Our vessel is a smooth sailing, comfortable catamaran and our island is alive with fun things to do, from land and water sports to just lazing around on the beach. Revel in the amazing sights and sounds of nature as we cruise the river and the beautiful hidden waterways of the noosa sound canals. Whale watching tours, hervey bay see the majestic humpback. Travel to the whales ultimate playground in hervey bay about 3 hours from noosa for tours onboard whalesong cruises. Each year the magnificent humpback whales migrate from antarctic to subtropical coastal waters and pass by the stunning coastline of noosa heads and the sunshine coast. Noosa oceanrider offers boat trips with whale watching, dolphin tours, and thriller rides. See these gigantic mammals as they make their annual migration north to warm waters. Your whale watching cruise includes morning and afternoon tea, a buffet lunch including fresh prawns and live onboard commentary.
Once you have booked we will contact you to confirm if we have reached our minimum cruising numbers. The eco cruise operates within the noosa sound area and is a 2. If your cruise is cancelled by us passengers may 1 rebook another afternoon 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. Whales migrate along the sunshine coast passed noosa and on to the fraser coast which is a playground for this annual natural event. Noosa whale watching tour noosa whale watching centre.
Brisbanes moreton bay, less than 2 hours south of noosa, also has whalewatching tours with brisbane whale watching. From mooloolaba just 30mins south of noosa sunreef and whale one do whalewatching tours from mooloolaba to the warm sunshine coast waters. Noosa queen cruise will enjoy a relaxing journey along the noosa river. Whale watching cruise from noosanoosa startfinish queensland queensland tours. Definitely make sure you check groupon because there are often deals on there. Come with whale one for the adventure of a lifetime as you search for the magnificent humpback whales during their winter migration as they breed and mate along the queensland coast.
Up close whale watching by zodiac carnival cruise line. Other ideas weve hosted all sorts of events, from hawaiian beach parties to pirate cruises, salsa parties to mexican nights, moulin rouge extravaganzas to 007 bond nights. With each of our tours we are greeted with magnificent sightings and this most wonderful occurrence is happening day after day, at all times of the day. Each year the magnificent humpback whales migrate from antarctic to subtropical waters and passed the east coast of noosa, from july to november each year. Noosa queen river cruise will enjoy a relaxing journey along the beautiful noosa river. In the later half of the season, you may be lucky enough to.
The sight of a humpback whale breaching is one of those rare and unforgettable encounters with nature. Depart from mooloolaba and then, over the course of 2. Spirit of hervey bay for the best value whale watch cruises in hervey bay. Updated slideshow from whalesong cruises whale watching cruises in 2010, platypus bay is the premier queensland whale watching location offering close encounters and whale behaviour not seen. Noosa global travel planner 20192020 by visit noosa. A particular treat was that it was the whale migration time of year, and it was amazing to see whales frolicking is close to shore an incredible life experience date of experience. See noosa s beautiful waterway on noosa s most popular cruise. Whale watching is a popular activity to do whilst out on the gorgeous waters of the sunshine coast. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the incredible marine wildlife that live in the scenic san juan islands. Whale calf bellyflops onto teen diver in crazy noosa.
You can feel the excitement all around as we look along the horizon for the first blow or splash from these gentle giants. Whale watching and swim with whales cruise from mooloolaba. In addition, pack a good camera for capturing stunning photos and videos as well. Pass by richard bransons island resort very hidden and private, boat stops at lake and waits for sun to set then returns to tewantin marina noosa. Watching the majesty of humpback whales as they travel through the warm waters off noosa on their annual migration north is an unforgettable sight their playful tail slaps, breaches as they launch themselves out of the water, sprays and fin. Each year the magnificent southern humpback whales migrate to and from antarctica. Whales head north in june, july and august, to the warmer waters off the north queensland coastline to breed and then travel south again to antarctic waters from. From august to november each year, noosa and the fraser coast is home to this very special natural event. Noosa everglades cruise this is an unforgettable wilderness cruise into one of australias most pristine regions. Sightings can be witnessed daily with pods of humpback whales regularly seen swimming and frolicking while they relax on their long migration journey. Our operation will be offering seasonal whale watching tours heading out of noosa in the sunshine coast.
