Humpback Whale Encounter Tour from Newcastle
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Newcastle, Australia
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Prebook to save time and see humpback whales in their natural habitat on this whale-spotting cruise from Newcastle. Board an eco-tourism boat and hit the open waters to observe humpbacks in the wild, learning about their natural behaviors via the commentary as the boat maintains a respectful distance. Plus, watch for dolphins and seals, and admire the coastal scenery as you hear details on local landmarks, culture, and history.
- See humpback whales in the wild on a whale watching cruise from Newcastle
- Prebook to secure a place at a time and day that fits your vacation schedule
- View humpbacks and learn about them, and the coastal scenery, from a guide
- Includes wet-weather gear, photos, and choice of departures for flexibility
What's Included
- Professional wildlife guide
- Premium weatherproof jackets provided
- Two-hour whale watching tour
- Safe and comfortable eco-tourism vessel
- Small group experience (max 20 guests at a time)
- Marine Toilet Onboard
- Any parking or transport fees
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- CoastXPDock C, 95 Hannell St, Wickham NSW 2293, Australia
Tours depart from Dock C - Newcastle Cruising Yacht Club. The club is located at 95 Hannell Street, Wickham NSW 2293
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Children under 3 not allowed
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 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
Toni_N
Brilliant morning!! Worried we wouldn’t see any whales as swells were quite high, but we did. And it was amazingly beautiful & all I hoped for. Incredibly lucky to see a whale breach too. Awesome
Reviews
4.9
based on 171 reviews
Pratik_S, Jul 2026
My wife and I travelled from the Central Coast for a whale watching tour with Dom and his mate. They were both really friendly and made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived.
We went on the 9:00 AM tour and spent around two hours out at sea. Unfortunately, we didn’t get a clear view of the whales, so we came back feeling a bit disappointed. But Dom didn’t want us to miss out and kindly offered us a second tour at no extra cost.
The second trip was absolutely worth it! We saw so many whales, including several jumping out of the water. It was such an amazing experience and we had so much fun.
A big thank you to Dom for going the extra mile to make sure we had a great experience. If you’re thinking about going whale watching, I highly recommend booking with them!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thanks Pratik for your kind review. It was a pleasure getting you out amongst the action and we certainly got lucky in the afternoon. It's the best time of year with large numbers of whales passing our coast, thanks again for joining us and hope to see you on board again in the future! Dom 🐳
Toni_N, Jul 2025
Brilliant morning!! Worried we wouldn’t see any whales as swells were quite high, but we did. And it was amazingly beautiful & all I hoped for. Incredibly lucky to see a whale breach too. Awesome
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thanks very much Toni for your kind review. It was a pleasure hosting you on board, and we hope to see you on board again in the future.
Stuart_W, Jul 2025
Very experienced operator, with years of experience. Great knowledge and information about the whales and their environment. Great day
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Thank you very much Stuart for your kind review! It was a pleasure having you on board, and look forward to seeing you on board again in the future!
Jennifer_H, Oct 2024
Fantastic experience with a brilliant guide who added to the experience. Saw multiple mother and calves, a seal and some dolphins ✨
Response from Host, Oct 2024
Thanks so much Jennifer for your kind review! We love what we do, and we're glad you had a wonderful time. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to see you on board again soon.
Anne_B, Jul 2023
Highly recommend this to families .
Everything was well organised and the tour guide was very informative and helpful
Response from Host, Jul 2023
Thanks Anne for your kind review! We love hosting families on board with us, and we look forward to seeing you again in the future 😊
Andrea_Z, Jul 2023
Jane was superb, the whole experience excellent. We really had to look hard to see any whales, but in the end we did and it was magical.
Response from Host, Jul 2023
Thanks so much for your kind review. Jane is an awesome guide, and we're lucky to have her on our team. We're glad to hear you had a great experience, and look forward to seeing you again in the future!
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