Departing from Sea World on the Gold Coast, this is one of Australia’s premier whale watching experiences. Join marine experts for a close encounter with majestic Humpback Whales aboard one of Australia’s newest and luxurious whale watching vessels. Within minutes of the Gold Coast, cruise to the ‘Humpback Highway’ and spy on the world’s largest animals from 6 spacious viewing platforms from sea level to the sundeck with a spectacular backdrop of the Surfers Paradise skyline. During the cruise learn more about these fascinating marine creatures and listen to unique whale songs live with an underwater microphone on board.
The Gold Coast whale watching season runs from early June to November and whale watching cruises will depart daily from the Sea World Cruises Main Beach Terminal at 9am, 12pm and 3pm. Enjoy an early morning cruise before a day of activities on the Gold Coast or relax and sleep in with late afternoon departures available. If your whale watching cruise fails to sight a whale then an alternative date will be offered.
Don't miss out on the 2024 whale watching season - book your whale watching cruise online here!
Cara Burgess
3 months ago
Great crew and boat, easy check in process. Too busy watching the whales to notice they had food and drink to purchase.
We recently had the pleasure of being part of an incredible morning out whale watching on the Gold Coast! The crew on board the Spirit of Migaloo were awesome, very friendly and helpful plus the Captain had interesting and informative commentary the whole cruise. The only disappointment were the check in staff who weren't very friendly and the coffee was dreadful! Would totally recommend this cruise.
Catherine Vormister
3 months ago
Great experience . Staff informative and friendly. Baby whales and a mum.
We rescheduled our tour which was a super easy process. Venue easy to find Checkin was easy Onboard staff were very accommodating for the unwell people. We found ten back of the boat was a great place to see the whales and was not crowded at all. We were in prime position to see the pod of dolphins also that came up to the boat as we returned. One suggestion is to take the seasickness tablets 30 minutes before going as u just never know if u may get sick. We enjoyed our trip 2 adults and a teenager.
Bryan Aldair Gonzalez Fernandez
4 months ago
Amazing for all the family. This experience is a must
If I had to describe my experience with one word, I'd say "amazing"! I really enjoyed it, I definitely want to go again and have a fantastic time in the sea while I'm having those incredible views to the city and the whales, dolphins and other animals