Gold Coast Whale Watching Cruise - Book Now | Experience Oz

Departing from Sea World on the Gold Coast, this is one of Australia’s premier whale watching experiences. Join marine experts for a close encounter with majestic Humpback Whales aboard one of Australia’s newest and luxurious whale watching vessels. Within minutes of the Gold Coast, cruise to the ‘Humpback Highway’ and spy on the world’s largest animals from 6 spacious viewing platforms from sea level to the sundeck with a spectacular backdrop of the Surfers Paradise skyline. During the cruise learn more about these fascinating marine creatures and listen to unique whale songs live with an underwater microphone on board.

The Gold Coast whale watching season runs from early June to November and whale watching cruises will depart daily from the Sea World Cruises Main Beach Terminal at 9am, 12pm and 3pm. Enjoy an early morning cruise before a day of activities on the Gold Coast or relax and sleep in with late afternoon departures available. If your whale watching cruise fails to sight a whale then an alternative date will be offered.

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Inclusions

• Whale Watching Tour -

• Up to 2.5 hour Whale Watch Cruise
• VIP Captains Club Access
• Complimentary refreshments and snacks.
• In the unlikely event your tour fails to see a whale you will receive a free return cruise voucher

Highlights

• Watch the Humpback Whales at play against the spectacular backdrop of Surfers Paradise
• Knowledgeable crew
• Purpose-built luxury whale watching vessel
• Onboard whale presentations
• Uninterrupted grandstand views from 6 spacious viewing platforms

Time

• Tours depart daily during the season (29 May - 7 November) at 9am, 12pm and 3pm.

Departure Location

• Departing from the Sea World Cruises Main Beach Terminal, located in the car park outside of Sea World, 130 Seaworld Drive, Main Beach

What To Bring

• Camera
• Sunscreen
• Hat
• Binoculars
• Warm clothes
• Flat shoes
• Seasickness remedy if required

Additional Information

• Infants and children are welcome with responsible adult supervision.
• Guaranteed sightings or we will provide you with an alternative date

Terms And Conditions

• Booking changes and cancellations are available without penalty up to 24 hours before departure. Within 24 hours, 100% of the fare is forfeited. For groups of 10 or more, 72 hours notice is required.
• All cruises are weather, minimum passenger number, and Queensland Health advisory dependent
• In the unlikely event of a cancellation by the operator, you will be provided with a full refund (excluding gift vouchers) or a 12-month credit to use towards another cruise
• The operator reserves the right to substitute the vessel or change the itinerary without notice
• All return times are approximate
• Conditions of Travel may vary if you have booked with a travel agent as your booking is subject to their terms and conditions
• For more information, please visit the operator's website
• Due to Covid-19 and government regulations, some tours may operate with reduced capacity. Should your booking be impacted by this, the operator will move your booking to an alternative tour or time

Cancellation Policy

• Change your booking up to 48 hours before the start time of your experience
• Changes are not permitted within 48 hours of your experience
• Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience

Booking Information

• Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
• Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
• Mobile Vouchers are accepted! - Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
• For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
• Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
• Prices are seasonal and are constantly changing. The from price displayed may not always be the price you are going to pay, as once you click on your specified date, the price will change to reflect the price for that date/season. Please note that in some cases where you cannot click on a date to obtain the price, please call us so we can assist you
• Sea World Cruises Whale Watching will not provide a refund of any kind to passengers if a tour fails to sight a whale, in the unlikely event your tour fails to see a whale you will receive a free return cruise voucher.