Rose Bay Tours
Whale Watching Sailing Experience in Sydney
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LIKELY TO SELL OUT*

Whale Watching Sailing Experience in Sydney

By Charterscene
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Ages 13-100, max of 12 per group
Duration: 3h
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Meets animal welfare guidelines
Live guide: English
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  • Snacks
  • Bottled water
  • Restroom on board


Start:
  • Rose Bay Pontoon Wharf, New South Head Rd, Rose Bay NSW 2029, Australia
    Pontoon Wharf West side of Lyne Park 550 New South Head Road Rose Bay NSW On street parking usually available. 100 metres south from Rose Bay Ferry Wharf 300 metres from New South Head Rd Bus Stop
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Pushchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • 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: 137648P2

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not recommended for travellers with back problems
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Most travellers can participate
    • Not recommended for travellers prone to chronic seasickness
    • If you require motion sickness tablets please visit a pharmacy or seek advice prior to your cruise departure
    • Near public transportation
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travellers
    • Not recommended for travelers 5 years and younger
    • 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: 137648P2

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    • Charterscene
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    • lukea558
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Amazing
      Absolutely amazing! Great couple taking us on a charter though the harbour. Couldn’t ask for a better captain and 2nd on deck.
      Written 4 December 2020
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    Larney P
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    July 2020
    Doug and Gav were lovely, and once whales were spotted Doug expertly travelled with them so that we were able to have an incredible experience observing these magnificent creatures. Highly recommend.
    Written 11 July 2020
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    Jo T
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    July 2020 • Friends
    What a day! The boat was gorgeous and the crew were amazing! We saw so many whales and they couldn’t have got much closer! Amazing day on the harbour. Would highly recommend it. Amazing!
    Written 11 July 2020
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    Jessica W
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    July 2020 • Couples
    It was a great experience and we got to see humpbacks and dolphins. After the trip we got the best pumpkin soup ever :)
    Written 5 July 2020
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    christinechanys
    Petaling Jaya, Malaysia122 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Captain Doug & assistant Pip were lovely. The boat was clean & spacious. Doug was knowledgeable on whales+sailing whilst Pip was really friendly. We manage to catch 1 whale and 2 sea lions, thanks to them for being patient and accommodating ^^ They also provided mineral water bottle and super delish hot pumpkin soup w/bread. Would recommend this package. Not yet commercialized thus comfortable, private and relaxing.
    Written 8 September 2019
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    Alexandre W
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Whale watching consist of two parts. Find a whale and watch it. Most whale watching companies offer the whale warranty - so soon after they see the whale they return to the harbour! But the best part of the whale watching is watching. These guy once they found the whales followed them for hours!! Fantastic experience.
    Written 5 August 2019
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    David
    San Francisco, CA6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is a review for a trip booked but not taken. I booked a whales under sail trip but there were not enough passengers to go out the days I was free. Rather than giving up on it, Doug went to great lengths to book me with another small sailing boat whale watch with another captain (reviewed elsewhere), so I was able to enjoy a morning on the water with whales after all.

    Doug is a class act and super thoughtful - i look forward to sailing with him the next time I come to Sydney with my family. I think it’s worth every extra penny to book a small boat experience vs the big catamarans packed with people - a knowledgeable captain with a small number of passengers is so enjoyable and makes every minute special. You won’t regret it!
    Written 6 July 2019
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    Pat62
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    June 2019 • Family
    what a fantastic experience. Our captain Doug was very experienced and knowledgable. I am not a seagoing person and never been on a yacht but start to finish it was an amazing day. (sailing boats, whales, tick tick). we had calm blue water, perfect weather, and absolute breathtaking experience up close with the whales. Thank you Doug. highly recommended.
    Written 17 June 2019
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    87ana
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates5 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    June 2019 • Friends
    Thank you, Captain Doug, this was certainly the high-light of my trip, to see Whales splashing around in the water and Dolphins swimming along the boat. It was definitely a WOOW moment for me.

    I highly recommend, this cruise, for Whale and Dolphin watching, or if you simply just want to enjoy the beautiful harbour, especially if you haven’t been to Sydney before.

    Thank you for the yummy catering, especially the warm chocolate brownies!!

    Thank you so much for a beautiful day at sea. Simply magical!

    Ana G.
    Written 13 June 2019
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    Marie E
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    June 2019 • Friends
    We had such an AMAZING experience with charter scene! We would highly recommend for the whale watching. Everything was perfect : 1) not touristy at all, 2) family atmosphere, 3) the captain took us literally a couple of meters away from the whales, 4) amazing sailing crew, 5) great atmosphere, 6) beautiful yacht, 7) a loott of respect for the whales
    perfect -
    Thank you so much for this beautiful day
    Written 10 June 2019
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