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Sydney Express Whale Watching Cruise

Whale breaching near Sydney coastline during a whale watching tour.
Whale watching tour with a humpback whale breaching near a boat.
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Whale watching tour boat in Sydney harbor with tourists observing a breaching whale.

Duration

2 hrs

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start of your experience

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    • Set out on a 2-hour express whale-watching cruise with live commentary from a marine naturalist.

    • Enjoy prime sightings of humpback whales breaching, slapping tails, and nurturing their young calves.

    • Take in expansive ocean views from large outdoor decks with complimentary tea and coffee included.

    • 2-hour express whale-watching cruise
    • Live commentary by marine naturalist
    • Access to outdoor viewing decks
    • Access to hydrophone onboard
    • Complimentary tea & coffee
    • Sighting guarantee (Get a free return cruise, if no whales spotted)
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • Join this 2-hour express whale watching cruise from Circular Quay, featuring live marine naturalist commentary, hydrophone access, and complimentary tea & coffee.

    Getting started

    Board at Wharf 6, Circular Quay, and meet your friendly crew and marine naturalist guide. Settle in comfortably on a spacious vessel designed for quick transit to the open ocean.

    What to expect

    • Settle in & enjoy: Enjoy complimentary tea and coffee as your guide shares fascinating insights about humpback whales and their migration.
    • Spot the whales: Watch migrating humpbacks breaching, tail slapping, and nurturing calves, enhanced by underwater sounds you can hear through the onboard hydrophone.
    • Relax & take in the views: Explore three outdoor viewing decks with ocean views, or relax inside spacious seating areas as you cruise swiftly to prime whale-watching locations.
  • What to bring

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

    Accessibility

    • This experience is wheelchair accessible.

    Additional information

    • Please note that the cruise vessel is subject to change without notice
    • The cruise departs from Wharf 6, Circular Quay.
    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Please arrive at the boarding point 30 mins before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the boarding point.

    Boarding point

    • Board your cruise at Circular Quay Wharf 6.

    • Address: Sydney NSW 2000, Australia .

    Get directions to the boarding point

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