Gold Coast Whale Watching
During winter and spring, massive and majestic Humpback Whales migrate from Antarctica to the warmer waters off the coast of Queensland. Every year around 1200 whales make the 5000km journey - the first ones arriving in mid June. On the trip back, Hervey Bay is a popular resting point for the whales before they begin the epic journey back south. Most Humpbacks will have left the Queensland coast by the start of November.
Humpback whales generally follow the coastline reasonable close to sure. In the past this has made them easy targets for whalers, but these days it just means there is plenty of opportunity for day trippers and whale watchers to the region to experience the wonder of the migration and these majestic creatures.
There are plenty of options when it comes to whale watching on the Gold Coast. With tours ranging from just a few hours to a whole day, in various sized vessels and in various sized groups, there is an option for everyone.
Whale Watching Tours on the Gold Coast
Whale Watching Gold Coast by Tall Ship
Gold Coast's ultimate ocean whale watching and island experience! Enjoy complimentary morning tea, large video displays playing whale documentaries & informative commentary from our experienced eco team. Departing from Mariners Cove daily be sure not to miss this exciting opportunity to experience these majestic mammals in their natural habitat.
Half and full day cruises are available, with some including lunch but all followed up by a relaxing afternoon at Maclarens Landing on South Stradbroke Island.
Sea World Whale Watch
Head out on the Gold Coast's newest purpose-built environmentally friendly whale watching vessel. It has three levels of spacious viewing platforms and the number of guests is limited so it's never crowded - you'll always get a clear view of the whales!
Advanced whale location technology means less guess work and more whale sightings and the interactive onboard education technology means a unique experience is had by all participants.
Whales In Paradise - Morning and Afternoon Whale Watches
Conveniently departing from Surfers Paradise (behind Titanium bar), this whale watching tour puts you right in the action - you can be right there - not just watch! On the way out to the open ocean where the whales await, be taken on a canal cruise with commentary about the amazing architecture and residences of the rich and famous.
The crew have years of whale watching experience under their belts, meaning they are dedicated to providing you with the best possible whale encounters on the Gold Coast.
More Whale Watching
Gold Coast Whale Watching
Marina Mirage 74 Sea World Drive, Main Beach
Phone: 07 3630 2463
Website: www.australianwhalewatching.com.au
Tall Ship Australia Whale Watching Gold Coast
Tall Ship Cruise Terminal, Shop 5 Mariners Cove, 60-70 Seaworld Drive, Main Beach QLD 4217
Phone: 07 5532 2439
Web: www.whalewatchinggoldcoast.net.au
Spirit of the Gold Coast
PO Box 4911, Bundall Business Centre, Qld, 4217
Phone: (07) 5572 7755
Web: www.goldcoastwhalewatching.com
