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Whale Watching Sydney

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Sydney's Best Whale Watching Cruises

The 2025 whale watching season has now started

Whale Watching Sydney offers one of the best whale watching experiences in Australia. Our passionate crew have over 30 years of experience aboard our custom-built fleet of vessels, which means you’ll be in good hands to see nature’s beauty with your very eyes.

Whale Watching, 2hr Express Cruise
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2hr Express Cruise
On Ocean Dreaming II

Only $85.00
Circular Quay, Wharf 6
Our most popular whale watching cruise, reaching the open ocean in 15min. Watch whales across three viewing decks on the best whale watching boat in Sydney.
Whale Watching, 2hr Express Cruise
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2.5hr Discovery Cruise
on Fantasea Avalon

Only $85.00
Darling Harbour, Aquarium Wharf
Departing from Darling Harbour, cruise the open ocean in comfort from the seated sun deck, covered rear deck or climate-controlled cabin on Fantasea Avalon.
Whale Watching, 2hr Express Cruise
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2.5hr Adventure Cruise
On Totally Wild

Only $99.00
Darling Harbour – Pier 26, Berth 3
Sydney’s most thrilling, high-speed whale watching experience onboard our custom-built rescue vessel, Totally Wild! Perfect for thrill seekers wanting an adrenaline rush.
Whale Watching, 3hr Discovery Cruise
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Central Coast
Whale Watching

Only$95.00
Palm Beach & Ettalong Beach (Free Transfer)
No need to travel into Sydney for your whale watching cruise with local departures from the Central Coast at Palm Beach and Ettalong Beach (Free transfer). On weekends during school holidays.
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Family Moments Package
with Capella Sydney

From$850.00
Capella Sydney
We’re excited to partner with Capella Sydney to launch a package designed for families seeking a unique blend of luxury accommodation and adventure during the current whale-watching season.

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Most Recent Whale Sightings

Photos taken by our onboard photographers
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Another from last nights incredible evening cruise!

We still can’t believe how good that was, and we’ll have to savour it over the next day or so as the big swell moves in. We’ve had to call off the trips tomorrow but it’s looking good for the weekend! 

We’re seeing lots more active whales out there now so if you’ve ever thought of coming whale watching we suggest you book it in soon! 

#whale #whalewatchingsydney #humpbackwhale #sydney #manly #whalewatching
Posted 2 days ago

Another from last nights incredible evening cruise!

We still can’t believe how good that was, and we’ll have to savour it over the next day or so as the big swell moves in. We’ve had to call off the trips tomorrow but it’s looking good for the weekend!

We’re seeing lots more active whales out there now so if you’ve ever thought of coming whale watching we suggest you book it in soon!

#whale #whalewatchingsydney #humpbackwhale #sydney #manly #whalewatching
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Posted 3 days ago

Double Breach!

The bar has well and truly been set after that cruise! Just as the sun was setting, not far from Manly, two whales put on the show on the season so far, with breach after breach, and more than one synchronised double! Unbelievable action!!

One customer even remarked that the whales looked as if they were dancing together, and we could agree more! What a show ❤️🐋

#whales #whalewatchingsydney #humpbackwhales #humpback #sydney
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Shane Keena they got your departure and arrival dates mixed up 😂

Absolutely amazing experience!

Sandra Thorn ...they were in Manly!!! 🙄🐋

YES! congrats dream team!

Oh how beautiful the two together ❤️

Awesome!!

Stunning 😍

David Fox see what you're missing back home!! 😍

would love to see this Ivan Brisot ....

Que maravilhoso

So lucky. 💙🐋💙 Love it when we get to see them.

How lucky for those punters!

Omg!! These photos are just amazing 😍😍

Emotional and beautiful 😍

Teresa Guarracino siamo nel pieno della stagione

Wow!

Wow Anne Dawson gr8 time for some whale watching it seems

Fiona O Leary

Stephen Bourke

Adrian Banks 💙🐋

Stella D'Esposito 🐋

Jodie Lynch Vicki Neville

Matt Chudleigh

Bec Mary 😳

Brilliant

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Posted 4 days ago

Hello Whales!

It looks like our early cruise from Darling Harbour got exceptionally lucky today, with breaches on both trips! These whales were reaching for the sky!

A big thank you to one of our very talented regular customers, Mark @wongymark1 for the excellent photographs!

Don’t forget to tag us if you have any great images or videos from our trips that you would like to share @whalewatchingsydney

We’ll be out again tomorrow and hope to see you there!

#whalewatchingsydney #whalewatching #humpback #humpbackwhale #sydney
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As always - great capture by Mark - who is a very talented photographer - congratulations Mark - TOP ACTION SHOTS

Posted 4 days ago

What a stunning day for it! The conditions are perfect out on the water today and the whales are coming to say Hello! We tracked a pod of 3 for over an hour, gently cruising North. Beautiful.

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Posted 5 days ago

The swell is a lot softer today compared to the past week and with the sun out it made for a beautiful day on the Tasman Sea ☀

We're seeing more of a stir in the water out there, as we welcome many of the increasing numbers of humpbacks passing us by on their Northern migration 🐋
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It was quiet on the humpback highway this afternoon, but yesterday’s show definitely didn’t disappoint! This little rocket put on the display for our cruise along the beaches! 🚀

#whalewatchingsydney #whalewatching #humpbackwhale #sydney #humpbackhighway
Posted 6 days ago

It was quiet on the humpback highway this afternoon, but yesterday’s show definitely didn’t disappoint! This little rocket put on the display for our cruise along the beaches! 🚀

#whalewatchingsydney #whalewatching #humpbackwhale #sydney #humpbackhighway
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Where are good coast spots to make some good photos?

Why cruise with us?

30 Years Experience

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

Whale Guarantee

If you don’t see whales on your first whale watching cruise you can come back again for free!

15-20min to the ocean

Don’t waste hours traveling to the whales and back. Minimal time in the harbour, maximum time with whales.

Read our Whale Watching Blog

Written by our onboard photographers

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August 2024 Update – The Southern Migration Begins

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July 2024 Update – Peak Season Surprises

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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. 2023
  • 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. 2023
  • 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.2023
  • 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.2023
  • 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. 2023
  • 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. 2023
  • 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. 2023
  • 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. 2023

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