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Dolphin Watch Cruises
Dolphin Watch Cruises
4.5
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Full view
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Dolphin Watch Cruises Jervis Bay is the most famous and experienced cruise operator in Jervis Bay. Jervis Bay is home the largest population of resident bottle-nose dolphins in Australia. We also play host to the migrating Humpback Whales annually- a once in a life time experience! Jervis Bay is famed for having some of the the whitest sand in the World and crystal clear water... Jervis Bay is an extraordinary part of the world! Once you are here you will see for yourself! Dolphin Watch Cruises-is the most awarded Tourism Operator on the South Coast, providing the best quality cruises on Jervis Bay for over 30 years. Our famous Dolphin Watching Cruise (1.5 hr) operates 365 Days a year and has multiple departures every day. It includes expert commentary and tea/coffee and bikkies! Our Whale Watching Cruises are also world class and operate from May- November. We love what we do and sharing it with our passengers.
Huskisson, New South Wales, Australia
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Stefanie
1 contribution
Nov. 2022 • Family
We did a dolphin tour on your boat today and were very disappointed. Neither we have seen any dolphin, nor we had the impression that a dolphin sighting was the primary concern of the trip. There were almost no explanations about the dolphins. At the end of the trip, no regrets were even expressed that no dolphins were seen. Instead, the captain hoped we had a nice trip.
How can a ride be nice if you don't see a single animal? Really very disappointing! We hoped for much more from the description on the website. Above all, that the provider knows the animals better and know where they are.
The money could have been better spent.
How can a ride be nice if you don't see a single animal? Really very disappointing! We hoped for much more from the description on the website. Above all, that the provider knows the animals better and know where they are.
The money could have been better spent.
Written 20 November 2022
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AHN
10 contributions
Friendly staff. Unfortunately Dolphins had gone for a break.
Probably it could be better if it was sunny, but I can not blame the tour guys for it.
Probably it could be better if it was sunny, but I can not blame the tour guys for it.
Written 31 October 2022
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BellaGirlTravels
Melbourne, Australia24 contributions
Lovely morning where we saw a large Pod of dolphins. Informative and friendly staff who took their time to talk to us and ensure we all got to see the Pod.
Written 24 September 2022
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Keryn
Sydney, Australia1 contribution
Huge shoutout to Sophie, Matt and Richard for a amazing cruise on the bay. We cruised to amazing areas of the bay and experienced close observation of a pod of dolphins. commentary was clear and informative while allowing time for us to quietly just fully experience the beauty of the bay and ask questions if we wished.
A truly fantastic morning. Highly recommend -
5 stars plus !
A truly fantastic morning. Highly recommend -
5 stars plus !
Written 4 March 2022
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Hannah L
4 contributions
Feb. 2022 • Family
Amazing! The guide was funny and friendly, we saw so many dolphins came right up to the boat, didn't drag on and wasn't boring so kids will love it. Had a great time would do it over and over again
Written 22 February 2022
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Olya W
Forbes, Australia204 contributions
Feb. 2022
We spent a very relaxing 2 hours on the Hidden Secrets Cruise. Bonus for us was being up close to dolphins, especially seeing a mother and her calf. The cruise took us past Callala Beach and Bay, Hare Bay, Long Beach, Honeymoon Bay, Silica Beach. At each place we were given interesting facts on the area. We also were able to get a good viewing of Point Perpendicular, as on the day the sea was calm. Being curious passengers, we would have liked to have more information especially connected to the Indigenous history of the area. Some of this was mentioned but feel there could have been more. All in all a most relaxing enjoyable time was had in Jervis Bay.
Written 19 February 2022
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Sandy Haynes
2 contributions
Jan. 2022
The Scenic Cruise was a wonderful trip! The crew were great, so friendly and helpful. They looked after everyone, made sure the small people got a good view and told us all fun facts and helped us spot the dolphins!
Written 26 January 2022
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Dolphin Watch C... J
Thanks so much for your review!
Written 26 January 2022
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Stuart B
1 contribution
Jan. 2022
An excellent experience. On our first trip out, unfortunately we didn't find any dolphins but everyone on board was given a free cruise to use within the next 12 months, which was a pleasant surprise.
We out again the next day, and were lucky enough to find a pod of dolphins almost straight away. We were able to spend close to an hour just watching the dolphins, and the boat did several trips back and forwards while the dolphins surfed off the bow of the boat. It was incredible to watch these beautiful creatures from just a couple of metres away as they played, including a couple of babies with their mothers.
We deliberately chose this company because they DON'T offer boom netting on these cruises. Another operator that does offer that literally spent half the time with the dolphins before they cruised to another sheltered part of the bay to do the boom netting. If I was a customer who hadn't opted to do that, I'd have been fuming at only getting half the experience I'd paid for.
Thoroughly recommend this company for your Jervis Bay cruise.
