NOVA Cruises

Trading for 19 years

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About NOVA Cruises

Seeking something different for your next function or event? Want to feel the sea breeze and see the wide, open ocean? At NOVA Cruises, you can have all that and more. We cruise across the blue Newcastle waters and help you make priceless memories. We offer a range of cruise options for our guests from private and scheduled charters, discovery tours on the beautiful Hunter River, whale watching cruises, lunch and dinner cruises. There is an option for every one and any occasion. Enjoy breathtaking sights of whales on our two to three hour whale watching tours, and learn about these majestic creatures from our helpful staff. No need to bring your own snacks, we supply a complimentary morning or afternoon tea, and have a licensed snack bar on board. Are you getting married? Our vessels provide a luxurious and modern wedding venue that is perfect for both intimate or extravagant weddings. Book a cruise with NOVA cruises in Newcastle today.

Products

Food
Fresh Australian caught prawns with lemon and dipping sauces
Double smoked leg ham hand carved from the bone
Seasoned roast chicken
Pesto pasta salad with almond nibs and sundried tomatoes
Creamy potato salad
Garden green leaf salad
Desserts
Drinks
Tea
Coffee
Cous Cous with roasted pumpkin, feta, almonds & cranberries

Services

Whale watching cruises
Newcastle Harbour cruises
Twilight dinner cruises
Educational tours
Corporate & private functions
Hunter River cruises
Bingo afloat
Newcastle Harbour lunch cruise
Historic Morpeth & Hunter River Cruises
Private charters
Wedding packages

Reviews

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Darren Todd

22 hours ago

great day out, enjoyable seeing a working harbour,food was fantastic, your crew are wonderful on all the cruises we’ve been on with Nova//lake Macquarie cruises looking fwd. to next time

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Patricia Spence

2 days ago

Did the Hunter River cruise today. What a great day we ad the staff were fantastic lunch at the Inn was lovely. Can’t thank the staff enough they were fantastic service and friendly throughout. Thanks again it was great

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Judy Johns

2 days ago

Crew very welcoming and friendly, informative and obliging. A scrumptious morning and afternoon tea. Thank you, a pleasant way to spend the day.

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Lynn Booth

2 days ago

Hi, A big thank you to Nova Cruises Newcastle crew of The Princess today for a great day with an enjoyable lunch and cruise around the harbour. Lynn Booth

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Bronwyn Frnaklin

2 days ago

We loved everything about it.

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Nikola Simic

2 days ago

Thank you for your hospitality and service, great day out. Nice to have something in Newcastle where you can have a nice lunch. Your crew and everything else is excellent.Thank you!

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Barbara Mansfield

2 days ago

A very enjoyable experience. Lunch was great and every good value for money. Boat crew exceptional.

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Lyn Grant

2 weeks ago

Good time, great staff & food

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Heather And Bruce Lawrence

4 weeks ago

Thankyou so much for a beautiful day from start to finish, the morning tea was delicious and the service on board was fantastic, the sweets were also delicious, couldn't ask for a more perfect day, Heather and Bruce Lawrence

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Sarah Lilja

4 weeks ago

Great trip. Great crew. We really enjoyed seeing the Hunter from the water. We saw lots of birds, too Thank you for a lovely experience.

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Maureen Kidd

1 month ago

Thoroughly enjoyable day and well looked after

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Christine Ruhan

1 month ago

I have been on several Nova Cruises with family & friends & have enjoyed them all. I have recommended the cruises to others & even bought a gift voucher for 2 of my friends. The team is well organised & have a system in place that works very efficiently. The food is always fresh & yummy & the staff are always friendly & professional. All amenities are clean as well. Going up top is always enjoyable. Look forward to more cruises. 😃

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Nevil Whitlook

1 month ago

An excellent day out ..thank you ..both the Captain and Luke could not be faulted ..well done Nova !

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Russell Fry

1 month ago

Great cruise. The staff were very efficient, they served scones, fudge and wine all coordinated and quickly. Would definitely recommend this cruise.

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Jan

1 month ago

Thank you Nova - our group enjoyed our trip yesterday up the Hunter River to Raymond Terrace. It was all so interesting. The crew were great, the organisation easy and a great day was had by all of our 38 attendees. Jan The Grange Getaway

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Narelle Catford

1 month ago

This cruise up the Hunter River to Morpeth was exceptional the crew Ben and Luke were great, we enjoyed the experience immensely, The commentary was great we had a wonderful day

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Brett Fenwick

1 month ago

A fantastic day out. very informative and I viewed the hunter like never before a must day out

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Angela White

1 month ago

Really enjoyed our lunch cruise on Newcastle harbour! The staff were amazing, and the meal was really fresh and delicious! Great day out!

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Darren Todd

1 month ago

great day out, very professional young crew, highly recommend