the way home, the bus was able to rest slowly, watching the photos and videos we took and sleeping. The bus on the tour has a USB port, so it was good to charge it. The guides on the Brighton tour were not only friendly, but also very knowledgeable. The tour taught us a lot of trivia about Australia, dolphins, koalas and more. It was from the early morning because of the distance to Port Stephen, but it was fun and very meaningful to have various experiences. Thanks for your help. Thank you.
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194lilyq
Jun 18, 2025
Crazy sand sliding! Scream crazily! - The driver was really good ! Highly recommended! The tour was packed with just the right timing and it was smooth and rewarding.
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Chrissstyxx
Jul 7, 2025
Wonderful day with Brighton Tours - The experience is wonderful! We have an opportunity to see dolphins and koala. The sandboarding is also amazing. I recommend this tour for everyone!
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From $160
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).