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Circular Quay Wharf 6, Sydney NSW 2000, AustraliaHop-on-hop-off

Sydney: Whale Watching Exploration Adventure with Two-Day Hop On Hop Off Explorer Pass & Whale Sighting Guarantee

Embark on a whale-watching cruise and discover one of the world’s most beautiful harbours on this Sydney adventure. Visit this sandstone coastline that serves as an ocean playground for whales of all kinds – Humpbacks, Southern Right Whales and Minke. Keep an eye out for dolphins (sometimes in their hundreds), seals and even a cheeky penguin or two. Make the most of your Sydney experience with an included two-day Hop On Hop Off Explorer Pass that allows you to visit the best Harbour destinations, including Taronga Zoo, Shark Island, Watsons Bay and Manly!

Inclusions
  • Valid for one infant (0–3), one child (4–15) or one adult (16+)
  • 2.5-hour (approximately) morning whale watching experience
  • Two-day Hop On Hop Off Harbour Explorer Pass commencing on the same day as the Whale Watching Cruise
  • Expert commentary
  • Family friendly, comfortable indoor and outdoor seating over multiple viewing decks
  • See dolphins, seals and birds as you cruise past the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge
  • Visit must-see Sydney locations with the Explorer Pass, including stops at Circular Quay, Taronga Zoo, Shark Island and Manly Wharf
  • Whale sighting guaranteed or cruise again in the same season for free
  • Available: select dates: 9:30am–12.00pm
  • Bookings valid from 17 May to 2 November 2025
  • Whale-watching is seasonal from May – September only
Overview
Duration: From 7 hours
Printed, Mixed, Digital vouchers accepted
From 1.893.997 ₫ /person
Includes taxes & fees
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Circular Quay Wharf 6, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
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Location

Circular Quay Wharf 6, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

Things to know

  • Please complete the mandatory Whale Watching Contact Form prior to arrival at check-in: https://bit.ly/44PEUcl
  • Wear layers and weather-appropriate clothing as it often is colder on open waters
  • Light snacks, soft drinks and water are sold onboard
  • Camera
  • As this is an open-water cruise, departures are subject to weather conditions. Call the reconfirmation hotline +61 (02) 8062 3623 from 7.15am on the day of your cruise for departure confirmation

Selected days

Availability:

  • Available: select dates: 9:30am–12.00pm
  • Whale-watching is seasonal from May – September only
  • Departure Point: Whale Watching Cruise and two-day Hop On Hop Off Habour Explorer Pass both depart from Wharf 6, Circular Quay
  • All passengers must arrive 15–30 minutes before departure for check-in. Late arrivals and no-shows voids offer and the vessel will not wait
  • Bookings valid from 17 May to 2 November 2025

Important:

  • Cruise is valid for morning departure only
  • Cruises are open seating and guests are welcome to move freely between designated seating and open-air areas of the vessel
  • Meals and drinks are not included. Any excess amount is payable directly to venue
  • All vessels are fitted with onboard toilets
  • Please complete the mandatory Whale Watching Contact Form prior to arrival at check-in: https://bit.ly/44PEUcl
  • Most cruises are accessible – please see here for further information
  • All children must be escorted by paying adults (18+). Children are welcome to cruise, however please keep in mind that you are on a vessel for up to three hours and sometimes children do get restless. Infants under 4 years are free of charge but are not recommended on open water cruises

Terms & Conditions:

  • Two-day Hop On Hop Off Habour Explorer Pass is valid for two consecutive calendar days commencing on the day of your Whale Watching Cruise. Boarding passes must be collected from Circular Quay Wharf 6
  • The Whale Guarantee applies when a whale is not sighted during the cruise. In this case, passengers can cruise again in the same season for free on a standby basis confirmed 24-hours prior, subject to availability
  • Cruises are subject to weather conditions. Please refer to the predicted weather and comfort levels information for a seven-day forecast. Cruises may be cancelled in the event of extreme weather conditions at the discretion of Captain Cook Cruises Sydney
  • Whale-watching is seasonal from May – September only
  • Vessels may be subsituted without notice due to availability and maintenance requirements
  • Whale sighting success rate for cruises is over 95%. In the unlikely event a whale is not sighted during the cruise, participants may cruise again once for free, in the same season
  • As this is an open-water cruise, departures are subject to weather conditions. Call the reconfirmation hotline +61 (02) 8062 3623 from 7.15am on the day of your cruise for departure confirmation

Cancellations

  • All payments are non-refundable, and cancellations incur a 100% cancellation fee
  • Refunds are not available for services not availed once travel has commenced
  • Late arrivals and no-shows voids offer

Changes to booking

  • One date change is permitted up to 24 hours prior to travel date with any difference in the fare payable by the customer
  • Additional date changes incur a $20 per person non-refundable fee, in addition to any difference in the fare

Please Note:

  • Bookings for this offer are limited and subject to availability. Not valid with any other offer
  • Entire value must be used in one visit; any unused portions will be forfeited, and cannot be used at a later date

Important:

  • The venue you are attending may have health, insurance and vaccination requirements in place. Please ensure you stay up to date with any requirements prior to your visit
  • We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Full terms and conditions are located on the terms and conditions page of our website

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Discover the world’s most beautiful harbour in a unique and refreshingly local way with Captain Cook Cruises Sydney. With five decades of experience in premier cruise lining, Captian Cook Cruises offer premium private charters, events, dining cruises and sightseeing cruises perfect for you and your family.

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