Sydney Whale Watching Cruise
About this activity
Highlights
- Cruise past Sydney Opera House
- Spot humpback and southern right whales
- Enjoy panoramic harbor views
- Learn from expert naturalist guides
- Relax with complimentary refreshments
Full description
Included / Excluded
- 2-hour guided whale-watching cruise
- Expert naturalist commentary
- Complimentary light refreshments
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting point
Start Location
Circular Quay Wharf 6, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
Important information
Know before you book
- Cruise operates seasonally from May to November.
- Children under 4 years old can join for free if seated on a parent's lap.
- Wheelchair accessibility is limited; please contact the operator for specific arrangements.
Know before you go
- Dress in layers to accommodate changing weather conditions.
- Bring a camera to capture the breathtaking scenery and wildlife.
- Arrive at Circular Quay at least 15 minutes before departure.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Stroller Accessible
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Please dress appropriately and wear warm clothing. It will often feel cooler at sea
- If you are susceptible to travel sickness, please bring the relevant medication
- Whale Guarantee: If a whale is not sighted during your cruise, you'll be given the opportunity to cruise again for free within the same season
- Reconfirmation Hotline - Call +61-2-8062 3623 from 7.15am on the day of your cruise to confirm the cruise is going ahead. Cruises may be cancelled subject to weather conditions.
- Whale Watching Child Policy: Infants 0-3 years are not recommended. Child fare available for Children 4-15 years. Minimum of one supervising adult for every four children is required.
Traveler reviews
Amazing afternoon
Even with the weather the staff were friendly and helpful and very cheerful. Was such a pleasant experience. Was amazing thank you
Very disappointing, poor VFM
We only saw spray spouts, no sonar used, so no accurate positioning of the vessel. We seemed to be aimlessly seeking sightings, without much luck. Previous tours in NZ provided great viewings, even a "flute" from a hump back, along with a pod of pilot whales (50+) next to the boat - this was with the sonar as a tool, plus skilled mariners manning the boat.
Great and successful...
Great and successful trip, weather was beautiful and we had a great time! Peronnel was extremely knowledgeable and friendly!
Only go with perfect weather
The swells were 12’ + and raining. The tour should’ve been canceled. More than half the passengers were sick almost 20 mins into the tour. They didn’t turn back until one passenger became so ill that it became a medical emergency and finally turned back. The operator refused to give a refund and we never got to experience the tour. Very disappointed.
We had beautiful weather...
We had beautiful weather and were fortunate to see some whales. The guides were lovely and very informative.