Join us as we look for orca whales, bald eagles, seals, porpoises, sea lions, humpback whales, minke whales and more, as the captain tells you about the history, wildlife and geology of the area. Enjoy the beauty and the remarkable activity of the humpback whales along the sunshine coast with the 3hour whale watch cruise departing from mooloolaba. The noosa everglades afternoon river cruise is a fourhour luxury tour that takes you deep into the mysterious and beautiful noosa everglades estuary system. The are a variety of options for whale watching at noosa heads. With whale populations growing 10% each year and an estimated 33,000 whales this year, the opportunities for sightings off noosa and the sunshine coast have never been better. Whale watching tours in noosa, au noosa ocean rider. Discover the noosa everglades canoe or cruise through the. If you are visiting between may and november, noosa is an ideal location to add a whale watching adventure to your itinerary. Daytime cruise views, wildlife and insightful stories on our lunchtime noosa river cruise cruising the river is one of the top things to do in noosa, so sit back, relax and explore the spectacular noosa waterways over lunchtime when the sun is high, the river is alive with activity and the views are at their best.
Experience our unique noosa river cruise, where you get to explore not only the stunning noosa river but also the river entrance and the beautiful hidden waterways of the noosa sound canals. Cruise passengers watch as majestic whales breach the surface of the pristine waters of alaskas inside passage near juneau. Expert local knowledge and commentary, gopro cameras to record your experience and a comfortable ride at a slow cruising speed to maximise your enjoyment and experience of whale sightings off the noosa coastline. Every year, the sea of cortez and the pacific, off the shores of cabo. We at noosa cruiser would love to have you on board. The opportunity to swim with a humpback whale is a rare and very special one something that people who have experienced it have described as life changing.
For four months of each year, this astonishing spectacle is only a short journey from noosa. Rated noosas number 1 restaurant on trip advisor, the best way to travel the beautiful noosa river is on board the noosa cruiser. Take a sunset cruise or a breakfast cruise and enjoy the sights and sounds of the beautiful noosa river in luxury. Noosa sound the noosa pacific resort jetty at 24 munna crescent, noosaville. The whales playground of hervey bay is about a three hour drive. Sit back, relax, and experience noosa coming alive at sunset on our noosa sunset cruise. Here we get to view them on their journey up north and then returning with their calf.
You can bring own food and drinks and eat whilst on cruise. A leisurely charter where nature is the focus both above and below the sea. Sit back and relax while we glide amongst the yachts of woods bay, past the fine waterfront homes of noosa sound, get up close to the lake weyba wildlife before taking in the sunset at the river entrance. Now operating noosas very own whale watching tours directly out of the noosa marina at tewantin. Departs and concludes at noosa marina see our contact us page for transport, pickup points and location details after your brief with captain nathan enjoy a cruise down the noosa river and out off noosa heads where we go in search of our friendly giants. Whether you cruise with us by day, take a sunset cruise, or book a private charter, we ensure your time on the water is a memorable one. Be one of the lucky few to enjoy an intimate and actionpacked whale watching excursion. Explore beyond noosa into the mysterious dark tannin waters and enjoy the magnificent noosa river and what it has to offer. We average between 1 to 2 whale sightings per tour due to the length of time the whales can stay submerged. Thankyou gary and kym for providing a fantastic experience for my 50th birthday celebrations. Experience the coastal headland of the noosa national park.
Wild one will take you on a fast, fun filled adventure. Watching for alaska wildlife on vacation princess cruises. Between december and april every year, the endangered pacific humpback whales travel from alaska to birth and nurture their newborn calves in the warm hawaii waters. Whale watching cruises san juan cruises bellingham. Since 1987, tangalooma island resort has offered brisbanes closest whale watching day cruise, plus the opportunity to enjoy island life for the day, and night if you stay longer. Wild one adventure whale watching cruise mooloolaba. While our average sightings rate is 90%, in 2019 we had a 97% sightings rate our best ever. If you want to cruise the noosa river in even more style, visit our sister site, gondolas of noosa or call ricardo on 0412 929 369. The waters surrounding maui are the stage for some of the best whale watching in the world. A unique wilderness area with dark waters and a myriad of unique flora and fauna, the everglades river cruise is one you will never forget. Choose to join the whale watching cruise at redcliffe jetty or include roundtrip coach transport from brisbane or the sunshine coast. The informative and friendly crew shares indepth knowledge. Each year humpback whales migrate from antarctic to the subtropical coastal waters of eastern australia to give birth or mate during the winter and spring. Classic boat noosa river cruises,tours,wedding transport.
