Whale Watching Cruise with Breakfast or BBQ Lunch

4 min

Sydney, Australia

About this activity

Cruise from Circular Quay to spot humpback whales breaching off the Sydney coastline. Watch these majestic creatures up close during their migration—an unforgettable seasonal experience for all ages.

Highlights

Humpback whale watching Sydney cruise.
Brekkie or BBQ lunch onboard.
Witness whales breaching Pacific waters.
Depart from Circular Quay adventure.
Family-friendly wildlife experience Australia.
Unforgettable whale sighting near Bondi Beach.
Expert guides reveal whale migration facts.
Perfect photography moments on ocean cruise.
Seasonal whale encounters off Watsons Bay.
Enjoy Sydney Harbour to sea journey..

Full description

Join a spectacular whale watching cruise from Circular Quay and witness the annual humpback migration along Sydney’s coast. Departing from the Eastern Pontoon outside Searock Grill, this tour takes you into open ocean waters where over 30,000 whales are expected to pass this season. Watch in awe as humpbacks breach, tail-slap, and surface near the vessel. Enjoy expert commentary on whale behavior, conservation, and the species’ remarkable recovery. Choose a morning cruise with breakfast or an afternoon trip with a BBQ lunch, depending on your schedule. With growing whale populations and incredible photo opportunities, this is a must-do marine experience for nature lovers, families, and photographers alike.

Included / Excluded

4-hour whale watching cruise from Eastern Pontoon, Circular Quay, along Sydney Harbour, out through Sydney Heads and return.
Informative commentary on whales, their migration patterns and behaviour including a number of interesting facts and statistics.
Hot breakfast served on board. Vegetarian and specific dietary requirements can be catered for with sufficient notice. (Brekkie Cruise)
Tea, Coffee and Water (Brekkie Cruise)
BBQ Buffet Lunch on-board. Vegetarian and specific dietary requirements can be catered for with sufficient notice. (BBQ Lunch Cruise)

Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Motion sickness medication
Souvenir photos or merchandise
Personal expenses

Meeting point

Start Location

Eastern Pontoon Circular Quay, 7 Macquarie St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

Important information

Know before you book

Whale Sightings Guaranteed: If no whales are spotted, you’ll receive a free return cruise.
Breakfast Included: A light breakfast is served onboard — dietary requests must be made in advance.
Departure Point: Cruise departs from Eastern Pontoon, Circular Quay (outside Searock Grill)
Departure Point: Cruise departs from Eastern Pontoon, Circular Quay (outside Searock Grill).
Booking Cut-Off: Bookings close approximately 15 minutes before departure time.

Know before you go

Arrival Time: Please arrive at least 15 minutes before departure for check-in at Eastern Pontoon, Circular Quay (outside Searock Grill).
Whale Guarantee: If no whales are sighted, you’ll receive a free return cruise.
Seating: Indoor and outdoor seating available on a modern, wheelchair-accessible vessel.
Breakfast Included: A light breakfast is served onboard — please advise of dietary requirements in advance.
Restrooms: Onboard toilet facilities are available.