Sailing tours in The Hunter, New South Wales, offer a variety of exciting experiences for adventure enthusiasts. They offer coastal sightseeing, whale watching (June - November), cruise, and event tours departing daily from the Honeysuckle Foreshore. The tours focus on marine life, local geology, Aboriginal heritage, and unique destination landmarks such as wrecks, cliffs, islands, sea caves, and ships.
Nova Cruises Pty Ltd, a locally owned and operated business, offers a wide range of cruises from Newcastle Harbour. Their offerings include Newcastle Whale Watching Cruises, Newcastle Harbour Cruises, Lunch Cruises, Hunter River Discovery Cruises, Dinner Cruises, and voyages to the Historic inland shipping port of Morpeth. Their vessels, "Bay Connections 1" and "The Princess," depart from Lee Wharf pontoon in Newcastle.
The Hunter River Discovery Cruise explores the mighty Hunter River on a return journey from Newcastle to Raymond Terrace. This cruise includes a stop at the Junction Inn Hotel for a hot plated lunch. The experienced crew provides up-to-date and informative commentary, and a homestyle Devonshire Tea is served en route while cruising past farmlands adjoining the river.
These sailing tours offer a fantastic way to experience the beauty and diversity of The Hunter region. With knowledgeable guides and unique experiences that cater to various interests, visitors can enjoy a range of activities from whale watching to exploring the historical inland shipping port of Morpeth.