The port stephens community choir port stephens community choir is a group of volunteers who enjoy singing and bringing joy through music and song. May 16, 2015 the port stephens whale watching season officially starts today and cruise operators are already reporting sightings of the migrating mammals. Point stephens lighthouse is even more unique, in that its location on fingal island is occasionally connected to the mainland. Imagine is a 54ft sailing catamaran, purposedesigned as a model for ecotourism and capable of both offshore and inshore cruising. Will taylor location port stephens whale watching on imagine cruises tune kayoh shh nest hq premiere. The port stephens whale watching season officially starts today and cruise operators are already reporting sightings of the migrating mammals. Join the official launch of the 2018 port stephens whale season with 12 price morning whale watching cruises aboard moonshadowtqc and imagine cruises. Port stephens wild about whales nsw national parks. Jul 03, 2016 on sunday, july 3, 2016, more than locals and visitors gathered on port stephens sunblessed shoal bay beach to form the outline of a giant, 100mlong humpback whale. Your whale watching cruise will be skippered by experts in whale watching and the conservation of these gentle giants. Pick up and return your vehicle at one of over 200 australian hertz locations including port stephens. Port stephens is the home of some of the states most beautiful sea cultures. Point stephens lighthouse and fingal island nsw national parks.
Photo of whale entangled in bouy lines of the aquaculture farm. Be amazed as you get close to the biggest creatures on earth. The 3 hour cruises give people the opportunity to see whales of 3 different types the minke whale, pilot whales and humpback whales. Dec 27, 2010 the sounds of whales near and far rolled across the surface of stephens passage like distant thunder. Looking forward to having you on our tour so we can show you an amazing time on this day trip to port stephens from sydney. A great first step is to download the wild about whales app for apple and android and go mobile with our whale watching guide. Top whale watching spots on the port stephens nsw environment.
There are lots of coastal walks, fishing and boating opportunities, and even sandboarding. Port stephens lies within the port stephens great lakes marine park and is situated about 160 kilometres 99 mi northeast of sydney. You will also have a great opportunity for dolphin spotting on these port stephens tours. Whether youre looking to buy a land in port stephens or rent a land in port stephens, you can search our real estate listings to find your next home or investment. Whale off port stephens caught in mooring line news of. The humpback whale is a protected species and is a very energetic large whale. Port stephens day tours welcome on board to amazing port stephens day tours labelled blue water paradise, port stephens is renowned also for its beauty and marine surroundings with over 19 miles of clean, white and sandy beaches. Your best local search for whale watching in port stephens, nsw localsearch. Port stephens dolphin watching day tours from sydney. Check out the wildlife at the australian reptile park, take a dolphinwatching cruise from nelson bay, experience 4wheeling and sandboarding at the sand dunes, and soak up gorgeous scenery all along the route. Port stephens human whale 2015 destination port stephens. Top whale watching spots on port stephens mirage news. Cruise among the whales on the whale watching trip, play on stunning beaches, sand slide down huge dunes and 4wd on the beach.
Port stephens world record human whale at fingal bay port. Our port stephens whale watching day tour departs every wednesday and saturday from sydney during whale season june oct. Aerial drone video whale and sharks newcastle port stephens nsw. Charter your own vehicle and driver exclusively for your group. Before boarding on the dolphin watch port stephens cruise, you have an hours time to have lunch with the spectacular view of nelson bay. Point stephens lighthouse and fingal island nsw national. Moonshadowtqc whale and dolphin watching cruises nelson. Youll find information on the best vantage points, different whale species you might see and tips for spotting them, as well as a map with the latest whale sightings. Discover what day your garbage is collected, childcare options, opportunities to volunteer or make a date with your local library. Lunch bring a packed lunch or grab one at one of the nelson bay cafes. The harbour lies wholly within the local government area of port stephens. For more information on attractions, events and things to do, see visit. There are various whale watching cruises running from within port stephens, that venture out side the port stephens harbour and into the outer port stephens seas. Port stephens council also known simply as port stephens is a local government area in the hunter region of new south wales, australia.
Port stephens also makes for a great day trip or weekend break, and given that its low season you can get some great deals on accommodation and tours. The human whale has been taking place in port stephens for many years, moving to fingal bay to accommodate larger attendance numbers in 2017. The area is just north of newcastle and is adjacent to the pacific highway which runs through raymond terrace, the largest town and council seat. Humpback whales migrate north along the east coast of australia between may and august each year to give birth. We are continuing to monitor daily developments in response to covid19. Port stephens council projects and works find out more about the current council road, park, reserve, playground, sporting facility and environmental projects in port stephens. Humpback whales migrate north along the east coast of australia between may and august each year to give birth and mate in. Humpback whales migrate north along the east coast of australia between may and august each year to give birth and mate in the waters of the coral sea. The choir perform at council cultural and civic events as required, with numerous other noncouncil related community performances throughout the lga.
