Whale Watching by Sea World Cruises
Description
Sea World Whale Watch is the Gold Coast’s Closest Operator to the Humpback Highway; spend less time in transit and more time with the whales! Observe the breathtaking display of whales launching into the air, slapping their mighty tails on the water, and diving deep into the ocean. During close encounters, gain a unique perspective by watching live underwater footage streamed directly to your mobile device. You may even hear the iconic whale song through our advanced underwater microphones. While you anticipate your cruise, enjoy the waterfront deck cafe, enrich your knowledge with informative exhibits, and visit the gift shop at our stunning terminal. Sea World Whale Watch are the ultimate experts in Gold Coast Whale Watching, offering a 100% Whale Sighting Guarantee that ensures a free return cruise if no whales are spotted.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- If you travel with wheelchair, please contact the supplier in advance due to the limited seats.
Reviews(346)
We absolutely loved the trip. We paid the extra for the Captains club experience and felt it was well worth the experience. Having direct access to captain Kim’s experience and Dani’s lovely hostess manner and knowledge was fabulous thank you. Seeing the whales up so close was incredible.
Hi, thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled you loved the trip and felt the Captain’s Club experience was worth it. Captain Kim and Dani will be delighted to hear your kind words. We’re so glad you enjoyed the incredible close-up whale sightings!
We went whale watching, the boat was very good, the staff was very good, they were spotted from afar, they tried to bring the boat closer but they were no longer visible in the same spot.
Hi, Thank you for your review! We’re glad you enjoyed the boat and our crew. Whale sightings can be unpredictable, but we really appreciate your understanding and hope you’ll join us again for another adventure!
We had the best experience with Wayne, Dani, Bryce and Isabelle today. They may not be able to control the whales but their welcome was warm and inviting. Their enthusiasm for the trip was infectious and when the whales appeared (almost as soon as we hit open water) they were as excited as all of their guests. We had my elderly mother and toddler granddaughter in our party and the team did all they could to ensure their comfort and safety. I would gladly go whale watching with this team again and could not recommend them more highly.
Thanks a million for the awesome feedback! We are so glad you had the best experience out on the water with Wayne, Dani, Bryce, and Isabelle. Our crew gets just as excited as our guests when the whales show up, so it's awesome to hear that energy added to your day! We love looking after families of all generations, and knowing that your mum and granddaughter were comfortable and safe means the world to us. We can't wait to host your crew on board for another adventure!
We had a beautiful day. Captain Kai was entertaining and knowledgeable. We saw several pods of whales, dolphins and turtles. Photographer Olivia did an amazing job of catching the whales in action.
Thank you for the fantastic review, Jennifer! We are so glad you enjoyed your day and got to see such an incredible mix of marine life, including whales, dolphins, and turtles. Captain Kai and Photographer Olivia will be so pleased to hear your kind words about their efforts on board. We hope to see you again soon on the Gold Coast!
Fantastic cruise, very friendly staff, very spacious and comfortable. Captain knew exactly where the whales were. At times they were so close that you could fully see them as they swam under the boat. Only reason 5 stars were not given was they advertised a hydrophone so you could hear whale song. For some reason that wasn’t used. Highly recommended
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us! We are thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful cruise with Sea World Cruises and that our captain and team managed to provide such incredible close-up encounters with the whales. We appreciate your high recommendation and hope to welcome you back out on the water again soon!
Wow, what a fantastic trip. We were blessed with fantastic weather and absolutely calm seas. Easy check-in and boarding. We had fabulous rear facing seats on deck two. Within minutes of going through the channel, we saw our first whales. We ended up seeing several more until we ended up past Burleigh heads. We came across a couple of whales that were constantly playing on the surface. We watched these two for ages before the captain made the call to head back to base. The information supplied on board is great. Very informative. We had a fabulous cruise and have already recommended it to several people. This is our 2nd cruise with sea world cruises, and they have both been excellent.
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that your second cruise with us was just as excellent as the first. It sounds like you had the perfect day out there with the weather, and we are so glad those playful whales put on such a great show for you!
Excellent and very educational
Thank you for your lovely review! We're so pleased you enjoyed the experience and found it educational. We hope to welcome you back on board for another whale-watching adventure soon!
Incredible experience Had the pleasure of 4 Humpbacks performing
Thank you for your wonderful review! What an incredible experience—four humpback whales putting on a performance is something truly special! We're so glad you got to witness such an unforgettable encounter, and we hope to welcome you back on board again soon.
It was choppy going out past the sea ways and it also started raining. However the crew were very caring in checking that everyone was ok and helpful in providing towels and vomit bags. My daughter was 5 years old so she wasn't old enough to take the sea sickness pill and became quite sea sick. The staff looked after her and made sure she was comfortable sitting at the back of the boat. The photographer Nicole was also very kind in giving my daughter some whale pictures to take home since the sea sickness made her sleepy and she only saw one whale.
Thank you for sharing your experience Alice. While we are sorry the conditions were rough and your daughter became seasick, we are so pleased our crew and Nicole were able to make her as comfortable as possible. We are glad you still had the chance to see whales, and we truly appreciate your kind words. We hope to welcome your family back on a calmer day! 🐋💙
We took a group of 18 family members on this amazing cruise. The crew were really great. Nicole was awesome. We saw whales breaching. We saw dolphins. We saw a shark. We saw turtles. Highly recommend.
Hi, Thank you for your great review! Wow, it sounds like you had an amazing trip! Thank you for sharing your experience!
