Half-Day Whale Watching and Canal Cruise from the Gold Coast

See magnificent humpback whales at play on this half-day cruise from the Gold Coast. You'll enjoy unobstructed 360 degree views from all three decks of your purpose built vessel and the experienced crew, including a marine naturalist guide, will provide the closest whale encounters possible. With a maximum of 65 passengers per cruise, this is one of the the Gold Coast's most intimate and informative whale watching experiences.

Board your state of the art vessel in Surfers Paradise. After a brief safety introduction, your tour starts with a scenic canal cruise down the Nerang River while your knowledgeable crew point out the spectacular homes of the rich and famous.

Your cruise continues past the beautiful South Stradbroke Island to the nearby waters of the Australian Whale Sanctuary. Each year between the months of May and October, humpbacks whales migrate to these subtropical waters to mate and give birth. You'll have the opportunity to see the whales at play, often performing spectacular aerial leaps. There will be plenty of photo opportunities as bottle-nose dolphins, giant loggerhead turtles, killer whales and various sea birds also call these waters home.  Your marine naturalist guide will also provide informative and unique commentary and the experienced crew are dedicated to providing you with the ultimate whale watching experience.

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Schedule details

Departure Point:

Tour departs from Gold Coast hotels
OR
Surfers Paradise Wharf

Departure Time:

• 9:00am Morning Tour
• 2:00pm Afternoon Tour
Boarding commences 30-minutes prior to cruise departure

Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.

Pricing information

Click the link below for a price quote on your preferred travel date. Our pricing is constantly updated to ensure you always receive the lowest price possible.

Tour options:

Additional information

Inclusions:

• 3.5-hour whale watching cruise
• Commentary by a Marine Naturalist
• Coffee and biscuits
• Hotel pickup and drop off (if option selected at time of booking)

Exclusions:

• Hotel pickup and drop off (if option not selected)

Additional Information:

• Not recommended for child aged 3 and under

Local Operator Information:

Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.