

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Nelson Bay Escape: Dolphins, Koalas & Coastal Views
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 21 Jan, 2026 at 10:00 pm – Fri, 23 Jan, 2026 at 06:00 am
- **Event Description**: Nelson Bay Short Break with Port Bus to Nelson Bay, Port Stephens. Thursday 22nd &amp; Friday 23rd January 2026

Escape with Port Bus on a relaxing two-day adventure to the stunning Port Stephens region.

Enjoy a scenic morning tea stop at Wade Park in Buladelah before boarding a Moonshadow-TQC lunch cruise to soak in the beauty of Nelson Bay from the water. Visit the Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary to meet these iconic Aussie residents, then settle in for the night at Hotel Nelson and savour a delicious dinner at the Seabreeze Hotel.

Day two begins with a hearty breakfast before taking on the breathtaking Tomaree Head Summit Walk for those feeling adventurous. We then head to Bob's Farm for an insightful tour of the Barramundi Farm, learning how these premium fish are sustainably raised. Wrap up your getaway with a hearty lunch at the Coopernook Hotel before our comfortable return journey home.

Highlights:
•	Moonshadow Lunch Cruise
•	Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary
•	Tomaree Head Summit Walk
•	Barramundi Farm
•	Coopernook Hotel

Inclusions:
•	Return transport
•	Port Bus welcome pack + daily H2O
•	Port Bus morning tea x 1
•	Moonshadow Dolphin Discovery Lunch Cruise
•	Visit / Tour at Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary
•	Accommodation @ Hotel Nelson
•	Dinner @ the Seabreeze Hotel
•	Breakfast x 1
•	Entry / Tour at the Barramundi Farm
•	Lunch @ the Coopernook Hotel
 
Itinerary:
Day 1: Departing Port Bus around 08:00. Morning tea from the coach will be @ Wade Park, Buladelah. Arriving at Nelson Bay around 12:30, we will board our vessel for our lunch onboard before setting off on the cruise at 13:30. Back on dry land around 15:00, we will make our way to the Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary for our visit/tour. I bet you’ll be ready to check in by now at Hotel Nelson? Freshen up before dinner, which is at the Seabreeze Hotel,l a short 100 metre walk away.
Day 2: Breakfast is from 07:00 this morning. For those wishing to do the Tomaree Head Summit Walk, we will depart the Hotel @ 08:00.
2.1kmLength,126mElevation gain, 48mEstimated time
The trail begins just off Shoal Bay Road, where parking is available. Enjoy walking up to Tomaree Head lookout shows off panoramic views of Port Stephens and its coastline with the shores of the Tasman Sea.
For those not joining us this morning, relax and enjoy at your leisure. We will check out and depart around 10:00. Over to the Barramundi Farm in Bob's Farm for a visit/tour. To finish a little soiree, we will enjoy lunch at the Coopernook Hotel. Drop-offs should commence around 15:30.

$751 double pp | $770 twin pp | $961 single pp

For more information or to book;
Phone	02 6583 3330
Email:	admin@portbus.com.au
Website:	https://www.portbus.com.au 

Please Note
•	Price is based on a minimum of 20 paying passengers. If numbers fall below 20 paying passengers, this tour may need to be recosted.
•	Price is valid for the above tour dates only and includes GST.
•	Morning teas or afternoon teas are not included unless specified. 

The itinerary may be subject to change without notice. Whilst every effort is made to adhere to the itinerary as provided, Port Bus reserves the right to alter the touring and attractions as dictated by circumstances and conditions outside the company’s control. Alterations may be made to ensure the smooth running of the tour. Every attempt will be made to ensure alterations do not adversely affect the operation of the tour. Port Bus will not be held responsible for weather-based cancellations or those closures made at the venue’s discretion.

Cancellation fees will be levied relative to the amount of notice given:
42 days or more—loss of deposit
29-41 days:  50% of fare plus deposit
30 days before and the Day of departure: 100% of the fare.
In the case of concert or sporting tours, where admission tickets are purchased in advance, a minimum cancellation fee equivalent to the cost of admission ticket fees will apply.
Some accommodations require prepayment, and refunds will be subject to their conditions.
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- **Event Categories**: business, trips-adventures, concerts, music, entertainment
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 9

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: https://events.humanitix.com/nelson-bay?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=nelson+bay-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Nelson Bay
- **state**: NS
- **country**: Australia
- **location**: Nelson Bay, Port Stephens
- **lat**: -32.720560870728
- **long**: 152.13756335502
- **full address**: Nelson Bay, Port Stephens, Australia

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 2
- **organizer**: Port Bus Charters, Tours & Rentals Pty Ltd (https://allevents.in/org/port-bus-charters-tours-and-rentals-pty-ltd/25956722)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Wed, 21 Jan, 2026 at 10:00 pm
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Nelson Bay, Port Stephens, Australia
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Port Bus Charters, Tours & Rentals Pty Ltd
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** business, trips-adventures, concerts, music, entertainment
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Nelson Bay Escape: Dolphins, Koalas & Coastal Views ?
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