Sydney Harbour Whale Watching Express - 2 Hours
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December 2024
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What you can expect
Experience the thrill of whale watching with this two-hour cruise from Sydney Harbour passing iconic landmarks like the Opera House. In just 20 minutes, you'll be outside Sydney Heads and ready to spot humpback whales on their annual migration. Along the way, learn fascinating facts about these magnificent creatures from knowledgeable crew members as you watch the gentle giants breach, pec slap, and more. From mothers with calves to competitive pods, every cruise offers unique sightings.
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What you need to know
- Two hour whale watching cruise
- Live commentary on the whales and their behaviours, facts and statistics
- Comfortable vessel with covered roof
- Hotel transfers
- Food and drink
- This experience is seasonal and operates between May to November
- 9:00 am – 11:00 am
- 11:15 am – 1:15 pm
- 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
- 3:45 pm – 5:45 pm (August – November only)
- 6 pm – 8 pm (October – November only)
- This experience has a duration of two hours
- This experience departs from the Eastern Pontoon in Circular Quay, Sydney NSW 2000.
- Please wear weather-appropriate clothing and prepare for it to be colder on the water
- It is strongly recommended to bring some over-the-counter remedies for seasickness
- If you don’t see whales, you can join another cruise for free (valid for up to three years)
- All participants must be over 5 years of age
- Change your booking up to 48 hours before the start time of your experience.
- Changes are not permitted within 48 hours of your experience.
- Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience.
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
- 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
- We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
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Emily Lloyd
2 months ago
Good size boat, we got to see lots of whales! No live commentary though.
The staff we every friendly and all seats on the boat had good views. There were coats provided which we didn't know about. There wasn't a live commentary as advertised which wasn't the end of the world but would have been nice. We ended up seeing lots of whales which made out day.
Teresa Brown
2 months ago
Awesome day out Express Whales in Sydney is a must
Awesome day out, saw lots of whales, it was so exciting, great crew lots of facts, would recommend, easy to book, well priced, great for groups, friends or solo travellers, great if you are short on time, easy to find Sydney Princess Cruises.
Apurva Nagpure
3 months ago
Absolutely wonderful! Saw 4-5 whales after about 40 mins of starting the tour. The tour guides were fantastic, knowledgeable and super careful around the whales.
Loved the beautiful views of the Opera House and bridge as we headed out. Saw quite a few whales and guide did a good job pointing them out for us. On the way out there, we sat on the top deck in the back and were unable to hear what the guide said even though there was a speaker. Very fun trip overall!