Our unique land and on-water adventure-based tours including coastal sightseeing, whale watching (Jun – Nov) and guided hiking showcase the breathtaking Newcastle and Lake Macquarie coastline. Tours focus on the marine life which inhabits the coastline, local geology, Aboriginal heritage as well as unique destination landmarks including wrecks, cliffs, islands, sea caves and ships.
Experience The Hunter Coastline!
We pride ourselves on offering authentic nature-based tours of Newcastle and Lake Macquarie, visiting some of the most iconic and picturesque local destinations on our experiences. Choose from being led by a wildlife guide or enjoy boarding our custom-built boat.
Choose Your Adventure
Our experiences share the best of the Newcastle and Lake Macquarie coastline year-round. Seasonality drives which tours are offered at what time. Whale watching tours are offered throughout the cooler months of the year, while trips to Catherine Hill Bay, around Lake Macquarie or hikes through Wallarah National Park, are offered throughout the warmer months of the year.
Whale Watching Newcastle
The 2021 whale watching season is underway! CoastXP’s Encounter Tour is a nature-based immersion experience. The tour focuses closely on the annual Humpback Whale (Megaptera Novaeangliae) migration between the months of June and November each year.
Come and witness these amazing animals up close on our adventure boat, Atmos!
See why we're a top-rated experience on Trip Advisor!
We’re an award-winning local tourism business. We have a passion for connecting adventure-seekers with the outdoors. Since launching in 2018, we’ve welcomed a range of guests from all around the world on our tours who love to explore the coastline with us – so what are you waiting for?
