Noosa Whale Watching
4.5
Noosa Whale Watching
By Noosa Thriller
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AU$80.00
Lowest price guaranteeReserve now & pay laterFree cancellation
Ages 7-80, max of 12 per group
Duration: 2h
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Mobile ticket
Meets animal welfare guidelines
Live guide: English
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- Boat ride
- Certified guide
- Start:
- Noosa Boathouse Info Centre, The Boathouse Marina, 194 Gympie Terrace, Noosaville QLD 4566, Australia
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 182051P2- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travellers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travellers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- The departure time for this tour varies due to the tides. Message or text company to confirm departure time
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travellers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 182051P2
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- The Boathouse Marina, 194 Gympie Terrace, Noosaville QLD 4566, Australia
- Pass byNoosa National Park
About the operator
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- donnaclark0070 contributionsNoosa Thriller whalesVery personable host with great knowledge. Kept staying out till we saw some decent whale activity which isn't hard during the peak season.Written 27 August 2024
- 376joanner0 contributionsWow, what a ride :)Such a great afternoon with Brent at the helm who is very knowledgeable and easy going. So many bonuses for us - perfect weather, whale right up next to our boat, tight-rope walker show on the way back (not normal) and the thrill of 360's too. Who could ask for more??? A must do, we highly recommend for a dose of fun. Thanks Brent & Min. Jo & TedWritten 18 August 2024
- NickT1510 contributionsThis is a must do!Really enjoyed this activity. Safety was paramount and the vessel was perfect for the task. Equipment provided was also top notch. Great commentary on the way round and visited many interesting locations on the trip. Thanks Brent - see you again on Sunday!!Written 16 August 2024
- Melanie T0 contributionsUnmissable experience! Brilliant 👏Literally the best boat scenic trip we've ever done. Brett & Min made the whole experience such fun. Brett was knowledgeable about the area and went out of his way to make sure we had the best time and got to watch a pod of whales for some time. Will never forget it. Thank you again, Mel & RoyWritten 23 June 2024
- kerrykD9441VX0 contributionsDolphin safariMy husband and I went on the dolphin safari and it was a great experience from start to finish. Saw lots of dolphins and the scenic coastline around Noosa. The guide was knowledgeable and friendly. Loved it and would recommend to anyone who wants to explore another side of Noosa.Written 12 June 2024
- 708kymm0 contributionsNoosaWe had a fantastic time. Brent was extremely knowledgeable and we were fortunate to have a pod of dolphins swim around the boat as well as seeing a huge frenzy of Mack tuna. A great experience. Highly recommend this tourWritten 21 May 2024
- sallygA5740RH0 contributionsFantastic boat ride, got to see Noosa from the ocean and dolphinsAmazing experience, highlight of our weekend away, saw dolphins and the boat ride was as its name says - a thrill! Would recommend to any one looking for some excitementWritten 1 April 2024
- X4168KImeganl0 contributionsNoosaSpent 2 days in Noosa so my daughter could go on the wild dolphin safari werr she went out on boat tour oozing for wild dolphinsWritten 12 March 2024
- lbcp130 contributionsGreat ride!Very professional - Brent and Min new owners are lovely. perfect mix of speed and scenery and nature for me. Good operators, felt safe!Written 17 January 2024
- chrishU3180NM0 contributionsGreat experience.Great experience on the Noosa thriller with my two boys. Fun ride topped off by lots of dolphin watching. Loved it.Written 11 January 2024
- R4067YRjeremyw0 contributionsGreat family adventureA great trip for the family. Interesting commentary. Great views and we even got to see dolphins! Thriller was great and not too radical.Written 11 January 2024
- kazh2920 contributionsA different viewA good way to see Noosa from a different perspective. Captain knew his stuff. Felt very safe. Had some younger humans on board who also enjoyed the trip. Saw dolphins and the caves along the cliff faces that can only be seen from the sea.Written 9 January 2024
- singrose0 contributionsThe ocean thriller boat ride exceeded expectations, delivering an unforgettable experience for my family!This adventure not only sparked an adrenaline rush but also left us with a deeper appreciation for marine life and Noosa. Undoubtedly, a must for those craving the ultimate adventure on the water. What truly set this experience apart was the tour guides’ natural gift to connect with everyone on the boat. We highly recommend this incredible Thriller Boat Tour! …ask for donut burnouts at the end, you won’t be disappointed!!!Written 9 January 2024
- tatsaneeb20230 contributionsOutstanding and memorable Wild Dolphin TripIncredible seeing Wild Dolphins experience with Brent and Min on Christmas Eve for my auntie's birthday present. Brent (aka Aquaman) knows a lot about the coasts including histories, people and animals. We learnt many new things from him. We love to come back to join another wild sealife trip with them. Also, we were impressed with their high standard of customer service, especially Min. She is an outstanding supporter. She always makes sure that you will be on the trip. Highly recommended to family, couples and others who love seeing the wild sea life closely.Written 4 January 2024
- 400ashleighg0 contributionsAmazing tourAmazing tour with an excellent guide. Lucky enough to see a huge pod of dolphins. A must do in Noosa!!Written 4 January 2024
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Bree
Birdlings Flat, New Zealand1 contribution
July 2024 • Family
My family and I had the most amazing adventure with Noosa thrillers. Brent and Min were so friendly and Brent was an awesome captain. We saw so many whales even a sea turtle and Brent shared heaps of great stories and facts! We all couldn't decide our favourite parts between the boat ride jumping over the waves, seeing the whales or the beautiful weather. Thanks again Noosa thrillers we will be sure to recommend you guys to anyone heading those ways.