Here are a few companies who specialise in dolphin and whale watching cruises. Imagine cruises is an advanced ecoaccredited company that is dedicated to the protection of dolphins and whales. Whale watching in port step hens whale watching in port step hens humpback and southern right whales migrate along port stephens beautiful coastline between may and november, with pregnant whales heading to warmer waters to give birth to their young, before returning with their new born calves back to antarctica. The waters of port stephens are renowned for dolphin and whale watching. Stephens passage and a secret stash of humpback whales. Tips and guidelines wild about whales nsw national parks. Port stephens whale watching season in full swing abc. Check out the official visitors website for more ideas. Update on covid19 the safety of our communities, customers and staff is our top priority. Book your accommodation and tours with the official port stephens tourism website. Specialising in dolphin watching, whale watching and twilight dinner cruises we also feature weddings, private charters, corporate team building and schools educational programs. The same is true up and down both coasts, the further north you go along the coast the more concentrated the season is, august to september mostly at the very northern point.
Humpback whale surfacing near the david b in stephens passage. With over 140 bottlenose dolphins calling port stephens home, its no wonder these friendly locals are sighted so often. Through the fictional village of tuckanucket, mark and gerald foster take you on a wonderful, illustrated tour of the growing pains, and the triumphs and tragedies of a whaling town as it tries to maneuver through the powerful tides. From may to november the waters off port stephens play host to the magnificent migrating humpback whales. A young, playful humpback graced us with its presence on the second night of our uncruise in alaska. Fingal beach fingal beach surf life saving club marine drive, fingal bay nsw time. I dont know why, but it seems scott and i have unusually good luck when it comes to whale sightings. Tackleworld portstephens 100 magnus st, nelson bay, new south wales 2315 rated 4. Moonshadowtqc is located in beautiful port stephens, nsw australia, a 2. Hover uav was lucky enough to capture amazing drone footage of a dead humpback whale and great white sharks off the coast of nsw.
Dolphin watch is the most noteworthy highlight of port stephens. Port stephens dolphin watching day tours from sydney port. Aerial drone video whale and sharks newcastle port. Sep 24, 2007 whale port is also the story of america, and the important role whales played in its history and development as people worked together to build communities that not only survived, but prospered and grew into the flourishing cities of a new nation. Whalewatchers can download npws free wild about whales mobile app to find the best vantage points, get realtime notifications of nearby. Whale watching and sand boarding package port stephens. Coastguard port stephens, vmr265, is located inside port stephens at lemon tree passage and maintain a listening watch from 0600 to 1800 seven days a week. They offer dolphin and whale watching tours, marine discoverysnorkel tours, bay and beach swim tours, a fingal island and lighthouse tour as well as a sunset dinner cruise.
Atlantis port stephens is a social enterprise located in salamander bay, with a goal to promote conservation through education of our wonderful and unique marine life. Port stephens lies within the port stephensgreat lakes marine park and is situated about 160 kilometres 99 mi northeast of sydney. Participants will pay homage to the humpback highway where over 30,000 whales will pass by on the great whale migration forming an outline of a 100m long humpback on the beautiful beaches of fingal bay. The stockton bight sand dunes are an excellent example of an ecosystem at risk. Wild about whales is a celebration of whales along the nsw coastline. We are a nonprofit group owned by the members and autonomously managed by a board. Get the latest sightings, learn whale facts and plan your next coastal adventure. Dolphin swim australia, nelson bay if seeing the dolphins is not enough, dolphin swim australia offers a cruise where you can actually swim in the water with the dolphins. In the summer months, stephens passage, and frederick sound are home to well over a hundred humpback whales that return year after year to feed on the abundant krill and herring. You can sandboard down the 3050 metre high dunes for as long as you like. Top whale watching spots on port stephens with over 30,000 whales predicted to be currently migrating along the nsw coastline, nsw national parks and wildlife service npws is encouraging everyone to visit coastal national parks for some of the best vantage points to spot these majestic ocean giants. Photo courtesy of imagine cruises a new update on the huon aquaculture lease.
