Tangalooma Island Resort Whale Watching Cruise - Witness the Great Migration

A Whale Watching Day Cruise direct from Brisbane departing from 20 June to 8 October 2023

Since 1987, Tangalooma Island Resort has offered Brisbane's closest Whale Watching day cruise, plus the opportunity to enjoy 'island life' for the day, and night if you stay longer. Our vessel is a smooth sailing, comfortable catamaran and our island is alive with fun things to do, from land and water sports to just lazing around on the beach.

All Tangalooma Whale Watching Day Cruises Include:

• Return scenic catamaran cruise across Moreton Bay Marine Park, from Brisbane to Tangalooma
• 1 x tea, coffee, or soft-drink per guest to use at any time aboard the vessel
• 3 hour Whale Watching cruise (12pm-3pm)
• Expert commentary by an Eco Ranger
• General non-reserved access to 'Discover the World of Dolphins' Eco Ranger presentation (approx 3:15pm*) and other shows available on the day
• Resort access pass allowing use of resort facilities including two swimming pools, restaurants and bars (as time permits)
• Light lunch & refreshments served on board
• Whale Sighting Guarantee*

Whale Watching Cruise through Humpback Highway

Terms and Conditions

*Conditions apply to whale sighting guarantee. Australia’s largest dedicated Whale Watching vessel may not operate every day, and a smaller vessel could be used as a substitute. Further conditions may apply. Cruise departs from Holt Street, Pinkenba, Brisbane. Whale Watch cruise is weather dependent. Tours depart and prices valid June 2023 – October 2023. All prices are in Australian dollars and include GST. Transfer schedules can be altered on short notice, please confirm your booking 24 hours prior to travel. Cancellation fees apply. Child rate applies to those aged 3 to 14 years inclusive. *Dolphin feeding experience is dependent on dolphin attendance, tide and weather conditions. “Sightings Guarantee and Weather Conditions”: Whale Watch sighting guarantee offers a refund if cruise is cancelled by Tangalooma due to bad weather conditions, or if no whales are seen on the Whale Watching Day Cruise. Tangalooma enjoys a 98 - 99% attendance and sighting rate. During peak season we are confident of a 100% figure. If, however, no sightings occur on your tour you will be credited with a second tour at a future date. If the guest cancels Whale Watch Cruise no refund applies. All cruises are dependent on weather conditions and cancellation may occur at short notice. Please provide current contact information so we can contact you if necessary. Please note: *Return launch time for the ‘Dolphin Viewing Day Cruise’ & ‘Premium Dolphin Feeding Day Cruise’ is approximately 7pm in winter and 7.30pm in spring. ^Standard beverage voucher entitles guests to their choice of soft drink, tea, coffee or water on Whale Watching vessel. A full list of the free activities available to guests (time-permitting) can be found at tangalooma.com. Day Cruise information: All "Whale Watching Day Cruises" will depart Brisbane (Holt Street, Pinkenba), dock at Tangalooma Island Resort Wharf, and then depart the resort for a 3 hour Whale Watch Cruise with a light lunch served on board our licensed vessel. The cruise will then return to Tangalooma Island Resort Wharf, before returning to Brisbane on the same day. Whale Watching cruises that are purchased as add-ons to accommodation (or as accommodation packages) do not include transfers from Brisbane, which must be purchased separately. *Sunset Cocktail Voucher valid at Wheelhouse Deck or B&B’s Bar only. Cannot be exchanged for cash. Voucher valid for one (1) Cocktail from the daily Cocktail list for 18+ guests. Voucher valid for one (1) Mocktail, or soft drink or water for guests under 18 years. Not transferrable. Please refer to the What’s on guide for bar opening times.