NOVA Cruises

Trading for 20 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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Helen Huckerby

5 days ago

We had a lovely time Not our first trip with you The staff were lovely We will be back Thanks 😊🤩

Nathan Montabello

5 days ago

Absolutely loved the experience and so did the kids will definitely be back for the dinner one next time

Warren Brooks

5 days ago

Really enjoyed cruise for my wife’s 60th birthday, we are from Sydney so don’t really know the area that well but a very enjoyable afternoon with good food and excellent service from the young staff, well done. Warren Brooks. West pennant hills

Katie Payne

5 days ago

Amazing experience. Highly recommend. The staff were brilliant. So friendly and accommodating.

Stephanie Mapperson

5 days ago

Loved the luncheon cruise. Great way to spend a Sunday. Food and service was awesome.

Shirley Langford

5 days ago

Thank you for a most enjoyable day, my friends and I had waited so long to enjoy the day cruise having been cancelled because of flood waters last year, the crew looked after us very well so thank you again

Joy Wilton

5 days ago

Thoroughly enjoyed the trip today… Your staff were friendly and helpful, would recommend to anyone who is willing to listen.

Catherine Pfanner

5 days ago

As residents of Newcastle, this was our second trip on Nova Cruises Once again the trip didn't disappoint. The crew were very friendly and most helpful . The commentary was informative and we learnt more about our local harbour . Thankyou once again Kind regards, Catherine Pfanner.

Wendy Hawthorne

5 days ago

Great cruise. Excellent staff. Really appreciated the gluten free food for my husband. Thanks

Julie Gray

5 days ago

Hi Nova cruises. Today was our second time doing a lunch Nova cruise. Both times have been excellent. The food and staff amazing. Unfortunately, both times, it has rained, but this did not stop us having a great day. We would recommend your cruise. Thanking you all from Two happy customers Julie and David

Dennis Notley

2 weeks ago

Most enjoyable afternoon. Staff very friendly and lunch was nice. Rather surprised at the room we had considering the boat was to capacity. Overall we were impressed.

Sean Starkey

3 weeks ago

Great night. Thank you Thank you

Cathryn Coles

3 weeks ago

Since returning from our cruise I have told everyone with ears, how wonderful it was. The Captain was superb. His first mate, Kody's, care and consideration was outstanding. Fabulous day out!

Sally Swain

3 weeks ago

A very pleasant day on the Hunter River - friendly and attentive staff, knowledgeable captain. My husband's cousins from the UK were very impressed too. Thank you for a lovely day out.

Lincoln Dearden

3 weeks ago

A fantastic day on the hunter river, local knowledge was very informative the staff are very helpful and friendly. The meals are big at the lunch stop at Raymond Terrace. Plenty of Tea and Coffee onboard and an upstairs viewing deck, bring your sun block although it is supplied. A great day out

Darren Todd

3 weeks ago

this is our 5th cruise with nova & can highly recommend all crew are fantastic , & helpful. todays trip would have been diffficult full boat & the heat of the day but kody & gabby did awesome see you next trip

Sandra Kok

3 weeks ago

We had THE BEST day aboard a Nova Cruise to Morpeth. Skipper Pete and Coby provided the most informative and relaxing day cruising the beautiful Hunter River. We learnt so many interesting facts and had our fill with a yummy morning tea and tasty samples of local goodies. Coby even made sure we stayed sun safe with his offers of sun screen - we will certainly be returning for future cruises offered by Nova Cruises.

Ruth Holmes

3 weeks ago

Just wanted to say our Christmas Lunch Cruise on Newcastle Harbour on the 19th of December 2025 was an enjoyable and relaxing experience after a year of hard work. Your staff were excellent and catered to our every need whilst keeping n the background allowing us free range of the boat and amenities. The food and drinks were fresh and well catered for. Enough to say that we will be back to enjoy your hospitality again. Thank you once again.

Skye Roberts

1 month ago

Staff were welcoming, incredibly kind and respectful. Highly recommend as the food was also super delicious. Thankyou for a great lunch date 🙂

Phoebe Khisa

1 month ago

I loved everything. Well trained staff, the music, free tea was amazing.