Whale Watching Cruise with Front Row View (Whale Sighting Guarentee)

Your experience

Hop aboard this 2.5-hour Gold Coast cruise and see humpback whales up close, with live commentary and ocean views.

Getting started

Begin your journey at Mariners Cove Marina, Main Beach, where you’ll step aboard a custom-built modern vessel. After a warm welcome and a quick safety briefing,, the crew will walk you through the experience ahead as you head out to the famous Whale Highway, just 20 minutes offshore.

What to expect

• Hop on & get ready: Enjoy a warm welcome from the crew who will introduce you to the spectacular whale migration journey ahead.
• See the whales in action: Look out for humpback whales breaching, tail slapping, and caring for their calves, all while your crew shares cool facts.
• Enjoy the view: Relax with unobstructed 360-degree views and limited seating for an intimate experience. Keep an eye out for other wildlife like dolphins, sea turtles, and seabirds.

Know before you go

What to bring

• Bring your jacket, hats, sunscreen, sunglasses, seasickness medicines, and light snacks for this experience.
• It's recommended to wear fully covered footwear with suitable grip, such as sneakers or deck shoes.

Accessibility

• This experience is not wheelchair accessible.
• This experience is pram/stroller accessible.
• This experience is not suitable for pregnant women.

Additional Information

• In the event that no whales are sighted during your cruise, you will be entitled to a complimentary return voyage.
• The cruise departs from Marina Mirage, Main Beach.
• The boat can accommodate a maximum of 47 people.

Join a whale-watching cruise on the Gold Coast and enjoy views of the coastline while searching for whales along the Humpback Highway, an ancient migration corridor between Antarctica and the southern Great Barrier Reef. Watch as humpback whales swim and leap, and learn about them and their environment from a marine naturalist guide. You may also spot dolphins, sharks, and sea turtles during your journey.