Use coupon code midseasonspecial when booking online and save. The gray whale is a baleen whale it is a filter feeder. The sea is not calm and bumpy in the end of the whale watching season. Sydney adventure cruises offers the best cruise experiences in sydney including our whale watching adventure cruise, new years eve, boxing day sydney to hobart yacht race and australia day cruise around sydney harbour. As a smaller company they have a strong focus upon customer service from the point of booking to the time they say goodbye after your cruise. Equipped with state of the art technology, comfortable indooroutdoor seating and viewing decks over 3 levels. Every september, whale watching cruise season in sydney begins with the whales swimming out from the cold antarctic waters northwards, past sydney, to escape the winter and breed.
Build to the same design as offshore rescue vessels, totally wild gets you there faster than every before with only small group sizes to view the whales. One walk around deck perfect for whale watching close up. With a bit of luck, you can also see killer whales. Whalers used to call them devilfish because of their fierce defense they put up when hunted. Setting out from darling harbour, youll cruise past luna park, the harbour bridge, circular quay, sydney opera house, kirribilli house, fort denison. Whale watching captain cook cruises everything australia. Run during whale season as these majestic creatures make their annual migration, this tour cruises from the harbour and out into the ocean, allowing unbeatable viewing opportunities across two. You will be welcomed aboard your 21meter catamaran.
This guided adventure is hosted by our very own marine naturalist lisa. Intimate whale encountersexperience magical encounters with pacific gray whalesone of the worlds largest and most charismatic mammalsand witness the start of the whale calves life journey. The openair viewing decks on board the catamaran offer unobstructed views and the best opportunities for spotting and watching the whales. Wild about whales is a celebration of whales along the nsw coastline. The cruise departs from darling harbour, speeding through the headlands to see the whales in less than 20 minutes. Best custom built, fast and spacious vessels to give you the best day possible out. I seen more than half of the passenger onboard was.
Am vs pm count from 20062009 we ran afternoon cruises all year and morning cruises during june july. Success rate is 98% and all cruises are guaranteed to see whales. The whale watching seasons run from midmay to midnovember when the whales begin their northern and southern migration. Sydney whalewatching cruise including lunch or breakfast. The whale watching cruise crew is awesome and give us very good service. The open decks give you the opportunity to enjoy unrestricted views of the whale action. Grab yourself a great a 3for1 deal and combine a sightseeing harbour cruise with breakfast or lunch and a unique whale watching. Whale watching cruises run from may to november, giving people the chance to experience whales in migration up. This is sydney s only true 3 in 1 whale watching cruise. Whale watching cruise sydney adventure cruises groupon. Whale watching off sydney heads is an exhilarating adventure, an awe inspiring treat that you will remember forever. Sydney harbour discovery, oz whale watching oz whale watching was awarded the new south wales gold and silver tourism awards for 2015.
A short walk will take you to the historic george street district, while toptier shopping can be found in the historical queen victoria building. We may spend the morning whalewatching around isla danzante, one of the best areas for finding blue whales, bottlenose dolphins and common dolphins. Alongside our highly skilled whale watching crew, lisa will share her love and extensive. Cruise from sydney, australia royal caribbean cruises. Departing directly from manly and circular quay onboard sydneys fastest. See magnificent humpback and southern right whales at play on a sydney whale watching cruise. Sydney whale watching tours 2020 book online experience oz. Sydney ferries services to darling harbour depart circular quay wharf 5 every half hour. Every year, between late may and late november, thousands of humpback and other whales migrate along the australian coastline to their feeding and breeding grounds.
Discovery cruise 3hr our premium three hour discovery cruise provides the ultimate whale watching experience on the best boat in sydney. This is sydneys only true 3 in 1 whale watching cruise. Sydney whale watching tour and lunch package experience oz. Intimate whale encountersexperience magical encounters with pacific gray whalesone of the worlds largest and most charismatic mammalsand witness the start of the whale calves life journey an immersion in baja wildlife swim, snorkel and hike around cabo pulmo and the sea of cortez islands as we look for blue whales, bottlenose dolphins. Whales seen along the coast on their migratory routes include the humback whale, the southern right whale and the humongous blue whale.