Seeing a whale from the cruise ship off in the distance. Whale jumps out of nowhere during sight seeing tour. Travelling aboard a rigid inflatable boat rib, 12 lucky passengers are in for an exciting ocean ride to witness these gentle giants of the ocean at sea level with uninterrupted views that only a small whale watching experience allows. Invest in an economical all day multiuse pass and leisurely cruise the scenic route between the historic riverside town of tewantin, along the beautiful waterway past noosaville to noosa sound and. Noosa cruise and travel, noosaville, queensland, australia. When the calm waters of alaskas inside passage are first broken by a large, dark humpback as it rises and breaches from the sea, viewers on the open deck of an alaskan whale watching ship cant help but gasp at the thrill.
Now operating noosa s very own whale watching tours directly out of the noosa marina at tewantin. Whether you decide to book a shore excursion or do some whale watching from the deck of the cruise ship, make sure to bring a pair of binoculars to get a glimpse of the wildlife at further distances on your alaska cruise. With a distinctive whale population that includes popular rorquals and humpback whales, the sunshine coast offers some of the best whale watching tours for visitors in australia. September 2012 ask travelkat68 about noosa national park. The outdoor deck of the familyfriendly sunshine beach surf club is also a great place to watch from. Noosa, on queenslands sunshine coast, is famous for its wonderful climate, extraordinary natural beauty and spectacular waterways. Whale watching amazing noosa national park, noosa traveller. As your whale watching specialists, the locally owned and familyrun, whalesong cruises offers experiences you and your loved ones will rave about for a lifetime whether it be up close and personal encounters with humpback whales, exploring a remote west coast beach of world heritagelisted kgari fraser island, relaxing on a sunset cruise being pampered with canapes and your favourite. The gold coast whale watching season runs from early june to november and whale watching cruises will depart daily from the sea world cruise terminal at 7. Climb aboard your luxury catamaran for an unforgettable cruise to the playground of the southern humpback whales, and get up close to these amazing creatures in their natural habitat. Operating out of mooloolaba, whale one operated by sunreef mooloolaba offers affordable tours with a 100% guarantee for whale sightings. Our whale watching tours from hervey bay commence in midjuly and extend to early november as part of the humpback whales annual migration along the east coast of australia. Whale watching hervey bay whalesong cruises hervey bay. Noosa whale watching is best from august to november each year.
Tour whale watching cruise from noosa australia book online. Set out on a whale watching tour from mooloolaba to see humpback whales on their annual migration between australia and antarctica. Otherwise check out viator they have a price match guarantee that their products are the cheapest. The main focus of your tour is to locate and view the giant sperm whale.
Come and see the humpback whales playing in noosas aquatic backyard on their annual migration. Noosa thriller whale watching dolphin cruises noosa. The spirit is a very fast boat which allows them to spend the most time with the whales, less time travelling. Our lunch cruise starts as we travel down river towards noosa heads. Enjoy a range of cruises on board the whale one whale watching, private charters, shoreline, sunset and christmas lights cruises. The humpback whale migration is one of the most magnificent natural encounters we can have. Purposebuilt for river cruising, luxurious yet relaxed fine dining without breaking the bank. Just how close to a humpback whale would you feel comfortable being. On this sunshine coast whale watching tour, youll join the friendly crew of one of the sunny coasts best operators for a whale watching experience like no other to see the legendary humpback and southern right whales in person. Whale watching near noosa sunshine beach accommodation. Due to covid19, the start date of our 2020 afternoon whale watching and dolphin adventure cruises is to be determined. Your 3hour cruise is limited to 22 people, which allows for great viewing opportunities without the crowds. Noosa ferry sunset cruise join us for a one hour noosa river sunset cruise.
Contact us today on 0 810 944 or submit an enquiry and let us arrange your next noosa luxury holiday accommodation, at 4 whale drive in sunshine beach. The noosa national park with its range of walking circuits can be accessed from a neighbouring street or from the northern end of the beach. Noosa ferry and cruise company transport queensland. Operates tuesdays, thursdays and saturdays with bookings essential. Aug 11, 2017 a sunshine coast teenager has a lucky escape when a whale calf bellyflops onto him, hitting his leg and sucking him underwater with its current. Noosa bluewater charters now operating noosas very own whale watching tours directly out of the noosa marina at tewantin. Each year the whales return to noosa in large numbers whilst heading north along the queensland coastline. Feel the thrill of a stunning 4x4 adventure along the spectacular teewah beach from noosas north shore, deep into the great sandy national park to a pristine ocean kayaking location, double island point. Have the chance to see whales frolicking in their natural habitat, and look for dolphins too. With whale populations growing 10% each year and an estimated 33,000 whales this year, the opportunities for whale watching noosa heads and the sunshine coast have never been better. Whale watching cruises departing daily from may to november.
