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Every year, humpback whales migrate past Sydney between May and November. Our tours leave from Circular Quay or Darling Harbour, cruise past the Opera House and Harbour Bridge, then head out through the Heads into the open ocean. Pick a relaxed catamaran cruise or a high-speed ocean boat. Every tour lists its duration, departure point and what happens if no whales are seen.
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Whale watching season in Sydney runs from about May to November, when humpback whales migrate along the NSW coast 🐋
They head north to warmer breeding waters from around May to July, then swim back south towards Antarctica from around August or September to November.
The peak is around the end of June and throughout July, when the most whales pass the NSW coast on their way north.
September to November is the return journey south, so it’s still a good time to go. Whales are wild animals, so sightings are never guaranteed on a particular day. Each tour page explains what happens if no whales are seen.
Humpback whales are the main species off the NSW coast. Southern right whales also pass by, and sometimes minke whales, orcas or even blue whales are seen.
Look out for blows, breaches, tail slaps and pectoral fin slaps. Operators also often spot dolphins, seals and seabirds, and you’ll cruise past the Opera House and Harbour Bridge on the way out.
The tours go out through the Sydney Heads into the open ocean, where there can be swell 🌊
If you get motion sickness, ask a pharmacist about travel sickness medicine and take it before you board. Many need to be taken about 30 minutes before travel, and some can make you drowsy. On board, keep your eyes on the horizon, get fresh air, eat lightly beforehand and avoid alcohol.
Most of our Sydney whale watching tours take about 2 to 2.5 hours return.
The high-speed boats take about 2 hours from Circular Quay, and the catamaran cruises take about 2.5 hours. Each tour page shows its exact duration.
Depending on the tour, you’ll leave from Circular Quay (Wharf 6 or the Campbell’s Cove pontoon) or King Street Wharf in Darling Harbour. Both are in the city centre.
Your voucher shows the exact meeting point and check-in time. Most operators ask you to arrive about 15 minutes before departure.
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