Whale Watching Cruise from Sea World

Inclusions

• 2.5 hour whale watching cruise
• 100% Whale Sighting Guarantee (FREE return cruise in the event a whale is not seen during your cruise)
• Ample deck space and rail side viewing
• Guided commentary
• Subject to favourable conditions; live underwater video stream and underwater microphones
• Audio-visual presentations
• Fully stocked onboard bar
• Professional photographer
• Free kids ocean activity booklet
• Informative exhibits and displays
• Waterfront Cafe and Gift Shop

Exclusions

• Food and drink purchases
• Photo packages (available for purchase at the conclusion of your experience)

Extras

• Visit our Terminal Cafe! Nothing builds up an appetite like a journey to the high seas. Thankfully the Sea World Cruises chefs recognise this and are serving up delicious brekky and lunch options on the daily. With a strong focus on seasonal and local produce and unrestricted views of the Gold Coast Broadwater – it’s the perfect way to begin, or complete, your whale watching adventure

Highlights

• 100% Whale Sighting Guarantee
• Up to 2.5 hour whale watching cruise
• Purpose built whale watching vessel
• Learn from experienced captains and marine naturalist guides
• Spot dolphins, sea turtles, sea birds and more

Seasons

• The 2025 Whale Watching Season will commence on May 31st and runs until early November 2025

Time

• Tours depart everyday during the season May 31st - early November 2025
• 9am, 12pm and 3pm tours with vessel Spirit of Migaloo II (vessel capacity 190 people)
• 8am, 11am and 2pm tours with vessel Kaiala (vessel capacity 80 pax)
• Departures are seasonal and subject to change without notice
• Departing from the Sea World Cruises Main Beach Terminal, located in the car park outside of Sea World, 130 Seaworld Drive, Main Beach
• Please check in 30 minutes before your departure time
• Boarding commences 15 minutes before departure
• Our departures are subject to seasonal changes and may be adjusted in response to weather conditions to ensure your safety and comfort

Duration

• Allow up to 2.5 hrs for this experience

Departure Location

• Sea World Marine Precinct, Seaworld Drive, Main Beach
• Free onsite parking
• Entry to Sea World not required

What To Bring

• Camera
• Sunscreen
• Hat
• Binoculars
• Warm clothes
• Flat shoes
• Sea sickness remedy if required

Additional Information

• Tours depart daily from late May to early November
• Tickets Valid for travel between 31st May 2025 - early November 2025
• Guaranteed sightings or we will provide you alternative date
• Cruises will be cancelled upon the discretion of the cruise operator taking into account the weather conditions of the day
• Infants and children are welcome with responsible adult supervision
• Please advise at time of booking in the 'Add Booking Notes' section of the Shopping Cart if you are travelling with an infant
• Whale watching will go ahead in wet conditions

Terms And Conditions

• Booking changes and cancellations are available without penalty up to 24 hours before departure. Within 24 hours, 100% of the fare is forfeited. For groups of 10 or more, 72 hours notice is required.
• All cruises are weather, minimum passenger number and Queensland Health advisory dependent
• In the unlikely event of a cancellation by the operator, you will be provided with a full refund (excluding gift vouchers) or a 12-month credit to use towards another cruise
• The operator reserves the right to substitute the vessel or change the itinerary without notice
• All return times are approximate
• Conditions of Travel may vary if you have booked with a travel agent as your booking is subject to their terms and conditions
• For more information, please visit the operator's website

Cancellation Policy

• Cancellations are accepted 24 hours before departure without penalty. The payment is non-refundable if the booking is cancelled within 24 hours of the booking date.

Booking Information

• Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
• Mobile Vouchers are accepted! - Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
• For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
• Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
• Offers and inclusions are subject to change without notice
• Prices are seasonal and are constantly changing. The from price displayed may not always be the price you are going to pay, as once you click on your specified date, the price will change to reflect the price for that date/season. Please note that in some cases where you cannot click on a date to obtain the price, please call us so we can assist you
• Sea World Cruises Whale Watching will not provide a refund of any kind to passengers if a tour fails to sight a whale, in the unlikely event your tour fails to see a whale you will receive a free return cruise voucher