Swim with beautiful and majestic humpback whales on this responsible and safe tour. On the whales journey north in june, july and august, whale one heads out for the early season cruise with amazing views and live whale show entertainment. Your needs will be catered for with plenty of drinks and snacks on board. Whether youre a local, or enjoying a noosa holiday, the best way to see noosa is by river. Best of all theyll transfer you directly to mooloolaba from your noosa accommodation. Start your 3hour whale watching cruise at wharf mooloolaba, where youll board a 22passenger boat, a fully refurbished excommercial vessel that allows for a steady ride on the shimmering waters of the sunshine coast.
On this fullday 4wd excursion, soak up the scenery within great sandy national park, then take to the water for a thrilling sup standup paddleboarding lesson, and look out for sea turtles, bottlenose dolphins, and stingrays as you paddle along the coast. Whale watching cruise whale sighting guarantee mooloolaba best seller get on board this whale watching cruise from mooloolaba for close encounters with magnificent hump back whales as they migrate up and down the east coast of australia. Cruise to iceland with saga the saga pearl ii will depart from dover, england on a 15night cruise to iceland with u. Coasts top whale watching spots sunshine coast daily. Seeing a whale from the cruise ship off in the distance jack sparer. Please stay tuned to this website for the new start date. Close encounters with whales visit noosa 26jul2017. Whats in store, 2020 australian whale watching season.
Private charters are also available for weddings, birthdays and corporate functions for day or evening events. Have your cameras ready as playful dolphins, giant sea turtles, migratory shore birds and killer whales also frequent these waters. Tangalooma whale watching brisbanes premier whale watching. Enjoy viewing these magnificent creatures up close and personal with noosas longest running ocean tour operators. In autumn the southern hemisphere humpback whales migrate north to the warm waters off. The whales are drawn to the areas shallow waters, especially the auau channel between maui, molokai and lanai, making maui. Noosa everglades afternoon river cruise everything australia. Noosa heads rickys restaurant jetty at 2 quamby place, noosa heads only for customers dining at a restaurant at this location before or after their cruise hastings street. About noosa whale watching centre 42 years local knowledge and experience commercial boating in noosa. While gently passing the world renowned noosa national park and out into laguna bay, you can sit back, relax and enjoy the view. Its truly incredible to that one of the largest of mammals in our oceans is so graceful and gentle they are just so trusting of human. The sandy beaches and turquoise waters of double island point offer a stunning backdrop for a water sports adventure. With a passenger capacity of 449, the cruise is a hybrid between an expedition and a traditional voyage with the usual comforts like a spa, cinema, gym, and swimming pool. As these leviathans of the deep make their way through our warm waters they feed, mate and play in.
Noosa whale watching cruise book now experience oz. Noosa river cruises in a classic wooden speed boat. Noosa cruiser is the only noosa restaurant cruising the noosa river for a breakfast, lunch or dinner river cruise. Enjoy an early morning cruise before a day of activities on the gold coast or relax and sleep in with late afternoon departures available. Not only will you see these amazing creatures, you will also learn about their habits and activity by the on board expert crew. Experience an epic ocean adventure back to nature and into the wild with our noosa dolphin view kayak tour.
For our public music cruises to go ahead we do require a minimum of 20 before we can cruise. During the season, thousands of majestic humpbacks visit the calm protected waters of the bay for their annual holiday, and allow guests the opportunity to get up close and. When you are in noosa, stick your head under the water at little cove. Whale watching cruise whale sighting guarantee mooloolaba. Point perry is the best landbased whale watching spot on the sunshine coast according to visit coolum. See them up close from a tour boat, glassbottom boat or zodiac raft and enjoy whale watching while learning all about their lifestyle and habitat from a naturalist guide. Experience a close encounter with humpback whales during this 2 hour whale watching cruise from noosa. Our noosa whale watching cruise includes highlights such as noosa national. Boat tours from hervey bay the whales spend time with their young in the calm waters of hervey bay, about a 2. Queensland whale watching whalesong cruises youtube. The migration season is from july to november each year as they make their way to warmer climates further north to birth and mate. The whales form loose pods, keeping several miles between each other, so viewing any more than 1 to 2 whales per trip is a real bonus. New to oceanrider is a 2hour whale watching experience as you witness the majestic beauty of the humpback whale in noosas aquatic playground.
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