Hunter Coastal Adventure Tour by Boat from Newcastle
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Book ahead for front-row views of the Hunter Coast and its marine life on this cruise from Newcastle. Save time and avoid missing out by prebooking, and absorb the panoramas as you cruise along the coast. Watch for dolphins, seabirds, and turtles; sail by coastal forts, cliffs, and beaches; and cruise up-close to the caves at Caves Beach, all as a guide shares background.
- Enjoy views of the Hunter Coast from the water on a cruise from Newcastle
- Prebook to save hassle and ensure a place for a time slot that suits you
- Admire sea caves, cliffs, and forts; and look for dolphins and turtles
- Includes guide’s commentary and choice of departures for flexibility
- CoastXP is an Accredited quality and sustainable tourism business
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Children under 3 not allowed
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
The tour begins inside Newcastle Cruising Yacht Club, we take in the sights before heading offshore for an adventure boat experience! The tour travels along a nine-mile beach, passing moon island and sea caves on our way to Catherine Hill Bay. You will also get the opportunity to see Newcastle and Lake Macquarie from a completely unique angle, visiting some areas only accessible by water.
What‘s Included
Marine Toilet Onboard
Professional wildlife guide
Safe and comfortable eco-tourism vessel
Premium weatherproof jackets
2.5-hour guided tour
Any parking or transport fees
Options
9am Departure
CoastXPs Adventure Tour is a premier offshore boating experience showcasing the magnificent Hunter coastline. Experience the breathtaking coastal scenery of Newcastle, with pods of resident dolphins,
Reviews
92 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Coastal Adventure
277narellec,,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A great way to see our coastline from the ocean. Our host Dom was very friendly a d keen to answer questions. We had a bonus meeting with a pod of dolphins on our way back. Definitely recommend this tour.
Unforgettable New Year’s Eve on Newcastle Harbour
Smilzsuzy,,Jan 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00From the moment we stepped aboard CoastXP on New Year’s Eve, my husband and I knew we were in for something special. Welcoming the new year beneath the sparkling harbour lights and spectacular fireworks was an absolute highlight and experiencing it from the water made it truly unforgettable. The grazing platters and beverages were a delicious showcase of local flavours, beautifully presented and perfectly paired with the stunning harbour views. Everything felt thoughtful and well paced, allowing guests to relax and truly soak in the experience. The service throughout the evening was warm, genuine and personal. Dom greeted everyone with his big smile and kindness, immediately making guests feel comfortable and welcome. In one particularly thoughtful moment, he even held my glass while I took photos of the Newcastle Customs House Clock Tower during the celebrations, a small gesture that perfectly reflected the care shown throughout the night. This was our second time joining CoastXP and seeing so many returning guests on board for New Year’s Eve speaks volumes about the consistency and quality of their award winning experiences. Dom and his wife Ally, along with their wonderful team, create moments that go far beyond a typical harbour tour. Their passion for people, place and adventure truly shines through. We can’t wait to return again soon. Highly recommended for anyone looking to experience Newcastle from a fresh, memorable and exciting perspective.
Ok, not great.
Q6199BTbene,,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00It was ok, not bad, not great, The trip was too long south looking at mostly the same scenery, not enough information to keep it interesting. Pretty bumpy, way too cold, bring a jumper, wish we had know beforehand.
A highly recommended trip
Yuyang Z,,Dec 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very good trip. We saw dolphins in the wild luckly. The tour guide is very friendly. We sailed a long way along the coast, and the scenery along the way was beautiful. We accidentally left a item on the ship, but the tour guide patiently helped us find it.
Fantastic coastal trip
Noni B,,Apr 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A fantastic boat ride down to Catherine Hill Bay from Newcastle. Great commentary too. I highly recommend this tour.
An experience not to be missed when visiting Newcastle.
880bernadettew,,Mar 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The boat tour was one of the highlights of our visit to Newcastle. Our skipper and guide Dominic was extremely friendly and informative and the boat ride itself was exhilarating. Unfortunately the trip had to be cut short as we hit a wall of rain and had to turn round early but we still managed to see a good stretch of the coastline and during the brief time we were being showered with rain, the rain coat we were issued with kept us nice and dry.
Scenic ride
623wendyd,,Mar 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Friendly, informative, scenic and fun. See our Newcastle coast from another angle. Get up close to the entrance to huge caves. Learn some history. Surrounded by dolphins off Bar Beach. A great trip.
Great way to experience the Newcastle and Lake Macquarie coast line.
Simone L,,Jan 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We have done 5 coast xp tours, mixed whale watching and the coastal explorer Dom, is so professional and made sure for this last trip the weather would be suitable, rearranging days accordingly. We combined this experience with the Aero logistics helicopter ride, the weather was perfect,scenery has to be seen to be believed. Wasn’t a fan of the open/ or no door helicopter but my partner loved it!
It was great riding along...
Catherine K,,Jan 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was great riding along on this tour. The knowledge of the local area Dom our tour guide has is apparent and we enjoyed both the experience and the history lesson.
Summer holiday fun
jodiehB793BF,,Jan 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely beautiful trip and great to see the coast line from the water. So beautiful to see a pod of dolphins that just made the tour even more beautiful Scott the skipper was very informative and we learnt a lot about the region Thank you team we will be back. ❤️❤️
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