Merimbula is arguably one of Australia's best whale watching spots and with good reason as tens of thousands of humpback whales pass by the area as part of their annual migration from the Great Barrier Reef to Antarctica. This two hour adventure on the NSW Sapphire Coast is the perfect way to see these incredible creatures up close in their natural habitat. Starting at Merimbula Public Jetty, you'll hop aboard a large tourist vessel where you'll be welcomed by a friendly and professional crew with over 19 years of experience, knowledge and passion for whales.

Depending on the time of the year, you'll be able to quickly spot them playing right in Merimbula Bay within minutes of departing out to sea or wider out where they're lunge feeding. The sight of these creatures performing exciting tricks and splashing about, swimming by with their calves or even just calmly hanging around is a magnificent sight to behold! Enjoy the day with an open mind and an adventurous spirit, as there's lots of fun to be had!

Info

Inclusions

2-hour whale watching cruise
Informative live commentary
Guaranteed whale sightings (or receive a free return tour)
14-meter aluminium tourist vessel
Professional and experienced crew

Duration

This experience has a duration of 2 hours.

Departure Location

Tour departs Merimbula Public Jetty, Market Street Merimbula.
3 hour drive from Canberra, 6 hour drive from Sydney,7 hour drive from Melbourne
Fly into Merimbula Airport from Melbourne or Sydney with REX or Quantas. Bus from Canberra, Melbourne, Sydney

What To Bring

Please wear flat, covered shoes, bring warm clothing, wet weather jacket, hat and sunglasses
Bring any food you may like whilst on the cruise.

Additional Information

We strongly recommend that you take sea sickness prevention tablets before boarding the boat if you are prone to sea sickness. Please visit your chemist to discuss options available to you
This tour operates over a sandbar and as such there may be times when the departure time may vary due to the depth of the sandbar and the tide. In these instances you will be notified in advance
Please note this is an 'adventure' tour and is conducted out on the ocean where it can be wet and windy. This tour is suitable to people with an open mind and an adventurous spirit
This experience is not wheelchair accessible

Cancellation Policy

Change your booking up to 48 hours before the start time of your experience
Changes are not permitted within 48 hours of your experience
Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience

Booking Information

Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements

Location

1 Market Street, Merimbula, NSW 2548

Recent reviews

4/5

Based on 1 review

Tilly

over 2 years ago

A lovely morning

Thank you so much for a great morning, the sun was shining, the whales, dolphins and seals were fantastic as were the crew looking after us so well. A truly enjoyable morning Too busy watching to take photos they are stored in the memory bank

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Merimbula Whale Watching Adventure, 2 Hours

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