Whale Watching Cruise and Taronga Zoo Entry - 1 Day

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Highlights & inclusions

Native and exotic animal encounters
Whale watching cruise with expert guide
Whale sighting guarantee or free repeat
Taronga Zoo entry with animal shows
Increasing Humpback Whale sightings
Return rocket ferry to Circular Quay
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What you can expect

Get the best of land and sea with this incredible Sydney combo experience. Your day begins with a two-hour and 30-minute morning whale watching cruise, where you'll venture into open waters, looking for migrating Humpback and Southern Right Whales. With expert commentary onboard, you'll gain fascinating insights into whale behaviour while enjoying views of Sydney's coastline. Thanks to support from land-based spotters, whale sightings are virtually guaranteed, and if no whales are spotted, you can cruise again free of charge during the season.

After your cruise arrives at Taronga Zoo wharf, hop off and explore this iconic zoo with native animals like koalas, kangaroos, and wombats, as well as other exotic species. Enjoy daily bird and seal shows before returning on the rocket ferry to Circular Quay for a seamless and unforgettable wildlife-filled day.

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What you need to know

Inclusions
  • Two-hour and 30-minute whale watching cruise
  • Expert commentary and whale guarantee
  • Taronga Zoo entry
  • Daily bird and seal shows
  • Return rocket ferry to Circular Quay
Seasons
  • This experience is available between 17 May to 02 November.
Time
  • The Whale Watching Cruise departs at 9.30am
  • The cruise arrives at Taronga Zoo wharf at 11.55am
Operating Hours
  • Taronga Zoo is open daily from 9.30am to 4.30pm.
Duration
  • The whale watching cruise is approximately two hours and 30 minutes in duration
  • Participants are welcome to stay at Taronga Zoo until closing
Departure Location
  • This experience departs from Circular Quay Wharf 6, Sydney, NSW 2000.
What To Bring
  • Please wear clothing suitable to the weather conditions on the day.
Terms And Conditions
  • All travel must be completed on the same day
  • Cruise again for free if no whales are sighted (standby basis, subject to availability and confirmation 24 hours prior, during the same season)
  • Please note: Some animal enclosures at Taronga Zoo may close without notice to allow for habitat; some animals may not be visible during these times
  • This is an open water cruise and passengers may experience sea motion sickness; eat lightly and take travel sickness tablets before departure
  • This experience operates subject to weather conditions and minimum passenger numbers
  • In extreme weather conditions, the cruise may be cancelled if safety is a concern; you will be contacted by the provider and rescheduled
Cancellation Policy
  • Change your booking up to 24 hours before the start time of your experience
  • Changes are not permitted within 24 hours of your experience
  • Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience
Booking Information
  • Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
  • Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
  • Mobile Vouchers are accepted! Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
  • Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
  • For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
  • We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements

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