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Whale Watching Cruises
Each year from Mid May – Mid November, visitors can experience Sydney Harbour whale watching cruises to take in the Humpback Whales northern and southern migration. In May, the whales travel north along the East coast to breed and give birth and then make their way back to the south from July to November, bound for Antarctica after spending several months in the warmer waters north.
With a 100% guarantee to see whales on all of the morning and afternoon cruises from June 1 to July 31 or receive a 50% refund OR a free return trip if no whales are sighted. This guarantee gives you an assurance that you will experience these maginificnet giants of the deep.
There are often other whales and marine life spotted on tour if you are fortunate, including the Southern Right Whale, both the Common and Bottlenose Dolphin, pelagic birds including a range of Albatross, and if you are lucky False Killer or Pilot Whales, Orcas, and the endangered Blue Whale, the largest living animal on the planet!
Whale Watching is seasonal. In Sydney, the annual migration of whales occurs between mid May to mid November.
Prices
| Morning Cruise from Darling Harbour 9am-1pm | ||
|---|---|---|
| Adult | AUD $75.00 | |
| Concession/Student/YHA/Senior | AUD $65.00 | |
| Child (0-14yrs) | AUD $39.00 | |
| Family (2Ad & 2Ch) | AUD $228.00 | |
| Afternoon Cruise from Darling Harbour 1.15pm-5pm | ||
| Adult | AUD $75.00 | |
| Concession/Student/YHA/Senior | AUD $65.00 | |
| Child (0-14yrs) | AUD $39.00 | |
| Family (2Ad & 2Ch) | AUD $228.00 | |
| Morning Cruise from Circular Quay 9.10am-12.45pm | ||
| Adult | AUD $75.00 | |
| Concession/Student/YHA/Senior | AUD $65.00 | |
| Child (0-14yrs) | AUD $39.00 | |
| Family (2Ad & 2Ch) | AUD $228.00 | |
| Afternoon Cruise from Circular Quay 1.25pm-4.45pm | ||
| Adult | AUD $75.00 | |
| Concession/Student/YHA/Senior | AUD $65.00 | |
| Child (0-14yrs) | AUD $39.00 | |
| Family (2Ad & 2Ch) | AUD $180.00 | |
Included
Half Day Whale Watching cruise with 2 departure points for you to choose from. Complimentary tea and coffee on board for the return trip back to Darling Harbour.
Highlights
- See the amazing annual migration of Humpback Whales along the Eastern Coast of Australia.
- Departs right from Sydney Harbour!
- If you're lucky you may see other marine mammals such as Southern Right Whale, Common and Bottlenose Dolphins, Albatross, and if you are VERY lucky False Killer or Pilot Whales, Orcas, and the endangered Blue Whale!
- Onboard commentary educating passengers on whales behaviour as well as pointing out all of the amazing sites of Sydney Harbour you will see along the way!
Tour departure times & locations
Whale Watching Season operates in Sydney from Mid May - early November. For 2012 bookings we recommend you wait until closer to the season starting to book your cruise. For further information please contact us.
Darling Harbour Departure Details
Meet at the King Street Wharf No 8, (behind Aquarium). Boarding is 15 minutes prior to departure.
- Morning Departure is at 9am. Retuning at 1pm.
- Afternoon Departure is at 1:15pm. Returning at 5pm.
Circular Quay Departure Details
Jetty 6, Circular Quay. Boarding is 15 minutes prior to departure.
- Morning Departure is at 9:10am. Retuning at 12:45pm.
- Afternoon Departure is at 1:25pm. Returning at 4:45pm.
Booking Instructions
- Booking is essential
- Children are 0 - 14 years of age
- Under 6 Years not recommended
- Concessions Rates are for Students with valid photo Student ID or ISIC, YHA, VIP and Australian Seniors card holders. All Concession ticket holders must show valid ID on Boarding.
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