Newcastle: Port Stephens day tour - Dolphins, hike & swim!
Overview
Embark on an unforgettable small-group day tour to Port Stephens, blending adventure, relaxation, and local flavour.
Start your morning with a scenic guided hike up Mount Tomaree (2.2km return) for panoramic views of the coastline and offshore islands. Prefer a slower pace? A flat coastal walk is available too.
Next, board a 1.5-hour dolphin-watching cruise through the bay, home to over 160 resident bottlenose dolphins.
After your marine adventure, enjoy a relaxing lunch at a popular local eatery (at your own cost) with fresh fish and seafood options available. Then unwind on the golden sands of one of Port Stephens’ pristine beaches—swim, sunbathe or simply take in the view.
Cap off the day with a visit to B Farm for a craft beer tasting and a glimpse into the region’s local brewing scene. Throughout the day, our expert guides share fascinating stories about the area’s wildlife, culture and history.
Let us handle the details while you discover the very best of Port Stephens.
What's Included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Dolphin cruise
- Lunch
- Alcoholic beverages Alcoholic Beverages
Meeting and Pickup
We pick you up and drop you back to your specified Newcastle address - hotel, airbnb, private residence. Pick up areas accepted are: Newcastle East/ West, Merewether, Cooks Hill, The Hill, Bar Beach, Adamstown, Hamilton, Kotara, Charlestown, Highfields, Lambton, New Lambton, Mayfield, Waratah, Shortland, Fern Bay, Stockton & Fullerton Cove. For other Newcastle locations please contact us prior to booking.
What To Expect
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Tomaree Mountain
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Moonshadow-TQC Cruises Boarding
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Aussie Bob's Fish & Chips
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Little Beach Reserve
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
B Farm by Murray's
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The drive time is approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes from Newcastle to Port Stephens (and similar on return)
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AEDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Dolphin cruise.
- Lunch.
- Alcoholic beverages. Alcoholic Beverages.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 6. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Newcastle: Port Stephens day tour - Dolphins, hike & swim! is as follows:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Newcastle: Port Stephens day tour – Dolphins, hike & swim! will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Dolphin cruise
- Lunch
- Alcoholic beveragesAlcoholic Beverages
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The drive time is approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes from Newcastle to Port Stephens (and similar on return)
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers
