Jervis Bay Whale Watching Tour
Jervis Bay, Australia
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
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Overview
Witness one of nature’s most fascinating phenomena: the annual humpback whale migration. Set sail for the crystalline waters of the Jervis Bay Marine Park and get up close to the gentle giants, who migrate to the warm waters of New South Wales between May and November. Enjoy prime viewing opportunities on-board your cruise vessel, with the chance to spot bottlenose dolphins, penguins, seals, and albatross along the way.
- Enjoy a family-friendly activity suitable for kids and adults alike
- Check off your bucket list when you view the humpback whale migration
- Choice of morning or afternoon departure to suit your schedule
- This tour is easy to fit into a full day of Jervis Bay sightseeing
What's Included
- 2-hour cruise
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 15 Field St, Huskisson NSW 2540, Australia
Check-in 30min before departure at our private cruise terminal - The Fishermens Wharf Cafe located on the left side of Huskisson Public Wharf.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
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Jervis Bay Wild Cruises
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Jervis Bay
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wear/bring something warm as it can be cool on the water
- Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Candice_T
The staff were very welcoming. the water was abit rocky and 1 of our 9 guests became very ill, all the staff were so attentive and helpful, not judging just trying to clean up and help the teenager.
We seen a whale with a baby and Many dolphins came up to play alongside the boat which everyone loved.
Would highly recommend this company.
Hint: If anyone suffers motion sickness I would highly suggest taking the medication before you arrive at the boat.
Reviews
4.5
based on 353 reviews
Candice_T, Nov 2025
The staff were very welcoming. the water was abit rocky and 1 of our 9 guests became very ill, all the staff were so attentive and helpful, not judging just trying to clean up and help the teenager.
We seen a whale with a baby and Many dolphins came up to play alongside the boat which everyone loved.
Would highly recommend this company.
Hint: If anyone suffers motion sickness I would highly suggest taking the medication before you arrive at the boat.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you for your lovely review. We’re so glad our team could support your group when the conditions became a bit rough, and it’s wonderful to hear you enjoyed sightings of a whale with her calf and playful dolphins. We really appreciate your recommendation and helpful tip for future guests. Hope to see you again soon!
Wendy_S, Nov 2025
No whales but Wayne and Sophie were great and showed us the cliffs around the sea.
Great commentary.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you for joining us! We're sorry the whales didn’t appear on your tour, but we're glad Wayne and Sophie made the experience enjoyable with their commentary and coastal highlights. We appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back again.
Barbara_M, Nov 2025
Great boat ride in Jervis bay. Saw some whales . Scenery was great that’s enough thank you 😊😊😢 xx ee
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you for your review! We are glad you got to enjoy the beautiful waters of Jervis Bay.
Jacqueline_G, Nov 2025
We had a marvelous experience. We saw three whales and a lot of dolphins.
The guides were very nice and informative, they also kept enough distance to the animals.
Would book it again any time!
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you for your lovely review! We’re so glad you had a marvelous experience and enjoyed seeing both whales and dolphins. Our crew takes pride in providing informative commentary while ensuring the animals are respected from a safe distance. We’d be delighted to have you join us again!
Vicki_S, Oct 2025
Great relaxing tour and very informative. The staff were lovely and
very organised. Would definitely recommend
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thanks so much for your lovely feedback! We're so glad you enjoyed the tour and found it relaxing and informative. Our crew will be thrilled to hear your kind words. We really appreciate the recommendation and hope to welcome you back on board again soon!
Binayak_P, Oct 2025
not worth the hype of going for a whale watch, you can see one or two whale splashing here and there.
Taking your camera to take a photo is just a dream, as the boat would be shaking with waves & fish would be gone down before you snap it.
Better go for a dolphin ride or something
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re sorry to hear the experience didn’t meet your expectations. Whale watching can be unpredictable as the whales are completely wild, and sightings and sea conditions do vary from day to day. Our crew always does their best to provide an enjoyable and safe experience while respecting the whales’ natural behaviour. We appreciate your comments and hope you might consider joining us again another time for a calmer dolphin cruise inside the bay.
Kelly_a, Oct 2025
Beat experience ever. The staff were friendly and very informative. Seen some beautiful whales on the trip.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you Kelly, we are glad you enjoyed the trip!
Janine_A, Oct 2025
Captain and skipper were fantastic. They did a great job of being informative about the whales and weather.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad you enjoyed the tour and found the captain and crew informative. They’ll be thrilled to know their efforts made your experience even more enjoyable. We really appreciate you joining us and hope to see you again next time!
Tanja_B, Oct 2025
Happy to see a baby whale having fun. Also the guides are friendly and knowledgeable. And the price is amazing.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad you enjoyed seeing the baby whale having fun and that our guides made the experience enjoyable and informative. We really appreciate your kind words about the value and hope to see you back on the water again soon!
Joe_J, Oct 2025
Easy to book, clear updates via the Viator App.
Friendly & knowledgeable staff onboard.
Great to see both Whales & Dolphins.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed seeing both whales and dolphins, and that the booking process was smooth. Our crew will be so pleased to know their efforts made your experience enjoyable. We hope to welcome you back on board again soon! 🐋🐬
Kind Regards, Jervis Bay Wild Team
Peter_D, Oct 2025
We arrived and were told it was 2pm not 1pm so had to wait. Once out in boat we saw four dolphins within 10 minutes with baby it was amazing. We spent longer at sea due to the tide and saw some whales nearby. Incredible trip.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you for your lovely review! We're sorry for the mix-up with the departure time but so glad it all worked out and that you were able to see dolphins and whales — what an incredible experience!
