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Whale Watching & Sydney Harbour Cruises from Darling Harbour

There’s no better way to experience Sydney than from the water. Departing daily from Darling Harbour, our small-group cruises take you out past the Opera House and Harbour Bridge and onto the open harbour, for a relaxed and personal experience that never feels crowded.

From May to November, during Sydney’s whale watching season, our Sydney Whale Cruise heads out in search of the humpback whales that migrate along the coastline off North Head, Manly. If you would rather simply take in the sights, our Sydney Harbour sightseeing cruise glides past the city’s most iconic landmarks while you soak up its beaches, parks, coastline and rich history.

Our Sydney Harbour Cruises

Sydney Whale Cruise

  • 1.5 Hours
  • May to November
Set sail from Darling Harbour, passing iconic Sydney landmarks to meet the migrating Humpback Whales at North Head, Manly. Our intimate vessel offers a closer, personal viewing, ensuring a memorable journey.
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Sydney Harbour Sightseeing Cruise

  • 1 Hour
  • May to November
Cruise the world's most beautiful harbour and discover the history of Sydney. Glide past the iconic Opera House and Harbour Bridge while soaking up the natural beauty of the city's beaches, parks, and coastline.
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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know before boarding

Our Sydney Whale Cruise heads out past the Opera House and Harbour Bridge to see migrating humpback whales off North Head, Manly. The Sydney Harbour Sightseeing Cruise focuses on Sydney’s landmarks, history, beaches and coastline. Both depart from Darling Harbour.

Sydney’s whale watching season runs from May to November, when humpback whales migrate along the coastline, heading north for winter and then south again with their calves.

You’ll glide past the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge and take in the city’s beaches, parks and coastline, discovering the history of the harbour along the way.

Yes! There are limited tickets per trip – therefore our tours can sell out! (Not to worry – they are never overcrowded). We recommend toΒ book as far in advance as you can to ensure your desired day and time! You can make last minute bookings – to do so please call us on 13004 WHALES or book online.Β 

The cruise Duration is 2.5 to 3 hours. We cruise though Sydney Harbor and then out on to the open ocean looking for whales along the Humpback Highway.Β 

The Boat departs from King Street Wharf 6, Lime Street, Sydney.

Our tours operate on Port Venture, an 18.5-metre, five-level custom catamaran offering a spacious and stable ride for whale watching in Sydney conditions. Built with wide decks, wheelchair accessibility, and accessible amenities, Port Venture gives passengers plenty of room to move between viewing levels for the best vantage point on every encounter with humpback whales and other wildlife.

On our whale watching tours we advise to have something warm to wear as well as a spray or windproof jacket. It will often feel colder at sea, so please ensure that you dress according to the weather!

Extra things we would recommend to bring:

  • Hat or Beanie
  • Appropriate weather jacket or jumper
  • Appropriate footwear (we advise no open style shoes onboard our vessel)
  • Drinking water + light snacks
  • Camera

Every single day out on the water is different due to forever changing weather, wind and swell conditions! If you are unsure or want an update of the current conditions, don’t hesitate to give us a call!

Yes! You are not required to wear lifejackets on board our vessel – our crew will demonstrate how to use these lifejackets in case of emergency during our safety briefing.

Yes we do! If this is something you are interested in please call the office on 13004 WHALES or send an email to cruise@sydneywhalewhisperer.com.au

We reserve the right to cancel our cruises if we determine that the sea conditions pose a risk to our guests or are exceedingly unsuitable to cruise upon. We will make every effort to provide you with as much notice as we can by monitoring sea conditions and forecasts to prevent any disruption. Forecasts, however, are not always reliable, and sea conditions can alter suddenly. Please give us a call the day before you depart if you have any questions regarding the circumstances or if you will be travelling a distance. Should we have to cancel a cruise, you will be able to reschedule your reservation for a different day (based on availability)

Please be mindful that continual motion is anticipated, dependent upon the state of the sea.

Please notify our staff in advance so that we can make plans for you to be seated towards the back of the ship. If you know you are sensitive or prone to being sea sick we advise that you think about adopting some safety measures and speak to your local pharmacist.

Yes our vessel Port Venture has recently arrived in Sydney and is fully wheelchair accessible.

While we always do our best to find whales, on the rare chance we don’t, we offer a free re-cruise so you can rebook with us within 5 days of your original trip.

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