Whale Watching Sydney

Over 25 years of experience and fastest fleet of custom built boats in Sydney. Available Cruises

2023 Whale Watching Season has now finished

Book now for whale watching cruises between May and November 2024
Whale Watching, 3hr Discovery Cruise
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3hr Discovery Cruise
on Fantasea Avalon

$109.00$54.50
Circular Quay & Darling Harbour
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.
Whale Watching, 2hr Express Cruise
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2hr Express Cruise
On Fantasea Crystal

Only$69.00
Circular Quay, Wharf 6
Sydney’s best value whale watching cruise. 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.
Whale Watching, 3hr Discovery Cruise
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2hr Adventure Cruise
On Totally Wild

Only$95.00
Circular Quay, Eastern Pontoon
Sydney’s most thrilling high-speed whale watching experience. Perfect for thrill seekers wanting an adrenaline rush! Limited to only 10 Passengers.

Why come with us?

30 Years Experience

Full commentary from experienced Marine Naturalists or Scientists to guide you through the cruise.

Whale Guarantee

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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Whale Watching Cruises

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Recent Whale Sightings

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1 week ago

BLACK FRIDAY SALE - SAVE 50%!

Our season may now have ended, but grab yourself a 50% discount on our 3hr Discovery Cruise in 2024 when booking before the 2nd of December! T&Cs apply.

www.whalewatchingsydney.com.au/cruises/3hr-discovery-cruise/
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Wow!!!!

Does this include gift vouchers or only bookings?

Babe Daniel Cratchley

Our season may be coming to an end next weekend, but that doesnt mean we are not having some great cruises still!

Here are some great breaches captured today by one of our regulars Mark plus a bonus breach from a couple of days ago we didnt get to share with you yet!

One more week to go, with our last cruises of the 2023 season heading out on the 12th of November.Image attachmentImage attachment
4 weeks ago

Our season may be coming to an end next weekend, but that doesn't mean we are not having some great cruises still!

Here are some great breaches captured today by one of our regulars Mark plus a bonus breach from a couple of days ago we didn't get to share with you yet!

One more week to go, with our last cruises of the 2023 season heading out on the 12th of November.
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Great job Mark!

great pic mark

Great work Mark - top action capture

Việt Trinh

Beautiful pictures

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1 month ago

We were back out whale watching again after sea conditions had calmed down enough with both Thursday and Friday wiped out by strong winds and large waves!

We spent some time watching this mother and calf frolic off the northern beaches with both of them tail and pectoral fin slap their way back towards Antarctica.

2 more weeks before the season ends, so get your whale fix if you have not had one yet...!
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Mandy Schreurs

1 month ago

An impressive display of head lunges kept us in awe on our whale watching cruises today!

The wind and waves crept up during the day, which quite often results in some super active whales!

Unfortunately it will get much worse over the next 2 days, forcing us to cancel some of our cruises.

Everything should be back to almost comfortable by the weekend, so we should be back out there then.

A little over 2 weeks to go before the season ends!
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1 month ago

No shortage of whales just yet, with almost 3 weeks left in our 2023 whale watching season.

Here are some great photos captured over the last 3 days onboard our cruises!
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I love it

Just wonderful!

سبحان الله العظيم

1 month ago

A solid day of whale watching with quite a few breaches seen from this little calf on our afternoon cruise!

The wind picked up and somehow that seems to get them jumping.
Similar conditions tomorrow, so fingers crossed for a lot of action!

A reminder that our weekday 3hr Discovery Cruises are currently 20% off until the end of the season, which is now less than 4 weeks away.

Get your whale watching fix while you still can! 😎
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Wow

Some fantastic shots

please make sure you tell them we are arriving from the UK for a trip on the 27th to see them so they must stick around!!😆

Whale Watching Blog

New Paint for Ocean Dreaming 2

Our flagship vessel Ocean Dreaming 2 has been wrapped with a new livery created by Gomeroi artist and TAFE NSW teacher Warwick Keen. The new look vessel has been launched...

September 2020 Update

Just as we suspected, we saw a lot of calves moving past throughout September. Watching calves is a highlight of the season for many of the crew. These calves are...

August 2020 Update

Almost all of the whales are cruising south by the time August rolls around, with the odd exception of one or two slow individuals doing their best to catch up...

Testimonials

  • 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. 2020
  • 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. 2020
  • 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.2020
  • 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.2019
  • 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. 2019
  • 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. 2019
  • 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. 2019
  • 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 .

    733doctor
    Sep. 2019

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