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Whales In Paradise has a few things going for it. They are the only whale watching tour to leave from Surfers Paradise, they have two boats and now offer 5 trips daily. This makes them very easy to fit into your itinerary, especially if you are staying in Surfers Paradise.
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Gold Coast Whale Watching Season is CLOSED FOR 2022!
2022 Whale Watching season is now CLOSED on Gold Coast.
Whale Watching Season from usually from late May and runs through to early November.
Check out the booking options for Whale Watching including current deals as they become available, often with huge savings.
Whales In Paradise Surfers Paradise
Whales In Paradise Only Whale Watching Cruise To Depart From Surfers Paradise.
They have two custom designed whale watching boats. These catamarans offer greater stability in the water and a more intimate experience for visitors.
This season they are offering 5 cruises daily during the whale watching season, enabling visitors a wider choice of departure times to fit in with other activities.
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Whale tail off the coast of Surfers Paradise.
Quick Facts about Whales in Paradise Gold Coast Whale Watching
Whales in Paradise is the only Gold Coast whale watching tour that leaves from the heart of Surfers Paradise for their whale watching tour aboard their two customised catamarans Mahi Mahi and Kaiala.
There are 4tours daily. These are the times of the cruises:
8.30am (boarding 8.10am)
10.30am (boarding 10.10am)
12.30pm (boarding 12.10pm)
2.30pm to 5.45pm
(boarding 2.10pm)
Maximum on the cruise is 65 passengers for Mahi Mahi and 120 passengers for Kaiala. This tour includes a cruise through the canals of Surfers Paradise.
Departure is from the Surfers
Paradise Jetty at the western end of Cavill Mall. The jetty is to be found
between
Appel Park and the Vibe Hotel at 42
Ferny Avenue.
You need to be
at the jetty about half an hour before the tour
departs.
Pre-book your tours,
especially during school holidays as the the whale watching tour fill
up quickly especially the 11am cruise.
About This Gold Coast Whale Watching Tour Operator
Whales in Paradise has two boats. A 14m catamaran called the Mahi Mahi which was commissioned in 2008. And a new boat called Kaiala which is 16m long and was commissioned in 2015.
Whilst Mahi Mahi is one of smaller of the Gold Coast whale watching boats, it offers viewing closer to the water and plenty of rail space. The larger boat Kaiala also has similar close to water viewing for it's passengers to enjoy the whale watching.
Both boats have several viewing platforms and a low centre of gravity to reduce swaying (and help reduce feeling of seasickness). And feature eco engines for the safety of the environment and the whales.
There is 360 degree viewing including the bow and their unique water
level viewing platform to help you get really up close and personal with the whales!
The smaller catamaran takes only 65 passengers, whilst the larger one can cater for up to 120 passengers. Both are smaller than the ones that go from Marina Mirage and Sea World.
Book your Surfers Paradise Whale Watching tour.
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Surfers Paradise Whale Watching
EASY ACCESS - GREAT VALUEThese cruises go from the heart of Surfers Paradise, so you don't need transfers! Departs 4 times per day - morning, midday and afternoon.
BE QUICK. Click for more info or BOOK NOW...
Surfers Paradise Whale Watching
3½ hours inc. Canal Cruise
Great Value & Options for Visitors- Adult
- $99
- Child (0-14)
- $69
- Family (2A 2C)
- $267
Surfers Paradise Whale Watch
Surfers Paradise Whale Watching Cruises
5 Cruises Per Day For Great FlexibilityThis is the only whale watching cruise that leaves from the centre of Surfers Paradise.
If you are staying in Surfers, Broadbeach, Main Beach or even Southport, you can either walk (Surfers Paradise only) or take the new G:Link or a bus to this cruise. No need to use an attraction transfer for this one!
If you need to drive, you can easily park across the road, under Circle on Cavill or Chevron Renaissance. Parking charges will apply.
There are a couple of great advantages for this whale watch including the convenience of the departure location, a bonus canal cruise to see the houses of the rich and famous from the Gold Coast before you head out to see the whales and the flexibility to choose one of 5 daily cruises to see the whales.
Cruises are just over 3 hours and depart at 7.30am, 9am, 11am, 1pm and 2.30pm daily. You need to be checked in at least 20 minutes before departure.
This whale watching company offers the following guarantee: 'Guaranteed whale sightings or free return cruise.'
All cruises are dependent upon weather conditions, which is why I always recommend you plan your itinerary for your holiday beforehand.
Book your cruise before you arrive in Gold Coast and make sure it is early in the vacation.
This is in case it has to be rescheduled due to weather conditions - it would be terrible to miss out on seeing the whales.BE QUICK. Click for more info or BOOK NOW.
Whale Watching from Surfers Paradise
Adult $99
Child (0-14 years) $69
Family (2 Adults + 2 Children) $267
BOOK NOWOutstanding Value - no credit card or booking fees. Print your own or use mobile vouchers.
Review of this Gold Coast Whale Watching Tour
Please note that tours details change from year to year, including times etc. Please check details when booking.
Current Review
This tour is convenient if you are staying in a Surfers Paradise. You may be able to walk to the jetty to catch this trip depending upon where you are staying, saving you on transfers or taxis.
If you drive, you will can park and pay under Chevron Renaissance, Circle
on Cavill or Bishop Bruce Car Park (also known as the Transit Centre Car Park on Beach Road) which is a little further away, but a little less expensive. If you are staying in Surfers it is definitely a bonus if you can walk!
