Tea Gardens Ferry provides daily tours to and from Tea Gardens NSW aboard the YKNOT Catamaran.
The YKNOT provides exceptional stability and wide-open decks making it perfect for spotting dolphins as we travel down the Myall River and across the bay.
The 1 hour journey takes you through the heart of Port Stephens-Great Lakes Marine Park.
Abundant with dolphins and birdlife, bird watchers will delight in the shorebirds that forage along the shores of the Myall River, such as little egrets, great egrets, little black cormorants, royal spoonbills, white faced herons, bar-tailed godwits, sea eagles and osprey – to name just a few!
Available Tours
Tea Gardens Ferry
1hr cruise to or from Tea Gardens aboard the YKNOT Catamaran, through the heart of Port Stephens-Great Lakes Marine Park. Our crew provide friendly commentary along the way, pointing out landmarks, dolphins and shorebirds as we travel.
Annie was our deckhand onboard the ferry trip to Tea Gardens and back, and she was truly outstanding from start to finish. Her commentary throughout the journey was not only incredibly informative but also engaging, warm, and full of personality — you could tell she genuinely loves what she does and takes pride in sharing her knowledge with others.
What really stood out was Annie’s kindness and attentiveness. The weather that day was far from ideal — cool, overcast, and a little breezy — yet she went above and beyond to make us comfortable, even lending my friend and I two jumpers to keep warm. That small gesture spoke volumes about her generosity and care for passengers.
Annie’s professionalism, warmth, and enthusiasm transformed what could have been an ordinary ferry ride into a truly memorable experience. She’s the kind of crew member every company dreams of having — someone who not only performs their role with excellence but also leaves a lasting impression on guests through genuine hospitality and heart.
Thanks to Annie, our day was filled with laughter, learning, and comfort. She didn’t just make the trip enjoyable — she made it exceptional.
Pim Crombag
Google review
Very nice ferry. Kind skipper and boss. We even saw some beautiful dolphins. The skipper took the time to let everyone have a look. Highly recommended.
Sarah
Google review
Our family recently took the ferry to Tea Gardens, and it was easily one of the absolute highlights of our holiday. From start to finish, the experience was exceptional.
Captain Gino, Kerry, and Patricia (pretty sure they're the correct names) were all incredible. Their professionalism, warmth, and genuine care for their passengers made the trip truly memorable. Patricia (deckhand) went above and beyond to engage with our children, who absolutely adored her — she was so kind and patient as they chatted away to her the entire time!
Captain Gino was fantastic — funny, friendly, and great with the kids. They even told him he’s “the best captain ever” and later made cookies as a thank-you!
We saw plenty of dolphins along the way, but it was the wonderful crew who made the experience so special. Their enthusiasm and kindness turned a simple ferry ride into an unforgettable family memory.
Highly recommend this company — they truly go above and beyond to make every journey amazing.
The Hummel
Google review
Great relaxing ferry built around 80 years ago but just gently cruises along with the low hum of the engine putting a smile on my face. Fantastic views!
Very friendly and knowledgeable staff.
What an experience. Loved it.
Shane Lawson
Google review
Would highly recommend this service. The staff were friendly and we had a lovely time onboard. When booking through the website make sure you book a return trip. I feel like their booking website could be easier to navigate. Overall a great day out on the water.