Moonshadow - TQC Cruises is a family owned and operated business that specialises in dolphin watching cruises whale watching cruises, operating since 1981 and offer a range of memorable cruising experiences. We operate 8 vessels, the largest and most luxurious vessels in the port, and cater for a diverse range of clientele with many different cruising experiences on offer.
Our cruises run to schedule, with dolphin watch cruises departing every day, and our vessels have the capacity to suit everybody without crowding. Our friendly and knowledgeable crew are dedicated to ensuring you have a comfortable and memorable cruising experience.
Scheduled Cruises & Combined Adventures
Dolphin Watch Cruise - operates daily with 99% success rate in dolphin sightings, boomnet rides, water slide & underwater cameras (Moonshadow V only), delicious optional buffet lunch served daily.
Whale Watch Cruise - operates daily May - Nov, largest and safest whale watching vessel in the bay, excellent sighting rates, bonus dolphin and outer islands cruise.
Twilight Dinner Cruise - operates all year round (check schedule for timetable), perfect dining experience for all occasions, appetisers on arrival, modern Australian buffet, fabulous live entertainment, fully licensed bars and dance floor. Cruising Newcastle and Port Stephens harbour.
Broughton Island National Park Cruise - operates October - April, snorkelling, swimming, exploring, morning and afternoon tea, Ploughman's buffet lunch, Boom net rides and bonus dolphin watch.
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