Gold Coast Whale Watching Cruise from Sea World
Get up close and personal with one of the world’s largest marine mammals in an awe-inspiring natural experience with Sea World Cruises. Cruise departs from Sea World in Main Beach and continues past South Stradbroke Island. Only 20 minutes to the nearby water of the Australian Whale Sanctuary. The Spirit of Migaloo II is Australia’s newest and most advanced whale watching vessel operating in the Gold Coast.
With marine naturalists on board, passengers can enjoy a front row seat to all the action from six external viewing platforms and tiered stadium seating from sea level to the sun deck. The spacious decks all around the vessel and smaller passenger numbers ensure that the experience is a personal one with the freedom to move around and enjoy uninterrupted views of the Humpback Whales wherever you are on the boat.
The state of the art vessel also features comfortable air-conditioned indoor seating, informative movies and the opportunity to listen to whale songs live via the onboard underwater hydrophone. Whale Watching Season is late May to early November.
Cruise Features
- 2 Hour Cruise
- Departs 4 times Daily
- 100% Whale Watching Guarantee between June – October
- Purpose-built whale watching vessel
- Uninterrupted grandstand views from 3 spacious viewing platforms
- Complimentary Tea & Coffee
Departure times & locations
Sea World Whale Watch tours depart from the Sea World Cruise Terminal in the carpark outside Sea World at Main Beach, Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia. Entry to Sea World is not required. There is free all day parking directly outside the Sea World Cruise Terminal.
Sea World Whale Watch tours depart 4 times daily during whale season.
Departure Times
Departing from Sea World Cruise Terminal outside Sea World.
Check-in time is at least 20 minutes prior to tour departure time.
Free Parking is available
7:30am | 10:00am | 12:30pm | 3:00pm
Your day at a glance
Get the chance to see whales migrating in Australia with this amazing three hour cruise off Gold Coast! After checking in, you can enjoy some tea, coffee and biscuits before the boat leaves the dock. Here, the crew will give safety briefings and even tell you about the history of Gold Coast and why it had become so famous.
Once you enter the humpback sighting grounds, you'll be guided by the whale watchers in spotting these magnificent sea creatures. They play, swim, breach and dive, sometimes at quite close distances, giving you the opportunity to learn what whales are like in their natural habitat. All the while, you'll learn about them, their environment, migratory habits, feeding, and more.
You will head back afterward to the calmer waters in Surfers Paradise, where your refreshments will be served again. Here, you can get photos printed as memories of your great day, and the tour ends.
Travelling with children
Child ticket: Age 3-13. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Infants aged 0-2 can travel for free & must sit on laps.
Family Friendly
We offer special rates for familes. Please check the booking for form for up to date family pricing.
What to bring
- Camera
- Sunscreen
- Hat
- Binoculars
- Warm clothes
- Flat shoes
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 150 travellers
Instant Booking & Mobile Friendly Tickets
Check availability & book here to secure you spot on Gold Coast Whale Watching Cruise from Sea World (May -November). Pre-booking is essential. Please do not turn up on the day without a booking.
Departing from Sea World Cruise Terminal outside Sea World.
Entry to Sea World is not required for the cruise
Check-in time is at least 20 minutes prior to tour departure time.
Free Parking is available
7:30am | 10:00am | 12:30pm | 3:00pm
