Tours/Noosa and Sunshine Coast/Noosa Ocean Adventures: Whale Watch
Viator · group up to 12 pax

Noosa Ocean Adventures: Whale Watch

4.8(68)Noosa and Sunshine Coast1 hour
VIATOR4.5(15)TRIPADVISOR4.9(53)

Description

Encounter the majestic Humpback Whales in the pristine waters of Noosa on a unique and intimate Whale Watching cruise with one of the most experienced whale watch skippers in Australia.

Tour Options

Dates of tour
  • Duration: 2 hours: Tours are 2hr duration. Please arrive 30mins before your departure time in preparation for the safety b, & waivers. Speed boat: Noosa 'Thriller' - specially designed for ocean conditions to maximize a safe & adventurous ride.

Itinerary

Pass by

Experience the majestic Humpback whales on their annual migrate as they travel past the Noosa Headland National Park. Possibility of spotting other marine life, including dolphins, turtles, stingrays & various sea birds. Enjoy the spectacular scenery of the Noosa National Park from the water.

Highlights

Professional and certified skipper/guide
Small group experience (maximum 12 passengers)
Lightweight rain jacket or poncho (weather dependent)
2-hour whale watching cruise
Life jackets and safety briefing
Arrival time is 30 mins before departure in preparation for the safety breifing.

What's included

Included
Professional and certified skipper/guide
Small group experience (maximum 12 passengers)
Lightweight rain jacket or poncho (weather dependent)
2-hour whale watching cruise
Life jackets and safety briefing
Arrival time is 30 mins before departure in preparation for the safety breifing.
Not included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • The departure time for this tour varies due to the tides. Message or text company to confirm departure time
  • Arrival time is 30 mins BEFORE the departure time in preparation for the safety briefing.

Reviews(68)

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Cynthia_W
July 2, 2026
Beautiful day and a lovely trip

It was beautiful weather for the tour, saw a few whales, especially a mother whale and a calf. Teen loved it, same did I. The tour operator was also lovely, who responded to my inquiry quickly and clearly. Thank you!

Operator response

Thanks for joining us Cynthia - it always good to get out on the water & to experience it's wonders. Cheers Noosa Ocean Adventures crew

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rosalynp324
June 18, 2026
Whale watching

Such a great experience. Professional crew, organised and tried hard to find whales. Would go again with this company.

Operator response

Thank you! Always tricky when working with wildlife. You are always welcome to come back :) Cheers Brent & Min

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Vacation21939915491
March 25, 2026
Amazing local knowledge of the area and spectacular you of the Dolphins

Just went on this trip this morning with Brent. He is so knowledgeable about the local area giving us a full tourist guide.A large pod of dolphins that swim out to greet us were amazing and stayed with us for quite awhile. Totally recommend this tour.❤️😎🐬🐬🐬🐬🐬

Operator response

Thanks, we love to show off this beautiful location & all it has to offer. We appreciate the review & recommendation. Thanks for joining us. Cheers Brent & Min

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KaileyGarrett
October 21, 2025
Epic Whale Adventure

Such an incredible experience — definitely a 10/10! We loved that it was a smaller group, it made everything feel more personal and relaxed. The boat was super unique (in the best way!) and our guide was so knowledgeable and friendly. And we got the most amazing whale show.. truly unforgettable!

Operator response

Thanks Kailey, it was great to have you on board. we love to share this beautiful location with our guests. We are so fortunate to witness the annual whale migration. Thanks for the shout out! Cheers Brent & Min

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ElizabethC166
October 18, 2025
An exciting morning

We had a brilliant time on this boat -our guide/captain was charming very capable and did everything he could to find whales. We had a magic experience with the whales especially an inquisitive mother and calf who swam all around our boat. It is effectively the end of the season but our captain found plenty of whales. Also the tour along the coast and the trip out and in were delightful. Highly recommended this trip which was very reasonably priced

Operator response

Thanks for joining us, Elizabeth. It's a great time to spend on the ocean with all the experiences it has to offer. We appreciate the review & recommendation. Cheers Bent & Min

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Traveler651650
October 18, 2025
Such a wonderful and special day

I had such a lovely experience with this tour, especially because I saw the whales so close! Thank you Brent and Min for making my day so special! You are both amazing 🙏

Operator response

Thanks for joining us on tour. We are very privileged to witness the whales on their migration every year. So glad you enjoyed your time on the ocean. Cheers Brent & Min

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165tanab
October 17, 2025
Great morning on the Noosa Thriller

We had a great morning on the Noosa Thriller. The skipper Brent provides a fantastic commentary and is extremely knowledgable, sharing interesting information about whales and their migration.

Operator response

Thanks for joining us on board - Brent has been skippering whale watch for a very long time & still has a passion to share it with guests. Thanks for the review, cheers Brent & Min

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DaniSyd
September 30, 2025
Amazing experience & fun!

Absolutely fantastic experience! Loved the boat, staff were lovely and the whale watching was so amazing!!! Highly recommended!

Operator response

Thanks for joining us on board. We appreciate the review & recommendation. Cheers Brent & Min

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Sandy_B
September 22, 2025
Amazing adventure

Great time, lots of whale sightings and dolphins. Comfortable ride. Knowledgeable guide, would recommend.

Operator response

Thanks for the review & recommendation! A fun way to experience the ocean & it's wildlife. Thanks for joining us. Cheers Brent & Min

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K9895QCalb
September 21, 2025
Good value whale watching trip - and only a short boat ride away.

We did a 0930 whale watch tour. Saw plenty of mums cruising with their calves, and were lucky enough to see one tail feeding. Also saw a spectacular breach as well. Well run tour, good commentary, comfortable boat and only 12 pax. Highly recommend!!! Plan on doing this as an annual trip.

Operator response

What a day! Thanks for joining us. We appreciate the review & recommendation. Looking forward to having you join us again. cheers Brent & Min

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