Previously, I have made comments about the size of these boats, however after talking with Anthony, who has been operating this business since 2004, he assures me that you are less likely to get sea sick on a smaller boat as there is less of a pendulum movement that you get on the bigger boats.
One of the nifty things that Anthony also told me was that they are really upfront about the conditions out to sea each day. Passengers are briefed beforehand and can purchase motion sickness tablets from the crew if needed. Because the first half hour or so is the calm water cruise of the canals and the Gold Coast broadwater, by the time you get to the Gold Coast seaway the tablets should have kicked in and you are ready for an awesome couple of hours of whale spotting!
On your cruise your crew will point out interesting architecture and houses of the Gold Coast's rich and famous, whilst you navigate the canals and Nerang River to the Broadwater.
They claim this to be the longest whale watching tour on the
coast. The
reality is you won't spend any more time with the whales on this tour,
however you do get the bonus canal cruise and time for the seasickness meds to kick in if you need them!
They guarantee sightings or you can return on a free cruise, and they
claim to have 100% sighting record.
The 11am tour is particularly popular and it is recommended to book ahead and early in your holiday in case it needs to be rescheduled due to bad weather.
If whale watching from Surfers Paradise is not what you are looking for, don't forget to check out the other tour operators in the Gold Coast to find something to suit your needs.
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Current Top Options Whale Watching In Gold Coast
Here's a selection of the best current deals at the moment for the whale watching in Gold Coast. Please check here for all whale watching options including Coolangatta option for those staying in southern Gold Coast.
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Sea World Whale Watching
POPULAR OPTIONThis cruise is ALWAYS POPULAR with a well respected cruise operator.
Morning cruise goes every day during season. Lots of parking close by and easy to get to using shuttle buses, or public transport.Sea World Whale Watch
Great Value for Visitors- Adult
- $99.00
- Child (3-13)
- $79.00
- Family (2A 2C)
- $300.00
Sea World Whale Watch
Sea World Whale Watching Cruise
This popular cruise is often fully booked, so it is worth booking ahead, especially during school holidays.
Sea World Whale Watch is a popular option, because it is easily recognisable, it has a large boat and is backed by the professionalism of Sea World.
Sea World Whale Watch Cruises are available in the morning from 10am to 12.30pm and sometimes in the afternoon from 2pm to 4pm (though you will need to check for dates and availability on the links provided).
You will need to arrange transfers to get to the Sea World Cruise Terminal - which is in the car park of Sea World. You can use the standard Sea World theme park transfer for the morning cruise.
This season there are two cruises daily. The morning cruise departs around 10am returning around 12.30pm. The afternoon cruise (not always available) departs around 2pm returning around 4.30pm. All cruises are dependent upon weather conditions, which is why I always recommend you plan your itinerary for your holiday beforehand and book in your cruise early in the vacation, in case it has to be rescheduled. It would be terrible to miss out on seeing the whales.
Sea World offers the following guarantee: 'Guaranteed sightings or full refund will be provided except during the months of May and November'
Sea World Whale Watching Cruise
Adult $99
Child (3-13 years) $79
Family (2A+2Ch) $300
Sea World Whale WatchOutstanding Value - no credit card or booking fees. Print your own vouchers. Mobile Vouchers Accepted.
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Surfers Paradise Whale Watching
EASY ACCESS - GREAT VALUEThese cruises go from the heart of Surfers Paradise, so you don't need transfers! Departs 4 times per day - two in the morning morning, a midday and an afternoon departure.
BE QUICK. Click for more info or BOOK NOW...Surfers Paradise Whale Watching
3½ hours inc. Canal Cruise
Great Value & Options for Visitors- Adult
- $99
- Child (0-14)
- $69
- Family (2A 2C)
- $267
Surfers Paradise Whale Watch
Surfers Paradise Whale Watching Cruises
4 Cruises Per Day For Great FlexibilityThis is the only whale watching cruise that leaves from the centre of Surfers Paradise.
If you are staying in Surfers, Broadbeach, Main Beach or even Southport, you can either walk (Surfers Paradise only) or take the new G:Link or a bus to this cruise. No need to use an attraction transfer for this one!
If you need to drive, you can easily park across the road, under Circle on Cavill or Chevron Renaissance. Parking charges will apply.
There are a couple of great advantages for this whale watch including the convenience of the departure location, a bonus canal cruise to see the houses of the rich and famous from the Gold Coast before you head out to see the whales and the flexibility to choose one of 4 daily cruises to see the whales.
Cruises are just over 3 hours and depart at 8.30am, 10.30am, 12.30pm and 2.30pm daily. You need to be checked in at least 20 minutes before departure.
This whale watching company offers the following guarantee: 'Guaranteed whale sightings or free return cruise.'
All cruises are dependent upon weather conditions, which is why I always recommend you plan your itinerary for your holiday beforehand.
Book your cruise before you arrive in Gold Coast and make sure it is early in the vacation.
This is in case it has to be rescheduled due to weather conditions - it would be terrible to miss out on seeing the whales.BE QUICK. Click for more info or BOOK NOW.
Whale Watching from Surfers Paradise
Adult $99
Child (0-14 years) $69
Family (2 Adults + 2 Children) $267
BOOK NOWOutstanding Value - no credit card or booking fees. Print your own or use mobile vouchers.
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