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Mooloolaba: 2-Hour Whale Watching Adventure

4 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
Activity provider:Adventure Rafting
Mooloolaba: 2-Hour Whale Watching Adventure
4 out of 5 stars
4
4 out of 5 stars
4 reviews

Get up close to marine life on a whale watching tour from Mooloolaba. Have the chance to enjoy uninterrupted views of humpback whales on an open vessel.

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Duration 2 hours
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Live tour guide
English

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Highlights

  • Watch humpback whales frolic and play on the scenic Mooloolaba coastline
  • Get up close to the whales on an open ship with a low design
  • Experience breathtaking breaches, tail slaps, spy hops and peduncle throws
  • Hear educational commentary about the whales from your skipper
  • Ride on a fast ship to ensure you spend as much time with the whales as possible

Full description

Embark on a whale watching tour from Mooloolaba. Listen to educational commentary from your skipper as you get up close to humpback whales.


Hop aboard an open boat at Mooloolaba wharf. Cruise out to where the whales congregate in a speedy craft to make sure that you can see the whales for as long as possible. Admire the whales as they breach and slap their massive tails on the water.


Watch these majestic creatures from a low position in the water to ensure that your view is unobstructed. Discover facts about the whales from your skipper as you see them frolic and play on the coast.

Includes

  • 2 hour Whale watching tour
  • Get up close with the humpbacks
  • Toilet onboard
  • Experienced local Skipper and host
  • Great commentary and humpback whale education
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks

Not suitable for

  • Children under 5 years
  • Pregnant women
  • People with back problems
  • People with mobility impairments
  • Wheelchair users

Meeting point

Our tours depart from The Wharf Mooloolaba, 123 Parkyn Parade, Mooloolaba, QLD, 4557. PARKING: - There is free 4-hour parking available at The Wharf. - Please note, parking is limited, eave yourself ample time to secure a car park. BEFORE YOU TRAVEL: - Prior to arrival, please ensure all guests travelling have completed a participation waiver. https://waiver.smartwaiver.com/v/coastalexpress/ - If there are multiple people on your booking, please forward this confirmation email to the remaining party members so they can complete the waiver. WHERE TO FIND THE BOAT: - Our vessel departs from the jetty on the river side of the Wharf complex behind the restaurant 'Rice Boi'. - There is a directory located at the main entrance at The Wharf complex. ARRIVAL TIME: - Please arrive 30 minutes prior to departure.

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What to bring

  • Sunglasses
  • Hat
  • Sunscreen
  • Water
  • Comfortable clothes
  • Weather-appropriate clothing

From $58 per person

Reserve now & pay later to book your spot and pay nothing today
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Overall rating

4 /5

based on 4 reviews

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Karen – AustraliaSeptember 21, 2024 – Verified booking
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GetYourGuide traveler – AustraliaAugust 23, 2024 – Verified booking
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GetYourGuide traveler – AustraliaJuly 2, 2024 – Verified booking
Overall pretty disappointing, no whales or any other wildlife seen.

Product ID: 405827

Activity provider:Adventure Rafting
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  • Queensland
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