Boutique Small Boat Whale Watching Cruise from Southport
Boutique Small Boat Whale Watching Cruise from Southport
4.7 (300)  
Southport, QLD 4215
  • Highlights
    • Get a personalised experience with this small boat tour
    • Enjoy closer and longer encounters, as humpback whales do not feel intimated by a smaller vessel.
    • For those lucky enough  you can submerge your water proof camera on passing whales for some great underwater shots.

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  • Overview

    This 2-3h Gold Coast Whale Watching adventure tour is on a smaller vessel with a maximum of 8 participants.  Spectators can look forward to closer and longer encounters as humpback whales do not feel intimated by a smaller vessel. The outer tubes of our semi inflatable vessel are only 50cm above the water surface. This even allows you to submerge your water proof camera on passing whales for some great underwater shots for those lucky enough.

    Whilst no vessel is allowed to approach whales closer than 100m, our experience shows that the whales are usually approaching us whilst our engines are turned off and the vessel drifts through the water. For this very reason, our vessel is frequently chartered by research groups to conduct field surveys and sampling. This Gold Coast Whale Watching cruise departs ex Southport, 95 Marine Parade.

  • What's included?
    • Up to 2-3h* return whale watching cruise in a small group
    • Departs up to 3 times per day including at sunrise
    • Small groups of 10 or less
    • Great for photographers
    • Closer whale encounters possible
    • Whale sightings guaranteed*
    • Knowledgeable staff
    • Participate in whale research activities (optional)
    • Waterproof jackets provided

    WHALE SIGHTING GUARANTEE AND TRIP DURATION
    Our minimum return trip duration is 2 hours however, if we don’t find whales initially, we will extent the tour duration to up to 3 hours. If whales are not spotted on a designated whale watch tour between the months of June to September, each passenger will be entitled to a ’stand-by ticket’ enabling them to return on another subsequent tour date subject to availability as per our online calendar. Refer to our terms and conditions to read the full details about our sighting guarantee.

  • Location

    • Meet us at 90 Marine Parade, Southport inside Aqua Adventures and Southport Fish and Dive Centre.
    • 08:30am – Morning Tour (usually the calmest sea conditions and the least likelihood of weather cancellation)
    • 12.00pm – Midday Tour 

  • Customer Reviews for Aqua Adventures

    4.7

    300 reviews
    Warren Jooste
    Warren Jooste
    2 months ago

    My son did his PADI open water course, Dave the Dive Instructor was really patient, he really ensured my boy understood and was aware of all requirements. Dave a massive thank you, LJ was full of compliments and praise for yourself and the team see you soon for some more diving.

    Paula Alexander
    Paula Alexander
    7 months ago

    We had a fabulous time on the whale watching trip. Everyone was so knowledgeable and helpful. We saw so many whales, up closer than I thought we ever would. We didn’t go swimming but everyone who did seemed to have a marvellous time. I would recommend this tour as the small groups make it so much more intimate and they really cared about the whole experience for everyone. We saw a number of the bigger cruise boats overloaded with passengers and I’d have to say I’m so glad we did this trip.

    Penny B
    Penny B
    a month ago

    I booked with another firm originally but I changed to this one, paying a little more for them because each time I rang with a question (4 different times!), my call was answered by the owner of the business. My teenage kids did the scuba dive, both first timers. Both had a fabulous experience and saw plenty of marine-life including a small stingray! Highly recommended.

    Zen Smith
    Zen Smith
    11 months ago

    Really good today guys, thank you for taking care of Phil (aka Squirrel), a dedicated kite surfer and sailor. He is vision impaired and suffers from aspergers syndrome and is required to be permanently helmeted on water, he really enjoyed his discovery dive dive time here. His first time underwater at Manly Aquarium some 8 years ago. He will be back on the Gold Coast late July for round 2, after engineering a custom solution to fit his mask and helmet safely underwater. Thank You

    Leeanne A
    Leeanne A
    12 months ago

    We hired kayaks and the process was quick and easy. We were provided with life jackets and given clear instructions. We kayaked along the opposite side from Sea World and were very delighted when we spotted a dolphin only 20mtrs away from us. It was affordable and very fun. Highly recommend.

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    • Experience Type: Outdoor
    • Activity Level: Relaxed
    • Skill Level: Beginner
    • Duration: 3 Hour(s)
    • ID Required: Yes
    • Booking Required: Yes
    • This tour is conducted on a smaller vessel. Boarding and disembarking as well as holding on whilst underway requires a moderate level of fitness and mobility.
    • Any person with a serious medical conditions including pregnancy or physical disability should chose a larger vessel instead. If unsure please email us beforehand or consult your treating doctor.
    • Whilst we try our best to plan tours around sea conditions, participants must be prepared to maybe get partially wet due to sea spray. We do provide spray jackets and these events are rare. We usually cancel and reschedule tours for comfort reasons if wind forecasts exceed 15 knots however sometimes forecasts aren’t 100% accurate.
    • Minimum age is 10 years for boating safety reasons e.g. life jacket sizes etc. Families with smaller children should chose a large whale watching vessel.
    • Children age: 10-13 years old.
  • 72 Hours prior notice required to cancel.
  • Your voucher(s) and booking information will be included in the confirmation email you will receive shortly after purchasing the experience on Amazed.com.

    If the booking needs to be first confirmed by the host, you will receive your Amazed voucher within 24-48 hours of purchase.

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