Byron Bay Whale Watching Cruise

Embark on the only whale-watching cruise to depart from The Pass beach in Byron Bay, offering the fastest route to the path of migrating humpback whales, plus dolphins, turtles, and sea birds. Travel with a small group of no more than 12 on a vessel specially designed for marine life spotting, equipped with underwater viewing devices and a hydrophone to listen to whale songs. Whale sighting is guaranteed—if you don’t see one, take another cruise for free!

Whale watching tours are offered between June and October each year. The trips are small and personalised with a maximum of 8 customers per tour and take around 3 hours from start to finish. The migration route of the Australian east coast Humpback whale brings them in such close proximity to Byron Bay’s Cape Byron it is likely you will encounter several whales during your tour. This also allows quick access to the waters used by migrating humpback whales.Therefore there are no long boat rides to and from whale watching sites and your whale watching adventure begins immediately. The whale watching guides will impart interesting facts about the migrating whales as well as Cape Byron Marine Park’s many other sea creatures including dolphins, sea turtles and many different species of sea bird. Each of Whale watching vessels is equipped with a hydrophone so you can listen to the Humpback whales amazing whale song.

Cancellation Policy: standard

Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours

Cancellation Notes: If you cancel within 2 days of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Minimum age of 5 years old. Not suitable for anyone under 5 years old
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Subject to favourable weather conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date and time or full refund
Please dress appropriately (must wear shorts or trousers you can roll up above the knees, as you will get your feet wet getting on board the vessel)
Please bring a spray jacket (required) to keep dry and wear a warm layer underneath
All participants will be required to complete a health questionnaire prior to the whale-watching tour
Wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative date and time or full refund.
COVID-19 Vaccination - All members of your booking will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 with an approved COVID-19 Vaccination or have a medical or age exemption to enter the dive centre.
Most travelers can participate
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers