Brisbane Whale Watching Cruise from Redcliffe or Brisbane City
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Brisbane, Australia
- 5 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
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Overview
Experience the thrill of an up-close encounter with migrating whales on this half-day cruise from Brisbane, available only between June and November. Set sail around Moreton Bay on a luxurious high-speed catamaran and tuck into a delicious buffet lunch on-board as you soak up the scenery. Finally, keep your camera to hand as you spot humpback whales swimming and breaching beside the ship – a rare opportunity to spot the gentle giants in their natural environment.
- Spot majestic humpback whales in their natural environment
- Tuck into a scrumptious gourmet picnic lunchbox
- Optional hotel pick-up from Brisbane or the Sunshine Coast
- Upgrade to premium or VIP seating for even better views
What's Included
- Guaranteed whale sightings
- Gourmet picnic lunchbox (vegetarian/vegan on request)
- Professional guide and live commentary
- Alcoholic drinks, soft drinks, and snacks (available for purchase onboard)
- Souvenirs (available for purchase)
- Hotel pickup outside designated areas
Meeting and Pickup
You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup
What To Expect
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Brisbane Whale Watching
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Brisbane
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Redcliffe
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Moreton Bay Region
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Please notify the local operator regarding your hotel information when booking (if pickup option is selected)
- Infant meals not included
- No food is allowed on board
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Operates in most weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 150 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
Stefania_L
It was our first whale watching and we were lucky to have multiple viewings and close encounters! The whole team was great and commentary was excellent. Loved how the team had ensured to make the boat whale friendly and whales were not afraid to come close.
Reviews
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Brandy_I, Aug 2026
This was an amazing day we saw a lot of whales and they were very active. Rolling jumping, waving and swimming very close
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you, Brandy! We’re delighted you had such an amazing day and saw so many active whales rolling, breaching, waving and swimming close to Eye Spy. What an unforgettable experience! 🐋💙
Ranjan_S, Aug 2026
Starting from picturesque Redcliffe, then onto a historic and quaint jetty and the beautifully balanced, specialised Eye Spy, the beginning was just a portend of the fabulous trip to come. Open seas, knowledgeable guides, and the performance of the friendly and playful whales - what a trip. It has to be on every one's bucket list, I certainly want to come back again and again!
Response from Host, Aug 2026
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Ranjan_S
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Viator review: Brisbane Whale Watching Cruise from Redcliffe or Brisbane City
Starting from picturesque Redcliffe, then onto a historic and quaint jetty and the beautifully balanced, specialised Eye Spy, the beginning was just a portend of the fabulous trip to come. Open seas, knowledgeable guides, and the performance of the friendly and playful whales - what a trip. It has to be on every one's bucket list, I certainly want to come back again and again!
Graham_P, Aug 2026
I had a great day out with you on my 72nd Birthday. I took around 150 photos and got some great shots including a breach from start to finish in six shots using sports mode on my Cannon camera. Unfortunately, my partner spent her time in the toilet throwing up. This is the second time we have been out with you and are recommending your company to our friends.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Hi Graham,
Thank you for celebrating your 72nd birthday with us! Capturing a full breach in six shots sounds incredible—we hope those photos are a wonderful reminder of your day.
We’re sorry your partner felt unwell and hope she recovered quickly. It means so much that this was your second cruise with us and that you’re recommending Brisbane Whale Watching to your friends.
We hope to welcome you both aboard again for another memorable adventure.
Bhavini_S, Aug 2026
Great opportunity to see the whales up close. We have done whale watching cruises few times but this has been our best encounter with these incredible whales! The staff were great, good was excellent and we really enjoyed our time.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Wow, thank you so much! It means a lot to hear that this was your best whale-watching experience yet. Thanks for joining us—we hope to welcome you aboard again one day! 🐋💙
Michelle_R, Jul 2026
Priceless! We had the opportunity to see countless whales. The food was shockingly good and staff was very accommodating! 100% would recommend.
Mitchell_T, Jun 2026
Customer service was excellent, food provided was delicious, got to see lots of Whales. Overall the whole experience was amazing and would highly recommend!
Mingrui_S, Jun 2026
A quick tip for this whale-watching trip: take seasickness medication beforehand! I got incredibly seasick and barely saw anything, which was a bummer. However, the silver lining was the crew. Their service was absolutely amazing, especially Loz. A huge thank you to the whole team for taking such wonderful care of me and my mom!
Maria_B, Nov 2025
Within an hour we experienced our 1st sighting of a female with calf, absolutely exhilarating experienced, especially when more pods were sighted.
Elaine_T, Oct 2025
Food intolerance catered for. Food was excellent. Commentary was informative. You can either watch from cabin or go up on deck.
Rhys_P, Oct 2025
A unforgettable day out with Brisbane Whale Watching. We saw a mother and her calf numerous times and we even got to see a juvenile male breach out of the water several times. In addition to this we saw turtles and dolphins. The food was excellent and catered to an allergy in the group with an alternative. Couldn’t recommend this trip enough and a must do when in the area.
Rebecca_J, Sep 2025
Had a great day out. Saw many Mummas and their calves. A few breaching whales and lots of big tail slaps. Lunch is supplied and very fresh. Always love a day out whale watching with Brisbane Whale Watching Redcliffe. Crew and extremely knowledgeable and Captain Kerry is awesome.
Stefania_L, Sep 2025
It was our first whale watching and we were lucky to have multiple viewings and close encounters! The whole team was great and commentary was excellent. Loved how the team had ensured to make the boat whale friendly and whales were not afraid to come close.
P_Y, Sep 2025
The entire team was great to work with from booking, transportation to and from the hotel and the best part,
the whales were so close to the boat!
John_P, Sep 2025
Great time even with 4,5,6 year olds and they had a ball.
The crew are a credit to the organisation keeping everyone safe.
we got to see the whales up close worth the money.
neil_s, Aug 2025
Excellent tour wales really great to experience .day goes so fast staff excellent food drinks onboard good
YVONNE_T, Aug 2025
2nd time to have gone on this boat. And both times have enjoyed it so much. Friendly , informative and dedicated staff.
Jac_H, Jan 2025
WONDERFUL DAY! Every part of the day was brilliant highly recommend.
Everyone was so lovely, would definitely book again.
Armando_A, Sep 2024
They took the time so that we saw different types of whales. The staff was very helpful and friendly.
Catherine_W, Aug 2024
Couldn't believe how many whales so close. Just wonderful.
Only negative was some misunderstanding about our pick up cost.
John_H, Aug 2024
Fantastic day out and experience at Brisbane Whale Watch today!!! We saw several pods of Humpback Whales and they stayed around/with us for well over an hour, which was just amazing!!! The boat, staff and lunch/service were all awesome too and with a fair sense of humour to go with it!!! The best day of our holiday without a doubt!!! 🇦🇺🐋🐋🐋🇦🇺
Tanya_H, Aug 2024
I was picked up from an inner city hotel (super convenient), by a friendly and funny bus driver - Ray.
Ray drove us safely to Redcliffe, and we boarded the 'Eye Spy' catamaran. Fantastic boat, voyage and crew. The captain-Kerri, was incredibly informative and was also able to let us know where the pods of whales (and some dolphins) were.
It was honestly one of the most memorable experiences, and I cannot recommend everyone involved highly enough - Viator for help with the booking, Ray on the bus, and the Eye Spy team.
Thanks again for a fantastic day out.
Patricia_G, Jul 2024
Water was clear. We saw two or three humpback whales up close. They frolicked just around the boat. Captain Kerry was wonderful--giving whale information at intervals and moving the boat often so all could get a good view. The boat was not too crowded. We had a wonderful visit.
Jeffrey_K, Jul 2024
We loved this excursion! We saw many whales, about six breaches, a giant tortoise, six dolphins, and a hammerhead shark on our trip!
Mallory_A, Jul 2024
This was an absolutely amazing trip. To see the whales up close like that is just spectacular. I was concerned about how engaging in a tour like this may adversely affect the whales, but the crew were very clear (and proud!) about how their boat is specifically designed to not disturb the whales, and once you are out there you see that the whales if anything are just as interested in us as we are in them. We were not chasing them and they could have easily gotten away from us if they wanted. The person providing commentary helped you to spot the whales easily and provided a lot of interesting information about what we were seeing. My only complaints would be that the stuff on board (tea, sodas, etc.) was very expensive and the lunch was meh.
Concetta_N, Jun 2024
Every stage met our expectations and was totally awesome for our very first time whale watching trip.
Christopher_R, Jun 2024
Loved seeing the whales up close and watching the whales breaching was the highlight. We also enjoyed the enthusiasm of the crew for their job and the love for the whales.
Lana_R, Aug 2023
Well organised tour : transfer from / to Brisbane, safe ship with highly qualified crew. Healthy lunch. Reasonable number of tourists gives opportunity to enjoy the cruise and whale watching. We watched many whales and took many photos and videos. I have to cancel one ticket. It was easy to do via chat on the cite. My family and me will be happy to repeat the whale watching tour as well as go on other tours with Viator. Thank you very much for the amazing time.
S_K, Jun 2022
Obviously the whales, they were wonderful so engaged with us. A truly magical experience. The service was wonderful the staff were lovely and engaging. A very underrated experience. I would strongly recommend and plan to repeat this in the very near future.
Peter L, Oct 2019
There were a lot of whales and great photo opportunities. The crew were very knowledgeable and the lunch was great.
skyejburke, Sep 2019
We were picked up in a lovely coach and began our drive to Redcliffe. Once there we bored the boat which was very spacious, clean and modern. We then set out on the boat, we saw some amazing sights both in the water and on the land and islands we passed. Then the skipper who was very imformative told us that they could see whales and continued to see tell us when they saw them so we could get the best views. The whales were stunning they breached the water and jumped and we even got to see some calves. Seeing these animals in their natural habitats was one of the most humbling experiences. The lunch on board was also very tasty and their was plenty of options. We then got taken back to our hotel which was very convenient. This is a must do when in Brisbane.
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