AQUARIUMS · WHALE WATCHING
This is the shortlist you would send a friend flying in: 4 whale watching tours worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you buy.
Cruise from Main Beach aboard Spirit of Migaloo II to the Australian Whale Sanctuary, about 20 minutes offshore. Expect expert commentary, whale sightings when conditions allow, city views, and possible dolphins, turtles, and seabirds. The 2.5-hour trip includes a whale sighting guarantee.
“You never know what to expect with these beautiful mammals they definately have a mind of there own and are full of surprises”
Visit Genoa’s Aquarium, home to more than 70 exhibits and 12,000 specimens, then join a marine biologist on a four-hour cruise into the Pelagos Sanctuary. The guide speaks Italian and English and explains how to spot cetaceans without disturbing them. Whale sightings are never guaranteed, but a missed sighting earns another cruise.
“The combo deal is good. Sadly we didin’t see any whales or dolphins on our day. They came forwards and gave us a free voucher for it.”
From Los Cristianos, you’ll sail aboard a wooden Portuguese schooner toward Tenerife’s pilot whale colony and local dolphins. The trip includes an open bar, a meal, time for an Atlantic swim, and an upper deck for sunbathing. It is offered in English and lasts about two hours, though some trips run longer.
“De were able to see the dolphins and whales as planned it was so great! The crew members were all nice and the explanations during the excursion were very good Recommended”
Cruise the Gold Coast’s Humpback Highway for up to 2.5 hours with an English-speaking captain and marine guide, then visit Sea World the same or following day. See breaching whales, dolphins, penguins, polar bears, rides, and live shows. Cruises run from late May through October.
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