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Whale Watching with Aqua Adventures - Max 12 Passengers - Departs Southport
Join us for a Whale Watching Tour from Southport on the Gold Coast. Get a front-row seat to see the spectacular Humpback whales up close!
Join us for a Whale Watching Tour from Southport on the Gold Coast. Get a front-row seat to see the spectacular Humpback whales up close!
Highlights
- A unique experience getting close to Humpback whales on their annual migration.
- A guaranteed front-row seat to see these spectacular creatures.
- Incredible photo opportunities.
- Opportunity to participate in whale research activities.
- Friendly, informative staff.
- Small numbers vessel - max 8 passengers
- Private charters available
Join us to view the incredible Humpback whales while they are on their annual migration. Our catamaran, ‘Game Changer’ makes for a unique experience with these creatures. On occasion, they come right alongside the vessel to show off and pose for photos. There will be plenty of photo opportunities on our vessel, especially on the viewing deck where you can see a clear view of the whales breaching. You will have memories for a lifetime!
We also have a unique opportunity to participate in unique research activities. You will receive information about humpback whales and the options for getting involved. Alternatively, feel free to sit back and enjoy the experience.
With our small vessel we run tours for 2-3 hours depending on the conditions and whale sightings on the day. We can run up to 3 tours per day:
- 09:00am – Morning Tour(usuallythe calmest sea conditions and the least likelihood of weather cancellation)
- 12:00am – Midday Tour(the most popular choice for locals)
- 03:00pm – Sunset Tour(from July to August only. Amazing lighting for photographers)
Itinerary
- Meet us at the Aqua Adventure Centre Southport
- Safety brief, put on spray jackets
- Depart marina and cruise through the Broadwater.
- Enter the open ocean to find and watch the whales.
- Commence return cruise to the Marina whilst watching whales.
- Arrive back at our Southport Jetty.
All prices are shown inAUD ($)
- Per Person $89.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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- Per Person $75.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person $75.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person $75.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person $89.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person $99.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person $75.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person $75.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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- Per Person $77.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person $77.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person $77.00 Less than 6 at this price!
Authenticated Reviews
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hyejinp2 from South Korea wrote on 17 August 2024
여행에서 제일 인상 깊었던 투어
아쿠아 어드벤처에서 고래 보기 투어 추천해요! 고래 보는 지점까지 가고 다시 돌아오는 과정도 수상보트 액티비티 느낌이라 재밌었어요. 이동속도가 빨라서 숙소에서 미리 멀미약 안 먹었으면 멀미했겠는걸 싶었어요 ㅋㅋㅋ 투어 전 멀미약 먹는 걸 추천드려요! 친정엄마랑 만 3살 아들이랑 갔는데 거의 3시간 반? 했는데 다들 너무 좋아하고 흥미진진해했어요ㅋㅋ 사진, 동영상 많이 찍구요. 스노클링하는 것도 선택할 수 있었는데 전 아들이 어려서 못해서 아쉬웠는데 뛰어들고 나오고 하는 것도 힘들어보여서 나중엔 고래보기만 하는게 편하구나 싶었어요ㅋㅋㅋ 그래도 제가 조금 더 젊고 체력이 좋았다면 고래나 해파리, 바다거북 등을 스노클링해서 보는 걸 선택했을 거에요. 현장 상황에 따라 시간이 더 길어질 수 있으니 예약된 일정이 없는 날에 고래 투어하는 걸 추천드려요. 그만큼 보트의 모든 사람들이 만족할 때까지 노력하는 업체였어요! 감사했어요🥰
lukew9 from New Zealand wrote on 01 October 2025
Whale extravaganza
Wow - could not have been happier with the experience. Saw a whale jumping early and thought it couldn't get any better. Then, ended up following a pod of 5 whales for over 90 minutes. Up close and personal, just in awe of the whole experience and the amazing animals in their natural element. Cannot recommend highly enough
Kim from New Zealand wrote on 01 October 2025
An incredible experience
We have been whale watching in the Goldcoast in the bigger boats. We thought to try this experience for something different. It was the best time we have ever had. Great commentary. Amazing to get so close to the whales who put on a fantastic show. Totally recommend this trip.
Srimal from Australia wrote on 28 September 2025
Aqua adventures whale swim
We had a wonderful trip with Aqua adventures. Monica our guide and skipper Adam did a fantastic job to ensure we all had a perfect day. Their knowledge and experience and love of the ocean really helped to give us the best opportunity to see whales both from the water and underwater. Both were magical experiences. Thank you so much to this fabulous team.
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Sihyoung Lee from South Korea wrote on 19 August 2024
Nice staff, amaizing tour
솔직히 작은 보트라 마지막까지 고민했는데 최고의 선택💗 원래 타려던 유명한 크루즈엔 사람 바글바글해서 이 배처럼 가까이서 보기 힘들었을듯 ㅠㅠ 스탭도 완전 친절 햇살 그자체 골코에서 고래 투어는 여기 추천해요!