Sightseeing Cruises

Premium Whale Watching Cruise by SeaWorld

4.7/5(91)

Caine K

Family

Verified booking

3 days ago

Went out on whale watching was a rough day, got to see couple whales but wasn't enough apparently, so we got given vouchers for another round, awesome crew couldn't ask for anything better thank you so much.

Darko P

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

The whale watching was great, and the captain and the crew were superb. The only issue is limited standing room at the front of the boat, and maybe phone recording etiquette from patrons holding their phones up above their heads and blocking views. This made me go to the back of the boat, but there I got a bit sick from smelling the diesel fumes.

Eunice B

Couple

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

The Premium Whale watching was exciting. We had a rather rocky but well controlled ride. Captain was great. Very engaging and informative. We were safe. Managed to see a mother and baby whale.

Janet A

Solo

Verified booking

Sep 2026

The staff were friendly and helpful. I found out many interesting facts about whales in Australian waters. We saw about 6 whales including mothers and their calves. It was great.

Akanksha B

Solo

Verified booking

Aug 2026

The weather forecast was bad today and the sea was really choppy, but the crew members were amazing. They tried their best to make sure we don't get affected much. Also, helped the people with sea sickness. They do provide with the sea sickness tablets before the the cruise starts so I highly recommend taking if you have even slightest doubt of nausea. As for the whale sighting, we got to see them within few minutes of entering the open waters and followed them through out their mating call. Pure bliss to see whales courting!

Donna S

Couple

Verified booking

Jul 2026

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.

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
Humpback & Minke Whale Sightings
Wildlife Sightings

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Darko P
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
The whale watching was great, and the captain and the crew were superb. The only issue is limited standing room at the front of the boat, and maybe phone recording etiquette from patrons holding their phones up above their heads and blocking views. This made me go to the back of the boat, but there I got a bit sick from smelling the diesel fumes.
Caine K
Family
Verified booking
3 days ago
Went out on whale watching was a rough day, got to see couple whales but wasn't enough apparently, so we got given vouchers for another round, awesome crew couldn't ask for anything better thank you so much.
Eunice B
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
The Premium Whale watching was exciting. We had a rather rocky but well controlled ride. Captain was great. Very engaging and informative. We were safe. Managed to see a mother and baby whale.
Azra B
Family
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Crew captain wayne was amazing, boat was great ans they made sure we got to see whales
Peter K
Family
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Seeing all of the whales. Enjoying such a great show

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.