Moonshadow - TQC Cruises

Moonshadow - TQC Cruises Moonshadow TQC is a multi-award winning family owned & operated business, based in Port Stephens, NSW.
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Boasting six vessels and a range of cruises to suit everyone. Moonshadow-TQC has been Advanced Eco-certified with Ecotourism Australia for over 20 years Moonshadow TQC is an owner-operator business with six different vessels in the waterways of beautiful Port Stephens...Dolphin Watching, Whale Watching, Food Cruising, Island Cruising, Weddings, Corporate Groups and Private Charters - a cruising experience to suit all occasions.

08/09/2026

Booked a cruise. Picked up a few locals on the way. 🐬

Port Stephens is home to resident wild bottlenose dolphins, and they have a habit of turning a peaceful harbour cruise into the story everyone tells at dinner.

Join a 1.5-hour Dolphin Discovery Cruise with daily departures at 10:30 am and 1:30 pm. Watch the water, enjoy views of Tomaree and Yacaaba headlands, then enjoy some boom net fun on the return journey.

Tag the person who would make friends with the dolphins immediately.

Book your Dolphin Discovery Cruise 👉 https://moonshadow-tqc.com.au/dolphin-cruises/dolphin-watching/

“I went there for a whale watching cruise.”“I went back for the dolphins.”“Then someone mentioned the outer islands and ...
06/09/2026

“I went there for a whale watching cruise.”
“I went back for the dolphins.”
“Then someone mentioned the outer islands and a historical cruise.”
“And honestly, I wouldn’t mind coming back for a Sunset Cruise either.”

Port Stephens has a way of turning one booking into a growing list. Whale watching, dolphin encounters, island scenery and local stories all begin from the same beautiful patch of coast.

Swipe through, then tell us which reason would bring you here first.

Browse the full range 👉 https://moonshadow-tqc.com.au/

What does Dad want for Father’s Day? We suggest a very large ocean and a very small chance of checking his emails. 😉The ...
05/09/2026

What does Dad want for Father’s Day? We suggest a very large ocean and a very small chance of checking his emails. 😉

The choices look good from the dock:

🐬 Dolphin Discovery brings wild bottlenose dolphins, Captain’s commentary and boom net rides.

🐋 Whale Watching Cruises offer 2.5 hours on the Humpback Highway.

📸 Whale Watch Express gives keen photographers 360° viewing from a smaller boat with

🌅 The Sunrise Photography Whale Watch Cruise runs on Saturday 12 September.

Which one would get the quickest yes?

See all cruise options 👉 https://moonshadow-tqc.com.au/

03/09/2026

A quiet patch of ocean can become the main event in one breath. 🐋

That first blow, tail or breach has a way of pulling every person onboard into the same moment. Port Stephens whale watching cruises spend 2.5 hours on the Humpback Highway, with inside and outside viewing decks and live commentary from the Captain.

Keep your eyes on the horizon. The whales rarely send a calendar invite!

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See upcoming cruises 👉 https://moonshadow-tqc.com.au/cruises/whale-watching/

Sunrise has a habit of making everyone a morning person. 🌅🐋On Saturday 12 September, Port Stephens starts the day on the...
31/08/2026

Sunrise has a habit of making everyone a morning person. 🌅🐋

On Saturday 12 September, Port Stephens starts the day on the water. This 3-hour Sunrise Whale Photography Cruise pairs golden morning light with the chance to photograph migrating humpbacks.

Professional photographer Bonita Holmes will be onboard with practical tips for cameras and smartphones. Tea or coffee is served on departure, followed by a light breakfast on return.

Which would fill your camera roll first, the sunrise or a whale breach?

Save your place here 👉 https://moonshadow-tqc.com.au/cruises/sunrise-whale-photography/

Imagine hearing a story where it actually happened.Not from behind a museum display, but surrounded by ocean, windswept ...
27/08/2026

Imagine hearing a story where it actually happened.

Not from behind a museum display, but surrounded by ocean, windswept headlands and the untouched beauty of Broughton Island.

With local historian John "Stinker" Clarke as your guide, every stop becomes more than a beautiful view. It becomes a chapter of Port Stephens' past.

Spend the day discovering secluded beaches, enjoying a picnic lunch, exploring the island on foot, and seeing why Broughton Island remains one of the region's best-kept secrets.

If conditions allow, you might even spot dolphins, seals, turtles, penguins, or migrating whales on the journey home.

History has a way of feeling different when you're standing exactly where it happened.

⏰ 6.5-hour cruise
📅 Wednesday, 9th September 2026 | 10:00am–4:30pm AEST

A rare experience deserves a spot on your calendar.

Book here: https://moonshadow-tqc.com.au/cruises/broughton-island-historical-cruise/

The best family entertainment doesn't need Wi-Fi. Out here, nature does all the work.Spend the day out on the water and ...
26/08/2026

The best family entertainment doesn't need Wi-Fi. Out here, nature does all the work.

Spend the day out on the water and experience Port Stephens together with one of our family-friendly cruises:

🐋 Whale Watching Cruise: Share the excitement of seeing humpback whales up close and create a memory the whole family will never forget.

🐬 Dolphin Discovery Cruise: Watch wild dolphins swim alongside the boat and enjoy a relaxing adventure together on the bay.

🏝️ Historical Cruise: Discover fascinating stories, hidden islands and local history in a fun and engaging way for all ages.

Which one would your family choose first?

Find the perfect cruise. Start planning your Port Stephens adventure here: https://moonshadow-tqc.com.au

24/08/2026

Everything feels bigger through a child's eyes. Especially when the first whale of the day appears.

Fuel their curiosity with the greatest show on earth.

Watch humpback whales breach, wave their giant tails, and glide alongside the boat. You may even spot playful dolphins, sea birds, and stunning coastal scenery along the way.

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Secure your family’s seats 👉 https://moonshadow-tqc.com.au/cruises/whale-watching/

22/08/2026

We never take this for granted.

After countless cruises on Port Stephens, seeing a pod of wild dolphins still stops us in our tracks.

It's always a beautiful day on the water when the dolphins decide to join us.

Experience it for yourself 👉 https://moonshadow-tqc.com.au/dolphin-cruises/dolphin-watching/

💙 CELEBRATE DAD THIS FATHER’S DAY! 💙Give Dad, Grandad or that special father figure an experience to remember with Moons...
21/08/2026

💙 CELEBRATE DAD THIS FATHER’S DAY! 💙

Give Dad, Grandad or that special father figure an experience to remember with Moonshadow-TQC Cruises. 🐬⛴️

For a limited time, enjoy 20% OFF GIFT VOUCHERS, the perfect excuse to swap socks and tools for an unforgettable day out on beautiful Port Stephens!

🎁 20% OFF Gift Vouchers
💻 Use code: DAD20 at checkout
🎟️ Book via the website www.moonshadow-tqc.com.au, or calling our office on 02 4984 9388
📅 Offer ends on 6th September
🌊 Give the gift of a Port Stephens adventure!

Whether it’s dolphin watching, whale watching or simply enjoying a day on the water, give Dad a gift that creates memories.

Buy your gift voucher today and save 20%!

T&Cs apply. Can only be redeemed when booking directly through Moonshadow - TQC Cruises!

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D'albora Marina
Nelson Bay, NSW
2315

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Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm
Saturday 8am - 4pm
Sunday 8am - 2pm

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