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2.5hr Discovery Whale Watching Cruise

The ultimate whale watching experience on the best boat in Sydney.

Quick Details

  • Location: Darling Harbour
  • Duration: 2.5 Hours

15min to the Ocean – spend minimal time in the harbour, with maximum time with whales.

Whales Guaranteed – If you don’t see whales on your first whale watching cruise, you can cruise again for free

Adult

A$ 85

Child

Ages 4-15

A$ 60

Family

2 Adults + 2 Children

A$ 230

The ultimate whale watching experience.

Darling Harbour – Aquarium Wharf
9:45

Saturday & Sunday

 12:00

Every Day

 15:00

Every Day

Whale Watching Sydney’s 2.5hour Discovery Cruise is designed to give you the best value cruise for your money, combining speed, comfort, and breath-taking views of humpback whales (and other sea creatures) in their natural habitat.

Departing from Darling Harbour, you’ll reach the open ocean in just 25 minutes to explore on Fantasea Avalon. Watch whales in comfort from the seated sun deck, covered rear deck or climate-controlled cabin.

Our expert crew and on board guides will get you in the best spots to see whales, as well as commentate on their behaviour and give you insights and facts about these amazing creatures.

Whale Watch in comfort with air-conditioned cabins with large windows and great indoor and outdoor seating. Informative commentary by our experienced crew and onboard multimedia presentations ensure you are fully informed of what to look out for so you can make the most out of this unique experience.

Free tea and coffee is served inside Sydney Harbour and during suitable offshore conditions. Additional drinks and snacks are available for purchase from the onboard licensed bar.

If no whales are successfully watched on your cruise, you receive a free return cruise.

Vessel Features

  • Three levels of outside viewing decks
  • Comfortable cushioned seats
  • High speed vessel for minimal travel time
  • climate controlled cabin
  • Purpose built for whale watching
  • multimedia presentations on screens
  • wheelchair accessible
  • Toilets on board (1 disabled)

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