Williamtown airport williamtown, port stephens, 2314 australia. Footage surfaced on nbn news, sunday 9 october of a 12m humpback whale caught in fish net lines off port stephens. However at present, it is not possible to reach the lighthouse via the spit so its best to get to the island by. For the most complete local list of whale watching in port stephens, nsw, including full contact details, business descriptions, mapping and directions, as well as service and product information, always choose localsearch. Humpbacks travel thousands of kilometers from early may to late november, between their winter breeding ground to their summer feeding ground along the east coast of australia sydney has whale watching. The 2017 port stephens human whale was a world record with more than one thousand participants.
It is home to around 150 bottlenose dolphins and therefore called the dolphin capital of australia. Whale watching is an experience that you will remember forever. Join all the fun as the mammoth mammal takes shape on the sand of fingal beach. Top things to do in port stephens 2020 book online.
Whale watching in port stephens whale watching in port stephens humpback and southern right whales migrate along port stephens beautiful coastline between may and november, with pregnant whales heading to warmer waters to give birth to their young, before returning with their new born calves back to antarctica. Sandboards, instruction and supervision all provided. Naturefest human whale 2018 join all the fun as the mammoth mammal takes shape on the sand of fingal beach. For a truly once in a lifetime opportunity you can swim with wild dolphins in the open ocean and from may to november, see the magnificent humpback whales up close and personal during the annual migration season between june and november on a whale watching cruise or from. The top 10 things to do in port stephens, nsw the central coast of new south wales remains a criminally underrated travel destination in australia, boasting some truly beautiful stretches of coast and waterways without the crowds or overcommercialisation that many of the larger and more famous holiday spots encounter. Jul 04, 2016 will taylor location port stephens whale watching on imagine cruises tune kayoh shh nest hq premiere. Tourist information nelson bay port stephens north coast. Its an honor for us to get to be alone on the david b and observe these great creatures, i thought as the slow parade of humpbacks went past. On sunday, july 3, 2016, more than locals and visitors gathered on port stephens sunblessed shoal bay beach to form the outline of a giant, 100mlong humpback whale. Tourist information nelson bay port stephens north coast nsw. The whale tails were originally built and installed for naturefest 2016, but were such a hit that they remain a key part of the marinas open space to this day. Enjoy a trip to australias north coast, traveling to port stephens and the stockton bight sand dunes, on a fullday guided tour from sydney. Blessed with 26 sandy beaches, a vast blue bay and many beautiful inlets, port stephens is an idyllic destination north of sydney. Both these will give updated local conditions of bars.
Whale port is a treat for anyone, young or old, interested in whaling and the role it played in american history. Each year more than 3000 humpbacks pass close to the coast of port stephens migrating to warm tropical waters from late may to july and from september to november the whales can be seen returning to the antarctic with their calves. Travel from sydney to port stephens with a small group for a personalised tour visit nelson bay, the popular seaside town and relax by the marina where you will break for lunch own expense cruise out of the headlands in search for humpback whales and join the cruise as you look out for other sealife including dolphins and seals from the viewing decks take a big 4wd vehicle over the huge. Port stephens whale watching imagine cruises ep 6 youtube.
Dolphin watch cruise is the best part of port stephens day tour in this part of port stephens tours, you will hop on board for spotting dolphins. Also included is a cruise of port stephens outer islands, morning or afternoon tea and full commentary. One dollar from every dolphin watch or marine discovery ticket sold will be donated to the marine parks association, furthering research on the resident bottlenose dolphins. Find things to do, attractions and tours in whalewatching season as the whale migration passes north coast.
It always feels so good to sit in silence and watch whales. The 3 hour cruises give people the opportunity to see whales of 3 different types the. The week progressed with a few more humpback sightings here and there, in addition to two transient orcas who came right next to. Human whale 15th july 2018 destination port stephens. Jul 20, 2017 the 2017 port stephens human whale was a world record with more than one thousand participants. You wont forget the sight of a 15 metre, 40 tonne humpback whale. Dolphin watching port stephens cruise port stephens. All the essential services that make living in port stephens easy. Aerial drone video whale and sharks newcastle port stephens coast. Top whale watching spots on the port stephens 22 july 2019 with over 30,000 whales predicted to be currently migrating along the nsw coastline, nsw national parks and wildlife service npws is encouraging everyone to visit coastal national parks for some of the best vantage points to spot these majestic ocean giants. Port stephens whale watching season in full swing abc news. The area is famous for its resident bottlenose dolphins, crystalclear waters and towering sand dunes. Surrounded by humpbacks but the real show began on thursday evening as we cruised through stephens passage en route to dawes glacier. Port stephens is nsw premium destination for dolphin watching enthusiast, with the beautiful port stephens harbour boosting an impressive 99% success rate for spotting dolphins.
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