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Marine Discovery + Snorkeling Cruise - Port Stephens

Recommended by 100% of travelers
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Newcastle, Australia
  • 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Enjoy a fun afternoon sailing offshore from Nelson Bay without having to charter an expensive private vessel. Join this group catamaran cruise to experience the highlights. Look out for bottlenose dolphins in the bay, on the way out to an offshore island where fantastic snorkeling opportunities await. Snorkeling gear is provided so you don’t need to bring your own. Guides get in the water with you to keep you safe.
  • Choose from late-morning or early-afternoon departures
  • Look out for rays, coral, urchins, and fish while snorkeling
  • Captain hoists the sails for a leisurely return cruise
  • Refreshments are provided to keep you energized

What's Included

  • Qualified Snorkel Guide
  • Use of Snorkeling equipment
    Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Wetsuits
  • Towels

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • 8 Teramby Rd, Nelson Bay NSW 2315, Australia

    PLEASE ARRIVE APPROXIMATELY 15 MINUTES PRIOR TO DEPARTURE TIME FOR BOARDING. You may need to allow some additional time to find and pay for parking. Imagine is located at Dock C at the D'Albora Marina at Nelson Bay. Approx 50 metres on your right-hand side

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Participants must be able to swim if they want to enter the water. Snorkelling or swimming is not compulsory on this tour.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.9
based on 20 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Amazing Experience & Crew!!

Eva_F, Mar 2025
One of the most amazing, informative and attentive staff/crew. Extremely accomodating and ready to answer any questions and give you the most from the experience. Couldn’t recommend more!!

Response from Host, Mar 2025

Hello Eva, thank you for your 5 star review and we are very pleased you had a wonderful experience with us. Our crew are certainly very passionate and love being able to provide the best experience for our customers. We hope to see you again.

Fun and Adventure

Christine_G, Jan 2025
Wonderful experience, easy to get to and park , Staff warm and welcoming, boat trip beautiful and snorkeling perfect amount of time and saw plenty of wildlife. Sailing back into the bay was magic, highly recommended. Took my 10 and 14 year old and they both had a ball. Will do this again.

Response from Host, Feb 2025

We are very pleased you had a great day out with us and thanks for your great review. We hope to see you on board with us again soon.

Great day out

Kerry_F, Jan 2025
This is a great day. The catamaran was fun, the staff helpful and the snorkeling was great. We all enjoyed it immensely. Thanks Imagine.

Response from Host, Feb 2025

Thanks for your lovely comments Kerry and we are glad you had a great time with us.

Perfect day on the water, highly recommend 5 star

Maxine_Y, Jan 2024
Fantastic day on the water. Staff super friendly and helpful . Would highly recommend this to others 😊

Terrific day and knowledgeable staff!

James_B, Jan 2024
Very chilled and relaxing environment. Sell alcohol after snorkelling and can buy snacks onboard, they welcome outside food.
Likely to Sell Out

From $70.74

per person

up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

Book ahead!
On average, this is booked 25 days in advance.

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