Taronga Zoo & Whale Watching Cruise Sydney
Normal Price: $140.00
Additional Information
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The ultimate Sydney wildlife combo! Morning Whale Watching Cruise outside Sydney Heads, Taronga Zoo entry, plus ferry to Circular Quay in the afternoon.
Whale Watching cruise departs 09.30am from Circular Quay Wharf 6, disembarking Taronga Zoo Wharf approx 11.55am. Explore Taronga Zoo at your leisure then cruise back to Circular Quay by ferry. All travel must be completed on the same day.
Departures
- Daily 9.30am during Whale Watching Season mid-May to early-Nov each year
- Duration approx. 2.5 hour Whale Watching cruise, plus time at Taronga Zoo
- Whale Watching cruise departs Circular Quay Wharf 6
Highlights
- Morning Whale Watching Cruise departing from Circular Quay, dropping off at Taronga Zoo
- Taronga Zoo entry
- Rocket ferry from Taronga Zoo to Circular Quay
- See Humpback Whales during the annual migration
- Expert commentary and a highly skilled whale watching crew - Over 95% whale sighting success
- Whale Guarantee - see a whale or cruise again for FREE
Whale Watching Cruise:
Cruise with Humpback & Southern Right Whales from Sydney. Open water cruise through the entrance of Sydney Harbour with expert commentary and whale guarantee.
Vessel:
Catamaran with comfortable indoor and outdoor seating over multiple viewing decks.
Whale Guarantee:
Over 95% whale sighting success. The Whale Guarantee applies when a whale is not sighted during the cruise. In this case, passengers can cruise again in the same season for free on a standby basis confirmed 24-hours prior, subject to availability.
What to Bring: This is an open water cruise and you will experience sea motion. We recommend you eat lightly before and during the cruise. Travel sickness tablets are generally most effective if taken prior to the cruise. Please dress according to the weather - it will often feel colder at sea. Smoking is not permitted on board.
Phone the Reconfirmation Hotline +61-2-8062 3623 from 7.15am on the day of your cruise for the latest information
Cruises are subject to cancellation due to weather and other operational requirements. If your cruise is cancelled by the operator, passengers may (1) rebook another Captain Cook Whale Watching Cruise in the same season or (2) seek a refund from the original place of purchase or (3) a credit can be made with Captain Cook Cruises towards another cruise within 12 months of original date of travel. If purchased through an agent, please refer to the agent’s terms and conditions. Captain Cook Cruises reserves the right to change vessels and itineraries without notice.
Departures
- Daily 9.30am during Whale Watching Season mid-May to early-Nov each year
- Duration approx. 2.5 hour Whale Watching cruise, plus time at Taronga Zoo
- Whale Watching cruise departs Circular Quay Wharf 6
Highlights
- Morning Whale Watching Cruise departing from Circular Quay, dropping off at Taronga Zoo
- Taronga Zoo entry
- Rocket ferry from Taronga Zoo to Circular Quay
- See Humpback Whales during the annual migration
- Expert commentary and a highly skilled whale watching crew - Over 95% whale sighting success
- Whale Guarantee - see a whale or cruise again for FREE
Children
- Infants 0-3 years are free of charge
- Children under 18 years must be accompanied by an adult
FUEL SURCHARGE
In response to the ongoing situation in the Middle East and its impact on global fuel prices, a temporary fuel surcharge of $5 per person has been applied to new bookings, effective from 20 May 2026. We have absorbed these increased fuel costs for as long as possible, and this temporary measure is necessary to help manage the significant increase in operating costs. Click here for more information and regular updates. We thank you for your understanding as we navigate this current situation.
Itinerary
Full day tour cruise departing Circular Quay Wharf 6.
Have your camera ready as you cruise up close to Sydney icons the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge as you depart for your morning Whale Watching tour. Be on the lookout for Humpback Whales playing along the coast. Their antics include breaches, tail slapping and even a close-up wink when they are feeling extra curious. You may also see Southern Rights, Orcas and Minke whales, playful dolphins, seals, fairy penguins, albatross and more.
In the afternoon explore Sydney's famous Taronga Zoo featuring animals from Australia and around the world. Make your way back to the wharf for your return ferry to Circular quay.
Please note
- Timetables, itineraries, inclusions and departure times may vary depending on the what's happening on the harbour on the day - click on the Check Your Date link or visit the Timetables page on our website.
- Guests holding Zoo tickets can guests enter via the Lower Zoo Entrance a short 3-minute walk from the ferry wharf, or alternatively catch a public bus (at own expense) from the wharf to the Main Entrance at the top of the hill.
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