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Gold Coast Explore New Zealand, Australia & Fiji!
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.
Available Bookings from 22 Jun to 5 Jul 2025
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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!
- Per Person $77.00 Less than 6 at this price!
Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme
Whale Watching Gold Coast
antheat1 from
NZ
Whale Watching Gold Coast
antheat1 from
NZ
Great trip.
michellec53 from
Australia
Great trip.
michellec53 from
Australia
Respectful and friendly staff
maxm2 from
Belgium
What a experience!
William from
Australia
What a experience!
William from
Australia
Awesome trip
Lynette from
NZ
Awesome trip
Lynette from
NZ
Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme
Showing all 24 authenticated Bookme reviews
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🥰
vickih3 from Australia wrote on 22 August 2022
Fantastic morning
Great day. Saw a few humpback whales close up. Water was choppy so we headed back 30 minutes early. Reading previous reviews we knew we were going to get wet and had waterproof jackets on. Also we had spare change of clothes back on land. Excellent commentary about the whales and all questions are expertly answered. Only 42 passengers on board so everyone gets a chance to see the whales.
Lynette from New Zealand wrote on 04 August 2022
Awesome trip
Fabulous trip . We chose aqua adventures as they have smaller numbers on their boats. We didn’t know what to expect but we’re overwhelmed with their knowledge and friendliness, plenty of jokes to enjoy. Their experience showed when watching the whales as Rob could pick which pod to enjoy , being in tune with their activeness . We managed to see a whale continue to breach time after time . He was respectful and knowledgeable of their behaviour. We even stayed overtime on the water . There’s no pressure to rush away . Muliana was a joy , so enthusiastic about the whales and able to answer any questions and provide great information. We absolutely recommend aqua adventures
gregm3 from Australia wrote on 28 July 2022
Best whale watching with a small group
This was the best day we had on the Gold Coast. We saw many whales and it was easy to see them from the boat as it wasn't too big with too many people onboard. I would recommend travelling with these guys and thanks Bookme for the great price.
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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!