Small Boat Whale Watching Tour in Gold Coast | La Vacanza Travel

Small Boat Whale Watching Tour in Gold Coast

Duration: 3 hours
Destination: Australia, Queensland, Gold Coast
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  • 3 hours
  • Gold Coast
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Our Small Boat Whale Watching tour is an absolutely personalised experience. This 2-3h Gold Coast Whale Watching adventure tour is on a smaller vessel with a maximum of 8 participants. Spectators can look forward to closer and longer encounters as humpback whales do not feel intimated by a smaller vessel. The outer tubes of our semi-inflatable vessel are only 50cm above the water surface. This even allows you to submerge your waterproof camera on passing whales for some great underwater shots for those lucky enough.

Whilst no vessel is allowed to approach whales closer than 100m, our experience shows that the whales are usually approaching us whilst our engines are turned off and the vessel drifts through the water. For this very reason, our vessel is frequently chartered by research groups to conduct field surveys and sampling.

Itinerary

We utilise a small vessel in small groups of upto 12 guests, providing an unparalleled, personal, and boutique whale watching experience. We closely work with researchers and encourage all our guests to become inspired by what we do.

Why a small vessel?

You can literally touch the ocean and feel the spray of whales blows in your face! That is how close you are to the water surface on our boat. When we say to get at eye level with our humpback whales, we really mean it. You can look forward to closer and longer encounters as humpback whales do not feel intimated by a smaller vessel! Due to its small size and quiet engine, whales love to check out our boat up close.

For your convenience, we provide courtesy spray jackets and inflatable life vests to keep you safe and dry.

We look forward to welcoming you on our small boat.

Inclusions
  • Spray Jacket
  • Life Jacket

Exclusions
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Near public transportation
    • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
    • Children MUST be minimum of 5years and require a booking/reservation
    • Children MUST be a minimum of 5years to join this experience and will require their own seat
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
    • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    Departure Point

    95 Marine Parade, Southport QLD 4215, Australia


    Return Details

    Returns to original departure point

    Voucher info

    You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

    Duration

    3 hours


    User's Reviews

    X4774EJolegv

    01 Feb, 2024

    Unreal underwater colours, fish, dolphins etc. Knowledgeable captain, willing to help. Planning to come back again.

    T8547QHanthonyl

    01 Oct, 2023

    Great trip. Saw lots of whales with many breaching. So much better in the smaller boat, the boat trip was as much fun for the kids. Very professional team. Highly recommended.

    Erin_W

    16 Sep, 2023

    Such a fun time! Incredible sightings. This is a must-do in the Gold Coast. I upgraded to swimming with the whales, which I highly recommend

    catherineaG1522WZ

    07 Sep, 2023

    Leon got us in the best position possible to see the whales up close and active on the surface. The team love what they do and make the experience exceptional.

    michelledS4671IU

    02 Sep, 2023

    Such an amazing experience!!!! The skipper and guide were super enthusiastic and professional. We were lucky enough to see whales, dolphins and even a flying fish. Highly recommend this experience to all.

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    Incredible whale watching experience

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    Awesome whale watching trip!

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    Very friendly and helpful staff

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    SUPREME WHALE WATCHING

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    Once in a Lifetime Experience

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    Up close and without the crowds!!

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    Small boat whale watching

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