Jervis Bay Dolphin Cruise
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Get the best possible views of the dolphins native to Jervis Bay on this dolphin-watching cruise aboard a purpose-built catamaran. Setting out on a boat with five viewing levels in the Jervis Bay Marine Park means getting up-close views of marine life and the chance to snap great photos. Learn about the bottlenose dolphins' biology and behavior from a guide and enjoy the New South Wales coastline.
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AU$35.00
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Ages 0-99, max of 150 per group
Duration: 1h 30m
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Meets animal welfare guidelines
Highlights
- Spend time on the water watching the dolphins of Jervis Bay
- Travel aboard a boat built to optimize dolphin viewing from five levels
- Learn about dolphins' behavior and biology from the captain and crew
- Views of the New South Wales coastline
- 1.5-hour cruise
- Restroom on board subject to type of vessel used on the day
What's not included- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Arrive in Huskisson at the Jervis Bay Cruise Terminal in time to catch your departing cruise. Step on board the purpose-built vessel, specifically designed and optimized for viewing dolphins. Meet your captain and crew, who will assist you in spotting dolphins and provide you with information about their behavior, biology, and habitat as you travel. Find a comfortable spot to watch the dolphins from any of the five viewing levels. Enjoy the scenery of the New South Wales coast and keep a close watch for members of the pod, which number around 90. It is likely that the dolphins will jump, swim, and dive close to the boat, which makes for great photographs. Your tour ends at the departure point.
- Departure details
- Currambene Street, Currambene St, Huskisson NSW 2540, Australia Check-in 30min before departure at our private cruise terminal - Portside Cafe located on the left side of Huskisson Public Wharf.
Return details- Returns to original departure point
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 9166P1- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wear/bring something warm as it can be cool on the water.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times
- Not recommended for travellers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travellers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travellers can participate
- 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 150 travellers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- How much is Jervis Bay Dolphin Cruise?
- Jervis Bay Dolphin Cruise price starts from AU$35.56. Discover and book Jervis Bay Dolphin Cruise on Tripadvisor
- What is the Jervis Bay Dolphin Cruise cancellation policy?
- Jervis Bay Dolphin Cruise cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Discover and book Jervis Bay Dolphin Cruise on Tripadvisor
- Which company provides Jervis Bay Dolphin Cruise?
- Jervis Bay Dolphin Cruise is hosted by Jervis Bay Wild Cruises. Read reviews, discover additonal experiences or contact Jervis Bay Wild Cruises on Tripadvisor. Discover and book Jervis Bay Dolphin Cruise on Tripadvisor
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- On average, this experience will take approximately 1h 30m. Discover and book Jervis Bay Dolphin Cruise on Tripadvisor
- 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: 9166P1
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2 contributions
Mar. 2020 • Family
There is no guarantee to see dolphin. I will not go again bcoz this will spend my full day time and lot of money on this like gambling and let your family dissapointed and blame on u.
We spent whole day 7hr driving from sydney to there, with car rental charges over aud350. The website page is fantastic successfully lure pple from all over the world, at the end, u ll get the answer, unfortunately we cant see any dolphin.
I always travel in Europe, Asia and Us, there are no such bad thing happen that ll destroy your mood
If u cant guarantee, please write a big characters on your web, dnt hide any truth
If everybody can do like this, i also can invite u all come to see shark or bear or whatever u wish
We spent whole day 7hr driving from sydney to there, with car rental charges over aud350. The website page is fantastic successfully lure pple from all over the world, at the end, u ll get the answer, unfortunately we cant see any dolphin.
I always travel in Europe, Asia and Us, there are no such bad thing happen that ll destroy your mood
If u cant guarantee, please write a big characters on your web, dnt hide any truth
If everybody can do like this, i also can invite u all come to see shark or bear or whatever u wish
Written 24 March 2020
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Thankyou for your feedback.
We here at Jervis Bay Wild strive everytime to offer "The Ultimate Jervis Bay Expedition".
On this particular tour, you received a complimentary upgrade from our one and half hour dolphin tour to a two hour "Jervis Bay Passage". This is the sightseeing tour that showcases all the highlights Jervis Bay has to offer and circles around taking in the sights of Jervis Bay. It would be reasonable to assume that there is more of an opportunity to see dolphins due to more distance being covered and the extra time on the water. Unfortunately on this particular day we were unsuccessful in locating the dolphins with every effort was made to locate them. With free roaming wild animals it is impossible for us to guarantee sightings and on the rare occasions where we do not sight them and with the discretion of senior management a re-cruise was offered and subsequently declined by yourself. We went on further to offer a replacement gift voucher valid for three years again to which, you declined. Whilst we believe we gave a value for money Jervis Bay Experience we are saddened to hear of your disappointment.
Jervis Bay Wild sincerely and unreservedly apologise for the disappointment experienced by you and your family.
Written 27 April 2020
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Sarah B
Launceston, Australia64 contributions
Yes, we were able to get great views of the dolphins, but the cruise literally doesn't really go anywhere. Much of it is spent standing still in the bay. I loved seeing the dolphins but after the initial excitement of watching them for a while it was very boring. For a 1.5hr cruise it could actually go out a bit further to some of the islands, which thankfully I did end up getting to see on a fishing charter I did. Also, the captain should have continued to talk and give commentary throughout the entire 'journey'- not just occasionally with long pauses in between. As visitors to the area one of the things you want is to learn about the place you're visiting.
