Whale watching cruises
Every day, 12pm to 2pm Saturday 16 May to Sunday 15 November
Join Whale Watching Sydney as they take on the open ocean in search of nature's most majestic creatures during the 2026 whale watching season.
With over 30 years of experience, Whale Watching Sydney offer the best whale watching cruises in Sydney with a diverse fleet and three different experiences to choose from:
Express Cruise (2 hours) - our most popular whale watching cruise, reaching the open ocean in 15 minutes. Watch whales across three viewing decks on the best whale watching boat in Sydney, Ocean Dreaming II.
Discovery Cruise (2.5 hours) - Departing from Darling Harbour, cruise the open ocean in comfort from the seated sun deck, covered rear deck or climate-controlled cabin on Fantasea Avalon.
Adventure Cruise (2.5 hours) - Sydney’s most thrilling, high-speed whale watching experience onboard our custom-built rescue vessel, Totally Wild! Perfect for thrill seekers wanting an adrenaline rush.
Whale Watching Sydney also have a Whale Guarantee – in the unlikely event that you don't see any whales on your cruise, we'll give you a return trip for free.