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Ready to go whale watching in Cairns? Browse and book all the best whale watching tours departing from the heart of Cairns in Tropical North Queensland. The official Cairns whale watching season begins from May to September and during this time you’ll have the opportunity to spot Humpback and Minke Whales as they migrate to warmer oceans in the Great Barrier Reef to mate and birth. With a limited seasonal window, make sure you book your tickets on a Cairns whale watching cruise before they swim away for another year.

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Join this adventure and you can enjoy a 90 minute whale watching cruise plus up to 4 hours free time on Fitzroy Island.

Ready to go whale watching in Cairns? Check out the best whale watching experiences right here.

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