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Enjoy a 2-hour dolphin-watching cruise that takes you directly to the best spots for sightings of wild bottlenose dolphins. Learn about the playful creatures from your onboard guide and enjoy fantastic views of the Tomaree and Yacaaba headlands as well.
Bring your swim gear as there are opportunities to take a dip, splash and slide or use the boom net.
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.
Please note we do not run on Christmas Day
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Baby prams are not permitted on board our vessels. Collapsible strollers are permitted but cannot be taken to areas other than the main cabin of the vessel, upon boarding our friendly crew will advise passengers on where the stroller may be stored.
**TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF TRAVEL:** The passenger acknowledges that during the cruise the vessel will be and will remain under the absolute control of the company, and that the direction and control of the vessel and its crew is at all times the sole responsibility of the Master of the vessel. Moonshadow TQC reserves the right to refuse entry of a passenger on the vessel. It is also at the Master's sole discretion to require a passenger to disembark the vessel. Moonshadow TQC reserve the right to cancel or abandon the cruise either prior to or during the cruise, if the Company or Master of the vessel considers that the cancellation is necessary for reasons of weather or in the interest of the safety and well-being of the vessel, its passengers and crew. The Company will not be held liable for any loss or expense incurred by the passengers caused by such substitution or cancellation. Moonshadow TQC does not accept any liability in contract or in tort for any injury, damage, loss, delay, additional expenses or inconvenience caused directly or indirectly by force majeure or other events which are beyond our control, or are not preventable by reasonable diligence on our part including but not limited to; war, civil disturbance, fire, flood, unusually severe weather, acts of God, acts of Government or of any authorities, or failure of machinery (including vessel engines) or equipment or industrial action. Please note smoking is not permitted on any of our cruises. **RISK WARNING:** Care is taken to ensure your safety whilst on board this vessel. However, be warned that there are inherent risks by being aboard any vessel including, but not limited to, movement of the vessel, unpredictable sea conditions, unfamiliar design features such as stairs, coamings and water on decks, slides, boom nets, ancillary equipment used and/or from the vessels etc. Entry onto this vessel is at your own risk. Neither the owner, Master, nor any members of the crew will be liable for any injury to passengers, or damage to passengers property, however occurring. Fares and itinerary are always subject to variation without notice. Moonshadow TQC Pty Ltd reserves the right to cancel or vary the cruise specified and reserves the right to refuse to carry any passenger without stating any specific reason. A Moonshadow - TQC Cruises family ticket is valid for 2 Adults and 2 Children (0-14yrs). All children including infants aged from 0-14 years of age (not inclusive in a family ticket) are charged the child rate. Concession rate includes full time students and Australian seniors/old age pensioners upon presentation of student or seniors card. Once on board a Moonshadow TQC Pty Ltd vessel all persons are under the authority of the vessel's Captain and Company Management, and are expected to conduct themselves in a socially acceptable manner. The law is clear about the Responsible Service of Alcohol and licenced venues are entitled to refuse service to people who are intoxicated, quarrelsome or disorderly. Moonshadow TQC Pty Ltd reserves the right to return to dock and disembark any disorderly passengers without refund. Passengers must not bring any alcoholic beverages or illegal substances onto the vessel. ID may be required to purchase alcoholic beverages. These terms are an integral part of the contract between passengers and Moonshadow TQC Pty Ltd. When your booking/ticket is confirmed, it will be deemed at all times that you have read, understood and accepted the conditions hereof, and agreed to the terms herein contained.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Jump aboard MV Spirit or MV Spirit of Port with Moonshadow-TQC Cruises for our 2hr Splash & Slide Cruise. Join us as we head out in search of our resident Bottlenose Dolphins. Take in the amazing views of the Port Stephens harbour as we head East towards Tomaree & Yacaaba headlands. After having some fun with our Dolphins, it’s time to get into your swimming gear as we head to our mooring and get ready for our water activities. Ride, slide and splash into the blue waters of Port Stephens, and for those not wanting to us the slide, we will also have our boomnet to use as well. Our 2hr Splash & Slide cruise has a high success rate in dolphin sightings, as well as a fully licensed bar to purchase snacks and drinks onboard. Departure times are from early November until April at 10am & 1pm daily with additional cruises during School holidays. Includes Boom net rides and waterslide with time for a swim.
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Driver/guide
Boom-net Rides
Splash and slide
The listed price does not include parking fee applicable along with waterfront
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Towels & swimming costume for use in the boom-net
Snacks
Note, no prams are permitted onboard our cruises
2hr Splash & Slide departing on MV Spirit of MV Spirit of Port
71 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Celia R,,Jan 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
The Team of this tour were friendly and courteous. The tour was very nice indeed. I had a lovely day out.
ivanae157,,Jan 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
We had an amazing morning being lucky in spotting lots of dolphins, and then the fun began with the slide, water mat & boom gate. Definitely worth the money, the kids and I had a blast. The staff were welcoming & very friendly.



U7111KGstevew,,Jan 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Great time enjoyed by the family, staff great, and information provided on trip was perfect, not too much talk talk talk. Plenty of time to look and enjoy the views.
OnAir43353782450,,Jan 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Fantastic cruise, we took our 10 and 8 year old boys and they loved the Surf net and Slide so much. It was the perfect amount of time and we saw lots of Dolphins on the 10am cruise. Great value.
Quest448560,,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
It was a very enjoyable cruise. Good length, plenty of time to track and see dolphins, then have kids (and adults) play on the slide and boom net. Boat was clean and not too crowded. Staff were wonderful. Would recommend to families!
17manalb,,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
My family enjoyed the experience, saw some adorable dolphins. Cruise was perfect length of time , slide was a highlight , friendly staff .
F6825KHbobbym,,Dec 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Not well coordinated at all. The activity was extremely overcrowded, especially on the net. The same people kept using it for as long as they wanted, with no proper rotation or time limits. You literally need a competitive mindset just to get a turn. Very poorly managed and really disappointing overall.
walkabout80,,Dec 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
They provided exceptional customer service. Highly recommend also excellent communications. They were very flexible.
sallyd609,,Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
This was a great cruise! We saw dolphins straight away then had lots of fun in the swimming net and using the slide. It was a great balance of spotting dolphins and enjoying the water. The crew were lovely and there is a bar for cold drinks and snacks.
deborahgM9210UY,,Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Everything was great - excellent commentary. Day was overcast but we saw dolphins. Only downside was I ordered chips and 2 bottles of water. I wasn’t given the water when I ordered and when I went to get the chips when the buzzer went off I told them I hadn’t received the water and the girl was ok with that and then a second person behind the counter said yes she got them. Very insulting- don’t blame me because the guy that served me forgot the water.
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