From circular quay this openwater cruise will take you through the entrance of sydney. Including a city sights cruise with live commentary on sydney s history both past and present, bbq lunch and whale watch experience on the ultimate sydney harbour cruise. Lux whale watching sydney princess cruises reservations. Each year the great whale migration sees thousands of humpback and southern right whales swim close to the coastline around sydney. The 2hr adventure cruise on totally wild is one of sydney s most thrilling highspeed whale watching experiences and is well suited for those that are more adventurous and young at heart. Come november, the whales return again with their new born calves back to south of sydney. The mast climb is also a bonus inclusion with harnesses ensuring a safe ascent and descent. Rich in nutrients, the sea of cortez is home to a huge variety of fish, including king angelfish, surgeonfish, butterfly. When the whales are not in season, you can take dolphin spotting cruises and often see them swimming near, under and around the cruise boat. While our average sightings rate is 90%, in 2019 we had a 97% sightings rate our best ever. Built to the same design as offshore rescue vessels, its powerful engines, rigid hull design and high back seats provide safety, speed and comfort. Whale watching adventure cruise in sydney, sydney tours. Due to covid19, the start date of our 2020 afternoon whale watching and dolphin adventure cruises is to be determined. Whale watching adventure cruise in sydney set out for a whale watching adventure in sydney observe the playful humpback whales during their seasonal migration as you cruise out from sydney harbour, along the whale highway and onto the ocean.
An aussieowned and operated business, sydney adventure cruises operate a fleet of highspeed catamarans designed with both comfort and safety in mind. Join a whale watching tour from circular quay to experience these gentle ocean giants up close. Totally wild adventure cruise is a 2hour high speed adventure ride ideal for those seeking an exhilarating whale watching experience. The wild about whales website and app lists all the best viewing locations. Also, see other marine wildlife such as dolphins, albatross, seals and the beautiful coastline of sydney.
Spotters on the land help to direct our certified whale watching cruises and also assist whale researchers by recording sightings and ensuring approach distances are strictly adhered to. You will depart sydney harbour and beyond, which offers an aweinspiring display from the amazing resident southern right whales and humpback whales. Browse and book the best sydney whale watching offers online here. On this whale watching cruise youll spend around two hours and 45 minutes out on the water, enjoying an unbeatable view of sydneys iconic landmarks and the migrating humpback whales. An immersion in baja wildlifeswim, snorkel and hike around cabo pulmo and the sea of cortez islands as we look for blue whales, bottlenose dolphins and endemic black jackrabbits. Cruise from sydney, australia circular quay is where youll find the opera house, museums such as the art gallery of nsw and some of the best restaurants in the city. Jump onboard sydneys smallest, most personal and most exciting whale watching experience. The whale watching cruise is too much bumpy when sailing and maybe we are in the end of the whale watching season and the sea is not so calm but we still manage to see some whale. Watch them breach and play on a whale watching cruise. From circular quay this openwater cruise will take you through the entrance of sydney harbour and into the open pacific in search of whales.
Daily departures from darling harbour and circular quay. In nsw, its common to see humpback whales, southern right whales and dolphins, but you may also spot orcas, blue whales, minke whales and sperm whales. The southern hemisphere humpback migration is estimated to be approx 16,000 whales this year, with an average increase of 11% per year, quite amazing considering these magnificent creatures were nearly hunted to the point of. Get ready to be amazed with our sydney whale and dolphin watching cruises. See splendid humpback whales migrating from antarctica to the great barrier reef, marvel at the majestic views of sydney harbour with sydney opera house and sydney harbour bridge in the background and dine on a sumptuous lunch. The southern hemisphere humpback migration is estimated to be approx 30,000 whales this year, with an average increase of 11% per year, quite amazing considering these magnificent creatures were nearly hunted to the point of. All cruises depart on time, therefore we require you to arrive 20 minutes before departure, with your booking paperwork. Forget boring old whale watching cruises, ocean extreme offers the most exciting and most personal whale watching experience in sydney. Occasionally a mother and calf make sydney harbour their home for a short while and thousands of locals come out to wish them well. Including a city sights cruise with live commentary on sydneys history both past and present, bbq lunch and whale watch experience on the ultimate sydney harbour cruise. Relax while you see the sights of sydney from the water as you cruise around sydney harbour and dine on a bbq buffet lunch or breakfast satsun only served on board. From exhilarating adventure tours to luxury sailing or half day family cruises we have got you covered.
