Dolphin and Whale Watch Cruises

Depart from Tea Gardens on a daily basis. In the appropriate season A truly unforgettable experience to see friendly dolphins and whales at play.

For tours contact:

Simba Cruises Phone: 02 4997 1084 , the MV Argonaut Phone: 02 4997 0457

or The Wally Phone: 0408494262

Dolphins can also be seen whilst enjoying a relaxing trip on either of the classic timber ferries that ply between Tea Gardens and Nelson Bay. The trip takes about 60 minutes and crosses Port Stephens.

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Koalas

Koalas are important to the Tea Gardens and Hawks Nest environment and tourism. The Koala area is located on the left after crossing the bridge into Hawks Nest. If you look carefully you may also see Koalas in the trees in the streets and avenues of the two towns, but predominantly are found in the Hawks Nest area.

Sighting of Koalas cannot, however be guaranteed.

Fishing

The Myall Waterways are a fisherman’s delight offering River and Beach fishing all the year round. Game fishing can also be found off the coast. There are a number of businesses in Tea Gardens and Hawks Nest who supply bait and tackle.

Fishing licences are available from NSW Waterways Office (Saturdays only), Tea Gardens Garage, the Tea Garden Boatshed, Hawks Nest Newsagency and online at Tea Gardens CTC.

Local waterways maps and fishing guides are available at the Tea Gardens Boatshed, the Tea Gardens Marine Centre and Garage as well as the Visitors Information Centre.

Water Activities

Canoe or Kayaking tours and hire of craft are available during the summer.

Contact: Lazy Paddles Kayaking Tours 0412 832 220

Walking Trails

There are many walking trails in the Mungo Brush area of the National Park. For further information visit the Visitors Information Centre.

Photograph by Dennis Ballard