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Gold Coast Whale Watching Cruise - 2.5 Hours
Seasonal
Highlights & inclusions
Admire panoramic Gold Coast scenery
Sip coffee, tea and hot chocolate
Learn from an onboard marine biologist
Relax aboard Sun Goddess yacht
Spot dolphins and sea turtles
Witness migrating humpback whales
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$185.00AUD
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What you can expect
Take in the stunning Gold Coast from the water on a two-hour and 30-minute whale watching cruise aboard the spacious Sun Goddess yacht. From May to November, follow the annual humpback whale migration along the Australian East Coast while enjoying panoramic coastal scenery, complimentary morning tea and expert commentary from an onboard marine biologist.
With generous viewing areas and a welcoming crew, this outing is a fantastic way for visitors and locals to connect with the region’s marine life. Keep an eye out for dolphins and sea turtles as you head offshore for remarkable whale encounters and a memorable day on the Gold Coast.
Location
What you need to know
- Two-hour and 30-minute whale watching cruise
- Coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and light refreshments
- Dedicated and professional staff
- Expert commentary from a marine biologist
- Whale watching season runs from 29 May to 1 November.
- Morning sessions board at 8.30am for a 9am departure; return at 11.30am
- Afternoon sessions board at 11.30am for a 12pm departure; return at 2.30pm
- This experience is two hours and 30 minutes in duration.
- This experience departs from Marine Stadium Jetty and Pontoon, Main Beach, QLD 4217.
- A warm jacket and sunglasses are recommended.
- This is a seasonal experience
- Whale sighting guarantee; free return cruise if no whales are sighted
- Child tickets apply to ages three to 13 years
- Infants under three travel free and must be included when booking
- If prone to seasickness, take medication 30 minutes before boarding
- Crew cannot provide seasickness medication
- No outside food or drinks permitted onboard
- Participants in their third trimester of pregnancy must advise at booking
- Strollers are not permitted on whale watching cruises
- Prams and strollers can be stored at the jetty
- This experience is not wheelchair accessible
- A similar vessel may be substituted if required
- A $20 administration fee applies to cancellations and changes
- Change your booking up to 48 hours before the start time of your experience
- Changes are not permitted within 48 hours of your experience
- Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
- Mobile Vouchers are accepted! - Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
- We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
