SYDNEY · WHALE WATCHING
The trips worth booking.
The 15 sydney whale watching tours travellers rate most highly, gathered in one place. What you are likely to see, when the season runs, who skippers the boat, and what a place on deck costs.
4-hour Sydney whale-watching cruise with breakfast or BBQ lunch, harbor sights, and live narration. Guaranteed sightings or free return.
Most Popular“It will be cancelled due to inclement weather. Unfortunately we were not able to participate. Morning looked wonderful, but the wind was horrendous by noon.”
Sydney whale-watch from Darling Harbour: small boat, humpback sightings, Harbour Bridge and Opera House views, whale guarantee, return free.
“Awesomeness!!! This is a smaller boat making the experience more personal. We were able to see whales breaching and swimming close by. The captain..?( nice man who manouvered the boat) and the young lady who taught us about whales in general and humpbacks in particular loved these whales.”
Speedboat whale watching from Circular Quay. Ride past the Opera House and hunt for humpbacks in the Tasman Sea for 2 hours.
“This was an absolute fun way to go whale-watching - so much adrenaline with the excitement of the speedboat, and anticipation of whale-watching.”
See humpback whales on a 2.5-hour Sydney Harbour cruise from Circular Quay, with open-air decks, live commentary, and a whale guarantee.
“This was an epic trip. We were able to see a couple of whales pop out of the ocean. The crew were super friendly and we felt safe while on the boat. Highly recommend!”
A 2.5-hour humpback whale cruise from Darling Harbour with live commentary, comfy viewing decks, and a free return if no whales.
“We had a great time and were able to see whales right up along the boat. We were out on rough waters. My family doesn't normally take motion sickness pills, but we needed it that day!”
A 2-hour whale-watching express cruise from Circular Quay on Ocean Dreaming II, with onboard commentary, great views, and a licensed bar.
“Booked this on trip to Sydney with my family and it did not disappoint. Boat was nice and the crew was great. Got us right up next to whales for some unbelievable photos and videos.”
A 2.75-hour catamaran cruise from Circular Quay to open water for humpback whale spotting plus harbour views of Opera House and Bridge.
“Very good experience in whale watching. The staff members were very good not in a rush to go and come back visited two points for whale watching spot and in second point we have watched four whale following one another. The staff extended a little more time to enjoy. It's really a great time we…”
Go whale watching from a small sailing boat in Sydney, cruising past Harbour landmarks en route to Port Jackson, May–November.
“What an amazing experience - Captain Douglas and First Mate Gavin got us right to the whales outside The Heads! We were saw 20-30 whales and 2 breaching!! Douglas was respectful of keeping our distance from the whales and ensured Read more”
A fast, small-group whale watching cruise from Circular Quay on the low-profile Adventure boat for close sightings, plus Opera House views.
“Great short trip. Boat is an excellent size so everyone gets a good view. Boat is also quick so can hit more than one vantage point to view whales”
Whale watch from Sydney Heads, explore Taronga Zoo, then return by ferry through the harbour past bridge and Opera House.
“We could see the whales and the trip was very nice and the weather was also good. The guide has clear ideas about where and what time the whales will see.”
Small-group Sydney whale watching on a high-speed RIB from Circular Quay, led by an expert crew, with lots of whale search time.
“Even if we had t seen whales the boat ride was so much fun. The whales were the topping on the cake. They even showed off for us flapping their fin and showing us tails. Cassie was a great boat captain and allowed us to stay as long as possible to enjoy the whale experience.”
Fast speed-boat whale watching from Circular Quay with jackets provided, small groups, and close-up humpback sightings around the Tasman Sea.
“The staff were very professional, knowledgeable, and friendly. Overall a wonderful excursion. A must see in Sydney.”
Private Sydney-to-Port Stephens day trip with optional dolphin or whale cruise, sandboarding dunes, and scenic coastal viewpoints.
“Love this experience! Saw many dolphins and they are spectacular. Sandboarding was fun. Unfortunately no camel rides available. The guide, James is really nice. The only thing that viator could improve is to let us know we could swim in the cruise (the guides may not know since they are not allowed on the cruise)…”
Sail a traditional tall ship from Circular Quay on a 4-hour whale watch with free mast views and a warm lunch onboard.
“What a fantastic experience, we loved every minute of the day. The crew were so welcoming and the lunch was delicious, seeing whales was an added bonus.”
High-speed Totally Wild whale cruise from Darling Harbour to open ocean fast, with a small 27-passenger boat and real whale-spotting odds.
“Had so much fun on this 3 hr adventure Cruise! Whales, sunset, great captain, felt safe, weather was calm on the day for winter. Great views of the city daytime and when sun setting, highly recommend, also very affordable. You should find soRead more”
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