Sydney Whale-Watching Cruise Including Lunch or Breakfast
Description
This is Sydney's only true 3 in 1 whale watching cruise. 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. 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 (sat/sun only) served on board. Then head out into the open sea to go whale watching, pass through the Sydney Harbour Heads. Your crew will locate and provide informative commentary on the whales and their activity. These giants of the sea once nearly hunted to extinction, it is believed in history the humpback population was once as low as 200 whales. The conservation of these beautiful animals has led to the humpback population being at a safe level to avoid extinction. Numbers are restricted on this whale-watching cruise, with plenty of room inside and out for viewing in comfort on board your spacious sightseeing vessel.
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Itinerary
Once on board you will enjoy a scenic harbour cruise while enjoying a delicious meal. During this time you will take in all the iconic sites of Sydney
As you enjoy your lunch you will take in such sights the Botanic Gardens before heading out to the Whale Watching.
As you enjoy your lunch you will take in such sights Manly Beach before heading out to the Whale Watching.
As you enjoy your lunch you will take in all the sites of Sydney Harbour before heading out to the Whale Watching.
As you enjoy your lunch you will take in such sights the the famous Watsons Bay before heading out to the Whale Watching.
Oz Whale Watching 4 hour Cruise.
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What's included
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- 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
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- We suggest all guests to please bring motion sickness medication, our policy is better safe than sorry.
- Please dress appropriately with comfortable shoes and warm clothing depending on the time of the year
- Please bring a camera and sun protection
- Available May - November (Whale Watching Season here in Sydney)
Reviews(905)
Excellent - great crew, nice lunch, excellent weather - and the whales were so lovely. A really wonderful day. Thank you.
It was an amazing experience! I got to see so many whales! I would recommend trying to find a place near the edge of the boat right away, because it gets so crowded and difficult to see/video.
Excellent Guide and explanation, crew knew where to sail to experience the sights. Food served on board was excellent in taste and variety
Hi there, Awesome to hear you enjoyed your cruise, from the guide, sights and excellent food! Thank you!
An absolutely incredible whale watching experience! From start to finish, everything was great. The crew was friendly, knowledgeable, and made sure everyone felt comfortable and informed throughout the trip. Seeing the whales up close in their natural habitat was truly breathtaking and something I’ll never forget. The boat was clean, well-organized, and the entire excursion felt safe and well-run. If you’re considering a whale watching tour, I highly recommend this one—it exceeded all expectations!
Hi Robin, thank you for your fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear your whale watching experience exceeded your expectations. It's wonderful that you enjoyed seeing the whales, appreciated our friendly team and felt comfortable throughout the trip. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you aboard again for another unforgettable adventure!
Not sure it is a good idea to offer lunch before heading out into the choppy ocean! Many people were seasick which was pretty gross for those of us who aren’t! Food was great though and we saw lots of whale activity. The guide commentates for the whole 4 hours so you get plenty of information. Tea and coffee provided and a bar also available.
Hi there, thank you for your feedback. We're pleased you enjoyed the food, saw plenty of whale activity and found the commentary informative. Ocean conditions can be unpredictable, and unfortunately seasickness can affect some guests. We appreciate you sharing your experience and hope to welcome you aboard again in calmer conditions.
Great view of the harbor and opera house!! Great food at buffet!! Great and fairly close views of breaching whales. Even saw some seabirds.
Hi Neville, thank you for your fantastic review! We're delighted you enjoyed the beautiful harbour and Opera House views, the delicious buffet, and the incredible sight of so many whale breaches. It’s wonderful to hear you also spotted seabirds along the way. We truly appreciate your support and hope to welcome you back for another memorable whale watching experience soon!
Everything ran smoothly for this trip. Although there were warnings about getting seasick pills, I have never been sea sick on many boat trips around the world (take the advice about seasick pills) before. Weather was a little rough, and the lunch was excellent. So excellent I had two plate fulls. The boat was heaving in the waves then saw whales surfacing and took a video. Then it began, running to the puke bag(s). Maybe should not have had two plates full of lunch! Good afternoon experience and saw whales experience and three full bags, done.
Hi Marat, thank you for sharing your experience! We're so glad everything ran smoothly and that you enjoyed seeing the whales and our lunch. The ocean can certainly be unpredictable, and your story gave us a smile! We're pleased the whale sightings made the trip worthwhile and hope to welcome you back on calmer seas for another adventure.
We saw a whale and dolphins. Amazing. We saw the whale soon after we reached open waters and at one point it jumped out of the sea. Very memorable experience thank you
Hi Siu, thank you for your fantastic review! We're thrilled you had such an incredible wildlife encounter and got to see both whales and dolphins. Witnessing a whale breach is truly unforgettable, and we're so glad you could experience it with us. We hope to welcome you back on board for another memorable adventure soon!
Easy boarding process. Wholesome breakfast and hot drinks. We saw several whales, including a mother and her playful calf and two male whales. During the tour a pleasant staff member discussed regional and whale facts through the overhead speaker. Sometimes the speaker was a bit patchy, but i understood what was being said. Clear directions on what side of the boat to load for whales. During the booking process, the company warns you several times that the waters can be rough. The boat has to travel far out of the harbor to see the whales. They recommend using seasickness medication in their notifications as well. There are several convenience stores along the pier, directly across from the boarding ramp, that sell the over the counter seasickness medications if you forget to buy some beforehand. Even during the tour, they recommend sitting in the back of the boat where the ride feels less rough if you are prone to be impacted by the waves. That and give the instructions to use the seasickness medication before departure because it doesn’t work if you are already sick. Bags are readily available if that fails. Wild animals are also unpredictable. I was happy with how many whales we saw. Further, I’m glad that the boat crew stayed a respectable distance away. We still saw plenty of tail breeches and the hump of the humpback.
Hi Tanya, Thank you for taking the time to share such a detailed and thoughtful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your whale watching experience and were fortunate enough to see several whales, including a mother and calf. We truly appreciate your understanding of the conditions at sea and the unpredictable nature of wildlife encounters. Our team is always committed to providing a safe, comfortable, and respectful whale watching experience while helping guests make the most of their time on the water. Thank you for cruising with us, and we hope to welcome you onboard again soon for another unforgettable adventure.
We had a fabulous experience with Oz Whale Watching, despite the weather and sea condition being less than ideal. The very friendly staff advised on anti sea sickness tablets and did everything in their power to minimise everyone's discomfort. The food was lovely, the boat was in perfect condition and the marine guide shared lots of interesting information about whales and dolphins when we encountered (plenty) along the way. The bathrooms were immaculate and we were able to enjoy a very comfortable trip. The boat type was ideal for this type of service and everyone on board was so friendly. We will definitely be reccommending them.
Hi Martina, thank you for your wonderful and detailed review! We're delighted to hear you had such a fabulous experience despite the challenging weather and sea conditions. It’s fantastic to know you enjoyed the food, vessel, and informative commentary, and that our team helped make your journey as comfortable as possible. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back on board again soon!
