Jervis Bay Wild Whale Watching Cruise
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4.7/5(30)
Susan C
Pauline T
Michael P
Deb C
Leana N
Angelina C
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Glide through Jervis Bay's turquoise waters twice daily, watching 40-ton Humpback and Southern Right whales breach just meters from your vessel during their May-November migration.
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Experience whale behavior from multiple vantage points—feel the spray as they breach above water, then watch their graceful underwater movements through viewing windows and live camera feeds.
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Sail past the powder-white sands of Hyams Beach, beneath the towering 90-meter cliffs of Point Perpendicular, and alongside the dramatic rock formations of Booderee's "Hole in the Wall."
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Gain insider knowledge from marine experts who'll identify different whale behaviors, explain migration patterns, and answer all your burning questions about these magnificent creatures.
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2-hour whale-watching cruise in Jervis Bay
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Live English commentary
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- Sydney transfers
You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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227010What our guests say
PPauline T
FamilyVerified booking2 weeks ago5/5Beautiful bay to cruise out on. Beautiful weather, nice swell to keep Cat Bayou rocking. Friendly crew with interesting info about the bay, fish life, military at HMAS Crewsell etc. Beautiful breeze put white horses everywhere across the bay. On whale watch we saw dolphins; on dolphin watch we saw whales. Plenty of surprises and very VERY enjoyable.MMichael P
GroupVerified bookingOct 20265/5Although we didn't see any whales or dolphins, the captain took us along the coastline to point out key beaches, flora and fauna that exists in the area.SSusan C
FamilyVerified bookingOct 20265/5The whale watching cruise was an amazing experience from the moment I was greeted at the wharf. The staff were very friendly as they welcomed us onboard. We were taken to a place where the whales had been spotted. Soon there they were mums and calves frolicking in the water. Breaching and putting on a wonderful show. They swam up to the boat as we followed their movements. When we had to turn back to shore we discovered a pod of dolphins who also played and leapt out of the water to our delight. We were treated to a magnificent show. Weather was perfect! 10 out of 10 for the cruise and crew from Headout Jervis BayDDeb C
FamilyVerified bookingOct 20264/5The cruiise itself was fabulous, we saw a number of active whales; thte staff were friendly and professional. The booking itself didn't go smoothly- the time was wrong- as in there was no schedueld cruise for the time we were booked in for which was annoying and stressful! Once I contacted the actual Jervis Bay Cruise office it was sorted and we got to enjoy our cruise. I would be very particular and htoroughly check who I ma booking wiht next time as I had thought it was teh office itself but it turned out to be through a booking agent in another country.MMatthew M
CoupleVerified bookingOct 20265/5The flexibility of the captain of the ship,,,his willingness to try to locate whales,,,so glad he did. What great sittings. Amazing.
Your experience
Your experience
Getting started
Arrive at Jervis Bay Wild Cruise Terminal, Huskisson, at least 15 minutes before departure. Present your e-voucher at check-in, then board our purpose-built vessel for a brief safety briefing before you set sail.
What to expect
Jervis Bay lies just over a 2½-hour drive south of Sydney CBD in a protected marine sanctuary. Between May and November, Humpback and Southern Right whales migrate through these calm, turquoise waters—often accompanied by curious calves. On your 2-hour voyage, you’ll:
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Witness spectacular displays: breaching, tail-slaps, and close approaches.
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Spot resident bottlenose dolphins riding our bow wake.
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Photograph panoramic coastlines: white-sand beaches, sea cliffs, and secret coves.
Vessel highlights
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Underwater viewing windows: Peer through reinforced portholes as whales and dolphins glide beneath the hull.
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Live submersible camera: Watch a real-time feed of marine life on deck-mounted screens.
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360° observation decks: Multiple open-air platforms give you unobstructed views and perfect photo angles.
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Know before you go
What to bring
- Bring a warm jacket or scarf, sunglasses, sunscreen, a water bottle, a hat, and your camera for this experience.
What's not allowed
- This experience is not recommended for pregnant people or people with back problems or serious medical conditions.
Accessibility
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This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
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Your service animals are allowed on this experience.
Additional information
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Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
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This is a seasonal experience, available only from May to November.
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Please note, Jervis Bay is just over a 2.5-hour drive south of Sydney CBD.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Please arrive at the boarding point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the boarding point.
Boarding point
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Board your cruise at Jervis Bay Wild.
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Address: 15 Field St, Huskisson NSW 2540, Australia .
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