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Whale Watching Cruise

Tangalooma Island Resort

Updated: Oct 16, 2025

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Whale watching season has officially arrived, and there’s no better place to catch Brisbane’s Best Breach than with Tangalooma Island Resort — the only whale watching operator departing directly from Brisbane!

Whale and calf playing

From June to October, guests can experience the magic of the annual humpback migration with a range of whale watching packages.

People watching whale from boat

The Classic Whale Watching Day Cruise, priced from $155 per adult and $115 per child, includes return boat transfers, a light lunch, a 3-hour whale watching cruise with expert commentary from their Eco Rangers, and to top it all off, there is a 100% whale sighting guarantee. 

Helicopter ride Tangalooma

Premium packages are also available, offering more time at the iconic resort with sunset cocktails, wild dolphin feeding or even a scenic helicopter tour to experience a stunning aerial view of the Tangalooma Wrecks to really amp up the excitement. Earlybirds can save 30% by booking in advance, making this incredible experience even more accessible!

Whale breaching near boat

Don't miss the chance to witness Brisbane’s Best Breach this season at Tangalooma!

Tangalooma Whale Watching is a valued partner of Must Do Brisbane.com

Tangalooma Whale Watching Cruise

Holt St 

Pinkenba

Jun 21 - Oct 15

Daily 7.30am & 10am

Adults - from $155

Child (3-14yrs) - from $115

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