Whale watching from Sydney on a custom-built whale watching vessel, carrying a maximum of 34 passengers, to see the annual migration of the humpback whales.
Days
- 2.5 hours
Age
- All ages
Group size
- Max 34
Start / finish
- King Street Wharf, Sydney / King Street Wharf
Return
- See itinerary for details
Transport
- Custom-built whale watching vessel from Darling Harbour
Meals
- No meals are listed as included
Route
Included experiences
- Sydney Harbour — under the Harbour Bridge and past the Opera House
- Sydney Heads — out into the open ocean
- Open ocean — humpback whale migration with commentary
- On board — photos from the trip photographer
Pictures / Videos
Reviews
5.0
Based on 44 reviews
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AI summary of 44 reviews
Travellers consistently praise the knowledgeable and passionate crew, who provide detailed commentary about whales and their behaviour whilst remaining respectful of the animals. The small boat size stands out most frequently as a significant advantage, allowing passengers to get closer to the whales, avoid crowds so everyone has clear views, and create a more personal and relaxed experience compared to larger commercial vessels. The tour regularly delivers strong wildlife sightings including breaching whales, calves, dolphins and seals, often with professional photographers on board capturing images for guests. The most common caveat concerns weather and sea conditions, with a few passengers noting rough swells or gloomy mornings, though the crew generally responded professionally and some operators offered return trips to compensate when conditions fell short of their usual standard.
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The all-female crew were incredible. Mette shared loads of whale facts, was clearly passionate about the ocean and was so caring with my little boys. We saw an amazing breach right in front of the boat.
A great trip where we saw a mother and baby whale. Sophia was passionate and informative and the crew made the journey special.
Mette, Natasha and the crew made all the guests comfortable and were great with kids. We saw dolphins and whales.
A great morning whale watching on a smaller boat rather than a big commercial one. We had many chances to see whales, with one crew member driving, one sharing whale facts and one taking photos so we could enjoy the moment.
An unforgettable trip with lots of whale sightings. The crew were superb and very informative.
Our second time, bringing my parents. We love the team's passion for whales, their knowledge and respect for the sea, and the cosy feel on board. We'll keep choosing them to see Sydney's whales.
