Witness the giants of the Deep South.

Sydney's most intimate whale watching encounter. Departing daily from Circular Quay into the heart of the Pacific humpback migration path.

98% sighting rate

May – November

2.5 hours

Daily departures

Small group catamaran

Premium comfort

The experience

Engineered for the encounter, not the tour

100% whale sighting guarantee

If you don't spot a whale on your cruise, you'll come back on another departure free of charge — same season, no questions asked.

Comfortable luxe catamaran

Soft cushioned seating, space to move freely above and below deck, and three viewing decks built for the open ocean.

Small groups, best views

We cap capacity well below the boat's maximum so every guest gets unobstructed views and room to move.

The vessel

Built for stillness on a restless sea

Our partnered vessels are purpose-built for low-acoustic impact and three-deck visibility — so the whales stay curious, and you stay comfortable for every breach, fluke and song.

Length

24 metres

Viewing decks

3 levels

Max capacity

65 guests

Departure

Circular Quay

Recent sightings

Captured this week on the harbour

Real moments from our crew and guests — not stock photography. This is what a typical morning looks like on the Tasman Sea.

"An absolutely humbling experience. Being that close to a 40-tonne creature with the Sydney skyline on the horizon is something I'll never forget. The crew's reverence for the ocean was infectious."

Marcus Thorne

Expedition guest · July 2024

Common inquiries

Everything you need to know

Our sighting rate is over 98% during peak season, but nature is nature. If no whales are spotted on your cruise, we'll bring you back on any future departure within the same season — completely free.

Cruises depart from Eastern Pontoon, Circular Quay — a two-minute walk from Circular Quay train station and the Sydney Opera House.

The Sydney humpback migration runs from May through November. June and July are best for northern migration, while September and October offer the chance to see mothers with calves heading south.

Our partnered catamarans are engineered for stability, but if you're prone to motion sickness we recommend taking a preventative 30 minutes before boarding. Calmer seas typical of morning departures help, too.

Absolutely. We welcome ocean lovers of all ages, with full safety railings on every deck and an enclosed climate-controlled lounge for younger guests.

Layers (it's cooler on the water), a windbreaker, polarised sunglasses, sunscreen, and a camera. We provide complimentary tea, coffee and light snacks on board.

Limited daily departures

Ready for the encounter?

Secure your seat in seconds. Instant confirmation, free cancellation up to 48 hours before departure.

Sydney's premium whale watching experience. We partner with the harbour's most respected operators to bring you front-row access to the annual humpback migration.

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