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Whale Watching Cruise with Spirit Of Gold Coast
Board the Spirit of Gold Coast and sail to the Humpback Highway!
What people are saying
Real highlights, tips, and the helpful advice straight from Bookme customers who’ve actually done this experience, summarised with AI support.
- emergencyMost customers praised the knowledgeable and friendly crew, enhancing the overall experience.
- emergencyMany enjoyed seeing numerous whales up close, with several sightings of breaching and playful behavior.
- emergencyThe trip was described as exciting and magical, with beautiful weather contributing to a pleasant outing.
- emergencyComplimentary snacks like biscuits and drinks were appreciated by guests, adding a nice touch to the cruise.
- emergencyOverall, the experience was highly recommended for its thrilling moments and informative commentary from the captain.
- star_shineBe prepared for potential seasickness; it's advisable to take motion sickness tablets before the trip.<br/>Consider going on a calmer day for a smoother experience.
Board the Spirit of Gold Coast and sail to the Humpback Highway!
Highlights
- Travel with a professional crew who will provide information and detailed commentary. We have a Marine Biologist on board who is passionate about the Marine Life and explains all about the Whale Migration.
- Guaranteed Whale Sighting – Get a free return trip if you don’t see whales on your cruise.
- Spectacular two and a half hour Whale Watching Cruise on board Spirit of Gold Coast.
- A truely magnificent experience for children and adults alike. The power of a tail slap from a 40 tonne sea creature will have you in awe.
Spend a morning on the water watching the gentle giants of the sea perform just for you. The sight of a whale breaching just meters away is an inspiring experience and you can be right in the action.
Whale watching is an incredible experience and a magnificent nature education for children and adults alike. The power of a tail slap from a 40 tonne sea creature will have you in awe.
The Spirit of Gold Coast for an adventure you won't forget. Their professional crew will give you an informative and detailed commentary throughout your cruise.
Don’t forget your camera – these are moments with the ocean’s largest inhabitants you’ll want to remember forever.
Duration: 2.5 Hours
Departure Time: Please arrive 9am for boarding
Location:Aqua Adventure Centre, 95 Marine Parade, Southport 4215
Meeting Point:Once you arrive at the Aqua Adventures Centre, please meet the Spirit Team outside of the Broadwater Cafe. Our meeting location is on the grass, on the left-hand-side of the Broadwater Cafe.
All prices are shown inAUD ($)
- Per Adult$69.00
- Per Child$59.00
- Child Under 4 Free of Charge
- Per Adult$69.00
- Per Child$59.00
- Child Under 4 Free of Charge
- Per Adult$69.00
- Per Child$59.00
- Child Under 4 Free of Charge
- Per Adult$69.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Child$59.00
- Child Under 4 Free of Charge
- Per Adult$69.00
- Per Child$59.00
- Child Under 4 Free of Charge
- Per Adult$69.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Child$59.00
- Child Under 4 Free of Charge
- Per Adult$69.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Child$59.00
- Child Under 4 Free of Charge
- Per Adult$69.00
- Per Child$59.00
- Child Under 4 Free of Charge
- Per Adult$69.00
- Per Child$59.00
- Child Under 4 Free of Charge
- Per Adult$69.00
- Per Child$59.00
- Child Under 4 Free of Charge
- Per Adult$69.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Child$59.00
- Child Under 4 Free of Charge
- Per Adult$69.00
- Per Child$59.00
- Child Under 4 Free of Charge
- Per Adult$69.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Child$59.00
- Child Under 4 Free of Charge
- Per Adult$70.00
- Per Child$59.00
- Child Under 4 Free of Charge
- Per Adult$70.00
- Per Child$59.00
- Child Under 4 Free of Charge
- Per Adult$70.00
- Per Child$59.00
- Child Under 4 Free of Charge
- Per Adult$70.00
- Per Child$59.00
- Child Under 4 Free of Charge
- Per Adult$70.00
- Per Child$59.00
- Child Under 4 Free of Charge
- Per Adult$70.00
- Per Child$59.00
- Child Under 4 Free of Charge
- Per Adult$70.00
- Per Child$59.00
- Child Under 4 Free of Charge
- Per Adult$70.00
- Per Child$59.00
- Child Under 4 Free of Charge
- Per Adult$70.00
- Per Child$59.00
- Child Under 4 Free of Charge
- Per Adult$70.00
- Per Child$59.00
- Child Under 4 Free of Charge
Authenticated Reviews
Real highlights, tips, and the helpful advice straight from Bookme customers who’ve actually done this experience.
Authenticated Reviews
Real highlights, tips, and the helpful advice straight from Bookme customers who’ve actually done this experience, summarised with AI support
- emergencyMost customers praised the knowledgeable and friendly crew, enhancing the overall experience.
- emergencyMany enjoyed seeing numerous whales up close, with several sightings of breaching and playful behavior.
- emergencyThe trip was described as exciting and magical, with beautiful weather contributing to a pleasant outing.
- emergencyComplimentary snacks like biscuits and drinks were appreciated by guests, adding a nice touch to the cruise.
- emergencyOverall, the experience was highly recommended for its thrilling moments and informative commentary from the captain.
- star_shineBe prepared for potential seasickness; it's advisable to take motion sickness tablets before the trip.
Consider going on a calmer day for a smoother experience.
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Natalie from Australia wrote on 06 September 2025
Fantastic
Awesome!experience! Whales were so close mugging our boat
Rosie from Australia wrote on 16 July 2025
Exciting trip!
We really enjoyed our whale watching trip with the Spirit of Gold Coast crew yesterday. Although we had to travel quite a distance out to see the whales, it was amazing seeing them calmly cruising through the water, and finally one of them breached not far from us which was a thrilling moment for us. Would definitely recommend!
rosalieh1 from Australia wrote on 24 July 2025
Underwhelming
We saw a couple of spout exhausts and one whale at quite a distance away, near another boat, but it disappeared before we got closer. No return experience tickets were issued and it was a very under whelming experience. No photos taken as it would be all water.
Annette van Dongen from Australia wrote on 04 November 2025
The worst trip ever
The unprofessional, disengaged staff, unsafe conditions and vessel and no whales made this experience like an episode of holidays from hell. Most people were sick and good luck getting any crew help. No refund and who would take the offer of doing all this again in the hope of seeing a whale? Would give no stars!
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jeremyg from New Zealand wrote on 02 October 2025
Amazing
Fantastic day trip, great commentary from the captain. Saw heaps of whales and was treated to a display from 2 pairs of mum and calf playing!