A 2.5 hour whale watching cruise off the Gold Coast on Spirit of Gold Coast, a 24 metre power catamaran purpose-built for whale watching, with a marine biologist on board. Whale sightings are guaranteed, or you get a free return trip.
Days
- 2.5 to 3 hours
Group size
- Max 40
Start / finish
- Southport, Gold Coast / Southport, Gold Coast
Return
- See itinerary for details
Transport
- 24 metre power catamaran
Meals
- Welcome tea, coffee and biscuits
Route
Included experiences
- Gold Coast waters — whale watching, sightings guaranteed
- On deck — commentary from a marine biologist
- Licensed bar on board
Pictures / Videos
Reviews
4.9
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Travellers consistently praise the crew for their knowledge, friendliness and attentiveness, along with the boat's comfort, cleanliness and spacious design which allows good views from multiple angles. The most frequently highlighted aspect is the quality of whale encounters, with many reporting close-up sightings of mothers with calves, breaching displays, and frequent sightings of dolphins and occasionally other marine life. The most common caveat is limited outdoor seating relative to passenger numbers during peak activity periods, with a few travellers also noting that seasickness affected some guests, though this was generally manageable with preparation, and occasional disappointment when whale sightings are limited to distant glimpses rather than the close encounters depicted in promotional materials.
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The captain and crew were kind, knew a lot about whales and looked after everyone. I was thrilled to see humpbacks up close.
A brilliant whale watching trip. The boat is spacious, very clean and gives great views from all sides, and the crew were warm and attentive. Their commentary on whale behaviour was fascinating without ever feeling like a lecture, and seeing the whales up close was unforgettable.
It did exactly what it promised, with a friendly captain and crew. The whales were a bit shy and it was nearly two hours before we got up close, but it was worth it.
One of the neatest experiences of my life. The crew really know how to find active whales and stay with them.
A brilliant time. Captain Dean was informative and caring towards the whales, as were the crew.
Our hostess was organised and kept us informed. There wasn't enough outdoor seating where the action was, and it was declared a no whale day, so we could rebook for free. Expect plenty of spray, and a few passengers got seasick.
