Sightseeing Cruises

Premium Whale Watching Cruise by SeaWorld

Duration

2 hrs 30 mins

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Guided tour

4.8/5(48)

Donna S

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

The whole experience was wonderful. The captain and staff were fantastic. We saw quite a few whales. We had a seat on the top deck, a 360 degree view. Going again next month. Would recommend it highly to everyone.

Christine B

Couple

Verified booking

Jun 2026

It was amazing and the crew were great with explaining things and pointing out where the whales were when we found them. It was pretty rough out on the water, which we did get a message before hand about and were also asked if we still wanted to go out, of course I said yes because it was my birthday and I was hoping to see whales, which we did. My son did great for half the trip but sickness got the better of him even after after a sea sickness pill and have the band on as well. But was a great day out and will be doing again soon

Set out on a 2.5-hour whale watching cruise off the Gold Coast and watch migrating whales breach, surface, and splash in their natural habitat.

Listen to live commentary from a marine naturalist guide as you learn about whale behaviour, migration patterns, and the surrounding marine ecosystem.

Use onboard hydrophones and underwater cameras when conditions allow to hear whale sounds and see activity beneath the surface.

Explore interactive onboard displays and cruise with confidence thanks to the whale sighting guarantee, which includes a free return cruise if no whales are spotted.

Upgrade your experience with a 1-day SeaWorld pass and continue your day with access to marine exhibits, rides, and attractions at SeaWorld.

2.5-hour whale-watching cruise

Live commentary by a marine naturalist guide

Access to hydrophones & underwater cameras

Interactive displays

Sighting guarantee [Get a free return cruise if no whales are spotted]

1-day SeaWorld pass [as per option selected]

TOTAL DURATION2 hours 30 minutes
FREQUENCYFive times a day
MODE OF TRANSFERBoat
1 Boarding point
Sea World Cruises Terminal
Get direction
Sights covered
Safety Briefing & Live Commentary

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Donna S
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
The whole experience was wonderful. The captain and staff were fantastic. We saw quite a few whales. We had a seat on the top deck, a 360 degree view. Going again next month. Would recommend it highly to everyone.
Margaret C
Solo
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Seeing lots of humpbacks - breaching, surfacing and blowing out their air. Staff were great. The swell was bigger than I expected but it was fun and a good workout for you legs and balance. It was wonderful.
Kay H
Group
Verified booking
3 days ago
Commentary was fun and informative. Friendly crew too who were very engaging. Saw loads of whales and the whole eperience didn't feel rushed at all. Highly recommend if you're on the Goldie!
Malin M
Group
Verified booking
2 days ago
The crew was top notch. The safety and the boat also got top marks. It was magical to see these whales from the boat. Highly recommend this tour. Malin from Sweden
Sharon R
Group
Verified booking
3 days ago
All staff were very friendly and obviously love there jobs. Boat was nice and well kept. Very knowledgeable about the whales

Watch whales off the Gold Coast on a 2.5-hour Sea World cruise, with marine naturalist commentary and a whale-sighting guarantee.

Getting started

Begin your experience at the Sea World Cruises Terminal at Main Beach, where you board the vessel for your 2.5-hour whale-watching cruise. Settle into your seat and get oriented with the onboard interactive displays as the crew runs through safety information. Your marine naturalist guide then starts sharing insights into local whale behavior as the boat heads out to sea.

What to expect

During your cruise, you look for migrating whales in the waters off the Gold Coast while learning about marine life from your guide.

Features

Whale-watching cruise: Join a 2.5-hour whale-watching cruise, giving you time to watch whales in their natural environment off the coast.

Marine naturalist commentary: Hear live commentary from a marine naturalist guide, who explains whale behaviors, migration patterns, and the broader marine ecosystem.

Hydrophones & underwater cameras: Use access to hydrophones and underwater cameras when conditions allow, so you can listen to whale sounds and see below the surface.

Interactive displays: Explore interactive displays on board that help you understand whale biology, identification, and conservation.

Whale sighting guarantee: Benefit from a whale sighting guarantee: if no whales are sighted on your cruise, you receive a free return cruise valid for 12 months.

Wrapping up

After the vessel returns to the Sea World Cruises Terminal and you disembark, your experience concludes. If you selected the option that includes a 1-day SeaWorld pass, you can then use that pass for entry to SeaWorld on a day specified by your ticket.

What to bring

Clothing and essentials: Bring your jacket, hats, sunscreen, sunglasses, seasickness medicines, and light snacks for this experience.

Footwear: It is recommended to wear fully covered footwear with a suitable grip, such as sneakers or deck shoes.

Accessibility

Wheelchair access: This experience is wheelchair accessible.

Prams and strollers: This experience is not pram or stroller accessible.

Ramps: Ramps are available at the venue for easy access.

Health advisory: Pregnant women and guests with a pre-existing medical condition or recent hospital visit must consult a doctor before booking.

Assistance dogs: Your guide dog is welcome onboard.

Additional information

Whale sighting guarantee: In the event that no whales are sighted during your cruise, you will get a free return cruise valid for 12 months.

Departure point: The cruise departs from Sea World Cruises Terminal, Main Beach.