We out again the next day, and were lucky enough to find a pod of dolphins almost straight away. We were able to spend close to an hour just watching the dolphins, and the boat did several trips back and forwards while the dolphins surfed off the bow of the boat. It was incredible to watch these beautiful creatures from just a couple of metres away as they played, including a couple of babies with their mothers.
We deliberately chose this company because they DON'T offer boom netting on these cruises. Another operator that does offer that literally spent half the time with the dolphins before they cruised to another sheltered part of the bay to do the boom netting. If I was a customer who hadn't opted to do that, I'd have been fuming at only getting half the experience I'd paid for.
Thoroughly recommend this company for your Jervis Bay cruise.
Written 20 January 2022
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Dolphin Watch C... J
Thanks so much for your review, we're so happy you enjoyed the trip with us! Much appreciated!
Written 26 January 2022
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Mel
Melbourne, Australia1 contribution
Amazing cruise. Saw so many dolphins! Crew were knowledgeable and friendly. We have teen kids and a younger child and they all loved it.
Written 11 January 2022
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Dolphin Watch C... J
Thanks so much for taking the time to share this review, we're so glad you enjoyed the trip!
Written 26 January 2022
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Tina
Sydney, Australia63 contributions
Dec. 2021 • Family
Never have I experienced such professional people in my life, I will NEVER cruise with any company except this! We had the best time of our lives, we booked a private family only cruise! One in a million experience that we will never forget, we didn't want to get off the boat! The water is stunning, the staff members are top notch! Book and see for yourself! See picture below of the crew who made our experience the best!
Written 21 December 2021
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Dolphin Watch C... J
Tina! Thanks so much! Can we give you a review of "Best Passenger Ever?!
Written 1 January 2022
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Wathsala K
Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Is there an age restriction for kids to be able take the tour? I have three kids 5 Yr old n twins (2.5yrs).
We are visiting jervis Bay the first time n really keen on this!
Thanks
Dolphin Watch C... J
Huskisson, Australia7 contributions
Hi Zara,
Thank you for your question. Dolphin Watching is suitable for all ages. Children under 4 years old are Free Of Charge and children 4 - 14 year old are $22.00 each.
All vessels are suitable for children, however most families enjoy Tekin III - Spirit of Jervis Bay as it offers the opportunity for the children to move around the boat more freely than on Eco Extreme or Eco Explorer.
For any other questions please contact us directly.
Regards
DWC
Sherin G
9 contributions
Hi,
My friends and I are visiting Australia by mid June..... I understand that one can't get a complete guarantee of any sightings but is june considered to still be ok enough to go ahead with the booking the cruise?
Thank you in advance.
Dolphin Watch C... J
Huskisson, Australia7 contributions
Hi Sherin
Thank you for contacting us.
We will kicking off our Whale watching season this weekend (20th May) and hopefully by mid June we will be seeing plenty migrating whales heading up the coast. But yes these are wild creatures so a 100% guarantee can't be given.
We are also fortunate enough to have around 100 bottlenose dolphins that call Jervis Bay home. We can offer dolphin cruises all year round and have a 95% success rate in sighting the dolphins.
Hope this helps and hope to see you in Jervis Bay
Cheers
DWC
Sherin G
9 contributions
Hi,
My friends and I are visiting Australia by mid June..... I understand that one can't get a complete guarantee of any sightings but is june considered to still be ok enough to go ahead with the booking the cruise?
Thank you in advance.
mitchell s
Sydney, Australia26 contributions
Hi Sherin- Yes June should be fine.I also understand that in June they also offer whale watching (the whale season is May to November) as well as dolphin cruises...and if none are sighted they do offer a replacement cruise ..
cheers.
Lifung
Singapore, Singapore
Will you pick up and drop off at my hotel?
I have a family of 7. Can your tour accommodate all of us together?
How should I dress for this tour?
Dolphin Watch C... J
Huskisson, Australia7 contributions
Hi Lifung,
We don't have a pick up service from hotels unfortunately. If you are driving to Jervis Bay, our cruises depart from the main wharf in Huskisson.
All of our boats can easily accommodate 7 guests however you may need to check availability of the cruise that you would like to do.
Please wear clothing appropriate to the weather.. ie. take a jumper or jacket and wear closed in shoes.
Thanks
DWC
Leanne L
Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia107 contributions
Can dates be changed once booked ?
Dolphin Watch C... J
Huskisson, Australia7 contributions
Hi Leanne.
Yes you can change your date after booking as long as it is more than 24 prior to your cruise. If it is a issue of weather and we cancel your cruise due to saftey then your tickets will be refunded, changed to another date at no cost or trasnferred to a different cruise.
If we can help any ufther please call on 02 4441 6311.
Thanks
DWC
KylieLooKE
Singapore, Singapore9 contributions
Hi guys,
Could anyone tell me what time the dolphin cruise departs daily? I'll be there on the 25th of May, Wednesday.
Thanks lots in advance!
Pam H
Cambridge, UK43 contributions
My best advice is to go on line and contact them directly as cruise times vary according to the tides.