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Whale Watching Adventure: Sail to the Whales Cruise ex Gold Coast 4 Hour Tour

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Hop aboard for a whale watching adventure, and have the chance to witness the majestic humpback whales and other marine life as they gracefully glide above the water!

Hop aboard for a whale watching adventure, and have the chance to witness the majestic humpback whales and other marine life as they gracefully glide above the water!

Highlights

  • Sail into a whale adventure with Aria Cruises offering an unforgettable cruise experience
  • Enjoy a 5 hour cruise experience with delectable morning tea, lunch, and a complimentary drink
  • Hop aboard a sleek catamaran accommodating only 28 passengers for a more comfortable experience
  • Brace yourself for an oceanic spectacle from breaching whales, Dolphins, Turtles, Sharks and many other marine animals

Join Aria Cruises for an unforgettable adventure sailing from the Gold Coast during Whale Watching Season.

Experience the awe-inspiring sight of majestic Humpback Whales on their annual migration to Queensland's warm waters.

Cruise leisurely through the Gold Coast Broadwater aboard our sleek sailing catamaran. Keep your eyes peeled as we sail through the Gold Coast Seaway, where you might spot whales and other marine life. Get up close and personal with these gentle giants of the ocean, witnessing their show-stopping performance of breaching, head lunging, and tail slapping.

With a low carrying capacity of 28 passengers, Aria Cruises offers an intimate Whale Watching experience on the Gold Coast.

But that's not all! During your "Sail to the Whales" Cruise, keep an eye out for dolphins, sharks, and turtles that call the Gold Coast home. Learn fascinating facts about these marine creatures from our expert crew, who are passionate about the ocean and its inhabitants.

Create memories that last a lifetime with our Whale Watching under sail experience aboard Aria Cruises!

Adult $119.00
Child $89.00 (0-12 years)

What's included

  • 4 hour whale watching adventure
  • Morning tea - Biscuits served with tea and coffee
  • Lunch - A variety of baguettes and wraps
  • Complimentary drink
  • Return ticket for a free sail if a whale is not spotted during your voyage
  • Expert commentary from passionate local guides
  • Fully licensed bar with relaxing music on board
  • Non crowded catamaran (low numbers of 28 passengers)

Duration

  • Allow approximately 5 hours for the whole experience

Location

  • 95 Marine Parade
  • Southport
  • Qld
  • 4215
  • Australia

Child Friendly

  • This experience welcomes families with children.

Bad Weather Refunds

  • If your experience is cancelled by the operator (because of the bad weather, safety concerns, unscheduled maintenance etc) you will be entitled to a full refund.

Available Bookings from 15 Sep to 28 Sep 2025

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  • Adult$69.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child $59.00

  • Adult$69.00
  • Child $59.00

  • Adult$69.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child $59.00

  • Adult$69.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child $59.00

  • Adult$119.00
  • Child $89.00

  • Adult$69.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child $59.00

  • Adult$69.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child $59.00

  • Adult$119.00
  • Child $89.00

  • Adult$119.00
  • Child $89.00

  • Adult$119.00
  • Child $89.00

  • Adult$119.00
  • Child $89.00

  • Adult$119.00
  • Child $89.00

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barbden from New Zealand wrote on 03 September 2025

Great trip

Great morning out on the sea saw lots of whales amazing to see them so close

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elspethj from New Zealand wrote on 02 September 2025

Fantastic trip

We had a fantastic trip and saw lots of whales and a turtle on our 4 hour trip. Captain Rob was very informative and funny. Morning tea and lunch were great so a great day was had by all. We had our trip yesterday cancelled because of bad weather but were able to book for today.

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