Written 24 March 2023
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Elizabeth A
Thank you for your review and I will pass on your comments to Management.
The Jervis Bay Passage tour is our scenic tour that goes all around the bay.
Written 26 March 2023
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Franz A
30 contributions
Jan. 2021
No dolphins, which is understandable given they are wild animals. Unfortunately, we had to go off schedule to pick up passengers from boat that was not working. I wish a partial refund had at least been offered.
Still, I would recommend as the tour goes past some of the lovely beaches around Jervis Bay
Still, I would recommend as the tour goes past some of the lovely beaches around Jervis Bay
Written 24 January 2021
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Thank-you for your positive feedback. If you would be so kind as to contact the office on 4441 7002 to discuss privately........Thank You.
Written 27 January 2021
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P C
Sydney, Australia38 contributions
Oct. 2022
From what I was told there was two cruise tour operators but the second operator sold his business to Jervis Bay Wild Cruises. The advertised dolphin cruise is now $40 instead of $35 and no guarantee of seeing dolphins and no refunds or credits if there are none sighted.
The staff were friendly and I could see they were trying their best to find some dolphins.
Everyone on the cruise left disappointed.
The staff were friendly and I could see they were trying their best to find some dolphins.
Everyone on the cruise left disappointed.
Written 1 November 2022
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Elizabeth A
Thank you for your review.
We all rely on wildlife in the wild, and our crew do their best to find the dolphins.
Written 2 November 2022
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Ian H
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Fantastic day out. Saw pods of dolphins which apparently is the norm; but I hadn’t been sure I would. Great staff & boat. Been on other dolphin tours and to Monkey Mia; but in the stunning Jervis Bay, this is as good as anything. Also did you sunset tour which is also well worth doing. Jervis Bay Wild is a very professional outfit with plenty of options and great well maintained vessels.. just do it
Written 16 February 2022
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Elizabeth A
Thank you for your review Ian, pleased you enjoyed your tours with us, and I have to agree Jervis Bay is a magnificent place to visit. I will pass your comments onto the boat crew.
Written 17 February 2022
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Christine M
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Mar. 2023
The crew and boat were really great, however, it was disappointing that our departure was delayed by half an hour because of people turning up late. This would have been okay if our cruise was not cut down to an hour. We spent the half hour tied up to the jetty. We had paid for an hour and a half dolphin watching cruise. We did see a few dolphins and the crew were lovely.
Written 20 April 2023
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Jervis Bay W
Thank you for your review.
It's unfortunate that passengers do not arrive on time. We do our best to please.
Written 4 May 2023
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abw101_
Sydney, Australia18 contributions
Walking onto the boat I had no idea that my expectations of seeing one or two dolphins from a distance would be WILDLY surpassed. Within minutes of the tour starting, we were surrounded by a large pod of dolphins swimming with our boat. For almost the full length of this tour, the dolphins did not leave the side of our boat, and this tour is an experience that I will never forget. A special shoutout to the Captain, Vlad and Dean for making this tour so fantastic with their incredible commentary and extensive dolphin facts! Thanks guys!
Written 18 April 2021
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Elizabeth A
Thank you for your review and will let the crew know.
Written 19 April 2021
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Excursion64272822569
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Oct. 2023 • Business
I had a great time on the dolphin cruise. The crew was very welcoming and enthusiastic. However, due to heavy rain the day before, the water in the bay wasn't crystal clear and we couldn't fully enjoy the view. From this, I have learned that it is important to obtain water and weather forecasts before planning a boat ride so that visitors can choose the best time to go.
Written 30 November 2023
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shelleycop
Nowra, Australia51 contributions
May 2021
What a wonderful experience. Anthony and glad were great at their job. They were friendly and helpful and ensured everyone had fun. The boat was clean and tidy. Saw lots of dolphins who joined in the fun showing off their skills. Would certainly recommend this company. The photo on board was also very friendly and would of got lots of great shots. I’ll be booking with this company for the whale watching tour.
Written 2 May 2021
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Elizabeth A
Thankyou for your Positive feedback. We shall pass on your comments to Anthony and Vlad.
Looking forward to seeing you again during "The Whale Season".
Written 4 May 2021
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Montana F
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We were on the small boat with no toilets, our family was split up and we weren’t able to sit together which was disappointing.. other families were also split up. We weren’t able to stand up and move around, our kids could barely see the water. Unfortunately no dolphins to see that day as well.
The other boats were larger and had indoor seating and toilets, this would have been more comfortable for our kids to escape the wind and also had two levels to move around in.
The other boats were larger and had indoor seating and toilets, this would have been more comfortable for our kids to escape the wind and also had two levels to move around in.
Written 11 July 2023
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Jervis Bay W
Thank you for your review.
The smaller vessel scheduled for Dolphins does have an emergency toilet onboard. There is no reserve seating on any of our vessels.
The larger vessel was scheduled for the whale tours which do go out into the open waters.
So sorry that you did not enjoy your tour.
Written 25 July 2023
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goodvibetribe3
Wodonga, Australia
Hi we are going to Kiama on holidays arriving the 9th of January wanting to know is this a good time to see dolphins or would we best to book on another visit. Also is there a family discount price thanks very much Linda
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