Rebecca_C, Oct 2025
Great experience! Staff were lovely. We saw 4 lots of mothers & calves in the bay. The team give you the best experience possible.
Gabbi_A, Oct 2025
Beautiful clean and spacious boat, great staff who were friendly and informative. Saw some great whale spottings close up, dolphins and seals. Fantastic experience!
Lyn_B, Oct 2025
Great experience sighting whales.
Crew were great with commentary and checking on comfort of passengers while calmly coping with children and parents who frequently were asked to follow safety rules on the vessel - amazing patience and still smiling throughout the cruise.
Would recommend this trip.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Hi Lyn,
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed spotting whales and that our crew made your trip comfortable and enjoyable. 🐋
We’ll be sure to pass your feedback on to the team — they’ll be delighted to know their efforts and patience are appreciated. We hope to welcome you back on another adventure soon!
Warm regards,
The Jervis Bay Wild Team
Jan_G, Sep 2025
Great trip, knowledge crew also very helpful this was my second time and it was better than the first time
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Hi Jan,
Thank you for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that your second trip was even better than your first and that our crew made the experience enjoyable. 🐋
We look forward to welcoming you back for another adventure in the future!
Warm regards,
The Jervis Bay Wild Team
MrsDebra_W, Sep 2025
We went on the 2 hour. Whale watching tour and saw 2 mother with their babies . We also saw dolphins and a seal
John_D, Sep 2025
Our whale watch tour was a completely amazing experience for our group. The clean comfortable vessel and excellent staff took us out through the heads of Jervis Bay, past the light house where we saw the abseilers coming down the cliffs of Point Perpindicular, out to the open sea.
We soon saw whale action in the distance and went over toward them. A pod of inquisitive humpbacks circled the boat and entertained us for the next 40 minutes displaying their tails and tummies, seemingly as interested in us as we were in them!
A truly exhilarating and memorable experience!
Cathy_Y, Sep 2025
Captain Hamish and crew were awesome. They extended the two hour cruise to increase the chance to see more whales. We’d seen six whales already but not close. But in the extra time we saw a mother, baby and carer close by, surrounded by dolphins.
Matthew_R, Sep 2025
It was a fantastic experience, and had a friendly, informative, helpful crew. It made for a memorable experience. The onlty thing I could suggest, would be a little more time out for the viewing. 40 min each way takes away from the spectacular time we had. Otherwise, just a lovely day!
Bob_J, Aug 2025
Please realise that the operator is dealing with nature, and they cannot be sure that you will see whales. We were lucky enough to see glimpses of three juvenile whales which was a treat.
Nathalie_M, Aug 2025
No refund if you don't see any whales and no offer to go again we didn't see any whales or dolphins.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Hi,
Sightings are unfortunately unpredictable, as they depend on natural conditions, but we always aim to provide an enjoyable experience regardless.
While our policy does not allow automatic refunds or repeat trips for missed sightings, we genuinely appreciate your feedback and will continue looking for ways to improve the experience for our guests.
Kind Regards
Jervis Bay Wild Team
Sean_D, Jul 2025
The weather wasn’t great and as such the boat couldn’t leave the bay making the chances of seeing any whales more difficult however the staff were friendly and knowledgeable and tried to make the experience as memorable as possible.
Brett_B, Jul 2025
The operators knew the weather was poor and would not be able to get outside of Jervis Bay yet we proceeded anyway. Even inside the bay many were sick.
Sitting below Point Perp the skipper claimed a few sightings but it was impossible to tell the difference between a whale and the white caps of the waves. Even with binoculars saw nothing.
The highlight was a few dolphins just off Currumbene Creek.
Should have been cancelled.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Hi,
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We’re very sorry that rough conditions impacted your trip and made it uncomfortable for many passengers. We completely understand your frustration.
Safety is always our top priority, which is why the skipper made the decision to stay within the bay. While sightings can never be guaranteed, we regret that your experience did not meet expectations. Your feedback is important and will help us improve how we communicate and manage trips in challenging conditions.
We appreciate you joining us and hope you might consider giving us another opportunity under calmer conditions.
Kind regards,
Jervis Bay Wild Team
Swetha_M, Jul 2025
We had a great time. The boat was easy to find and on time. The crew were helpful and friendly. Price was reasonable
Raymond_B, Jul 2025
Was a great experience with numerous whale & dolphin sightings
The crew interaction with passengers was very pleasant
jmfergzz, Jul 2025
We had a lovely sunny morning to hit the water and the whales didn’t disappoint. A pair ventured close to us and stayed on the surface for quite a while. An excellent experience.
Jason_H, Jul 2025
Unfortunately, we didn't see any whales. It happens, but for a whale watching tour, we cannot give a high rating.
Tom_J, Jul 2025
They Delivered by locating the whales and a nice overall experience .Nice crew and instructions by the captain
Tamra_H, Jun 2025
We LOVED this! It was truly magical—breathtaking views. Whales everywhere. It was a bit colder than we expected so bring something warm.
kludassh, Jun 2025
Wonderful day out on the cruise and saw heaps of whales! Well worth the money and the Captain and staff were very informative.
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