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Byron Bay: Premier Whale Watch Cruise with Marine Biologist

4.9  / 5
87 reviews
Activity provider:Out Of The Blue Adventures
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Byron Bay: Premier Whale Watch Cruise with Marine Biologist

Activity provider:Out Of The Blue Adventures
4.9  / 5
87 reviews

From $85.40 per person

Encounter astonishing humpback whales in their natural habitat as they migrate past the breathtaking coastline between Ballina and Byron Bay. Departing from Ballina’s Richmond River, visit the pristine waters of Cape Byron Marine Park.

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Duration 2 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

Experience

Highlights
  • Learn about humpback whales, local points of interest and history from a qualified marine biologist guide
  • Listen to live humpback whale song using a specialized underwater hydrophone
  • Take in breathtaking views of the Ballina to Byron Bay coastline and Cape Byron Marine Park
  • Enjoy 360-degree views and a smooth, comfortable ride aboard our purpose-built eco vessel
  • Encounter astonishing humpback whales in their natural habitat
Full description
Depart from Ballina’s Richmond River and enter the pristine waters of Cape Byron Marine Park. Encounter astonishing humpback whales in their natural habitat as they migrate past the breathtaking coastline between Ballina and Byron Bay. A friendly Marine Biologist will share in-depth knowledge of the area and humpback whale encounters that you'll get to experience within Byron’s Marine Park. You can also listen to live humpback whale song using a specialised underwater hydrophone. The purpose-built eco-vessel seats 20 guests and has a 360-degree views for unparalleled whale watching and sightseeing experiences. It has a unique hull design, which ensures a smooth, comfortable ride in all cruising conditions. The friendly, professional team guarantees a first-class, unmatched, eco tour to remember.
Includes
  • Marine biologist guided tour
  • Whale sighting guarantee
  • Transportation on a modern eco-friendly vessel
  • Life jackets and waterproof ponchos
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
Not suitable for
  • Children under 5 years
  • Pregnant women
  • People with back problems
  • Wheelchair users

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Meeting point

Board at Lance Ferris Wharf, 12 Fawcett St, Ballina NSW (directly in front of The Wharf Bar and Restaurant). Please arrive 15 minutes prior to departure time at the wharf, look for the crew in an 'Out Of The Blue Adventures' uniform. You will be sent parking information the day before.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Warm clothing
  • Sunglasses
  • Camera
  • Motion sickness prevention

Not allowed

  • High-heeled shoes
  • Smoking
  • Luggage or large bags
  • Alcohol and drugs
  • Unaccompanied minors

Know before you go

  • Minimum of six participants to operate
  • 48-hour cancellation policy
  • All children must be accompanied by an adult. The minimum age to take part in the tour is 5 years old
  • Please dress very warmly for the cold ocean breeze with a jumper, spray jackets, beanie, scarf, and gloves
  • Occasional cancelations may occur due to unsafe or unpleasant weather and ocean conditions. If this happens a river cruise alternative, a change of day, a change of departure location from Brunswick Heads, or a full refund will be offered
  • The activity provider offers guaranteed whale sightings or another whale watch cruise at no extra cost

From $85.40 per person

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Overall rating

4.9 /5

based on 87 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    5/5
  • Transportation
    4.9/5
  • Service
    5/5
  • Organization
    5/5

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GetYourGuide traveler – AustraliaJuly 8, 2023 – Verified booking
I have had the pleasure of taking four trips out to photograph the whales. Each trip has been exciting, with great sightings of the humpback whales. The whales seemed curious and came quite close at times. There were so many breaching whales, I have lost count. I will be back!
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GetYourGuide traveler – AustraliaJune 15, 2023 – Verified booking
The best we had a really informative young girl (sorry I can’t remember her name ) but she was a marine biologist she knew everything there was to know about whales, sea life how old the whales were what they ate how long they were pregnant for she was fantastic recomendable this tour for everyone
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