Experience the extraordinary – witness majestic whales in Sydney! Sail the stunning coastline with expert commentary and a whale guarantee – see a whale or cruise again for free. This rare adventure brings you face-to-face with nature’s giants!
Experience whale watching at its best with Captain Cook Cruises! Set sail aboard a comfortable vessel with full commentary from an expert Marine Naturalist and a whale guarantee – see a whale or cruise again for free. Between May and October, Sydney’s coastline becomes a playground for Humpback whales, with spectacular breaches, tail slapping, and even the occasional close-up wink from these curious creatures.
As you cruise along Sydney’s stunning coastline, you may also spot Southern Right whales, Orcas, Minke whales, playful dolphins, seals, fairy penguins and albatross. The cruise lasts approximately 2.5 hours and with over 20,000 Humpback whales making the 3,500km journey each year, you’re bound to witness some incredible action.
Sydney’s whale-watching season is one of the longest in Australia, running for over five months. Peak sightings occur between June and July during the Northern migration and September - October during the Southern migration. August often offers spectacular displays, with young males showing off their impressive breaches.
Captain Cook Cruises operates family-friendly catamarans with indoor and outdoor seating over multiple levels, ensuring everyone gets a great view. Passenger numbers are strictly limited, so you’ll have the perfect spot to watch all the action. With a 95% whale sighting success rate, your chances of spotting these majestic creatures are high. If you don’t see any whales, the whale guarantee ensures you can cruise again for free!
Departs:
May - November
Start times:
9.30am or 1.30pm
Duration:
Around 2.5 hours
Departure Point:
No 6 Jetty Circular Quay
