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Historical Cruises with John 'Stinker' Clarke
Highlights
- Cruise the stunning waters of Port Stephens while soaking in exclusive insights from local historian John 'Stinker' Clarke.
- Explore the breathtaking Broughton Island, immersing yourself in its natural beauty and rich maritime history.
- Climb to the top of Point Stephens Lighthouse, enjoying panoramic views and a deeper understanding of the area's heritage.
- Experience a family-friendly adventure with small group tours that ensure a personalised and engaging journey.
Enjoy a full day of cruising with exclusive commentary from local legend, and historian, John ‘Stinker’ Clarke! Moonshadow TQC offers three great historical cruises, that will take you to the gorgeous Broughton Island, explore the western harbour of Port Stephens or climb the Point Stephens Lighthouse on the Fingal Island Historical Tour.
Port Stephens has a rich maritime history and there is no better way to engage and learn about it then from local icon, John ‘Stinker’ Clarke.
Itinerary highlights
Choice of three Historical Cruises
Enjoy a full day of cruising with exclusive commentary from local legend, and historian, John ‘Stinker’ Clarke! We offer three great historical cruises, that will take you to the gorgeous Broughton Island, or explore the western harbour of Port Stephens or climb the Point Stephens Lighthouse on our Fingal Island Historical Tour.
Tour details
- On demand
Features
Service facilities
This business does not currently offer accessible facilities.
Operation information
Moonshadow – TQC Cruises
Moonshadow TQC is a family-owned cruise operator based in Port Stephens, only 2.5 hours north of Sydney, and 30 minutes from Newcastle Airport. With over 40 years of experience and boasting the largest vessels in Port Stephens, Moonshadow – TQC Cruises gets you close to the action quickly and safely.
Join their Dolphin Cruises that depart daily in search of the resident Bottlenose dolphins, with a 95 per cent success rate in sightings. Enjoy boom-net rides whilst taking in spectacular views of Port Stephens (depart daily except Christmas Day).
Get up close and personal with friendly giants on their Whale-watching cruises, when over 40,000 humpback whales pass their shores during the annual whale migration from May to November.
Explore the hidden gem of Port Stephens, which is Broughton Island on their full day cruise adventure out to Broughton Island National Park.
Explore the magnificent Islands of Port Stephens. Explore the picturesque Broughton Island cruise or join their range of Historical Cruises, hosted in collaboration with local historian and legend, John ‘Stinker’ Clarke.
Make your next special event a private charter aboard Moonshadow – TQC Cruises with six vessels all equipped for all occasions and catering for casual and formal events.
Accreditations
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ATEC India Host
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ECO Certified (Advanced Ecotourism) by Ecotourism Australia
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International Ready Accreditation
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Quality Tourism Accreditation
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Sustainable Tourism Accreditation by ATIC
Memberships
- Australian Tourism Export Council
- Charter Vessel Association
- New South Wales Business Chamber
- Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
- Visitor Information Centre
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