Aug 31, 2017 hi, love your post about whale watching in sydney and thought i could clarify a few points you raised. Rich in nutrients, the sea of cortez is home to a huge variety of fish, including king angelfish, surgeonfish, butterfly fish, damselfish and the vividly colored parrotfish. These magnificent creatures leave antarctica in search of warmer tropical waters to give birth and can be seen cruising the sydney coastline on route their annual great whale migration. Nsw whale watching season wild about whales nsw national. Gray whales congregated in small pods of about 3 whales, but the pod may have as many as 16 members. To join your whale watch cruise from sydney you should make your way to the designated meeting point. Sydney whale watching cruises australian cruise group. As your whale watching cruise departs from sydney, enjoy roving views of popular attractions like harbour bridge, opera house and more. Palm beach whale watching cruises sydney fantasea cruising. See magnificent humpback and southern right whales at play on a sydney whalewatching cruise. Whale watching sydneysydney harbour cruisevagabond cruises. They believe in responsible and respectful whale watching practices. Take a cruise out through the heads of sydney harbour to the open ocean and spot humpback and southern right whales. Whale watching sydney harbour explorer captain cook cruises.
Sail out to the pacific off sydneys shores to sight humpback whales on their. Sydney whale watching cruises see majestic whales just off the coast from sydney. Take in the iconic sights of sydney harbour from the water cruise past the opera house and harbour bridge as you depart circular quay enroute to sydney heads. The ultimate guide to whale watching in sydneys waters this. May, 2020 sydney harbour discovery, oz whale watching oz whale watching was awarded the new south wales gold and silver tourism awards for 2015. Our premium three hour discovery cruise provides the ultimate whale watching experience on the best boat in sydney. Jump onboard sydney s smallest, most personal and most exciting whale watching experience. The ultimate guide to whale watching in sydneys waters. A more personal experience is offered by the 2 hour adventure cruise, which s for.
Best custom built, fast and spacious vessels to give you the best day possible out at sea. Whale watching in sydney official sydney tourism website. The coral trekker offers other advantages over many of the ordinary whale watching cruises in sydney. Whale watching cruise departs darling harbour, sydney. Sydney s best whale watching cruises with more than 25 years of experience. Totally wild gets to the open ocean quicker than any other vessel and provides an upclose whale watching experience. Hi, love your post about whale watching in sydney and thought i could clarify a few points you raised. Owned and skippered by a manly local, manly ocean adventures operates the only completely open adventure vessel for an unparalleled, unobstructed and upclose viewing experience. Cruises depart from the eastern pontoon in circular quay. Adventure cruise 2hr this super fast cruise is our most thrilling which is best suited for the. Coral trekker, one of sydney harbour tall ships historic vessels, operates whale watching cruises during this incredible migration to allow people to see the whales up close in their natural environment. The coral trekker offers significant advantages for whale.
Departing circular quay, you will first be taken across the harbour to pick up more passengers from manly wharf. Sydneys best whale watching cruises with more than 25 years of experience. Go whale watching sydney, australia official travel. Launched in 2008 it is the fastest, most exciting whale watching adventure on the east coast. The ultimate guide to whale watching in sydneys waters this winter. During the whale season they operate daily whale watching cruises from sydney. Whale watching in sydney more than 45 species of whales, dolphins and porpoises can be found in waters surrounding australia. Get the latest sightings, learn whale facts and plan your next coastal adventure. We may spend the morning whale watching around isla danzante, one of the best areas for finding blue whales, bottlenose dolphins and common dolphins.
Our cruises depart from king street wharf 7, darling harbour, sydney. Whales often cruise close to shore, so they are easy to spot, and have even been known to pop up inside sydney harbour. Go whale watching is a family owned and operated business. Get your camera ready to capture the gentle giants of the sea with the number of sightings increasing each year. This is the closest natural wildlife experience to sydney cbd within 1 hours travelling time. The 2hr adventure cruise is sydneys most thrilling highspeed whale watching experience and is suited for those that are adventurous and young at heart. Whale watching and 2day sydney harbour explorer pass with captain cook cruises. Manly whale watching has been part of the sydney whale watching industry for over 10 years, providing tours and great service for all of sydney, manly and the northern beaches. This winter, go on a whale watching cruise from sydney harbour for a memorable time spotting the humpbacks. Combine whalewatching with sydney harbour sightseeing. This gave time for our whale spotters to find the whales first and send the boats straight to the location.
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