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Sydney's Best Whale Watching Cruises
Whale Watching Sydney offers one of the best whale watching experiences in Australia. Our passionate crew have over 25 years of experience aboard our custom-built fleet of vessels, which means you'll be in good hands to see nature's beauty with your very eyes.
Sydney’s best whale watching cruise, combining high speed with 2 levels of viewing decks onboard a custom built, large catamaran. Only 15min to the ocean from Circular Quay.
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The 2.5hr Adventure Cruise on Totally Wild is one of Sydney’s most thrilling high-speed whale watching experiences perfect for thrill seekers wanting an adrenaline rush.
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No need to travel into Sydney for your whale watching cruise with local departures from the Central Coast at Palm Beach and Ettalong Beach (Free transfer). On weekends during school holidays.
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Our quickest cruise for your convenience. Reach the open ocean in only 20min from Circular Quay. Watch whales in comfort from the seated sun deck, covered rear deck or air-conditioned internal saloon. Perfect for first time whale watchers.
We’re excited to partner with Capella Sydney to launch a package designed for families seeking a unique blend of luxury accommodation and adventure during the current whale-watching season.
Why come with us?
30 Years Experience
Full commentary from experienced Marine Naturalists or Scientists to guide you through the cruise.
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Get a free return trip if you don’t see whales on your first cruise. How it works.
10-15min to the ocean
Don’t waste hours traveling to the whales and back. Minimal time in the harbour, maximum time with whales.
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Lots of humpback whales spotted today, some whales going north and others going south 🐋
This morning on our 3-hour Discovery cruise we came across a pod of 2 humpback whales cruising along the coast just near Bondi beach, we said hello then we decided to go for a wander up north and just a few kilometres of Manly beach we discovered a large pod of 5 humpback whales stirring the water with they're strong tails and splashing about - we believe the pod to be a competing pod of males following behind a fully grown female!
Wow! Today was a breathtaking day onboard our 3hr Discovery cruise!
We had many tail slaps, pectoral slaps, tail throws and breaches!
Conditions were amazing today with soft seas and a warm sunny day to our enjoyment, and as you can see to humpback whales enjoyment as well.
Majority of humpback whales are still on their northern migration but we managed to spot a few whales already on their southern migration - so think of it like a 2 lane way highway now with whales going both directions!
Have a good weekend and hope to see you soon! ... See MoreSee Less
Our morning Discovery cruise was mugged by a very inquisitive Humpback who gave us a brilliant breach, before we found two whales giving the most amazing, synchronized tail slap show we've seen in a long time.
We didn't think we could do any better, until we came out of the heads for our afternoon trips. We could not have been more wrong. Two whales breaching again and again, with tail throws and head lunges thrown in to the show! As we headed back we found one more whale that didn't want to be out done, with a last minute breaching session just as the trip finished. A perfect day on the Humpback Highway. ... See MoreSee Less
Midweek action on the Humpback highway with incredible conditions again. We had pods moving both North and South again today and even a few head lunges and half breaches at a distance! Our morning cruise was especially lucky with some nice close whales and sunny skies! Definitely our favourite way to spend a Wednesday!
We have space available on our Express Cruises leaving Circular Quay tomorrow, and our Discovery Cruises will be running again for the longer 3 hour trips departing from Circular Quay and Darling Harbour. We hope to see you on board! ... See MoreSee Less
The past two days we have enjoyed some incredible sea conditions and bright sunny weather to view our Humpback friends, and it's starting to get even more exciting out there! We've started to see the first few pods of whales now on their Southern migration. Heading back to the Antarctic waters. Which means we have whales swimming in both directions along the coast! We even had sighting of one of this year's new calves!
There's never a better time to join us for a cruise and we will be out every day leaving from Circular Quay! ... See MoreSee Less
An absolutely stunning morning for us today, with lots of life out on the ocean! Including some very new life. We headed out and found two large whales escorting a young calf along the coast 😍 We gave the pod some extra space so not to disturb the young whale, and were treated to a display of huge and powerful tail throws!
As we approached the Harbour entrance we spotted a large bait ball that bought the Dolphins and Seals out to play! A perfect morning! ... See MoreSee Less
My experience was amazing I say Whales breaching it was fantastic. And the crew on the boat made my experiences a great and safe place to be.
OnAir551973
Aug. 2023
Weather was a bit miserable, but the boat made it comfortable. The crew had their finger on the pulse out there and when whales were spotted by a sister boat, we were taken quickly to a perfect viewing spot. The whales repeatedly breached, including a double breach from the pair. We got great photos and finished the voyage pumped.
