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  •  Activities
  •  Gold Coast
  •  Gold Coast Whale Watching Depart from Surfers Paradise

Gold Coast Whale Watching Depart from Surfers Paradise

Whales in Paradise

  • Gold Coast
  • Approx. 3.5 hours
  • Free Cancellation prior to 7 days of travel date
  • Instant Confirm

Standard Inclusions

  • 3.5hour Cruise departing from river end of Cavill Avenue, Surfers Paradise
  • Check in 20min prior to departure, check in on the boat, behind the Tiki Statue (Address: 73 Cavill Avenue, Surfers Paradise)
  • Cruise includes:
  • 1. Whale Watch Cruise from Surfers Paradise
  • 2. Bonus Gold Coast Waterways Cruise
  • 3. Tea, coffee and biscuits
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1 Key Facts

Included

  • 3.5hour Cruise departing from river end of Cavill Avenue, Surfers Paradise
  • Check in 20min prior to departure, check in on the boat, behind the Tiki Statue (Address: 73 Cavill Avenue, Surfers Paradise)
  • Cruise includes:
  • 1. Whale Watch Cruise from Surfers Paradise
  • 2. Bonus Gold Coast Waterways Cruise
  • 3. Tea, coffee and biscuits

Not included

  • 1. Transport from/to hotels
  • 2. Food & beverages not listed as Inclusions
  • 3. Souvenirs
  • 4. Travel Insurance
Destination Gold Coast
Depature point ● Departs: daily during season
   In 2021, dates are between 29/05/2021 and 06/11/2021

● Departure Point: river end of Cavill Avenue, Surfers Paradise, on the boat behind the Tiki Statue (Address: 73 Cavill Avenue, Surfers Paradise)

● Departure Time:
1) Departs at 09:30 and returns at 13:00
2) Departs at 14:30 and returns at 18:00
Address Sightseeing Cruises Terminal, 58 Cavil Avenue (river end), Surfers Paradise, QLD 4217
How to get there ● By Car
Public parking is located on Beach Road, diagonally across from the check-in terminal.

● By G:link
The check-in terminal is a 4 minute walk from the Cavill Avenue G:link stop.
Please check the Transport QLD timetables (https://translink.com.au/) for more details to plan your trip.
Operating hours
Reconfirmation requirements 【Important Post-Covid Service Information】
Please refer to https://whalesinparadise.com.au/coronavirus/ for the latest updates during the post-Covid period.
Check-in requirements Please arrive at the boarding terminal 20 minutes prior to the departure time to exchange for ticket/boarding pass. Regrettably, failure to arrive before this time will most likely be classified as no-show and result in forfeiting the booking and it cannot be refunded or transferred.

If you are not familiar with the area or travelling on a weekend or local public holidays / school holidays, please make sure you've checked your timetable or driving route beforehand, and allow extra travelling time for unexpected delays to ensure you do not miss your check in
What to bring/wear ● Motion-sickness medicine (if required)
● Protective clothing, hat, sunscreen lotion, and sunglasses
● Comfortable shoes
● Light jacket/sweater for windy or cool days
● Camera
● Money/credit card for optional purchases
Other info ● 100% whale guarantee - free return cruise if your tour fails to see a whale.
● Whale watching is an offshore activity, so not recommended for infants.
● All cruises are weather, minimum passenger number, and Queensland Health advisory dependent.
● Cruises will be cancelled upon the discretion of the cruise operator taking into account the weather conditions of the day. Reschedule or full refund will be given.
● The operator reserves the right to substitute the vessel or change the itinerary without notice.
All return times are approximate.

2 Overview

Experience the closest whale encounters with the Gold Coast's original and most experienced whale watching company. Family owned and operated since 2004, the company ensures crews are highly-trained whale finding experts, entertaining and dedicated to providing you the closest whale encounters possible on the Gold Coast. Passenger numbers are limited to ensure you the ultimate un-crowded whale watching experience. Whale sightings are 100% guaranteed on each tour.

Gold Coast Whale Watching Depart from Surfers Paradise

 

Water Level Viewing Deck

The state-of-the-art vessel and knowledgeable staff ensure a whale watching experience you won't forget! Get up-close and personal with the gentle giants of the sea from the unrivalled water-level viewing decks. Passenger numbers are limited to make sure you have a fantastic experience - so have your cameras ready! The guaranteed rail-side viewing means a 360° unobstructed view of the Humpback's spectacular acrobatic displays - and don't forget the cheeky dolphins and turtles keeping you company along the way!

 

The Staff

This whale watching company is the original Gold Coast whale watching company - having been operating since 2004. This is a family owned and operated company, but they also ensure their crew are experienced, entertaining and dedicated to providing you with the closest whale encounters possible. The crew are popular with passengers for their friendly and enthusiastic customer service. You will be be kept entertained, informed and most importantly – well catered for by each of the crew members.

 

The Tours

The tours even include a FREE Rich & Famous Waterways Cruise through the stunning Nerang waterways. Cruise past the magnificent homes and gardens of the stars as the entertaining crew keep you up-to-date with the Gold Coast's latest Hollywood gossip - all this topped off with complimentary light lunch pack, and tea, coffee & biscuits- a perfect way to start the tour. 

 

Sample Itinerary

Reference Only. Subject to change without notice. Itineraries may operate in reverse order, in a different sequence, be swapped around, or in rare circumstances be replaced by other best suited items to suit tides, times & conditions.   

Time Itinerary
09:00
  • Check-In opens for Whale Watching Cruise (please arrive at least 20 mins before departure)

09:15


  • Boarding commences
  • Souvenir boarding photos taken (own expenses)
  • Relax and select your seating
09:30

  • Whale Watching cruise departure
  • Crew introduction and tour briefing
09:35
 
  • Bonus Gold Coast Waterways Cruise with entertaining commentary on route to the Humpback Highway
  • Complimentary morning tea is served
10:10


  • Pass through the Gold Coast seaway and arrive at the Humpback Highway
  • Morning tea closes
  • Guests are taught how to find whales, dolphins and other marine wildlife
10:30

  • Whale Watching begins
  • Expert informative commentary
12:10




  • Calm water cruise back to Surfers Paradise
  • Morning tea reopens
  • Fully licensed bar serving local beer, wines and pre-mixed spirits opens
  • Photo opportunity for passengers driving the vessel (subject to day's conditions)
  • Souvenir photos and merchandise available to purchase
12:45
  • Vessel returns back to Surfers Paradise
13:00
  • Guests disembark

 

3 Policy

Cancellation Policy

● If you cancel at least 7 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
● If you cancel between 0 and 6 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.
● If no show, no refund.

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