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Dolphin Watch + Sailing Cruise

Dolphin Watch + Sailing Cruise

There are almost 100 resident Bottlenose Dolphins that live in the Bay at Port Stephens.

There are almost 100 resident Bottlenose Dolphins that live in the Bay at Port Stephens. Join us onboard 'Imagine' as we spend time with some of these fabulous 'locals'.


* Dolphin Guarantee

* Dry 'Bow-Net' & Wet 'Boom Net'

* Friendly & Knowledgeable Crew

* 360° Viewing

* Complimentary Tea & Coffee

* Licensed Bar


1.5 hour Duration - Daily from Late November - Early May


* All cruises dependent on sea conditions * Minimum numbers apply

* Child rate applies to 4 - 14years

* Infant rate applies to 0 - 3 years

  • Duration : 90 Minutes (approx.)
From AUD $42.00

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Marine Discovery × × × × × × ×
Marine Discovery

Marine Discovery

Marine Discovery - Snorkeling + Dolphin Watch

Enjoy a leisurely cruise onboard 'Imagine' through the Bay. We'll stop and visit with our resident Bottlenose Dolphins before cruising to one of our stunning outer islands. Imagine usually heads out to Cabbage Tree Island however we may head
down towards the Outer Lighthouse if the winds are blowing in a certain
direction.  Take a look at our pristine coastline as we travel out to experience the Marine wonders Post Stephens and surrounds has to offer. You will see that it is a rich and ever-changing underwater world!

** Please bring your own:-

   Lunch, wetsuit, rashie, warm jacket (as the wind can come up at times), towel, sunscreen, sunglasses.  Thongs or sneakers - no high heels to be worn on board.


* Qualified Snorkel Guide on every trip

* Hire of snorkel, fins & mask included

* Sailing when conditions permit

* Licensed Bar

* Snack food available


3.5 hour duration - Daily from Late November - April


* Participants must have some swimming ability


* Child rate applies to 4 - 14 years

* Infant rate applies to 0 - 3 years

* All cruises dependent on sea conditions * Minimum numbers apply


  • Duration : 210 Minutes (approx.)
From AUD $98.00

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3 Hour Whale Watch Cruise × × × × × × ×
3 Hour Whale Watch Cruise

3 Hour Whale Watch Cruise

Cruise with 'Imagine' - so quiet you can hear the Whales breathe!

Join us as we spend time with the incredible Humpback Whales, watching them swim and play!


* Whale Guarantee

* Friendly & Knowledgeable Crew

* Informative Commentary

* 360° Viewing

* Complimentary Tea & Coffee

* Licensed Bar


3 Hour duration - Daily from 1st June - Early November

* Child rate applies to 4 - 14 years  * Infant rate applies to 0 - 3 years

* All cruises subject to sea conditions * Minimum numbers apply


  • Duration : 3 Hours (approx.)
From AUD $85.00

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Wild Dolphin Swim × × × × × × ×
Wild Dolphin Swim

Wild Dolphin Swim

Join us for this unique and exciting bucket list experience, which takes you into the world of wild dolphins where you can become a part of the pod and witness true dolphin behaviour!

WILD DOLPHIN SWIM

$349.00 per person (ages 7+)

This is the only permitted wild dolphin swim in New South Wales, and the first swim of its kind in the world! We are located in the stunning Port Stephens region, and depart from Nelson Bay where we go offshore and swim with wild oceanic common dolphins! Come and join the pod to witness TRUE wild dolphin behaviour! The dolphins don’t just swim past you, they swim WITH you for a long, interactive and mind-blowing experience! You are harnessed to a customised rope which is strung between the two bows of a 52’ (16m) catamaran and slowly pulled through the water. This is the safest and most harmonious way to swim with wild oceanic dolphins! They get a free ride and are having just as much fun as we are, and most importantly - are free to swim away at any point! There is a maximum of 24 swimmers and 12 observers on each tour.

Location: Dock C, d’Albora Marina, Teramby Road, Nelson Bay, Port Stephens, New South Wales. Only a 2.5 hour drive from Sydney!

Time: 6:15am to 11:00am - 4.5 hour tour (guests are requested to arrive at 6:15am for check-in and wetsuit fitting)

Inclusions: All equipment & training (wetsuit, mask & snorkel, safety harness), 4.5 hour cruise on a 52’ catamaran, a champagne brunch, tea & coffee, educational commentary, all above-water photos, and a customised underwater and above water video of your experience with the dolphins!

*Tours will NOT operate in unsafe conditions.

  • Duration : 5 Hours (approx.)
From AUD $349.00

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Season Pass 5 x 3 Hour Whale Watch Cruise Book Now
Season Pass 5 x 3 Hour Whale Watch Cruise

Season Pass 5 x 3 Hour Whale Watch Cruise

Sail with 'Imagine' - so quiet you can hear the Whales breathe!

Join us as we spend time with the incredible Humpback Whales, watching them swim and play! This pass is valid for 5 tickets on Imagine Cruises 3 hour Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise.

Season Pass are valid from June 1 to End of Whale season, generally early November.

Non transferrable , Non refundable

This season pass is only valid for ONE PERSON/INDIVIDUAL.

Call the office to book in your individual tickets on the cruises.  4984 9000

All tickets must be booked in advance (no walk ons)


* Whale Guarantee (if there are no whales sighted you will be offered a free return)

* Friendly & Knowledgeable Crew

* Informative Commentary

* 360° Viewing

* Complimentary Tea & Coffee

* Licensed Bar


The individual cruises are 3 Hours in duration - Daily from Mid May - Early November


* Child rate applies to 4 - 14 years  * Infant rate applies to 0 - 3 years

* All cruises subject to sea conditions * Minimum numbers apply

Please be aware of all NSW Government public health orders prior to placing your booking with Imagine Cruises.

  • Duration : 3 Hours (approx.)
AUD $297.50

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Season Pass 10 x 3 Hour Whale Watch Cruise Book Now
Season Pass 10  x 3 Hour Whale Watch Cruise

Season Pass 10 x 3 Hour Whale Watch Cruise

Sail with 'Imagine' - so quiet you can hear the Whales breathe!

Join us as we spend time with the incredible Humpback Whales, watching them swim and play! This pass is valid for 10 tickets on Imagine Cruise 3 hour Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise.

Season Pass are valid from June 1 to End of Whale season, generally early November.

Non transferrable , Non refundable

This season pass is only valid for ONE PERSON/INDIVIDUAL.

Call the office to book in your individual tickets on the cruises.  4984 9000

All tickets must be booked in advance (no walk-ons)

* Whale Guarantee (if there are no whales sighted you will be offered a free return)

* Friendly & Knowledgeable Crew

* Informative Commentary

* 360° Viewing

* Complimentary Tea & Coffee

* Licensed Bar


The individual cruises are 3 Hours in duration - Daily from Mid May - Early November


* Child rate applies to 4 - 14 years  * Infant rate applies to 0 - 3 years

* All cruises subject to sea conditions * Minimum numbers apply

Please be aware of all NSW Government public health orders prior to placing your booking with Imagine Cruises.

Join us as we spend time with the incredible Humpback Whales, watching them swim and play!


  • Duration : 3 Hours (approx.)
AUD $467.50

Enter Number of Participants *