Whale watching on the Sunshine Coast is an unforgettable experience that you’ll want to add to your holiday bucket-list! There are a variety of cruise options available to see these magnificent creatures of the deep up close, depending on your choose departure point and time. For the ultimate experience; there’s even the option to swim with Humpback Whales!
Please note that Whale season runs annually, generally from June to October/November.
Sunreef Whale Watching
Board a luxurious vessel with an experienced crew for this 2.5-3.5 hour whale watching tour and see the humpbacks up close. Offering 100% whale sighting guarantee or a free return cruise.
- Iconic luxury 65 foot catamaran
- Adventure of a lifetime along the beautiful coastline of Mooloolaba
- Witness the magnificent humpback whales throughout their winter migration to breed and mate off the coast of Queensland
- Amazing photo opportunities
- Get close to the gentle giants
- Eco Tourism Certified
- Experienced crew
Find out more about Sunreef Whale Watching
Sunreef Swim with Whales Tour
This incredible and unique opportunity is your rare chance to make holiday memories of a lifetime, swimming alongside one of the world’s largest and most gentle creatures.
Departing from Mooloolaba this tour is available daily between July and October and provides a firsthand look at these ocean giants as the play, dive, breach and slap their fins.
Led by certified dive instructors this 4 hour trip includes full briefing, wetsuit and snorkelling equipment.
Find out more about Sunreef’s Sunshine Coast Swim with Whale Tour.
See all of the Sunshine Coast Whale Watching tours on offer.
Whales can often be spotted from land so be sure to keep your eyes peeled for whales off the beach, and from your balcony! All apartments at Elouera Tower boast ocean views with uninterrupted views from levels 5 and up.
Sunshine Coast accommodation
Book your Maroochydore Sunshine Coast accommodation staying with us here at Elouera Tower. Choose from 1, 2 and 3 bedroom fully-self contained holiday apartments as well as a 3 bedroom penthouse for the ultimate stay. Onsite our guests have access to our outdoor heated pool and spa, sauna, full size tennis court and more