Gold Coast Premium Whale Watching Cruise

Depart from Main Beach
and head to the Humpback Highway

The cruise departs from the Sea World Cruise Terminal at Main Beach. Board a purpose-built vessel and take in the Gold Coast coastline as you head to the Humpback Highway, where humpback whales pass by. During the whale season from late May to early November, there are up to 9 sailings every day.

Watch humpback whales up close

Spend about 2 hours and 15 minutes on the water searching for whales, dolphins and other marine life. You may see humpback whales breaching, slapping the surface with their huge tails and diving into the deep.

Feel closer to the whales
with live underwater video and hydrophones

When the boat is near the whales, you can watch live underwater video streamed directly to your phone (subject to availability). You can also listen to whale songs in real time through advanced hydrophones.

An experienced captain and marine naturalist guide provide commentary about the whales, along with an audiovisual presentation. Keep an eye out for other marine life such as dolphins, sea turtles and seabirds.

Explore the terminal before and after your cruise

While waiting to board, you can enjoy the waterfront deck cafe, the marine life displays and the gift shop at the terminal. There is a bar on board and a professional photographer joins the cruise.

※ Whales and other wildlife live in their natural habitat, so sightings are not guaranteed.
※ According to the operator's policy, if you do not see any whales, you can join another cruise free of charge.
※ The itinerary may change depending on weather and local operating conditions.