Sydney Whale Watching Cruise from Circular Quay
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August 2026
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What you can expect
Watch humpback whales breaching off the coast of Sydney this whale-watching season. Departing from Circular Quay, enjoy sights of iconic Sydney landmarks such as the Opera House and Harbour Bridge as you head to the open water. This cruise only takes 20 minutes to reach the open ocean giving you more time for whale spotting. Expert guides will share fascinating insights into whale behaviour, some of which you may witness first-hand. Don't miss the opportunity to see these gentle giants next time you're in Sydney.
Location
What you need to know
- Live commentary
- Snacks and drinks available for purchase onboard
- Licensed bar onboard
- Spacious decks and comfortable seating
- Optimal views
- Please arrive 30 minute prior to departure to check in
- This experience operates between the 17th of May to 10th of November 2025
- This experience has a duration of 2 hours and 45 minutes
- Meet at Circular Quay the Eastern Pontoon, check-in booth is located along the promenade walkway halfway between Ferry Wharf No.2 and the Sydney Opera House. Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your departure time
- Please bring/wear jumpers, sweaters, thick layers
- Passengers must arrive 30 minutes prior to departure to ensure the vessel departs on time. After this time, the provider reserves the right to resell the seats
- The provider guarantees whale sightings. In the unlikely event that a whale is not spotted on your cruise, you will receive a complimentary return trip valid for 12 months. Note: this is subject to availability. Please contact the provider for more information
- You may experience seasickness. It is strongly recommended you eat lightly and take travel sickness tablets prior to the cruise
- This tour will operate if it rains as the vessel has indoor and outdoor areas. Nonetheless, the provider may cancel due to inclement weather (generally defined as precipitation greater than a drizzle, wind, and swell conditions). In the unlikely event this occurs, the provider will attempt to reschedule the cruise at no extra cost or offer a compensatory voucher
- This vessel is not wheelchair accessible
- 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
Recent reviews
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It was fun to watch Whale, as i have never experience such thing before it was great to have the oppurtunity.
It was my first time watching it and it was awesomme to see the creature. First I was worried that I will get sea sick and ruin the fun. But i enjoyed it thoroughlly. I will sure buy this again when some visitors come to do something fun in Sydney.