Windy Miller
Jul. 2023
The boat, crew and overall experience was fabulous! Whales were promised and wow we were blown away, we can’t believe that we saw whales breaching and tail slapping so close we felt at times we could almost touch them. This crew have perfected the tour with an onboard Marine Biologist and happy, easygoing but safe attitude.
Deborah J
Jul.2023
Went Whale Watching with my teen and we both loved it! if you are in Sydney between May/November and you check weather/sea conditions, GO! You are not going to be disappointed!
Kikka1931
Dec.2023
Once we got out of the Harbor, we started seeing whales. They were jumping and feeding and just cruising along side the boat!! The crew were all super friendly and helpful and kept the trip fun and interesting.
BigMo
Dec. 2023
Whale Watching Sydney. Another excellent trip with lots of whales observed. If you book online suggest you tick the extra option for getting the professional photos. Good commentary on what you are seeing
AsiaDavies
Oct. 2023
Must to do with kids. Amazing experience with kids. Must to do if in Sydney. There is big difference watching whale compared to other animals as the shear size of whale and they move is magnificent.
mayanksaksena1
Oct. 2023
Never thought in my whole life I would see whales so close . Commentator excellent with information and keeping us up to date with sightings and explanations . A Fantastic exceptional trip .
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Lots of humpback whales spotted today, some whales going north and others going south 🐋
This morning on our 3-hour Discovery cruise we came across a pod of 2 humpback whales cruising along the coast just near Bondi beach, we said hello then we decided to go for a wander up north and just a few kilometres of Manly beach we discovered a large pod of 5 humpback whales stirring the water with they're strong tails and splashing about - we believe the pod to be a competing pod of males following behind a fully grown female!
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Fantastic photos
Wow! Today was a breathtaking day onboard our 3hr Discovery cruise!
We had many tail slaps, pectoral slaps, tail throws and breaches!
Conditions were amazing today with soft seas and a warm sunny day to our enjoyment, and as you can see to humpback whales enjoyment as well.
Majority of humpback whales are still on their northern migration but we managed to spot a few whales already on their southern migration - so think of it like a 2 lane way highway now with whales going both directions!
Have a good weekend and hope to see you soon! ... See MoreSee Less
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See you tomorrow! Can't wait, hoping to photograph a breach this trip!!
Jenny. It was the agternoon cruise
Was it morning or afternoon?
Out the sydney heads?
Jordan Davey
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What an incredible day!!! 🚀🐋🚀
Our morning Discovery cruise was mugged by a very inquisitive Humpback who gave us a brilliant breach, before we found two whales giving the most amazing, synchronized tail slap show we've seen in a long time.
We didn't think we could do any better, until we came out of the heads for our afternoon trips. We could not have been more wrong. Two whales breaching again and again, with tail throws and head lunges thrown in to the show! As we headed back we found one more whale that didn't want to be out done, with a last minute breaching session just as the trip finished. A perfect day on the Humpback Highway. ... See MoreSee Less
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Midweek action on the Humpback highway with incredible conditions again. We had pods moving both North and South again today and even a few head lunges and half breaches at a distance! Our morning cruise was especially lucky with some nice close whales and sunny skies! Definitely our favourite way to spend a Wednesday!
We have space available on our Express Cruises leaving Circular Quay tomorrow, and our Discovery Cruises will be running again for the longer 3 hour trips departing from Circular Quay and Darling Harbour. We hope to see you on board! ... See MoreSee Less
Comment on Facebook
The past two days we have enjoyed some incredible sea conditions and bright sunny weather to view our Humpback friends, and it's starting to get even more exciting out there! We've started to see the first few pods of whales now on their Southern migration. Heading back to the Antarctic waters. Which means we have whales swimming in both directions along the coast! We even had sighting of one of this year's new calves!
There's never a better time to join us for a cruise and we will be out every day leaving from Circular Quay! ... See MoreSee Less
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Can't wait to join you again on saturday! And happy world Whale and Dolphin day today!
An absolutely stunning morning for us today, with lots of life out on the ocean! Including some very new life. We headed out and found two large whales escorting a young calf along the coast 😍 We gave the pod some extra space so not to disturb the young whale, and were treated to a display of huge and powerful tail throws!
As we approached the Harbour entrance we spotted a large bait ball that bought the Dolphins and Seals out to play! A perfect morning! ... See MoreSee Less
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