Lunch By The River

Cruise to Tea Gardens for a Riverside Lunch & Dolphin Spotting

Escape across the bay and enjoy a leisurely lunch beside the beautiful Myall River in Tea Gardens. Cruise from Nelson Bay, keeping watch for playful dolphins along the way, before choosing from an array of dining experiences – from fine dining and waterfront cafés to relaxed pub bistro fare or classic fish and chips enjoyed on the riverbank. Be sure to leave room for a delicious ice cream from the local Ice Cream Shack before boarding the return ferry to Nelson Bay. However you choose to dine, it’s the perfect recipe for a memorable day out.

Depart Nelson Bay – 11:30am aboard one of our beautiful heritage ferries.
Cruise across Port Stephens while keeping watch for playful dolphins, seabirds and other local wildlife.
Arrive in Tea Gardens 12.30pm and enjoy a leisurely lunch beside the picturesque Myall River.

Dine Your Way – choose from fine dining, waterfront cafés, relaxed pub bistro fare, or classic fish and chips on the riverbank.

Explore Tea Gardens with time for a riverside stroll, a little shopping, or simply soaking up the laid-back atmosphere.
Treat Yourself to a delicious ice cream from the local Ice Cream Shack before heading back to the wharf.

Depart Tea Gardens – 2:30pm and settle in for your relaxing cruise back across the bay.

Arrive Nelson Bay – 3:30pm, bringing your perfect day by the river to a close.