Gold Coast
Here I’ve gathered the Gold Coast whale watching cruises that make the most of the season. Humpbacks stream past from June to November, often surprisingly close to shore. Morning trips usually get the calmest water, which matters more than people admit.
Experience close encounters with humpback whales on a guided Gold Coast tour, with guaranteed sightings, expert commentary, and stunning views.
Most Popular★ 4.5“2 hours is plenty long. We saw the same three whales and watched them for over an hour. I would have liked to look for others.”
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884 reviewsFrom $53.08by Spirit of Gold Coast Whale Watching
Experience the Gold Coast's humpback whales up close on a 2.5-hour tour with expert guides, guaranteed sightings, and stunning 360-degree views.
★ 4.2“I liked it a lot! Because you got a chance to see whales”
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703 reviews2.5 hoursFrom $52by Spirit of Gold Coast Whale Watching
Discover humpback whales on a Gold Coast cruise, enjoying expert guides, underwater views, and chances to see dolphins, turtles, and seabirds.
★ 4.5“A truly special trip. Boat was lovely, crew knowledgeable and friendly. As for the whales, I don’t think we could have had a better show if we had paid them! Spectacular breaches, fabulous photos and videos, so special to see them in their natural habitat.…”
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444 reviews150 minutes - 1 dayFrom $63by Sea World Cruises, Whales in Paradise
Experience the thrill of whale watching on the Gold Coast. Join our unforgettable cruise and witness majestic whales up close. Book your adventure now!
★ 5.0“Started the day with the awesome experience of watching whales. Highly recommend the trip, definitely worth the early start to the day”
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342 reviewsFrom $63.12by Kokomo Cruises
Experience whales up close on a 2.5-hour Gold Coast cruise. Enjoy expert commentary, stunning views, and a wildlife encounter perfect for families.
★ 5.0“Well worth the cost, saw many whales 🐋 very special experience and super easy to book. Fantastic opportunity to see these beautiful sea creatures 💙”
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316 reviewsFrom $63.83by Sea World Cruises
Experience Gold Coast's majestic humpback whales on a luxury 2.5-hour yacht tour with expert guides, stunning views, and family-friendly fun.
★ 3.8“great staff who made the trip amazing for my friends birthday!!!!!”
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100 reviews2.5 hoursFrom $53by Boattime Yacht Charters
Experience the magic of whale watching on Queensland’s Gold Coast with Kokomo Cruises. Enjoy guaranteed sightings, expert guides, and stunning coastal views.
★ 4.9“Although the water was quite choppy and two grandsons felt sick, we enjoyed the dolphins and whales sightings. The staff were very professional and friendly. If anything a half hour less would have been better with the swell but I’d definitely recommend this cruise. Also…”
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80 reviews2.5 hoursFrom $62by Kokomo Cruises
Experience the thrill of swimming with majestic whales in Gold Coast. Dive into an unforgettable adventure and get up close to these magnificent creatures. Book your once-in-a-lifetime opportunity now!
★ 4.5“was such an amazing experience, don’t they if you they don’t come straight away! they do end up coming and it is such and amazing experience we even saw some dolphins! just be prepared if the waves are choppy !”
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71 reviewsFrom $80.68by Aqua Adventures - Gold Coast
Discover the thrill of whale watching in Gold Coast! Embark on an intimate small boat tour and get up close to these magnificent creatures. Book now!
★ 5.0“I had a wonderful time. The whales were really close. We had calm weather and sun was out. Perfect day!”
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68 reviewsFrom $73.90by Aqua Adventures - Gold Coast
Discover the thrill of whale watching on the mesmerizing Gold Coast. Immerse yourself in nature's wonders and witness majestic creatures in their natural habitat.
★ 5.0“Super Trip ! Have been to several other whale watching experiences but this was by far the best. These guys really know their stuff and love what they do ! Highly recommended. Thanks !”
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65 reviewsFrom $63by Cooly Eco Adventures
Experience the thrill of swimming with majestic whales on the stunning Gold Coast. Dive into an unforgettable adventure today!
★ 5.0“Changing room on the street, wareing wet Wetsuit , almost lots a direction and not sure where whales going and spent almost all our time for searching .”
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44 reviewsFrom $286.18by Cooly Eco Adventures
Surrender to the enchanting allure of Swim With Whales in the Gold Coast, where a transformative encounter awaits...
★ 4.8“tout était excellent, ils prennent vraiment le temps de chercher les baleines, on a plongé environ 5 fois pour les voir de plus, certains ont réussi à les voir dans l'eau. En tout cas on en a vu plusieurs depuis le bateau c'était incroyable. je…”
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13 reviews4 hoursFrom $268by Cooly Eco Adventures
Experience whale watching and a full day at Sea World on the Gold Coast with this combo tour—perfect for marine life lovers seeking adventure and fun.
★ 3.15 reviews10 daysFrom $133by Sea World Cruises, Whales in Paradise
Experience close-up whale encounters on a 2.5-hour Gold Coast tour with expert guides, stunning coastal scenery, and small group intimacy for authentic sightings.
★ 5.0“very fun - loved it!”
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5 reviews2.5 hoursFrom $84by Cooly Eco Adventures
Get up close and personal with these majestic creatures! Join us for an unforgettable 3-hour whale watching adventure in Australia. Book your spot now!
From $46.55by Gold Coast Dive Centre & Marine Training College
Theme parks by day, whales offshore, glow worms after dark; the Gold Coast never stops showing off.