Highlights
- Cruise beyond Sydney Harbour in search of migrating humpback whales
- Book with confidence thanks to a 95% whale sighting guarantee
- Enjoy expert commentary on whale behaviour and migration
- Watch for breaches, tail slaps, dolphins, seals and seabirds
- Relax indoors or take in the views from outdoor viewing areas
Description
Experience one of Sydney’s most incredible seasonal wildlife encounters on a whale watching cruise from Sydney Harbour.
Cruise beyond the harbour entrance in search of migrating humpback whales as they travel along the Pacific coast between May and November. With up to 15,000 whales passing Sydney each year, this open-water cruise offers the chance to witness unforgettable whale activity, from tail slaps and pectoral fin waves to spectacular breaches.
Enjoy expert commentary throughout the cruise as you learn more about whale migration, behaviour and the marine life found along Sydney’s coastline. Along the way, you may also spot dolphins, seals, fairy penguins, albatross and other seabirds.
Whale sightings are 95% guaranteed. In the unlikely event that no whales are sighted, you can cruise again in the same season for free, on a standby basis and confirmed 24 hours in advance, subject to availability.
Important: From 20 July to 28 August 2026, due to NSW Maritime wharf upgrades, this cruise will depart from Commissioner’s Steps.
Includes
2.5-hour whale watching cruise from Sydney Harbour
Expert commentary throughout the cruise
95% whale sighting guarantee
Indoor all-weather lounge
Outdoor viewing areas
Chance to spot whales, dolphins, seals, albatross and other marine life
Excludes
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Personal expenses
Parking
Important Information
- Infants aged 0–3 years are not recommended for this cruise
- Child fares are available for children aged 4–15 years. A minimum of one supervising adult is required for every four children
- This cruise operates subject to weather conditions and operational requirements
- If cancelled by the provider, your cruise will be rescheduled or refunded
- Whale and wildlife sightings are nature-dependent and may vary from cruise to cruise
- This is an open-water cruise and sea motion may be experienced. We recommend eating lightly before and during the cruise. Travel sickness tablets are generally most effective when taken before departure
- Please dress according to the weather, as it can feel colder at sea
- Smoking is not permitted onboard
- Please phone the reconfirmation hotline from 7:00 am on the morning of your cruise
- Important: From 20 July to 28 August 2026, due to NSW Maritime wharf upgrades, this cruise will depart from Commissioner’s Steps at Circular Quay
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
