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Whale Watching with Aqua Adventures - Max 12 Passengers - Departs Southport

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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.
Per Person $119.00 (3 years +)

What's included

  • Up to 2-3h* return whale watching cruise on Game Changer express boat.
  • Participate in whale research activities (optional)
  • Waterproof jackets provided

Duration

  • 2.5 Hours (Approx)

Location

  • Aqua Adventures Centre
  • 95 Marine Parade
  • Southport QLD 4215
  • Australia

Restrictions

  • Children under the age of 2 are free, however, are required to sit on a parents lap.


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.

Notes

  • -Please note that departure times can vary and are subject to change at short notice. Please keep your phone available for any updates.

    -Any person with a serious medical condition, including pregnancy or physical disability, should please email us beforehand or consult your treating doctor prior to booking.

    -Participants are advised to bring appropriate clothing / spray jacket in the event that you may get partially wet due to sea spray.

    -All of our tours must reach a minimum to depart.

    -Our return trip duration is 2 - 3 hours. If whales are not spotted on a designated whale watch tour between the months of June to September, each passenger will be entitled to a stand-by ticket enabling them to return on another subsequent tour date within the current season, subject to availability.

Available Bookings from4 Jun to 17 Jun 2026

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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

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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.

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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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claudiaf1 from Australia wrote on 20 September 2025

Woah, impressed !

The crew went above and beyond to make this experience one of a kind for everyone on board, Monica was very knowledgeable and very willing to answer any questions with enthusiasm. couldn't ask for better people. The boat was very well. kept with comfortable seats and been a small boat, the capitan did everything possible to keep everyone happy while still been respectful of the whales

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Cara from New Zealand wrote on 04 September 2025

Outstanding experience

From start to finish, the best experience. Great guides, plenty of efforts to locate and respect the whales. Knowledgeable info shared. Words can’t describe how majestic these creatures are, or how special the experience. Breathtakingly special.

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