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Whale Watching

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime kind of experience of whale-watching across the Australian waters. Witness humpback whales, in their element, playing in the water or slapping their majestic tails in the air. While you are at it, make use of the waterfront deck cafe, bar, and gift shop, all available onboard.

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Whale Watching
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Whale breaching near a cruise ship on a whale watching tour with city skyline in the background.
Tourists photographing a whale from a cruise deck in the ocean.
Whale watching cruise boat on Gold Coast with passengers on deck.
Whale swimming underwater in a close-up view.
Whale fin emerging near cruise ship on ocean tour.
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Tourists photographing a whale from a cruise deck.
Group of dolphins swimming underwater in clear blue ocean.
Whale watching cruise near Gold Coast skyline with professional photographer onboard.
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2 hr 30 min
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  • Enjoy a 2.5-hour whale watching cruise, complete with engaging live insights from a marine naturalist.

  • See humpback whales leap and glide through the water, sometimes right next to your vessel.

  • Hear live whale calls through onboard hydrophones and see underwater footage on screen.

  • Take it all in from open decks with unobstructed views of bottlenose dolphins and other marine life.

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  • Enjoy a 2.5-hour whale watching cruise, complete with engaging live insights from a marine naturalist.

  • See humpback whales leap and glide through the water, sometimes right next to your vessel.

  • Hear live whale calls through onboard hydrophones and see underwater footage on screen.

  • Take it all in from open decks with unobstructed views of bottlenose dolphins and other marine life.

from
AU$89
Whale breaching near Spirit of Gold Coast boat during 2.5-hour whale watching cruise.
Whale breaching near Gold Coast, Australia, showcasing marine wildlife tour experience.
Woman observing whales on a 2.5-hour Spirit of Gold Coast cruise in Australia.
Whales breaching near a boat during a 2.5-hour whale watching cruise with Spirit of Gold Coast.
Whales breaching near boat on 2.5-hour Whale Watching Cruise with Spirit of Gold Coast.
Whale breaching near boat on 2.5-hour Whale Watching Cruise with Spirit of Gold Coast.
Whale breaching near boat during 2.5-hour Whale Watching Cruise with Spirit of Gold Coast.
Complimentary tea and coffee during the experience
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2 hr 30 min
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  • Set out on a 2.5-hour whale-watching cruise aboard a 24m catamaran with live commentary by a marine biologist
  • Get front-row views of migrating humpbacks breaching, tail-slapping, and swimming alongside their calves.
  • Relax on spacious upper and lower decks with complimentary tea and biscuits or drinks purchased from the fully licensed bar onboard.

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  • Set out on a 2.5-hour whale-watching cruise aboard a 24m catamaran with live commentary by a marine biologist
  • Get front-row views of migrating humpbacks breaching, tail-slapping, and swimming alongside their calves.
  • Relax on spacious upper and lower decks with complimentary tea and biscuits or drinks purchased from the fully licensed bar onboard.
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AU$74
Whale breaching near boat during Gold Coast whale watching tour, Australia.
Whales breaching near Gold Coast during a whale watching tour.
Whale breaching near boat on Gold Coast whale watching tour, Australia.
Whale breaching near boat on Gold Coast whale watching tour.
Whale breaching near boat on Gold Coast whale watching tour, Australia.
Whales breaching near Gold Coast during a whale watching tour.
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2 hr 30 min
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  • Spend 2.5 hours off the Gold Coast spotting whales, guided by fun and informative live commentary.

  • Watch humpback whales leap, breach, and glide through the ocean just metres from the boat.

  • Take it all in from open viewing spots that keep you close to the action with uninterrupted views of the sea and other marine life.

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  • Spend 2.5 hours off the Gold Coast spotting whales, guided by fun and informative live commentary.

  • Watch humpback whales leap, breach, and glide through the ocean just metres from the boat.

  • Take it all in from open viewing spots that keep you close to the action with uninterrupted views of the sea and other marine life.

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AU$88
Guests relaxing on the top deck, buffet dinner cruise, Gold Coast
Sea World Cruises cruise ship in the waters of Gold Coast
A group enjoying a buffet dinner cruise in Gold Coast
The view of Gold Coast from the water during the dinner buffet cruise
Live entertainment on the buffet dinner cruise, Gold Coast
King prawns buffet dinner cruise, Gold Coast
Buffet dinner cruise on Gold Coast featuring a seasonal fruit platter.
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2 hr 30 min
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  • Take in iconic Gold Coast landmarks on a 2.5-hour cruise complete with a buffet dinner and entertaining live commentary.

  • Enjoy a chef-crafted buffet featuring local seasonal produce, followed by a platter of fresh fruit and a selection of desserts.

  • Relax in the air-conditioned lower deck or open-air top deck with 360° views of Surfers Paradise, Marina Mirage, & more.

  • Enjoy live performances by talented local musicians, setting the perfect mood as you dine and take in the city lights.

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  • Take in iconic Gold Coast landmarks on a 2.5-hour cruise complete with a buffet dinner and entertaining live commentary.

  • Enjoy a chef-crafted buffet featuring local seasonal produce, followed by a platter of fresh fruit and a selection of desserts.

  • Relax in the air-conditioned lower deck or open-air top deck with 360° views of Surfers Paradise, Marina Mirage, & more.

  • Enjoy live performances by talented local musicians, setting the perfect mood as you dine and take in the city lights.

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AU$129
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Whale breaching near boat during Gold Coast whale watching tour, Australia.
Whales breaching near Gold Coast during a whale watching tour.
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Hot air balloon passengers enjoying a scenic sunset view over a city landscape.
Whale breaching near boat on Gold Coast whale watching tour, Australia.
Whale breaching near boat on Gold Coast whale watching tour.
Whales breaching near Gold Coast during a whale watching tour.
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Group enjoying a hot air balloon flight over a cityscape at sunrise.
Group enjoying a hot air balloon flight over a cityscape with optional transfers.
Group enjoying a hot air balloon flight over scenic landscape with optional transfers.
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2 hr 30 min
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  • Soar over the Gold Coast at sunrise and cruise alongside whales in one easy combo with two unforgettable experiences.

  • Enjoy a 60-minute hot air balloon flight with views of golden beaches, green hills, and cityscapes. Round-trip transfers from Queensland and a digital photo package are included.

  • Set out on a 2.5-hour whale watching cruise along the Humpback Highway with open-air viewing decks, live commentary, and a sighting guarantee—get a free return voucher if no whales are spotted.

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  • Soar over the Gold Coast at sunrise and cruise alongside whales in one easy combo with two unforgettable experiences.

  • Enjoy a 60-minute hot air balloon flight with views of golden beaches, green hills, and cityscapes. Round-trip transfers from Queensland and a digital photo package are included.

  • Set out on a 2.5-hour whale watching cruise along the Humpback Highway with open-air viewing decks, live commentary, and a sighting guarantee—get a free return voucher if no whales are spotted.

from AU$485
AU$460.75

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