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Whale Watching Boat Trip in Sydney

481 Reviews 4.87 out of 5 stars Based on 481 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 97% of reviewers |
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Sydney, Australia

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Overview

We want to help you build lifelong memories of your personal experience with the biggest and most majestic animals of the ocean.
Our custom built whale watching boat allows you to be right next to the ocean allowing for unobstructed viewing of the migrating whales. We only take small groups allowing a uniquely personal experience.
Our friendly and knowledgeable staff will look after you and provide expert information on the migration patterns of the whales and the history of Sydney Harbour as we go.
You can expect a great day out with family and friends and we offer a whale sighting guarantee on all trips.

What's Included

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    The Promenade
    Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

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    What To Expect

    We are whale enthusiasts! We love all things whale and we want to share our passion and knowledge with you. Our mission is to provide you with a very special whale encounter.

    Cruise through Sydney Harbour, under the Harbour Bridge and past the Opera House. We will venture our of Sydney heads into the open ocean with our expert and passionate crew to witness the annual migration of the majestic humpback whales.

    Respectfully observe these amazing animals whilst we provide in depth commentary. We have decades of experience observing and swimming with humpback whales and we want to share our knowledge with you.

    Expect to make memories that you will keep for a lifetime.

    We offer a 'Whale Sighting Guarantee' if you don't see whales you can come again free of charge!

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

    Frequently Asked Questions

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    Q: Do we get to swim with or touch the dolphins?

    A: As an active member of the Dolphin SMART program, we do not have physical contact with the dolphins on Whale Watching Boat Trip in Sydney. We watch them in their natural habitat from the boat. Read more Dec 2022

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-348450P1

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

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    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AEST).
    • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
    • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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