Bree and Mason
Bree and Mason
Written 25 July 2024
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Hi Bree & Mason,
Thanks so much for the review & recommendation. It was a pleasure to have you on board & show you this beautiful place & amazing wildlife.
Cheers Brent & Min
Written 2 August 2024
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Kelams
Mitcham, Australia34 contributions
Aug 2024 • Couples
What an awesome two hours! We saw whales (a mum & calf), dolphins and even a turtle. The boat ride out to sea was fast & fun, and Brent our captain was informative & friendly. Highly recommended!
Written 30 August 2024
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Hi, thanks for the review & recommendation! You got the trio! Awesome experience in an amazing location! thanks for coming out with us. Cheers Brent & Min
Written 1 September 2024
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Karen H
Nairne, Australia20 contributions
The boat fantastic comfy safety brief good.
I was really hoping to see whales as we have been to a few spots and seen offshore .I thought they may have done homework and found out some locations to where they have been spotted or how far out they would be . Spent hour and half all looking around and around . Saw nothing . Disappointed as paid to see whales . Lots of history chat but I just wanted to draw from man's experience to find whales. Bit pricey if just for joy ride , I did get bored . As it's slow tour as stated.
Wished tour guide did more homework on whale locations .
So sorry as was so looking forward to this and it was a big spend for me and a lot of time getting there and back for not much return.
I was really hoping to see whales as we have been to a few spots and seen offshore .I thought they may have done homework and found out some locations to where they have been spotted or how far out they would be . Spent hour and half all looking around and around . Saw nothing . Disappointed as paid to see whales . Lots of history chat but I just wanted to draw from man's experience to find whales. Bit pricey if just for joy ride , I did get bored . As it's slow tour as stated.
Wished tour guide did more homework on whale locations .
So sorry as was so looking forward to this and it was a big spend for me and a lot of time getting there and back for not much return.
Written 20 August 2022
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narelle a
Pomona, Australia104 contributions
Sept 2024 • Family
What a wicked way to see the whales. Within minutes of crossing the bar we were spotting whales. The brilliant thing about whale watching on the thriller is that once whales are spotted we got from one location to another very quickly. It wasn't a tiresome hour cruise to get out to see them like some previous cruises I've been on. We watched the whales do their acrobatics, but also zipped along the coastline and see dolphins and the best spots of Noosa. We loved the speed and wave jumping as well. Definitely recommend 1000%
Written 10 September 2024
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Thanks so much for the review - it certainly is a very personal way to see this area of the Sunshine coast & the wildlife it has to offer. Thanks for coming on board & thanks for recommending us. Cheers Brent & Min
Written 10 September 2024
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kate142018
Dalkeith, UK2 contributions
Sept 2024 • Friends
Great whale watching and the guide was fun and informative. Riding the waves was exciting and the whales were wow wow and we did see dolphins.
Fully recommended
Fully recommended
Written 9 September 2024
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Thanks for the review & recommendation!! We really appreciate you coming on board & so glad you had a great time. cheers Brent & Min
Written 10 September 2024
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Angela K
1 contribution
Aug 2024 • Couples
It was a last decision but as soon as we rang we had a friendly member of the team to book the very last spot for us.
Good customer service ,great communication and awesome experience we had. Cheers👌🤩
Good customer service ,great communication and awesome experience we had. Cheers👌🤩
Written 30 August 2024
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Thanks for the review! We do what we can to make it an unforgettable experience. Cheers Brent & Min
Written 1 September 2024
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1 contribution
July 2024 • Family
We loved this tour! So much fun and great experience seeing whale an dolphins so close up! The scenery was gorgeous and our tour guide was friendly and informative!
Written 15 July 2024
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Thanks for the review! It's a beautiful location to see amazing marine life. Thanks for coming out. Cheers Brent & Min
Written 19 July 2024
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Sarah M
1 contribution
July 2024 • Family
What an amazing adventure. Brent, our captain was so informative and enthusiastic. We had lots of laughs with some education along the way. such a great family adventure. Tip: Don’t forget your sunnies!
Written 13 July 2024
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Thanks for coming on board & thanks for the review. Cheers Brent & Min
Written 19 July 2024
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janet h
1 contribution
June 2024 • Family
Two hours of witnessing spectacular sights. We saw lots of whales and dolphins. Bret was informative on many subjects. Loved it
Written 12 July 2024
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So glad you loved your tour, Noosa is indeed an amazing place. Seeing the Whales & Dolphins is always a great bonus. cheers Brent & Min
Written 19 July 2024
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Justine P
1 contribution
July 2024 • Family
Incredible experience!! Up close and personal with the whales who seemed to enjoy having an audience 💙🐋Brent was a super captain
Written 12 July 2024
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Thanks for coming out with us!! The whales are very intelligent beings.
cheers Brent & Min
Written 19 July 2024
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