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Sydney: Whale Watching Adventure Cruise

4.3  / 5760 reviews
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Water activity
Sydney: Whale Watching Adventure Cruise
4.3  / 5760 reviews

Discover the beauty of humpback whales on an adventure cruise. Enjoy live commentary and fascinating facts about these majestic creatures splashing along Sydney’s coastline.

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Duration 165 minutes
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Live tour guide
English

Experience

Highlights

  • Experience 2 hours and 45 minutes of whale watching
  • Learn fascinating whale facts from expert guides
  • Relax on a spacious deck with panoramic views
  • Complimentary coffee, tea and hot choclate served onboard
  • Take in breathtaking views of Sydney’s iconic landmarks

Full description

Set sail on an unforgettable journey aboard a whale watching cruise along Sydney’s stunning coast. Experience the thrill of witnessing majestic whales in their natural habitat from the comfort of a spacious catamaran. With large decks and cozy seating, relax on a boat with prime viewing opportunities. Don't miss a moment of the excitement. Learn from knowledgeable guides as they provide fascinating insight into whale behavior. Get close encounters and be mesmerized by the beauty of these gentle giants. And in the unlikely event your tour doesn’t spot a whale, get a complimentary return cruise, guaranteeing you’ll see these beautiful marine creatures. Immerse yourself in the splendor of whale watching in Sydney Harbour as you create memories to cherish for a lifetime.

Includes

  • 2 hour and 45 minute whale watching excursion
  • Live informative commentary
  • Licensed bar onboard
  • Spacious decks and comfortable seating
  • Optimal views
  • Complimentary coffee, tea, and hot chocolate

Not suitable for

  • Wheelchair users

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Meeting point

Meet at Circular Quay the Eastern Pontoon, check-in booth is located along the promenade walkway halfway between Ferry Wharf No.2 and the Sydney Opera House.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Warm clothing
  • Weather-appropriate clothing

Know before you go

  • Passengers must arrive 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time
  • After this time, the provider reserves the right to resell the seats. Late passengers will not receive a refund
  • As an open-water cruise, you will experience wave motions
  • If you're prone to seasickness or uncertain about your sea legs, we highly recommend considering over-the-counter sea sickness tablets before our cruise for a more comfortable experience
  • Please follow the instructions and consult with a healthcare professional if needed
  • The tour operator guarantees whale sightings
  • In the unlikely event that a whale is not spotted on your cruise, you will receive a complimentary return trip valid for 12 months
  • This is subject to availability, please contact the provider for more information
  • This tour will operate in all weather conditions, including the rain
  • If you would like to reschedule due to the weather, please contact the provider 24 hours in advance and your booking will be rescheduled

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.3 /5

based on 760 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    2/5
  • Transportation
    4.5/5
  • Value for money
    4.4/5

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Canelle – France12 November 2024  – Verified booking
It was an amazing experience ! A magical moment when everyone was silent, waiting for a whale to appear... and we were lucky we saw them many times (on November 12th). We even get to see dolphins. The crew staff was really nice, giving us some explanation and information. On our way back we were able to get some tea/coffe/hot chocolate. If you tend to be sick on sea... be careful or ready, because it's moving a looooot. Only sad point comes from some other people on the boat, who think they're the only one and rush/push to get to see better the animals... But I totally recommend !! I loved it !
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GetYourGuide traveler – Australia15 November 2024  – Verified booking
Great value for money. Saw whales even though it was the end of the season. The crew tried hard to get us as close as possible and to get the best views which was great. Alongside this we got great views of Sydney Opera house + Bridge which was great.
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Iga – United Arab Emirates24 October 2024  – Verified booking
The boat was late. We had to show up 30 mins before activity to have spot secured, plus time of boat being late resulted in almost 1 hour waiting in a queue in the sun. There is no shade, no umbrellas etc. That was uncomfortable. They should just update us of boat late arrival and tell us to come later on, instead of having to unnecessarily queue one person after another in burning sun without any shade. - Whales were amazing, spectacular creatures, they were showing up unexpectedly so you need to keep an eye on the water. Absolutely beautiful creatures. - I really appreciate that guide mentioned whale hunting and overfishing. Super important. Sadly some people can’t connect dots and after whale watching went for fish/seafood lunch. - I also appreciate guide mentioning littering the ocean and talking about those problems Thank you
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Product ID: 691416

Activity provider:Sydney Harbour Attractions

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