Skip to content
Vacantier

Activity Brisbane, Australia

Brisbane Whale Watching Cruise from Redcliffe or Brisbane City

4.8 (1,097 reviews) 5 hours Free cancellation
Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Brisbane Whale Watching Cruise from Redcliffe or Brisbane City

About this activity

Enjoy exciting, up-close encounters with humpback whales as they migrate through the crystal clear waters of Brisbane’s Moreton Bay between the months of June and November. Be amazed as you watch these gentle giants of the sea breech and play within meters of the luxury high-speed catamaran. Your whale watching cruise includes a gourmet picnic lunchbox. Choose to join the whale watching cruise at Redcliffe Jetty or include round trip coach transport from Brisbane or the Sunshine Coast. Standard / Premium / VIP Options available.

Sailing Nature and Wildlife Tours Whale Watching On the Water Dolphin Watching Wildlife Encounters Wildlife Watching Excellent Quality

At a glance

Duration
5 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 150 people
People per booking
1–30
Operated by
Brisbane Whale Watching

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–14 years) · Youth (15–15 years) · Adults (16–64 years) · Seniors (65–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Professional guide and live commentary
  • Included: Gourmet picnic lunchbox (vegetarian/vegan on request)
  • Included: Guaranteed whale sightings

Not included

  • Not included: Alcoholic drinks, soft drinks, and snacks (available for purchase onboard)
  • Not included: Souvenirs (available for purchase)
  • Not included: Hotel pickup outside designated areas

Itinerary

Brisbane Whale Watching invites you to come on board the magnificent ‘Eye Spy’ for an encounter with the whales. Of all the great whales, the Humpback is the most surface active displaying behaviour that will not only inspire you but leave you in awe. There quite clearly is no better place to observe the mighty Humpback Whale than Brisbane’s Moreton Bay, recognised as one of the world’s best whale watching destinations. We believe that providing people with an opportunity to witness these amazing creatures first hand, not only do we put a lot of smiles on faces, but offer an increased awareness of the beauty of nature and the need to nurture our precious wildlife. Your adventure includes: - Beautiful fresh picnic lunchbox (Vegetarian and Vegan options available) - Extensive and informative commentary - A portion of every ticket is donated to whale charities - A licensed bar, snack and souvenir counter is available - GUARANTEED Whale Sightings

  1. Stop 1

  2. Brisbane Whale Watching

  3. Brisbane

  4. Redcliffe

  5. Moreton Bay Region

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Eye Spy is moored on the Northern Finger of the Redcliffe Jetty, Redcliffe Parade, Redcliffe, Qld.

    Boarding commences at 9.00am for a 10.00am departure and returns approximately 2.00pm - 2.30pm.

End point

  • Eye Spy is moored on the Northern Finger of the Redcliffe Jetty, Redcliffe Parade, Redcliffe, Qld.

    Boarding commences at 9.00am for a 10.00am departure and returns approximately 2.00pm - 2.30pm.

Pickup points

  • The Sebel Brisbane
  • Oaks Brisbane Festival Suites
  • The Great Southern Hotel Brisbane
  • Hyatt Regency Brisbane
  • Oaks Brisbane Casino Tower Suites
  • Royal On The Park Hotel
  • Adina Brisbane
  • Stamford Plaza Brisbane
  • Oaks Brisbane on Charlotte Suites
  • Pullman Brisbane King George Square
  • Adina Brisbane Anzac Square
  • Mecure Brisbane King George Square

and 13 more pickup points

We do collect guests from a range of hotels however the locations noted are our most common locations. Pickup times range from 7.45am through to 8.30am.

Please contact our office +61 (7) 3880 0477 for your updated Brisbane transfer pickup location and time. Times do vary depending of the hotel location in the Brisbane CBD area.

Using your ticket

  • Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Please notify the local operator regarding your hotel information when booking (if pickup option is selected)

  • Infant meals not included

  • No food is allowed on board

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

  • Operates in most weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Options

  • Premium Whale Watching

    Premium Seating Upgrade: Spoil yourself with a PREMIUM Whale Watching experience with reserved seat at a guaranteed window table.

  • W/Watching - Ex Brisbane CBD

    Departing Brisbane: Whale watching cruise from Redcliffe Jetty including roundtrip transport from Brisbane Hotels only - Starting from 7.0am. Please contact our reservation staff on +61 (7) 3880 0477 for pickup time and location. lunch included. Guaranteed whale sightings.

    Pickup included

  • Whale Watching - Direct

    Departing Redcliffe Jetty: Whale watching cruise departing Redcliffe Jetty. Boarding commences at 9am for a 10am departure and returns at 2.30pm. lunch included. Guaranteed Sighting

  • VIP Whale Watching

    VIP Captains Lounge Upgrade: Spoil yourself with a VIP Whale Watching experience from Eye Spy's spacious and exclusive VIP Captain’s Lounge - Limited Seat

    Duration: 5 hours: Boarding commences at 9.00am for a 10.00am departure and returns between 2.00pm - 2.30pm

    Additional Extras: Exclusive hostess; Priority boarding and priority lunch; Complimentary beverage of your choice - Maximum 40 guests

  • Premium - Ex Brisbane CBD

    Departing Brisbane: Whale watching cruise from Redcliffe Jetty including roundtrip transport from Brisbane Hotels

    Pickup included

  • VIP - Ex Brisbane CBD

    Pickup included

Traveller ratings

4.8 out of 5 · 1,097 reviews
5
90%
4
7%
3
2%
2
1%
1
1%

Activities, prices and reviews are from Viator. Booking and payment happen on Viator; Vacantier may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

Brisbane Whale Watching Cruise from Redcliffe or Brisbane City

Pick a day to see the times and the price

See dates

We use cookies

Necessary cookies keep the site running and cannot be switched off. With your consent we also load Google Analytics, which tells us how the site is used, and our affiliate partners' scripts (Travelpayouts, Kiwi.com), which set cookies to credit us with bookings made through us. Details in the Cookie Policy.

  • Necessary

    The session, form protection, signing in, your chosen currency and this choice. The site does not work without them.

    Always on

  • Analytics

    Google Analytics. Counts visits and which pages and offers are used, so we know what to improve. It never receives your name, email or account.

  • Marketing and affiliate

    The Travelpayouts scripts and the Kiwi.com flight search. They set their own cookies, through which the partner knows you came from Vacantier.