Australia · WHALE WATCHING IN SYDNEY
Every trip has one free day too few. These 11 whale watching in Sydney justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part of planning.
Sydney whale watching cruise with expert commentary, hot drinks, harbour views, and a whale-sighting guarantee for $63.
“Great fun, knowledgeable guides and we saw lots of whales and dolphins. Would 100% do it again!”
See Sydney’s humpback whales on a fast two-hour cruise from Circular Quay, with open-air viewing, expert commentary, and a free return trip if needed.
“Absolutely loved this. So easy to access from circular quay. Friendly guides and great ship and really excellent value for money. Worth it just to be out on the ocean but also amazing to see whales and dolphins. Took 4 kids aged 9-13 and everyone loved it!”
Sydney whale watching from Darling Harbour with a small boat, expert commentary, harbour views, and a free return trip if no whales appear.
“Thoroughly enjoyed this whale watching experience. Rex (skipper), Isaac (host and guide) and Alex (professional photographer) took good care of us and were great fun! They were knowledgeable, friendly, humorous and enthusiastic. We were extremely lucky to see several whales breaching - it was very exciting to spot and follow them. Be prepared to get a bit wet from the waves splashing but it’s not bad and all part of the fun! Thank you for a fantastic time guys! From Laura and Lucy (Scotland). 😊”
Review of Sydney’s 150-minute Fantasea whale watching cruise, with a fast catamaran, open-ocean sightings, comfort, price, and practical tips.
“Great whale watching experience - lots of active whales to be seen!”
Sydney whale watching cruise review with breakfast or lunch, whale sightings, sea conditions, value, meals, tips, and practical booking advice.
“This was a very great trip. Everything was very organized and the experience was great. To improve have a have sign or flag to verify which dock is the correct location.”
Review of Sydney’s $45 whale watching cruise, with harbour views, expert commentary, a spacious catamaran, and a whale guarantee.
“It’s not everyday you’re on a boat watching whales and dolphins in the ocean. Definitely worth the time and very scenic. I would highly recommend to anyone visiting Sydney for the first time.”
Review of Sydney’s 150-minute whale watching cruise, with whale sightings, Sydney Harbour views, sea-sickness tips, price advice, and booking details.
“Great Very patient and showed us whales for long time Very nice experience”
Review of Sydney’s Whale Tales ocean tour, with small groups, expert guides, Sydney Harbour views, whale sightings, and practical tips.
“Great experience! I liked that it wasn’t a massive group, it meant that when whales appeared everyone had a good view. The team who was working was super friendly and knowledgeable and clearly knew what they were doing. And best of all, Whales definitely appeared! ❤️ My only recommendation would be for the team to get a louder microphone for when they are talking while the boat is moving as when not sat close to the person speaking it’s very hard to hear what the person is saying but only when the boat was fully moving, once it slowed or stopped could hear fine”
Review of CoastXP’s Newcastle whale watching tour, with small groups, 360-degree views, expert guides, dolphins, seals, and free rebooking if no whales appear.
“Excellent whale watching experience. Comfortable stable fast boat even on a fairly windy day with swells. Headed straight out then accompanied a pod of 5 humpbacks for well over an hour. Guide was incredibly knowledgeable and informative. Highly recommended.”
Review of Sydney’s whale cruise and Taronga Zoo package, with practical advice on whales, sea conditions, value, timing, and what to expect.
“I always appreciate safety and observing the rules of how to behave in nature and wild environments - and that was well taken care of. I know wild animals are not on cue and no one really knows what may or may not happen. However, running from one side of the boat to the other, and trying to catch a glimse of sth really wasn't what I imagined.”
Review of Newcastle’s 2.5-hour whale-watching cruise, with harbor views, onboard commentary, tea, catamaran comfort, and a whale guarantee.
Reef days, coast roads, wine country and the red centre.
