WHALE WATCHING TOURS

While we are still offering limited whale watching tours this 2026 season (July to September), there have been some major changes to the viewing regulations, and it is no longer practical for us to run scheduled by-the-seat tours.

To provide a dedicated whale watching tour, we would need to travel to waters beyond the whale protection area such as North of Hayman Island and this would require at least an hour of travel each way as well as having calm conditions, something that cannot be planned. - Please see the attached zoning map for reference.

It is important to remind you that within the whale protection area, we must remain at least 300 metres from any surfacing whales.

We have also sold our vessel “Wild Dreams” that we previously used for whale watching tours, so can only offer our remaining vessel “Paradise Explorer”, which has a reduced capacity for passenger numbers

Alternatively, we can offer both half-day and full-day private excursions for small groups – up to 4 Adults max or family groups of 6/7, if three or more guests are smaller-sized children. During the season there are regular sightings of whales by us and other operators on our way to or from destinations so most of the time our guests get to see some activity as a bonus.

Prices start from $1,200.00 for a 4 -5 hour charter, and we can also include a stop for a beach break or a snorkel stop if desired.

Catering is not included in half or reduced day excursions; however, you can either BYO or we can organise some delicious catering for you.

Full day tours normally include catering; however, we can also adjust the costs should you prefer to BYO. We are also providing tour support for our associate company Whale Watching Whitsundays on the same basis.

All tours are subject to the conditions being much calmer than a regular island experience, so we certainly recommend that you consider a full day option to get maximum enjoyment on the day.

Please inquire for further details.

Please note – pictures shown in our galleries or on social media have been taken either with zoom lenses, outside of regulation distances or where a whale has surfaced beside our vessel and we are obliged to wait until they depart.